Family of deceased student files notice against RCPS
CONYERS — The family of Brandon Pena Vargas, the 12-year-old Edwards Middle School student who died in October, has formally retained legal counsel and filed notice of intent to pursue claims against Rockdale County Public Schools, alleging systemic failures related to bullying and student safety. The legal action...
AROUND TOWN: Suwanee earns Visionary City Award for transformative project
The City of Suwanee has vision. And the hardware to prove it. The city was recently named as a 2026 Visionary City Award honoree by the Georgia Municipal Association in collaboration with Georgia Trend. The award recognizes initiatives that demonstrate thoughtful planning, strong partnerships, and a commitment to...
Developers withdraw application for Hog Mountain Road townhome development
The Flowery Branch City Council was set to hold a first hearing Thursday, Feb. 5, on a rezoning request for a townhome development near the intersection of Hog Mountain Road and Spout Springs Road, but the developers withdrew the application. The applicant, Highpoint Development, proposed to annex the property at...
Fire crew honored for saving teen from cardiac arrest
A local fire crew was honored at Piedmont Eastside on Wednesday for their life-saving actions during a teenage medical emergency. Through the "First Friday Hero" program, the first responders reunited with the teen they saved from cardiac arrest. The emotional ceremony allowed the family to express their gratitude to...
Wellroot unveils Decatur housing complex for young adults aging out of foster care
On Jan. 28, Wellroot Family Services cut the ribbon on its fully renovated transitional living community for young adults aging out of foster care, “The Oaks” in Decatur. Every year, there are more than 600 children who age out of Georgia’s foster care system when they turn 18. The new young adults can strike out on...
Man arrested for afternoon shooting at Decatur Library, police say
Police have arrested a suspect wanted for a shooting at the Decatur Library that left one victim fighting for their life in the hospital.
Bahama Breeze Set to Close Locations in Georgia
Mixed News for Georgia Diners: Duluth to Close While Kennesaw Rebrands. While the "island getaway" on Breckenridge Boulevard is preparing for a permanent sunset, the Barrett Parkway location has been identified as a prime site for a future transformation. Permanent Closure in Duluth. For fans of the tropical...
Police use technology to track stolen trailer across Georgia
Police in Cumming say new technology helped them track down stolen property more than 100 miles away and led to the arrest of multiple suspects.
Georgia cheerleaders head to national championship. But it almost didn’t happen
LISTEN: The Collins Hill High School team is going to the nationals after winning two battles — one at the state championship with other cheerleading teams and one with the Georgia High School Association. GPB's Orlando Montoya explains. A high school cheerleading team from metro Atlanta’s Gwinnett County will...
Police say deadly shooting has been difficult for investigators who had to watch it
“There was a lot of people that watched a lot of this in real time."
