Gang member found guilty of animal cruelty, several other charges in Fulton County
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - A previously convicted gang member will spend years in prison after being found guilty of animal cruelty in Fulton County. Jairus Scraders was convicted of three counts of aggravated cruelty to animals on Sept. 2. Court records show he was also found guilty of several more charges...
Convicted murderer on the loose after leaving north GA work detail
According to records, he took a negotiated guilty plea for a Fulton County murder in June 1990.
Family of child shot by GA deputy trying to stop carjacking agree to $475K...
The family of a 5-year-old girl shot by a Douglas County deputy trying to stop a carjacking has agreed to a proposed settlement.
Weapon found at Cobb high school; 3 students in custody
District officials say there was an altercation and a weapon found at Pebblebrook High School.
7 No-Frills Restaurants In Georgia That Serve Up The Best Chicken In The State
Want to find the best chicken in Georgia without the fancy stuff?. These 7 simple spots serve amazing chicken and warm smiles!. 1. Carter’s Fried Chicken “Tidwells” (Douglas) This humble yellow building on the highway is easy to miss if you’re not paying attention!. But locals...
Insurance Company Goes Under Leaving Atlanta Seniors Without Extra Income
Sonder's customer base was comprised largely of Atlanta's senior citizen population, leaving many without vital extra income. Medicare Advantage provider Sonder Health abruptly stopped operations, leaving thousands of Georgians without vital health insurance perks. On Aug. 13, a Fulton County judge placed Sonder...
Kennesaw considers ordinance to allow ‘mother-in-law suites’ on properties of single-family homes
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - The City of Kennesaw is home to about 40,000 people. As the population grows, city leaders say residents are asking them about housing alternatives like accessory dwelling units, or ADUs, also known as “mother-in-law suites.”. “If you can build something to assist a...
Family Welcomes First Baby Girl in 108 Years After Generations of Sons
After 108 years of welcoming only sons, one family has finally been blessed with a baby girl. Sunday (September 7th), brought a heartwarming surprise for Michael and Joacquia Sherman, who, surrounded by family and friends, found out they’re expecting a baby girl, Eyewitness News reports. “I just feel honored,”...
Bartow County student dies after ‘sudden medical emergency,’ district says
Crews respond to apartment fire in northwest Atlanta. Water service restored in Rockdale County after ‘unforeseen damage’. “Unforeseen damage to a critical water valve” had interrupted water service in Conyers, according to Rockdale County officials. MARTA Streetcar suspension begins today. Updated: 9 hours ago. The...
‘Life-saving moment:’ Brookhaven officer saves choking child
A Brookhaven police officer is being recognized for helping to save a child’s life.
