ATLANTA– Georgia Power is tracking predictions for severe weather, including high winds, heavy rain, and the potential for isolated tornadoes across the state over the next 24 hours. Georgia Power crews are prepared to respond to issues quickly and as conditions change.   Heavy rain, which can saturate ground or create…

CONYERS, GA—The City of Conyers will be closed on Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth. As the city prepares for the Juneteenth Celebration & Parade in Olde Town Conyers, motorists should be aware of the following temporary parking and traffic impacts: Parking Closures Main Street Parking Lot: 7…

DECATUR, GA– DeKalb County Tax Commissioner Nicole M. Golden is reminding homeowners that assessment notices are not tax bills. “In an effort to guide taxpayers to the appropriate office, it’s important to understand that the Tax Commissioner’s Office works collaboratively with the county’s Property Appraisal Department to provide a…

ATLANTA—FIFA marked the “International Day for Countering Hate Speech” as the four global host venues– Atlanta, Los Angeles, Guadalajara and Vancouver—welcomed fans from around the world to the matches with a message of unity on June 18. As part of FIFA’s global Stop Hate campaign, pennants bearing  “WE PLAY…

GWINNETT COUNTY, GA—The United Ebony Society, in partnership with Gwinnett County Government, invites residents from across the county and metro Atlanta to attend the Juneteenth Celebration and Music Festival at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds.  The family-friendly event will feature live entertainment, food music, games and activities, as well as…

GWINNETT COUNTY, GA – A Loganville man who raped and abused his children, and was ultimately held liable for the death of one of them, will spend the rest of his life in prison. A Gwinnett County jury found William Linn McCue, 51, guilty of felony murder, two counts of…

ROCKDALE COUNTY, GA—Melisa T. Mims scored a commanding victory over incumbent Doreen Williams in Tuesday’s (June 16) runoff election for the Rockdale County Board of Commissioners (BOC) Post 2 seat, according to unofficial election results. Mims dominated the race, sweeping all 14 voting precincts across Rockdale. Mims captured 70.49…

ATLANTA – MARTA Police Officers with the Criminal Apprehension Team (CAT) arrested a suspect today wanted for the May 24 stabbing at the Georgia State University  Station. Quinton Sharp, 36, was taken into custody on June 15 after MARTA Police recognized him by the wanted description and arrested him around…