GWINNETT COUNTY, GA–The Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office Fugitive Unit has arrested Brandon Walker, 25, with the statutory rape of a 15-year-old girl.  Walker, who had active warrants issued by the Duluth Police Department, was arrested in Lithonia on Jan. 23 by the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office. Walker was charged…

ROCKDALE COUNTY, GA—Rockdale County’s Emergency Management Agency is calling on local churches to assist in providing shelter, food and other resources for those who are unhoused, as Georgia faces freezing temperatures over the next few days.  In addition to food, shelter and transportation, Rockdale’s EMA needs volunteers to sit…

DEKALB COUNTY, GA – DeKalb County CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson has announced the appointment of Robert L. Gordon as Director of Public Works, effective immediately. Gordon brings more than four decades of progressive leadership experience in public works and fleet management to this role. He most recently served as Deputy Director of…

CONYERS, GA— Conyers Mayor and City Council are introducing a new means of engagement and collaboration with citizens: Conyers Conversations and Listening Sessions. The first Conyers Conversations will be held on Monday, Feb. 9, from 6 to 7 p.m.,. at Cherokee Run Golf Club and will be hosted by Council members…

DEKALB COUNTY, GA– Due to forecasted freezing temperatures and hazardous wind chills, DeKalb County will activate warming centers through Jan. 30: The following locations will be open on Jan. 26-30 for the 24-hour activation:   Exchange Park Intergenerational Center, 2771 Columbia Drive, Decatur Frontline Response International, 2585 Gresham Road SE, Atlanta St. Vincent de Paul, 2050-C Chamblee Tucker…

GWINNETTCOUNTY, GA– Gwinnett County has launched an updated GwinnettCounty.com website with an emphasis on connecting residents, businesses and visitors to the County’s programs and services. The updated website offers a new look, streamlines navigation and ensures compliance with federal accessibility requirements. Updates to the new website include a single sign-on with enhanced…

ATLANTA –State Representatives Sandra G. Scott (D-Rex), Viola Davis (D-Stone Mountain) and Kim Schofield (D-Atlanta) are calling on the Georgia General Assembly to approve a $500 million investment to better support students living in poverty through House Bill 27, the Investing in Every Student Act. The legislation was introduced by…

DEKALB COUNTY, GA – Due to predicted winter weather conditions and the declaration of a State of Emergency, upcoming DeKalb County Board of Commissioners and committee meetings will be conducted via teleconference (Zoom) to ensure public safety and continuity of government operations. Simultaneous public access to all meetings will be available…