Colin Gray trial likely to be moved to ensure 'bulletproof' prosecution

The jury that will decide Colin Gray’s fate will not come from Barrow County, a judge ruled Thursday, but the final decision on where the case will be tried remains undecided.

Judge: Local jury 'risky' for accused Apalachee shooter's father's trial

Attorneys for the father of the accused Apalachee High School shooter say the widespread publicity of his case will prevent him from having a fair trial in Barrow County.

Bill to ban cellphones in school heads to Gov. Kemp's desk

A bill banning cellphone use in public school classes between Kindergarten through 9th grade is headed to Gov. Brian Kemp's desk.

Georgia House passes sweeping school safety bill after school shooting

The Georgia House overwhelmingly passed a school safety bill on Tuesday in response to the September 2024 shooting at Apalachee High School that left two teachers and two students dead.

Apalachee High School forms partnership to support students, teachers

Apalachee High School officials have announced a new partnership aimed at providing mental health support for both students and staff.

Apalachee High School head football coach stepping down after mass shooting

Apalachee High School head football coach Mike Hancock is stepping down, citing post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, grief, and depression in the wake of a deadly school shooting last September.

Barrow County Schools announce additional new security feature

Barrow County school officials say newly implemented weapons detection systems are effectively screening students at all middle and high schools.

Bond granted for father of accused Apalachee High School shooter

Bond has been granted for the father of the accused Apalachee High School shooter. The judge issued a $500,000 bond for Colin Gray during a hearing on Tuesday afternoon.

Apalachee High School students demand action for school safety at State Capitol

In the wake of a deadly school shooting last fall, Apalachee High School students and alumni rallied Tuesday morning at the Georgia State Capitol to demand stricter firearm storage laws and improved school safety measures.

Georgia House Speaker introduces sweeping school safety reforms after mass shooting

Georgia House Speaker Jon Burns has introduced a comprehensive school safety plan to the legislature, aiming to prevent tragedies like the mass shooting at Apalachee High School in Barrow County last fall.