Hoax threats at 3 Barrow County schools trigger district-wide lockdown

Barrow County schools returned to normal operations Wednesday after hoax threats at Apalachee High and two elementary schools triggered a district-wide lockdown.

Man shot during warrant service by Barrow County Sheriff's Office

A “suspect" was shot Tuesday morning in Barrow County by a Barrow County Sheriff's Office deputy, according to officials.

Mental health evaluation for Apalachee High School shooting suspect due in February

The mental health evaluation for Apalachee High School shooting suspect Colt Gray is expected to be finished in February, potentially deciding his trial eligibility.

Father of accused Apalachee HS mass shooter in court for motions hearing

The father of the teen accused in the Apalachee High School shooting is scheduled to appear in Barrow County court Thursday morning for a final motions hearing as his criminal case moves closer to trial.

Judge allows open-meetings case against Barrow County to proceed

A judge has ruled that there is enough evidence to pursue an open-meetings complaint tied to a Barrow County Board of Commissioners meeting this summer.

Apalachee High student arrested after threat, school stresses safety

A student was arrested for making a threatening remark, highlighting the serious consequences of perceived threats, even if intended as jokes.

Paraglider injured in crash at Barrow County airport

A man was rushed to the hospital after crashing a paraglider at Barrow County Airport, authorities said.

Community hikes to honor Apalachee High School shooting victims

Dozens came out to Fort Yargo State Park in Winder for a memorial hike to honor the victims of the Apalachee High School shooting.

Lawmakers, students honor victims of Apalachee shooting at Capitol

Georgia Democrats, students, and gun safety advocates gathered at the State Capitol on Wednesday to mark one year since the deadly shooting at Apalachee High School.