Several Georgia schools report weather-related closings, delays

Several schools and one college will be closed or delayed on Wednesday as parts of North Georgia recover from a weekend ice storm.

Judge Amanda Dean named presiding judge for Northeastern Circuit

Judge Amanda Dean appointed as presiding juvenile court Judge for the Northeastern Judicial Circuit, effective July 15.

Lyft driver reportedly held hostage in Dawson County Sheriff's Office

A Lyft driver is safe after being held hostage in the Dawson County Sheriff’s Office, according to deputies. The suspect is now in jail, according to DCSO.

Dawson County deputy arrested for drug distribution and misconduct

Ethan Blake Taffar, a Dawson County sheriff’s deputy, was arrested for distributing a Schedule II controlled substance and violating his oath as a public officer.

Metro Atlanta speech therapist provides free sensory haircuts

For kids with sensory needs, a haircut can be challenging, but metro Atlanta speech therapist Kevin Simmons is working to turn that fear into fun.

Dawsonville 7-year-old chasing Formula One dreams on the racetrack

While most kids his age are focused on scoring touchdowns or shooting layups, 7-year-old Luca Valadez is putting the pedal to the metal, chasing his dream of becoming a Formula One driver.

Lake Lanier Association issues urgent algae bloom warning

The Lake Lanier Association is warning boaters and residents around Georgia’s largest waterway to be mindful of possible harmful algal blooms.

Search still on for killer of 11-year-old found dead 27 years ago

It's been nearly 30 years, but the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) has not given up hope on finding Levi Frady's killer. They're hoping that sharing sketches of a couple potential witnesses could bring them new leads.

'Welcome home': Wanted man arrested by deputies after summer vacation

When the wanted man got back from summer vacation, he had a welcome committee when his plane landed - a group of Georgia deputies waiting to put him in handcuffs.

Invasive mystery snail discovered in Lake Lanier

Wildlife officials in Georgia are warning about a mystery snail invading the Lake Lanier area. 

Multi-county fugitive busted after 2 years on the run

A man wanted for crimes in Forsyth and Cherokee counties has finally been arrested after two years on the run.

New Dawson County K-9 reporting for duty

Meet K-9 Officer Oakley. She's the newest, and cutest, recruit at the Dawson County Sheriff's Office