Attorney: 12-year prison term for Gwinnett cheer coach is 'just'

A former metro Atlanta cheerleading coach is headed to prison after pleading guilty to multiple charges involving the sexual exploitation of children.

9 arrested at Gwinnett County 'teen takeover' event

Gwinnett County Police arrested nine people following a planned teen takeover event on March 28.

Gwinnett cheer coach pleads guilty, sentenced in abuse case

A Gwinnett County cheerleading coach has pleaded guilty to multiple charges involving the sexual abuse of a teenage cheerleader, prosecutors said.

Gwinnett Police: Mall of Georgia protest rumors are false

Gwinnett County police say a social media post claiming a protest was planned at the Mall of Georgia was a hoax.

Former Doraville officer loses bid for new murder trial

A Gwinnett County judge on Monday denied a request for a new trial from the former Doraville police officer convicted in the 2022 disappearance and murder of 16-year-old Susana Morales.

Gwinnett police arrest felon after gun found during takeover investigation

Gwinnett County Police Department officers arrested a man after recovering a firearm during a special operation targeting a possible teen takeover.

Gwinnett police arrest 'porch pirates' dressed as Amazon drivers

Gwinnett County police are asking residents to come forward after arresting two suspected porch pirates who allegedly dressed as delivery drivers to steal packages.

Metro Atlanta leaders urge veto of controversial election bill

A high-stakes political standoff is unfolding at the Georgia State Capitol as a controversial election bill heads to Gov. Brian Kemp's desk that would force nonpartisan elections upon the state's most populous counties.

Missing child with autism rescued from water in Gwinnett County

Police in Gwinnett County say an 8-year-old child with autism spectrum disorder was rescued from a body of water after running away from home last week.

Good News Friday: Positive news from around metro Atlanta

Here’s a look at some of the positive stories making headlines across metro Atlanta and North Georgia.

Judge Hatchett vows 'hell will freeze over' before paying GSA fees

Judge Glenda Hatchett refuses to pay legal fees to the Georgia Sheriffs' Association as Gwinnett Sheriff Keybo Taylor offers his public support.

Gwinnett County Schools names Dr. Alexandra Estrella superintendent

The Gwinnett County Board of Education officially named Dr. Alexandra Estrella as the new superintendent of Georgia's largest school district Wednesday.

Firefighters battle warehouse fire in Loganville

A massive warehouse fire in Loganville caused a partial structural collapse Thursday afternoon.

Skeletal remains found in Gwinnett identified as Timothy Williams

Authorities have identified skeletal remains found in Gwinnett County as belonging to Timothy Williams, according to Lawrenceville Police Department.

Man found hiding in vacant Gwinnett apartment fridge

A man was arrested after being found by Gwinnett County police hiding a refrigerator in a vacant apartment.

Fani Willis slams Georgia bill forcing nonpartisan DA races

The Georgia State Senate has advanced House Bill 369, a Republican-led measure that would fundamentally change the ballot for millions of voters.

2 teens accused of murder after man found dead in Snellville crash

Two 18-year-olds are accused of murder after a man was found dead from a gunshot wound following a crash in unincorporated Snellville earlier this month.

Dr. Alexandra Estrella officially named Gwinnett superintendent

The Gwinnett County Board of Education has unanimously appointed Dr. Alexandra Estrella as the district's new superintendent following a year-long search.

STEM festival brings hands-on learning to Gwinnett school

A new STEM festival brought interactive science learning to students at Trickum Middle School in Gwinnett County.