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At 37 years of age, a diagnosis of breast cancer is unlikely, but that is what Conyers resident LaDonna Moses is facing. Moses, the busy mother of two children ages 6 and 3 and church youth director at Chosen Generation Outreach International church in Conyers, is now on a fast-track for treatment of triple negative breast cancer.

A simple act of kindness was all caught on a Gwinnett police lieutenant bodycam’s video.

M.L. King was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their sixth straight defeat. They fell 2-0 to the Chamblee Bulldogs. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Lions of the 3-0 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in September of 2023.

A building with residential space on top and commercial space on bottom is planned.

“Autumn skies and pumpkin pies! Our Red Barn Festival at Lenora Park is on Saturday, October 5. From 10:00am to 2:00pm enjoy music, crafts, games, vendors, contests, and more!. Interested vendors or performers can call 770.948.5271 for more information.”. Ages All Ages. Fee: Free to Attend. When: Saturday, October 5,...

It happened Sept. 13 at 5:43 p.m. Officers were called to a report of a person stabbed at 464 Windsor St. in southwest Atlanta.

It’s now been almost a week since Hurricane Helene damaged much of the southeast.

Floodwater with sewage or other harmful contaminants in it can lead to infectious diseases, according to an epidemiologist.

The DeKalb County Sanitation Division will host a free paper shredding event on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024, from 8 a.m. - noon, at the DeKalb County Sanitation Division’s Central Transfer Station, 3720 Leroy Scott Drive, Decatur, GA 30032. Event participants will have an opportunity to responsibly dispose of all...

ATLANTA - Before there were the movie roles, modeling gigs, business endeavors, Grammy Awards, No. 1 hits, seven albums, four children, a high-profile engagement to rapper Future followed by the high-profile breakup and subsequent marriage to NFL player Russell Wilson, Ciara was a 17-year-old girl from Atlanta who knew she'd be a star.

Vice President Harris visited Georgia and North Carolina on Wednesday to see the damage done by Hurricane Helene. During her visit to Atlanta, Harris was expected to provide an update on response and recovery efforts by the Biden administration after the deadly storm flooded states across the Southeastern U.S. and left many without power or…

He'll take the stage two and a half hours before kickoff, which is expected to be announced Oct. 28.

GWINNETT COUNTY, Ga. - Gwinnett County Public Schools is considering requiring all students in kindergarten through 12th grade to use clear backpacks. Officials say the idea is one of several options the district is considering to enhance the safety of students on campus. As part of the plan, GCPS would...

ATLANTA - More than 20,000 people are expected to stop by Atlanta’s Upper Westside this weekend, discovering the neighborhood’s small businesses and restaurants during a special block party. The Upper Westside Community Improvement District is hosting its second annual Westside Stride on Sunday, opening Howell Mill Road between...

In response to the lingering aftermath of Sunday’s BioLab fire in Rockdale County, community leaders and officials from Newton County are working hand in hand, exercising vigilance and seeking to chart the safest course for local residents who are still encountering the smoke and its unpleasant odor. According to a recent statement, these officials are fully engaged with partners and are in pursuit of additional information from state and federal agencies to address the community's needs effectively.

Gwinnett County residents are expressing concerns following a fire at a chemical plant that has resulted in a thick haze of smoke and a strong chlorine odor. The fire at the BioLab facility in nearby Rockdale County prompted evacuations and road closures, impacting air quality throughout the region. According to a report from FOX 5 Atlanta, officials have reassured the public that there is no immediate health risk. The incident was caused by a malfunctioning sprinkler head at the BioLab plant in Conyers, which led to water reacting with a chemical and igniting a fire early Sunday.

DeKalb County officials were among many across the nation celebrating the historic centennial birthday of the oldest living president in the United States. Georgia native and former President Jimmy Carter celebrated his 100th birthday on Oct. 1, prompting Gov. Brian Kemp to declare the first day of October as “Jimmy Carter Day” across the state to mark the special occasion.

On Sunday, Sept. 29, a chemical plant fire sent a massive plume of orange and black smoke into the sky in Conyers, Georgia, about 25 miles southeast of Atlanta. Since then, many residents in the area have complained about a strong smell of chlorine in the air and a haze for many miles around the BioLab plant. BioLab makes pool and spa treatment products.

Devon Anderson's family demands justice for his murder, implicating off-duty officer Melvin Potter; no murder charges have been filed. Despite obstruction charges for refusing a blood draw, Potter has not been charged with Anderson's death, causing concern over legal fairness. GBI is investigating the incident due to procedural issues, including...