GEORGIA — Each weekend, Patch affords its readers a review of the top stories and headlines from across Georgia. Here's a roundup of some of the state's major and quirkiest stories. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on these stories by clicking here.
Game wardens responded to the park after receiving a report of the "illegal killing of an alligator," Georgia authorities say.
Fifteen people had to be treated after someone dispersed bear spray during a dispute at a hotel, police say.
Families at a high school were notified of possible tuberculosis exposure at the school.
A man was accused of inappropriately touching a teen boy, including while the boy's mother was in the hospital, prosecutors say.
One of the riders reportedly captured the incident on camera footage, which appears to show people dangling high above the ground.
Police say an officer violated policy when he drove into an intersection before ensuring clearance, leading to a serious crash.
Five soldiers were injured in a shooting at Fort Stewart Hunter Army Airfield in Georgia and the convicted gunman has been sentenced.
A National Weather Service report detailing the 10 recent tornadoes was released ahead of more upcoming storms in Georgia.
A 37-year-old former UFC star was arrested on public drunkenness charges this week in Georgia.
Big Tigger, a longtime TV and radio host, was arrested a month after reportedly engaging in a domestic dispute with his wife.
Police say a man took his own life after a pregnant mother and her unborn child died in a shooting.
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