Mutilated Toddler | Grocer Cuts Prices | Boat Explosion: GA News

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.

Mutilated Toddler Found In Storage Bin; GA Woman Sentenced

Prosecutors say a toddler was found mutilated in a storage bin after the woman convicted of killing her reported the girl's death.

Hail, Heavy Winds Possible With Soaking GA Storms: Latest Forecast

Forecasters predict gusty winds and heavy rain for Memorial Day after more than 2 inches of downpour flooded a major Georgia interstate.

• Lightning To Strike With Daily Storms As Memorial Day Approaches In GA

Likely Opponents To Face Off In GA's Gubernatorial, U.S. Senate Races

See how your county voted in Georgia's gubernatorial race in the 2026 midterm primary election.

• GA Primary 2026: Voters To Decide Noms For Several State Races
• GA Midterm 2026: Get To Know SOS Candidates
• GOP Runoff Looms, Dems Nominate Bottoms In Race For GA Governor
• Miller, Strickland Top Projected Winners In GA Primary 2026: See List

5 Injured In Lake Lanier Boating Explosion

A person fell into the water after a boat caught fire at Lake Lanier and injured five people, Georgia authorities say.

Foul Play Suspected After Man Found Dead In Closed Store

A maintenance worker was checking for a possible water leak when they found the man's body, police say.

GA Grocer To Slash Prices On Thousands Of Items: Reports

A popular grocery chain in Georgia is planning to keep up with competitors by cutting prices on thousands of items, media reports say.

Kidnapping, Child Molestation Suspect At Large

Police are asking for the public's help in locating a suspect accused of falsely imprisoning and sexually abusing a child in Gwinnett.

Body Found In Reservoir Needs ID'ing

Authorities are working to identify a male found dead in a local reservoir, and they say they need the public's assistance.

Crash Kills Man On I-75

A man crashed into the back of a stopped tractor-trailer on an I-75 bridge, killing the man, police said.

NFL Star Driving 136MPH Charged In GA

The NFL linebacker and former Bulldog drove 136 mph in a 70 mph zone along a Georgia interstate, authorities said.

21 Arrested During Operation One Star

Seven people considered wanted by police were among 21 people arrested during a joint operation, authorities say.

Man Killed In Police Shooting ID'ed

Both the man and an officer fired their weapons during a shooting that killed the man, the GBI says.

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