Top News: Napping Burglar, Macy's Closing, Sheriff Shot In Pinky

GEORGIA — There was lots of important news stories from Georgia Patches this week, including a Taco Bell burglar who cooked a meal and then napped, a father and son arrested for posing as police, funeral services are set for a Gwinnett judge hit by a truck and all the top restaurant news from the Atlanta metro in 2019. A squirrel broke into a Buckhead home and trashed it, Pier 1 plans to close half its stores nationwide, two flu deaths were reported, a sheriff's finger was injured by a gunshot at his house, Georgia's richest county, plus other stories from the past week.

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Douglas County Sheriff Injures Pinky In Gun Accident

Douglas County Sheriff Tim Pounds injured his left pinky finger in a gun accident last weekend.
A spokesman for the Sheriff's Department wouldn't elaborate on whether Pounds was shot in the finger by his own gun.

Here’s How Much People Make In The Richest County In Georgia

While not everyone is drinking $7 cups of coffee, a new report suggests you might find this type of spending in Forsyth County, which was just named the richest county in Georgia.

Services Set For Gwinnett Judge Who Was Struck By A Truck

Visitation and funeral services have been set for Gwinnett County Judge Emily Powell, who died when she was hit by a truck.

Best Steak, BBQ, Pizza, Most Scenic: Top GA Restaurants Of 2019

The metro Atlanta restaurant scene earned many accolades in 2019: Several prestigious Open Table and Daily Meal lists included eateries as the most romantic spots to dine at, or eateries with the most buzz and the top chefs.

Father, Son Arrested For Using Fake Police Siren On Car: Police

A father and son were in Woodstock after they were caught driving around the city using an emergency siren on their car and a PA system telling people to get out of their cars.

Napping Burglar At Gwinnett Taco Bell First Makes Snack: Video

Gwinnett Police are looking for the public's help in identifying a man who recently prepared food and napped during a Taco Bell burglary.

Squirrel Breaks Into Buckhead Family's House For the Holidays

An uninvited furry guest made itself too comfortable in one Buckhead family's home over the holidays. A squirrel is costing the family thousands of dollars in damages and their insurance company has denied their claims.

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Here are more top stories from this week:

• Pier 1 Imports, With 13 Atlanta Stores, Closing Up To 450 Sites
• Auto Parts Store Shooting Victim Is Former Gwinnett Deputy
• Tyler Perry Hires Former Inmate Once Serving Life Sentence
• Two Confirmed Flu Deaths In Paulding County
• Closing: Macy's At South DeKalb Mall
• Mega Millions Winner Purchased Ticket In Marietta
• Georgia Quarterback Jake Fromm Announces He's Entering NFL Draft
• NBA Player Eliminates $1M Plus Of Atlanta Medical Debt
• How Georgia DUI Rates Compare With Other States
• Flu Activity Jumps In GA, 15 Deaths Through End Of 2019
• Car Crashes Through Vinings Restaurant, Still Closed
• Butter Knife Attack At Midtown Gas Station, Clerk Fights Back
• 6 Admit Guilt In GA Drug Labs With 500+ Pounds Of Meth: DEA
• Coyote Spotted In Smyrna, Animal Services Is On the Lookout
• Douglas To Offer Test For Controversial New Voting Machines
• Amazon Was Offered Millions In Incentives To Locate In Gwinnett
• Atlanta Judge Gives Larry Scott, Top City Official 2 Years
• Oscar Mayer Wienermobile Is Hiring: When It's Visiting Atlanta
• Kennesaw State Receives $10 Million For Honors College
• Gym Thefts, Atlanta Teen Has Hit Up Planet Fitness And More
• Judge Overturns Bartow County Child Molestation Verdict
• Georgia Gwinnett Professor Recovering From Hit And Run
• John Lewis Casts First Vote Since Cancer Diagnosis
• Casting: 'Wife Swap' Seeking Georgia Families; $10K

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