Boy Run Over By Father's Lawnmower; Man Killed in Home Invasion; Former DA Secretary Pleads No Contest to Theft

Also: Boston Terrier stolen from DeKalb home; Burglars use handicap parking sign to steal drugs; Murder suspect threatened victim's life

Hacker Halted USA

Leading Experts in Cyber-Hacking Gather in Atlanta for Hacker Halted USA Conference Oct. 16–17

BBB Advises: Fall Colors Mean Winter Driving Is Just Around The Corner

CHECKLIST AND TIPS FOR Safe Winter Driving

Georgia Shows Football and Data Goes Together Like Tailgates and Touchdowns

Georgia Shows Football and Data Goes Together Like Tailgates and Touchdowns

Former Daycare Owner Indicted, Public Safety Officials Honored, ASO Musicians Protest, Schools Get $1 Million Prize, Court Reporters Arrested, Man Convicted of Molesting Teen Babysitter

Plus, a waitress was arrested for allegedly stealing customers' credit card information and a man collided with a deputy's car on I-85.

The Krog Masquerade - at iconic Krog Tunnel

You are cordially invited to The Krog Masquerade

GOOD NEWS! Gwinnett Schools Split $1M Prize; Girl Raises Cash for Animals; Lottery Winners + Standout Schools

Plus, mega scholarship offers, best placekicker is a girl and Boy Scouts organizing community event were among this week's best news.

Day Care Death Indictment, Motorcyclist Killed, ASO Protest and Surprise Teacher Grants

Plus, why you should adopt a shelter dog or cat. Our top post from Ga. Patch sites.

Spring Festival on Ponce 2015

Spring into Atlanta Festival Season with the 4th Annual Spring Festival on Ponce

Check Out 20 Books All Georgians Should Read

The 20 books selected are works by authors and illustrators with Georgia ties. Share your favorites or make suggestions in comments.

Yellow Jackets Ambush Cops, Girl Placekicker, Deputy Car Rear-Ended on I-85, Rising Jobless Rate, Garbage-Covered Accident, Ellis Trial

Also: How long does it take to eat a 2-pound steak? (See answer below)

Non-Profit Seeking Nominations for Youth Leadership Award

21st Century Leaders will select 20 students who have made a positive change in their communities.

No Death Penalty in Hot Car Death, Public Safety Officials Honored, Deer Mating Season Approaching, Body Found Near Park, Woman Eats Meal in Bathroom, Security Breach at Jimmy John's, Students Get Money if They Graduate

Plus, a man was shot and killed in downtown Atlanta and a developer has finally purchased the former GM Plant in Doraville.

Fulton Students Ink Deal To Get $10,000 If They Graduate

Eight students in the Fulton County School System are taking part in the Georgia REACH initiative.

U.S. Attorney: 19 Indicted for Stealing $350K

The defendants from Atlanta and Decatur reportedly stole money by cashing treasury checks and via credit card fraud.

Alert: BBB Issues Warning on IDBS Targeting Dental Offices with Bogus Bills

Do you own a dental office? Did you receive an invoice from IDBS? Do not pay!

Restaurant Inspections, World of Beer, Double Murder Arrest, $1M Lottery Win + Mail Theft Ring

Plus, recent home sales, Banned Book Week, Decatur Restaurant Week, and only parents who participate in school to get graduation tickets?

In Focus Photography Family Portraits!!

Family Portrait Sale just in time for the holidays! - Get 5% off your family portrait shoot when you book in October!

Lake Lanier Drowning Victim Identified, Peeping Tom Sought, Alleged Child Killer Indicted

Also: Wife of hot car death suspect passes polygraph, man sentenced for illegal recordings at salons, suspected robbers caught in Decatur

THE BRITISH MUSIC INVASION TALENT SHOWCASE - Saturday, Oct 11, 2014

Saturday, October 11, 2014 SOUTHWEST ARTS CENTER (Black Box Theater) 915 New Hope Road, Atlanta, GA 30331

BBB Warns: Scam Phone Calls Continue; IRS Identifies Five Easy Ways to Spot Suspicious Calls

Don't answer this call! It may cost you more than just your money!

Woman Saves Baby, Soldier Surprises Daughter, School Gunman Sentenced, Officer Saves Overdose Victim, Man Killed Over Puppy, Craigslist Murder, Ex-Falcon Arrested

Plus, a mother and her boyfriend have been indicted in her daughter's homicide and residents are opposing a crematory.

GOOD NEWS! Care Packages for Troops, Dad's Surprise, Double Lottery Winner + Cancer Benefits

Plus, superintendent of the year, top-performing schools, best quarterback, and the winner of a new car were among this week's best news.

Luxury Penthouse Living; Rooftop Garden, Pool; Upscale Communities; Stunning Interiors

What are the asking prices on these exceptional homes in the Peach State?

White House To Recognize Fulton Schools Employee as 'Champion of Change'

Dr. Gonzalo La Cava will receive the distinction, which recognizes individuals who are doing extraordinary work to educate students.

Soldier Surprises Daughters, iPhone Dispute, UGA Evacuation and New Scam Warning

Top posts from our Ga. Patch sites.

Fulton Eyes Another Charter School To Improve Graduation Rate

The school system would like the new charter high school to serve the College Park, East Point and Hapeville areas.

Professor Rowland Abiodun, the Johnson C. Newton Professor of Art, the History of Art, and Black Studies at Amherst College, will visit Spelman College, Thursday, Oct 2, at 4 p.m. to discuss his new book

African Art Expert Rowland Abiodun Discusses New Book "Yoruba Art and Language: Seeking the African in African Art." Oct. 2

Spelman College Museum of Fine Art Hosts Annual Community Day

The Spelman College Museum of Fine Art in partnership with the Department of Dance and Drama will host their annual Community Day Sept. 27

Shots Fired at Lenox, Home Depot Data Breach, Rape Suspect Sketched, Failing Restaurants, Life-Saving Cop

Also: Bomb threats at CVS stores; Jobless rate climbs again; College student attacked with knife; Best new cocktail bar in America?

Man Killed Over Puppy, Mother Indicted in Baby's Death, Animal Shelter Needs Supplies, Ex-Falcon Arrested, Festivals Come To Town, Kroger Hiring 2,000 Workers

Plus, a woman delivering pizza was robbed at gunpoint and Atlanta Hawks owner Bruce Levenson plans to sell his share of the team.

Levenson to Sell His Portion of Atlanta Hawks; City Will be Involved in Sale

The city will play an important role in who buys the controlling share of the Atlanta Hawks, says Mayor Kasim Reed.

BBB & ClearPoint Credit Counseling Solutions Issues Warning for Job Seekers

Another online job scam hits the market!

School Shooter Sentenced, Top School, Facebook Arrest, Counselor on Trial + 85-Year-Old Cheerleader

Plus, Cobb ballpark breaks ground, superintendent of the year finalist, and bribery indictment. Our top GA posts from the past 24 hours.

Fulton Schools Get Awards For 'User-Friendly' Financial Information

The system received three national recognitions that acknowledge its quest to provide residents with "user-friendly" information.

Where We Work Makes a Difference!

We shared our stories. We all have a story, and though each is different in many ways, we are the same. We are all on a journey.

Two Found Dead in DeKalb, Roswell Man Killed Over PS4, Gucci Mane Pleads Guilty Again

Also: Police seek info on Sandy Springs double homicide, pressure cooker closes down airport terminal, woman injured in plane crash.

Fulton County To Offer Saturday, Sunday Early Voting

Early voting starts on Monday, Oct. 13 in Fulton County.

5 BBB Tips to Prevent Password Hacking

Do you use the same password for several accounts? Then you might be saying hello to a hacker soon!

Dog Tied Up on Porch, Truett Cathy Passes Away, Atlanta Hawks Controversy, Child Dies in Fire, "Office Creeper," Publix Recalls Bagels, Mother Gets Life For Killing Child

Plus, Avalon, a $600 million mixed-used development, will open in October and a gunman wearing a 'Scream' mask robs a Georgia Waffle House.