James Riker Named Duluth Planning Director

Riker is coming to Duluth from the City of Flowery Branch where he has served as planning and community development manager for eight years.

Duluth Police Car Take Home Policy Changed

Duluth officers now allowed to drive their police vehicles home beyond the previous four-mile limit from the police department.

Snellville's Second Annual MLK Day Parade Scheduled for Jan. 21

The event is a joint effort between Mayor Kelly Kautz and New Jerusalem Baptist Church.

Norcross Police Chief Says City's Increased Crime is 'New Normal'

In the Norcross City Council annual retreat Monday, Police Chief Warren Summers said reported crime increased last year due to the annexation of the eastern side of Buford Highway.

Georgia's 2013 Fishing Regulations Now Available Online and in Print

New regulations were posted this weekend.

Woodall Announces January Town Hall Meetings

One will be a telephone meeting; the other two will be in person in Gwinnett and Forsyth counties.

IRS Announces New 2013 Tax Rates, Standard Deductions

It's tax time again. Standard deductions will increase, but the ceiling for itemized deductions decrease in 2013, plus other changes that will affect your taxes this year.

Mayor: New Sign Part of Dacula's Commitment to Open Governance

Mayor Jimmy Wilbanks said sign will be a faster, easier and more efficient way to relay information to residents.

Mayor Urges Involvement for Suwanee

Burnette, with help from a video, makes the annual State Of The City address for 2013.

Downtown Duluth Stakeholders Share Ideas

Duluth city officials bring downtown building owners, merchants together to discuss revitalization.

Snellville Pays $15K to Settle Civil Rights Lawsuit

The city will avoid going to court over accusations that Marilyn Swinney's Constitutional rights were violated.

Norcross City Council Welcomes 3 Members

Mayor Pro Tem Andrew Hixson and councilmen David McLeroy and Keith Shewbert were sworn in to office during the council's regular January meeting held Monday. Former councilman Ross Kaul was recognized for the past two terms he served.

Suwanee Gets Encouraging News on Historic District

But state officials want to meet with the city about some residents' opposition before proceeding.

Commissioners Award Contract for Western Gwinnett Bikeway Extension

Gwinnett County Commission awards construction contact for extension of Western Gwinnett Bikeway connecting Norcross, Berkeley Lake and Duluth.

Greater Gwinnett Place Now an Opportunity Zone

Opportunity Zone designation provides tax incentives for business and job growth in the Duluth area.

Attorney General Picks U.S. Attorney for Northern Georgia to Post

Sally Quillian Yates will serve as vice chair of the Attorney General's Advisory Committee of U.S. Attorneys.

New Georgia Vehicle 'Title Tax' Takes Effect in March

HB 386 replaces the annual ad valorem tax on newly purchased vehicles.

Peachtree Corners Leaders Show Off City Hall, Unveil Logo

More than 250 attended the Open House on Sunday.

Mark Gary Sentencing for Bribery Delayed Until February

Gwinnett developer now scheduled to be sentenced Feb. 28 for bribing former Gwinnett County commissioner Shirley Lasseter.

Lawrenceville Couple Sentenced in 10-Year Tax Scheme

Stephen Paul Thomas and Patricia Denese Anderson of Lawrenceville, Ga. claimed not to be citizens of the United States to avoid paying taxes and later falsely claim $420,000 in refunds.

Peachtree Corners City Hall Open House Planned for Sunday

Gwinnett County's newest city opens the doors to the public to tour its first city hall on Sunday, Jan. 6. A drop-in reception is scheduled for 1-4 p.m.

Area Sheriff Pulls Business From Buford Gun Shop

Oconee County Sheriff Scott Berry tells Fox 5 News he disagrees with Dana Safety Supply's recent decision to sell semi-automatic, self-loading rifles only to law enforcement and no longer to the general public.

Lilburn Leaders Tout 2012 Highlights

As part of its recent newsletter publication, city officials touted a number of accomplishments from the year 2012.

After $1M Cut to Gwinnett Libraries, Commissioners Urge New Model

Gwinnett leaders think the libraries are necessary, but with a different approach.

Amid Signs of Economic Improvement, Gwinnett Commissioners OK '13 Budget

The overall figure of $1.4 billion includes adjustments for such things as SDS-mandated service districts.

Dacula Council Approves Liquor License Application, Scoring Criteria

Interested parties may begin submitting applications on Jan. 7.

Snellville City Council: 2012 Filled With Great Accomplishments

As members of the Snellville City Council look back on 2012, they offer their thoughts on the successes and accomplishments that have made our city great.

Grayson Schools Make A's in Restaurant Inspections

The following Gwinnett and Walton County scores were the most recently reported for restaurants in the Loganville and Grayson area.

Water and Sewer Rate Increase Goes Into Effect

The new water rate represents a 3.5 percent increase over last year's rate, the sewer rate is nearly 10 percent higher.

Gwinnett Commissioners Ponder Smaller Budget for 2013

The $1.3 billion spending plan is on the work session agenda for January 3.

Funds for Investigator in Proposed Gwinnett County Budget

The proposed 2013 budget to be voted on in early January includes DA's request for a lead investigator into government corruption in the county.

Eastside Medical's Satellite ER Facility Denied Certificate of Need

Georgia Department of Community Health, which regulates healthcare facilities, finds the proposal not does meet the criteria applicable to the issuance of Certificate of Need.

No County Trash Pickup on New Year's Day

There will be no trash or recycling pickup for county residents on Jan. 1.

Nash, Hunter and Brooks to Be Sworn in Sunday

Group swearing-in ceremony will take place at the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center.

Recycle Your Christmas Tree and Help Beautify Gwinnett County

Bring your Christmas tree to one of these locations in Lawrenceville and help Gwinnett County parks and properties.

Major Delays on Route to Mall of Georgia

Gwinnett's Transportation Department warns of significant traffic on Buford Drive heading from Lawrenceville.

Liquor Store Licensee Application Packets to Be Available Jan. 7

Deadline to submit applications is Jan. 22, 2013.

Braves Visit Coolray, Gingrich Loses Straw Poll and More in Suwanee Patch's Top 2012 News Stories

The community information hub has had some memorable news stories in 2012. Share your favorites, and comments.

Construction of Crosswalk Back Underway

The crosswalk connecting the parking garage to shops on Crogan Street in Lawrenceville, Ga. was on hold for several weeks.

City Asks Churches to Ring Bells in Honor of Sandy Hook Victims

The city of Lilburn will join a special commemoration on Dec. 21 for the 26 victims of the Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Conn.