Brewery Helps Flood Victims, Falcon Player Charged in Dog's Death, Fewer Bars Reduces Crime: News Nearby

Some of our top posts in Georgia, including a film exec willing to crooks to get his laptop back. Plus, how you can share your local news.

Minivan Crashes Into Daycare, Brewery Trades Beer For Water, 'Closet Sex' Teacher, Lil' Wayne Bus Shooting

Plus, an Atlanta Falcons player is charged with kicking and killing his ex-girlfriend's dog.

Murder-Suicide Update, Reward in Dog Hanging, Lil' Wayne Bus Shooting

Some top posts in Georgia, including a fall in metro unemployment. Plus, how to share your local news, events and pics.

Heroin Bust, Baseball Player Charged With Rape, $7 Million Lottery Ticket, Woman's Body Found in Bay

Plus, two north Georgia militiamen pleaded guilty to conspiring to acquire explosives to launch an attack against the government.

Weekend Road Fatalities, Family Held Hostage, Tuesday Storm Damage: News Nearby

Some top posts in Georgia, including a high-speed chase that ended in a cemetery. Plus, how to share your local news, events and pics.

Body Found in River, Graduation Party Stabbing Arrest, Black Bear Spotted: News Nearby

Some top posts this weekend in Georgia, including a local first place finish in a national Spanish exam. Plus, how to share your local news.

Summer is The Season for Hot-Car Deaths: What Every Parent Should Know

More often than many realize, children are left in hot cars and the outcomes are tragic. Tips for parents and caregivers to prevent deaths.

Emu Chase, Dog Hanged From Bridge, Paralyzed Musician Killed, Charges Dropped Against Vet, Bobbi Kristina Brown

Plus, a man died when his Jeep fell 200 feet down an embankment and a store clerk was fatally shot during an armed robbery attempt.

800 Tickets for Passing School Buses, Memorial Day Traffic Relief, Fundraiser for Burned Dog: News Nearby

Some of our top posts at Georgia Patch sites, including a paralyzed musician killed on a charity trip. Plus, how you can share your news.

Emu Chase, Dog Hanged From Bridge, Paralyzed Musician Killed, Charges Dropped Against Vet, Bobbi Kristina Brown

Plus, a man died when his Jeep fell 200 feet down an embankment and a store clerk was fatally shot during an armed robbery attempt.

Exhibit Explores Mining in Cherokee County

The Cherokee County History Museum has opened its Digging For Treasure: A History of Mining in Cherokee County exhibit.

Clerk Killed in Robbery, Holiday Traffic Enforcement, Jewelry Robbery Scuffle: News Nearby

Some of our top posts in Georgia, including "sextortion" charges for a State Department employee. Plus, how you can share your

Deadly Dog Flu in Georgia, Call Girl Plea, Child in Hot Van, Road Rage

Some of our top posts in Georgia, including a robber's demand to "empty the cash register." Plus, how to share news, events, pics on Patch.

Fatal Plane Crash Investigation, Emu Chase on Interstate, Peeping Drone Reported: News Nearby

Some of our top posts in Georgia, including the latest casting call in Atlanta. Plus, how to share your news, events and pics on Patch!

Cold Case Murder Suspect Kills Self, Man Throws Vacuum Cleaner at Walmart, Car Crashes Through Lounge

Also: Child pornographer sentenced, Party chair sentenced for stealing from clients, Bank robbery suspect arrested, and more.

Good News: Bulldog Saved From Fire, Fugitive Arrested, Digital Classroom Act Becomes Law

Top good news posts this week include a nonprofit awarding a police dog, graduation news, and more.

Lewd Billboard Image, 100-Pound Chicken Goes Missing, Police Chief Suspended, Principal Fired, Mother Guilty in Baby's Death, Child Left in Daycare Van

Plus, the woman who was shot by the Clayton County sheriff is making progress.

Deputy Involved in Pedestrian Fatality, Weekend Weather, Police Chief Suspended: News Nearby

Some of our top posts in Georgia, including two charged in shooting death. Plus, how to share your local news and events on Patch.

Lewd Billboard Image, 100-Pound Chicken Goes Missing, Police Chief Suspended, Principal Fired, Mother Guilty in Baby's Death, Child Left in Daycare Van

Plus, the woman who was shot by the Clayton County sheriff is making progress.

Driver Fires Into Car, Principal Sacked, 100-Pound Chicken Missing, Identity Theft Ring Busted, Fire Destroys Church

Plus, the truck of a Canton resident reported missing has been found in North Carolina.

Traffic Alert: S.R. 372 To Close For Movie Filming

The highway will be closed to through traffic from May 20 to June 5 to accommodate the production of "Mena," which stars Tom Cruise.

Bees Come To Town, Lewd Billboard Image, Mom Convicted of Murder, Teacher Reported Missing, Presidential Scholar, Suspect Killed in Home Invasion

Plus, a dog was once reported lost and feared to be dead has been reunited with her family.

Child Left in Day Care Van, Georgia's 'Best High Schools,' Teen Found After River Scare: News Nearby

Some of our top posts in Georgia, including two arrests in a fatal home invasion. Plus, how you can share your news, events and pics!

Habitat for Humanity-North Central Georgia and Lowe's team up for National Women Build Week

Habitat for Humanity - North Central Georgia

Woman Dies in Crash, Bulldog Saved from Fire, Meth Dealer Sentenced

Also: Pot party attendee swallows evidence, Principal in hot water after racial comments, Georgia gas prices, and more.

Good News: Kitten Rescued From Storm Drain, National Merit Scholarships, Cumberland Mall May Get Grocery Store

Top good news posts this week include a school winning a grant for an art garden, free hearing checks, and more.

Four Dead in Plane Crash, Sheriff Charged in Shooting, Heroin in Candy, Student Placed in Trash Can, Kidnapping Attempt

Plus, the GBI is probing the officer-involved shooting death of a 72-year-old man who allegedly attacked them with a knife.

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Heroin Hidden in Candy, Sheriff Charged in Shooting, Store Employee Kills Robber

'Drunk uncle' guilty of molestation, chiropractor fights hunger, APD officer could be charged, cops kill man who attacked with knife.

Student Placed in Trash Can, Gun Stolen From Pawn Shop, Cement Truck Collides With Car, Flight Attendant Doused in Human Waste

Plus, after consecutive failing grades, an area restaurant has finally improved its food service score.

SUV Strikes Three Officers, Sheriff Shooting Latest, Suspected Predators Sought: News Nearby

Some of our top posts in Georgia, including firefighters rescuing a kitten. Plus, how you can share your local news and events and Patch!

Give A Kid A Chance Needs Your Help To Prepare Kids For School

This year's event will take place July 18 at Hillside United Methodist Church in Woodstock and First Baptist Church Canton.

Sheriff Involved in Fatal Shooting, NFL Legend's Son Sentenced, Cyclist Dies in Wreck

Also: Speeding a factor in wreck that killed teacher, Georgia's rising gas prices, Jury in murder trial sequestered, and more.

Good News: Missing Children Found, Local Man Survives Earthquake, Goose With Dart in Head Saved

Top good news posts this week include a lottery winner, a re-opened animal shelter, and more.

Teacher Dies in Accident, Movie Extras Wanted, Suspect Killed in Police Car, Gay Wedding Invitations, Malnourished Dog, TSA Agent Faked Illness

Plus, a boy who joined the Atlanta Hawks has passed away, and a Sandy Springs woman is accused of hoarding gallons of GHB at her home.

Police Car Shooting Details, Weekend Weather Forecast, Craigslist Killing Indictment: News Nearby

Some top posts in Georgia, including the death of a boy who recently joined the Atlanta Hawks for a day. Plus, how to share your news.

Teacher Dies in Accident, Movie Extras Wanted, Suspect Killed in Police Car, Gay Wedding Invitations, Malnourished Dog, TSA Agent Faked Illness

Plus, a boy who joined the Atlanta Hawks has passed away, and a Sandy Springs woman is accused of hoarding gallons of GHB at her home.

TSA Agent Faked Illness, Gallons of GHB Seized, Fake 911 Caller, Man Safe After Nepal Earthquake, Teens Arrested in Car Break-Ins

Plus, an animal shelter closed due to an illness will reopen this weekend and police are looking for an attempted bank robbery suspect.

Officers Shoot at Robbery Suspect, Burn Ban Details, Robbery Suspect Preying on Hispanic Community: News Nearby

Some of our top posts in Georgia, including police nationwide reacting to gang threats. Plus, how to share your local news, events and pics

Georgia Man Missing in Nepal, Man Stabbed to Death in East Cobb, Gunmen Shoot at Rapper's Tour Bus

Also: High school mourns teacher killed in wreck, Missing teen found safe, Man denies owning malnourished dog, Woman wins lottery, and more.