Flesh-Eating Bacteria, Missing Morehouse Grad, Marsh Wreck Mystery: News Nearby

Some top posts in Georgia, including more Michael Keaton sightings. Plus, how to share your local news, events and pics at Patch.

Grandmother Beaten, Man Calls 911 For Marital Help, Resident Dies in Germany, Isakson Reveals Parkinson's Diagnosis, Turbine Rotor

Plus, a police investigation of a possible stolen vehicle uncovered an elaborate marijuana grow house in Gwinnett County.

Swimmer Dies, Toddler Left in Day Care Van, Coyote Warning: News Nearby

Some top posts in Georgia, including suspects sought in a gas station shooting. Plus, how to share your local news, events and pics.

Canton Home Burns Down, 2 Arrested for Store Clerk's Murder, Motorcyclist Killed in Wreck

Also: Minivan crashes into home, Gas leak prompts evacuation, Grenade found in car, Hairless kitten found at Atlanta airport, and more.

Good News: Wounded Warrior Welcomed to Smyrna, WWII Memorabilia Recovered, Lifeguard Saves Youngster's Life

Top good news posts this week include a police officer saving two lives in two hours, "Best Small Towns in America" awards, and more.

'Baby For Drugs' Ad, Jewelry Prompts Evacuation, Black Bears, Man Walks Through Airport With Assault Rifle, Car Lands On Roof

Plus, detectives are searing for a police impersonator who tried to get into a teenager's vehicle.

Black Bear Found Dead, Weekend Weather, Construction Worker Shot at School: News Nearby

Some top posts at Georgia Patch sites, including a reward in high-profile home invasions in Buckhead. Plus, how to share your local news.

Car Lands On Roof, Lifeguard Saves 5-Year-Old, School System Cuts Band Classes, Officer Who Fatally Shot Resident Returns To Work

Plus, a man caused a stir when he walked through Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport carrying an assault rifle.

Officer Saves Two Lives in Two Hours, Why Did the Bear Cross the Road?, NFL Player Didn't Mean to Kill Dog

Also: Kennesaw house fire, Owner of stolen WWII memorabilia found, Dacula man sentenced for stabbing death, Spider-Men in Midtown, and more.

Good News: School Year Ends, Paralyzed Teen Walks for Graduation, Brewery Helps Flood Victims

Top good news posts this week include a kitten rescued from a fence post, a disabled veteran getting a mortgage-free home, and more.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

A Day With Teepa Snow

Mark your calendars! Nationally recognized expert Teepa Snow is coming to the Lawrenceville area!

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!

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.

Partnership Against Domestic Violence Raises over $580,000!

Partnership Against Domestic Violence (PADV) raises money to support its general operating budget at the 2015 Hearts with Hope Gala

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!

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.