BBB Tips for Safe Driving Over The Labor Day Weekend

With the upcoming Labor Day weekend upon us, and millions of drivers taking to the road...

Victim Shoots Back, Labor Day Patrols, School Enrollment Climbs and Pets of the Week

Plus, Allstate is about as impressed with Atlanta drivers as you are.

Labor Day Closures: Most County Offices Take the Day Off

Gwinnett County will be back to normal operations on Tuesday, July 2

Fireball in Sky, Restaurant Scores, Soccer Death, $6K in Hair Stolen, and Toddler Victim of Date Rape Drug

Plus, DeKalb County Commissioner arrested, Hindu leader convicted, Labor Day weekend festivals, and Phipps Plaza suspect stays in jail.

What to Do Labor Day Weekend: Lanier Islands Hosts 'Last Blast of Summer'

Lake Lanier is the scene for live music, fireworks, boardwalk entertainers and more.

BBB Scam Alert -- Fast Money Scams Hit Instagram

Get rich quick schemes promising high returns in minimal time are not a new phenomenon.

Man Kills Family Then Himself, Convenience Store Clerk Killed, Teenager Charged With Killing 13-Year-Old

Plus, man found stabbed near Downtown Connector, GBI arrests Gwinnett cabbie shooting suspect, DeKalb County Commissioner Resigns

Labor Day Gas Prices Expected to be Lowest Since 2010

In Georgia, AAA reports that the average price of a gallon of unleaded gasoline was $3.32 on Sunday. Last year, the price was $3.53.

Wet Heads! ALS Ice Bucket Challenge Splashes Across Georgia

From Athens to Atlanta to Woodstock, check out these ALS Ice Bucket videos in north Georgia.

Police Lieutenant Found Dead, Abducted Children Found Safe, Watershed Employees Fired, Ebola Patients Recover, Business Busted For Underage Alcohol Sales, Officers Save Man From Fire

Plus, more than 200 dogs were adopted at an event and the Peachtree Corners City Council declared City Hall a gun-free zone.

Bystander Shot, I-285 Traffic Alert, Ice Bucket Challenges and Arson Suspect

Plus, dogs rescued from a puppy mill are ready for adoption. Top posts from Ga. Patch sites.

Trail Attack Sketch, Lightning Strikes Boy, Gun Ban and Ebola Patient Release

Plus, a deputy is recognized for his good deed. Our top posts from Ga. Patch sites.

Three Dozen Things to Do in Gwinnett County This Weekend

Gwinnett Weekends list from Explore Gwinnett includes Elvis, Mary Poppins, Mark Richt, farmer’s markets and a whole lot more.

Student Brings Ammo To School, Ice Bucket Challenges, Storms Cause Power Outages, BBQ Restaurant Closes, Rapper Sentenced on Weapons Charges

Plus, a local city is taking steps to create its downtown, a missing man was found alive and a UPS store suffered a data breach.

Bank Robber Fooled, Inside Job at Benihana, 'Robin Williams' Facebook Scam, Ice Bucket Challenges

Also: Unsecured firearms in house where toddler was shot; Man with BB gun prompts school lockdown; Georgia has 2nd worst jobless rate.

$2.2 M in Opium; Missing Owl Found; Bus Accident with Injuries; Standoff and Tear Gas; Ice Bucket Challenges

Also: Suspected electronics thieves stopped in Acworth; Atlanta Watershed probe; Tractor accident kills man; Missing man found safe.

Ride the 'Blue Crush' at Collins Hill Community Fun Day

10 inflatables, climbing wall, bungee jumps, food, vendors and lots more planned this Saturday at Collins Hill High School.

10 Lawrenceville Businesses Receive Golden Hammer Awards

Local awards program recognizes businesses and community leaders.

Here's How to Post on the New Patch

Here’s what you need to know to start posting on Patch again.

Chateau Elan Winery & Resort Celebrates 18th Annual Vineyard Fest with More Than 75 Wines

Annual Summer Festival Features Award-Winning Local Wines

Exciting Places, Superintendent Announces Retirement, Football Player Dies, Councilman Indicted, Murder-Suicide, Robin Williams Tribute, Another Baby Left in Car

Plus, a convicted rapist was sentenced to six life terms and a Patch blogger explains Robin Williams' impact on his life.

Nominate Your Favorite Coach or Mentor for Prizes and Profile on Patch

Monday is the deadline to nominate your favorite coach or mentor who made a difference in your life.

Hurricane Season Peak: Share Your Storm Stories, Preparation Tips

The slow storm season has been a relief to many, but tropical weather tends to pick up right about…now.

Pastor Charged, Carjackers in Court, Ghost Tours, Councilman Indicted + Child Shoots Self

Also: Fulton tax lawsuit, coffee with a cop, real estate open houses, Phipps Plaza update, suspects in trail attacks, and phone scammers.

Bartow Shooting Rampage, Robin Williams Tributes, Carjackers, Cop Cab, Avoid I-285, Jobless Rate Rises

Also: Ga. chief says Ferguson, Mo., police force is too white; Funeral set for football player; Couple scammed out of $11,800.

Lawrenceville Supports Statewide Initiative for 811

Know What’s Below. Call 811 Before You Dig!

Viral: Atlanta Sportscaster's Tribute to Robin Williams

How many references can you count?

Teens Removed From Filthy Home, Murder-Suicide in Sandy Springs, Firefighters Get Promotion, Noose at Door, Pay Raises for School Employees

Plus, chicken nuggets made in Georgia have been recalled and a stunt dog will soon visit a metro Atlanta county.

Georgia-Produced Frozen Chicken Nuggets Recalled for Contamination Threat

Slightly over 15,000 pounds of chicken are being recalled by Perdue.

Double Shooting, Exciting Towns, Homicide Sketches, Deadly Fire and Trail Security

Plus, spray-painting suspects arrested after police find their work still drying. Our top posts in Ga.

Seen on Facebook: Doors to Homes and Hope Opens October 4th

Gwinnett Habitat for Humanity says 40 percent of Gwinnett residents are in need of adequate housing.

Football Death, Autistic Child Abused, TB Outbreak, Zoo Escape and School News

Plus, Gwinnett jury duty scam; GA WOW houses; gang members indicted; Cosby ethics complaint; and how expensive is it to drive in Georgia?

It Doesn't Pay to Drive in Georgia, Study Says

The Peach State is one of the 10 most expensive states to own a car in when factoring in gas, repairs, and insurance.

Another Child Left in Hot Car, Thousands Ask To Help Officer, Body of Teen Found in Lake, $5.1 Billion GA Film Industry, Officer Saves Overdose Victim

Plus, Paulding County plans security upgrades for Silver Comet Trail and two kennel operators have been charged with animal cruelty.

GOOD NEWS! Biz Openings, Arts Festivals, Top Students, Kidney for Cop, and Back to School Pics

Plus, police chief recognized, school test kitchen, booming GA film and TV industry, and grants for cops were top GA good news stories

Twitter Feeds: Severe Weather in Metro Atlanta

Here are some Friday storm images shared on Twitter.

Concert Deaths: Should We Confront Dangerous Drug Culture?

Deaths and dozens of injuries this summer appear to be drug related. What’s the fix?

Storm Damage, Bomb Threats, Player Collapses, Cold Case Investigation and Back to School

Plus, 200 new jobs coming to Cartersville as Surya breaks ground. Top posts from our Ga. Patch sites.

Georgia Says Pay Child Support or Lose Driver's License

Parents who are perpetually behind on payments without submitting a reason are liable to have their drivers licenses suspended soon.

Another Winter of Ice, Snow in Store for Georgia?

Well-below average temperatures are expected this winter, along with plenty of snow and ice, says one forecaster.