Good News: .38 Special Will Rock Dallas, Norcross Grad to Attend Obama Summit, Soccer Stars Named All-Americans

Top good news stories include a bank vice president earning an executive diploma, a volunteer fire department donating equipment, and more.

Officer Cleared, Celebrity Sightings, Pastor Convicted of Child Molestation, Car Crashes Into Restaurant, Inmate Killed

Plus, a man was arrested in a 2,000-pound pot bust and a boy caught a 7-foot shark on Georgia's coast.

Study: How Far Does $100 Go In Georgia?

A new study says Peach Staters get more bang for the buck than residents in many other states.

Dog Flu Cases, $1 Billion Brewery Investment, Deputy Injured in Wreck: News Nearby

Some top posts at Georgia Patch sites, including an airlift following a 3-vehicle crash. Plus, how you can share your local news at Patch.

"Perhaps You Think We Are 'Blowing Smoke' Concerning Urbanized Coyotes Attacking Children?"

Professional Wildlife Management 4 Verified Coyote Attacks on Children in a month, Irvine, California.

Cop Cleared in Fatal Shooting, Google's Big Plans, Pastor Convicted

Some top posts at Georgia Patch sites, including how far $100 goes in Georgia. Plus, how you can share local news, events and pics.

2,000-Pound Pot Bust, DeKalb CEO Gets Jail Time, Car Crashes Into Hot Dog Eatery, Burglar Steals Lottery Tickets, More Fireworks

Plus, a north Georgia police department has decided to disconnect its tip line.

Atlanta Filming News, $100K Reward in Murder Mystery, More Body Cameras: News Nearby

Some top posts at Georgia Patch sites, including new laws for passing garbage trucks. Plus, how you can share local news, events and pics.

Body Found, Couple Carjacked, Fatal Shooting Arrest, Puppy Rescued From Well: News Nearby

Some top posts in Georgia, including a deadly weekend on area roads. Plus, how you can share your local news, events and pics at Patch.

Puppy Rescued From Well, $25,000 Lottery Winner, Chorus Performing with Foreigner: Good News

Some top good news posts this week at Ga. Patch sites, including an off-duty deputy's fire rescue. Plus, how to share your local good news.

Teens Escape Fire, Prostitution Sting, $3 Million Cocaine Bust, Kittens Thrown Out Car Window, Rainbow Flag Burning

Plus, a former Atlanta Falcons player has been charged with battery, and read about an unbelievable explanation from convicted arsonist.

Steroid Trafficking, Check Forgery Operation Busted, July 4th Traffic: News Digest

Some top posts in Georgia, including an unbelievable explanation from convicted arsonist. Plus, how you can share your local news at Patch.

Sex Slave Rescued, Baby Injured in Wreck, Police Car Vandalized, Heroin Dealers Offered A Way Out, Flesh-Eating Bacteria

Plus, suspended DeKalb County CEO Burrell Ellis was convicted on three counts of perjury and a single count of attempted extortion.

Rainbow Flag Burned, Troopers Plan July 4th Enforcement, Gas Tax Hike Wednesday: News Nearby

Some top posts in Georgia, including a police cruiser damaged in suspected arson. Plus, how you can share your local news at Patch.

Former Falcon Faces Charges, Cartersville Man Killed, Woman Allegedly Throws Kittens from Window

Also: Four people missing from Atlanta area; Woman falls off cliff in Roswell; Help Gwinnett mom fighting flesh-eating bacteria, and more.

Atlanta Cop Saves Crash Victim, Woman Hits $1 Million Lottery Jackpot, Bus Driver Wins Competition: Good News

Some top 'good news' posts at Georgia Patch sites, including a police officer who helped a homeless man. Plus, how to share on Patch!

KKK Fliers, Man Impaled On Fence, Fatal Workplace Accident, Suspect Uses 'Magic' To Trick Victim, 'Trash Can' Teacher Fired

Plus, an autism research was found dead in North Carolina and a woman battling flesh-eating bacteria underwent amputation surgery.

Same-Sex Marriage in Georgia, Worker Dies in Fall, Reality Star in Trouble: News Nearby

Some to posts in Georgia, including a man tricked out of $32K by suspect using "magic." Plus, how you can share your local news on Patch.

Bobbi Kristina Brown Case, Flesh-Eating Bacteria Forces Amputations, Body Impaled on Wrought Iron Fence

Plus, barber shop attack reported, severe weather expected for the weekend, sexual assaults at KSU and MARTA, and more on Patch.

Child Left In Hot Car, Cyclorama, Bobbi Kristina Brown, World War II Memorabilia Theft, Man Accused of Poisoning Coworker

Plus, a metro Atlanta woman has won $1 million in the Georgia Lottery's Powerball drawing.

Fatal Stabbing Victim Was Pregnant, Dog Left in Hot Truck, Conviction in NASA Fraud Case: News Nearby

Some top posts in Georgia, including the headliner for Music Midtown. Plus, how to share your news, events and pics at Patch.

Dacula Home Destroyed by Fire, Waleska Teen Killed, Woman Wounded in Gas Station Shootout

Also: Repeat smash-and-grab crook convicted again; Gwinnett man sentenced for rapes, robberies; 6 indicted for meth trafficking, and more.

Hero Cop Saves Driver, Father Wins $12,500 Lottery Prize, 500 New Jobs: Good News

Some top 'good news' posts at Georgia Patch sites, including a 90th anniversary for area Goodwill programs. Plus, how to share on Patch!

Dog Found in Hot Car, Teen Sweethearts Die in Crash, Flesh-Eating Bacteria, Boy Shot By Brother, Justin Ross Harris

Plus, police have released the name of a man found dead inside a submerged SUV and a 20-year-old woman has been missing for a week.

'Healing Thoughts' for Charleston, Teens Killed in Wreck, Fatal Motel Shooting

Some top posts on Georgia Patch sites, including intense house fire sparked by dog knocking over candle. Plus, how to share your local news.

Police ID Man Found Dead In SUV, Another Scam Alert, Hockey Team Moves To Sandy Springs, Family Displaced By Fire

Plus, a mosque in Kennesaw is currently expanding and two men accused of killing a resident outside an Atlanta Kroger have been indicted.

Chickens Slaughtered, Scorching Heat (and Bad Air), Pedestrian Fatality

Some top posts on Georgia Patch sites, including a purse snatcher leaving shoes at the scene. Plus, how to share your local news.

Day Care Killer's Conviction Tossed, Man Found Dead Under Car, Child Shoots Self in Head

Also: Atlanta boy drowns in South Carolina, Bear spotted in Woodstock, Cartersville theft suspects sought, Former anchor arrested, and more.

Lottery Ticket Sold, 'Gladys Knight Highway' Dedicated, Hairless Kitten Found at Airport

Top good news posts this week include a donation helping to pay for a special needs playground, a new Habitat for Humanity home, and more.

Inmate Dies In Custody, Toddler Left In Day Care Van, Grandmother Beaten, Child Murderer Gets Life, Isakson Reveals Parkinson's Diagnosis

Plus, a donation fund has been set up for a woman who was killed in a wreck.

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.

Day Care Center Closed, Life Without Parole, Interstate Mega Load: News Nearby

Some top posts in Georgia, including a drug-cooking operation getting shut down. Plus, how to share your local news, events and pics.

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.

Shocking Craigslist Ad, Details on Teen Drowning, 30 Pounds of Coke

Plus, there's been another bear sighting and a trapped worker was freed from manhole.

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.