John Lewis Returns, I-85 Commute, Porch Pirates: GA News Nearby

There was plenty of news across the Atlanta region on Friday. If you missed any of it on your local Patch, here's a roundup of some of the top stories from the past 24 hours.

• Here's How Much Georgia Grew In The 2010s
• Frustrated On Your Commute Along I-85: Take Survey
• 'Beware Of The Porch Pirates' Warn Cobb County Police

First Openly Gay Superior Court Judge Sworn In

Gwinnett's first openly gay Superior Court Judge was sworn in at the capital Thursday. "It is extremely important that other people have an example to follow," Angela D. Duncan said.

Combustion Lab Evacuated At Georgia Tech, 'Low Level' Gas Leak

Students were briefly evacuated from a building after a small gas leak was found at Georgia Tech on Friday morning.

John Lewis Casts First Vote Since Cancer Diagnosis

It was business as usual for Atlanta Congressman and civil rights activist Rep. John Lewis, who was on the House floor Friday to cast his vote with Democrats for a resolution that would limit President Donald Trump's power to initiate war against Iran. Lewis' appearance comes less than two weeks since announcing his stage four pancreatic cancer diagnosis.

Several Boats Outside Bass Pro Catch Fire

Four bass fishing boats sustained heavy damage during a fire Thursday night at the Bass Pro Shop in Gwinnett County, according to fire officials.

Casting: 'Wife Swap' Seeking Georgia Families; $10K Payment

The ABC reality show "Wife Swap" is casting for families in Georgia. Selected families will receive a $10,000 payment.

Police Looking For Suspect Who Shot Man In Head Twice

A man was shot five times just after midnight on Friday and taken to Grady Memorial Hospital in serious condition, reports CBS46. Atlanta police are looking for the suspect.

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