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.

Watch Out: Here's How Phone Scammers Target Your Money

The Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office says don’t believe callers who say you need to pay fine to avoid arrest.

Running Trail the Eagle Scout Project for North Gwinnett Student

Francis Littig recently completed work on a running trail at North Gwinnett Middle for his project.

Counseling Group Honors Gwinnett Public Schools Professionals

Roberts ES’s Stacey Miller is Georgia’s Counselor of the Year; Principal Linda Boyd of Twin Rivers MS is GSCA’s top Supervisor/Administrator

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.

Large Suwanee-Area Consignment Sale Begins Aug. 17

The Rhea Lana John’s Creek Fall 2014 Event will be held August 17th - 23rd at 7710 McGinnis Ferry Road, Suwanee, 30024.

Georgia's Jobless Rate Rises ... Again

The percentage of Georgians who are out of work increased to 7.8 in July, a 0.4 percent increase from June.

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.

Lego Movie, Divergent Featured Under the Stars

Check out these flicks at Town Center Park in Suwanee.

News Nearby: Police Identify Husband in Murder-Suicide

Police say Sharon Wilkins, 54, was killed by husband Dan Wilkins, 65, who then turned the gun on himself as police arrived onto the scene.

Georgia-Produced Frozen Chicken Nuggets Recalled for Contamination Threat

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

Jobs: Do You Have What It Takes to Be a Gwinnett Cop?

The GCPD has a job fair scheduled Aug. 23.

Emergency Managers Seek Public Input on Hazard Mitigation Plan

The next meeting is scheduled Thursday at the Emergency Operation Center.

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.

Radio Personality Arrested on Sex, Child Molestation Charges

Ulises Rayas is being held in the Gwinnett County jail without bond.

Sketches Released of Suspects in Gwinnett Home Invasion, Homicide

Adam Schrier, 37, was killed in his Duluth home Wednesday, Aug. 6.

New GGC Students Get a Feel for Place on Path to Success Day

Classes begin Aug. 18.

It's Official: These Gwinnett Schools Have Spirit, Yes They Do

3 Gwinnett schools honored as 2014 Cooperative Spirit Sportsmanship winners.

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?

Parents Accused of Imprisoning, Abusing Autistic Daughter

She weighed only 60 pounds; allegedly held in small room that “reeked of feces, urine.”

Gwinnett Football League Endorses Use of Concussion Sensors

Helmet-mounted sensors monitor contact to the head and “will be an essential part" of the local youth league.

Reports of Jury Duty Phone Scam Increase in Gwinnett

Sheriff’s office warns scammers can be convincing, but law enforcement agencies would never collect fines over phone.

Gwinnett Students Among Summer Grads at Piedmont College

The commencement was held July 26 in Demorest, Ga.

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.

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Weird Police News: Accomplice Left Behind, Burning Gasoline, Craigslist Scammer

Also: Sore loser robs card players; 174 pounds of pot; AC units swiped from roof.

Passenger Shoots at Gwinnett Officer During Attempted Traffic Stop

Multiple shots were fired in the area of Dawson Boulevard and Graves Road near Norcross.

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.

Lightning Sparks House Fires in Gwinnett County

Another round of damaging storms roared through the county Saturday night.

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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

Ringing Doorbell Alerts Sleeping Couple in Gwinnett Fire

They escaped unharmed from the early morning fire on Calvin Drive in Duluth

Police: Gwinnett Man Identified in Cherokee County Car Crash

Duluth resident Matthew F. Goulbourne, 23, was behind the wheel of a Honda Accord when it caught fire and crashed in Cherokee County.

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.

Afternoon Storms Kept Gwinnett Firefighters Busy

Trees, wires knocked down; lightning caused fire.

Suwanee Proposes 2015 Millage Rate, Same as Last 2 Years

But a tax increase is expected, due to rising property values.