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Owners of Chicago’s Pizza bringing new restaurant to Clarkesville

The owners of Chicago’s Pizza in Demorest, Carlos and Rudy Hernandez, have looked to expand their business ventures with the upcoming opening of a...

Report unveils new details of homicide investigation in Habersham

Rockdale County authorities have identified the man suspected of murdering a woman and then dumping her body in Cornelia. Lee Howard Daffin, 57, of Conyers,...

Demorest opts-in to HB 581

The Demorest City Council voted to opt in to HB 581 after their public hearing at noon on Thursday. After closing the public hearing,...

Pendergrass man faces child pornography charges

A Pendergrass man is facing child pornography charges after a multi-agency investigation, according to the Jackson County Sheriff's Office. The joint operation led by the...

One arrested on drug trafficking charges in Athens

An Athens man is facing drug trafficking charges after a police raid on two residences in the city, according to the Athens-Clarke County Police...

One person injured in accidental shooting

A person was injured in an accidental shooting Wednesday morning in the Amy’s Creek community, located off Ga. 17 outside of Clarkesville, according to...

Human remains discovered in Cornelia amid homicide investigation

Authorities from multiple agencies responded to a scene in Cornelia early Thursday morning after human remains were discovered during a homicide investigation, according to...

Mt. Airy opts-in to HB 581

The Mt. Airy Town Council held its third and final public hearing on Wednesday for HB 581. No citizens spoke during the public hearing....

Police nab possible murder suspect after chase in Stephens County

The Stephens County Sheriff's Office apprehended a person of interest in a Rockdale County homicide following a vehicle pursuit Wednesday. The sheriff's office says they...

Habersham Development Authority demands action on business park lots or threatens repurchase

The Habersham County Development Authority is taking a firm stance in urging the current owner of two lots in the Airport Business Park to...

Georgia lawmaker introduces bill to ban school zone cameras

Legislation has been introduced in the Georgia House of Representatives aimed at banning the use of school zone cameras across the state. The School...

Two arrested in Gilmer County drug bust

Two people were arrested in Gilmer County earlier this week after a police raid on a residence on Simmons Road, according to the Gilmer...