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08/18/2022

"It is very hard to convince Cooper that he will be happy again," the 8-year-old mass shooting survivor's family said. (via Highland Park Patch)

The 8-year-old Highland Park mass shooting survivor's family said he is in constant pain, but "every kindness makes him smile."

08/18/2022

The defendant faces 10 counts of homicide and other charges in connection with a Memorial Day weekend boat crash that killed five people.

08/18/2022

"It still feels like a nightmare. My life has completely changed because of one unfortunate tragedy," Lana Batochir wrote. (via Chicago Patch)

"As I was getting pulled onto the boat I glanced at my legs and realized that both my legs were gone."

08/17/2022

There’s no place like home — especially when it’s clean and organized! Here's why hiring a pro to organize your house is a great idea. (Sponsored)

Thumbtack, a home services app used by millions, has plenty of top-rated organizers to help get your home in Marie Kondo-level shape.

08/16/2022

OSHA inspectors found repeated workplace safety violations at three Georgia locations, according to the U.S. Department of Labor.

08/16/2022

The singer's home in Sandy Springs was the target of a burglary last month while she was on vacation.

08/16/2022

Think you’re ready to buy a home? Make sure you do these five important things before you start putting in offers. (Sponsored)

Prospective homeowners should build their credit score, formulate a budget and get pre-approved for a mortgage before starting their search.

08/16/2022

8-year-old Asa Baker's lemonade stand is back in business after police shut it down earlier this month. (via Ohio Patch)

Organizers of a nearby festival filed a complaint with law enforcement, leading authorities to close down the stand, WJW reported.

08/15/2022

Elizabeth Anne Shepherd, 49, is being charged with arson in connection with a house that caught fire in Kennesaw on Friday, authorities say.

08/15/2022

A Gwinnett County man pleaded guilty to two trafficking charges in case of selling 14-year-old girl for s*x, according to officials.

08/14/2022

Tackling your to-do list is easier than you think. (Sponsored)

08/12/2022

A 31-year-old mother from Lithonia was arrested Thursday after police say her 7-month-old child drowned in a bathtub, according to WSB-TV.

08/12/2022

Federal health officials’ updated guidelines indicate a significant shift toward pre-pandemic norms. Here is what it means for Georgia.

Federal health officials' updated guidelines indicate a significant shift toward pre-pandemic norms. Here is what it means for Georgia.

08/11/2022

Georgia Sens. Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock voted for the bill, which passed along party lines and is expected to pass the House.

08/11/2022

Please share. She was last seen getting off a Greyhound bus in Tampa on July 8. (via Tampa Patch)

Erica Ann Johnson, 36, ​of Fort Myers was last seen getting off a Greyhound bus in Tampa on July 8. From there, she seems to have vanished.

08/11/2022

The Atlanta rapper was indicted on weapons and gang charges last week, according to Fulton County court records.

08/10/2022

The Fulton County Board of Health is working on contract tracing for the two employees, who are isolating, according to 11 Alive.

08/10/2022

A grimy oven, smelly fridge and chaotic closets are all telltale signs that your house is probably in need of some deep cleaning TLC. Here’s how you can address the mess. 🏡 (Sponsored)

If your fans are fuzzy or the fridge has an odor, it's time to bring in some cleaning professionals.

08/10/2022

Three other U.S. Army soldiers were hospitalized in the incident at Yonah Mountain in north Georgia, according to FOX 5 Atlanta.

08/10/2022

The Democratic candidate for Georgia governor announced her positive test Tuesday, a day after she delivered an economic address in Atlanta.

08/09/2022

The 12-year-old boy eventually admitted to police that he accidentally shot his mother, according to authorities. (via Birmingham, AL Patch)

The boy eventually admitted to fabricating events that detectives determined to be impossible, according to police.

08/09/2022

The district posted on social media that the lockdown was being done "out of an abundance of caution."

08/08/2022

Both men were previously sentenced to life without parole in state court for Arbery's murder.

08/08/2022

Winter is coming. 🥶

Some areas are expected to see frequent snowfalls, followed by bitter arctic air plunging temperatures to levels not seen in several years.

08/05/2022

Your neighbor may have forgotten about borrowing a w**d trimmer — or may have broken it. In any case, it can be awkward to ask for it back.

08/05/2022

Is now still a good time to buy a house? What do rising interest rates mean for you? Find out here. (Sponsored)

Patch has launched an all-new mortgage center to help you better understand what home financing options are available to you.

08/04/2022

Planning updates around the house? Find out what an expert says you should know before you begin! 🏡 (Sponsored)

Thumbtack Home Expert David Steckel shares tips to improve your home's livability and equity.

08/04/2022

"I am totally numb. Totally scared. Totally surprised. I have no emotions left in me," Kishore Samtani said, whose son was killed in a hit-and-run last year. (via East Hampton Patch)

"I am empty." With a ruling in the case expected Friday, the family of a teen killed in a hit-and-run is crying out for justice.

08/03/2022

Make sure you didn't buy any of these children's products sold at T.J. Maxx, Marshalls, and HomeGoods. (via Framingham Patch)

The terms of the penalty also specify that TJX Companies admitted no guilt for the action and did not "knowingly violate the CPSA."

08/02/2022

Now is the best time to pay down your credit card debt and reduce your overall interest accumulation. (Sponsored)

Paying down credit card debt can help you avoid accruing further debt from rising federal interest rates.