Stories for February 2005
Stories for Tuesday, February 22
Georgia Firm Buys Johnny Carson's Boyhood Home
A private real estate development company has purchased the home where the late talk show host Johnny Carson grew up. Historic Properties Inc., based in Norcross, Ga., bought the five-bedroom home where Carson lived from age 8 to 18 for an undisclosed price in a deal that closed Friday. Jim ...
Storms Over as Clean up Begins
Sunshine returned Tuesday to north Georgia even as some residents and businesses were assessing the damage caused Monday by evening storms that brought golf-ball sized hail and heavy downpours. Clouds obscured the Atlanta skyline as storms moved through the area. Atlanta Skyline Foggy, Storm Feb. Scene Some metro Atlanta counties ...
Stories for Monday, February 21
Clues Sought After Body Found Along SW Atlanta Road
Police were searching for clues Monday after the body of a man who had been fatally shot was found on the side of the road in southwest Atlanta.The identity of the victim, who was found shortly after 11 a.m. near Racine Street and Gordon Terrace in the area of westbound ...
Fire Guts DJ's Home
Investigators have determined that an unattended candle sparked a late night, two-alarm blaze that raced through the home owned by a former Atlanta radio personality. Firefighters said flames and smoke were visible when they arrived. Porche Foxx Home Burns Smoke No injuries were reported during the fire, which broke out ...
Two Killed During Car Wreck in S. Fulton
Two people were killed Monday during an automobile accident in which the victims were trapped in the vehicle after their car flipped over, authorities said.The accident occurred about 7:30 a.m. near Camp Creek Parkway and Washington Road. The identities of the victims, who died at the scene, were pending.Police Capt. ...
Stormy Weather on Tap
Some metro Atlanta counties were under a severe thunderstorm warning as a line of severe weather moved through the area, bringing lightning and heavy downpours.The National Weather Service said hail and flooding could accompany the strong storms. Click here for the latest advisories from the weather agency.Severe Weather Team 2 ...
Stories for Friday, February 18
Officer, Prisoner Hurt During Traffic Accident
A police officer for the city of Alpharetta and a female prisoner she was transporting were injured during a traffic accident in which the passenger was trapped in the vehicle. The accident occurred at 4:30 p.m. in the southbound lanes of Interstate 85 near the Sidney Marcus Boulevard exit.The officer ...
Metro Home Gets 'Extreme Makeover'
Millions of Americans tuned in Sunday to see the dramatic results of a makeover performed on the home of a Clayton County family. The residence of Patricia and Milton Harper was transformed when the ABC network television show "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" agreed to revamp the old house in a ...
No Bond for Burglary Suspects
A Henry County magistrate judge refused Friday to set bond for three suspects accused of burglarizing a cell phone store and attempting to run over a police officer, acts that led to the death of another policeman who was responding to a distress call. The decision means Bruce Austin, 18, ...
Teen Driving Measure Introduced
A bill being introduced in the Georgia Senate would help local school systems start new driver training programs for teens by helping pay for the simulators needed in the courses. The new bill is named after Joshua Brown, who died in a car wreck. Joshua Brown The funding would come ...
One Shot When Dispute in SE Atlanta Erupts in Gunfire
The owner of a southeast Atlanta accounting and tax firm was shot in the office Friday during a dispute that ended in gunfire, authorities said.The 50-year-old victim, whose identity was pending, was rushed for treatment to Grady Memorial Hospital although his condition was not immediately available.Police said the victim suffered ...
Tractor-Trailer Wreck Shuts Ga. 316 Lanes
Authorities shut down part of Ga. 316 Friday after a tractor-trailer accident that left live utility wires lying on part of the roadway, officials said. More Resources wsbtv.com Traffic on Demand: Check your route The incident occurred about 11 a.m. in the eastbound lanes of the freeway. Authorities shut down ...
Car Shopping the Clark Howard Way
A recent survey shows that many new and used car buyers spend too much money because they don't cash in on incentives and rebates. But consumers will have to do the work to find the special promotions. Meet Eric Hannah Eric Hannah began thinking about buying a new car because ...
Slain Toddler Mourned
Dozens of mourners gathered Friday to pay their last respects to a slain 2-year-old toddler who was fatally shot during an attempted robbery of his parent's $1,700 income tax check refund. A steady stream of mourners gathered at New Life Tabernacle Church of God in Christ in southwest Atlanta to ...
Stories for Thursday, February 17
Tenn. Man Arrested in Underage Child Sex Probe
A Tennessee man was arrested in Gwinnett County after he allegedly traveled to Georgia to have sex with who he thought was a 9-year-old girl from plans made on the Internet, federal authorities said Thursday.Chris J. Becker, 52, of Franklin, Tenn., was expected to make an initial court appearance before ...
Bill Targets Underage Drinkers
A bill introduced Thursday by two state lawmakers would allow judges to strip the driver's license of underage minors who are caught drinking even if they aren't driving at the time of the offense. Rep. Chuck Martin, R-Alpharetta, speaks about his proposal on underage drinking. Rep. Chuck Martin The Republican ...
Judge Sets Trial Date for Ex-Atlanta Mayor
A federal judge has set a September trial date for former Atlanta Mayor Bill Campbell, who has been indicted on racketeering and other charges.According to a report in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, U.S. District Court Judge Richard Story set a Sept. 26 trial date for Campbell, who has denied charges of ...
Stories for Wednesday, February 16
Two Students Held After Gun Found at DeKalb High School
Two high school students were arrested and a third is facing disciplinary action after an unloaded gun was found Wednesday on the campus of Tucker High School, authorities said.School officials said two 17-year-old students gave the unloaded weapon to a 15-year-old girl during the ride to school.Another student reported the ...
Clark Howard's Insurance Advice
Of the 150,000 calls received annually in the Office of Commissioner of Insurance, officials estimate that 15 percent of the inquiries revolve around disputes consumers have with their insurance company. More Resources Insurance Commissioner's Office Clark Howard wsbtv.com Archive Clark Howard.com There are things that policyholders should consider doing if ...
Fallen Officer Mourned After Wreck
The Henry County Police Department was mourning the loss Wednesday of a police officer who was killed early Wednesday when his cruiser collided with another vehicle while the officer was on his way to a distress call. The officer's mangled car overturned during the collision. Henry Officer in Wreck Alternate ...
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