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The October 29 source review adds historical official minutes: five teams submitted proposals on December 16, 2025, and review was nearing its final stages in May 2026. The newly added records do not identify a selected developer or executed agreement. A limited permit check found Mega Mart repairs, which do not establish a redevelopment start. Original source dates and the September 28 research baseline are preserved.
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Local Government
Gwinnett Is Spending $276,000 on State and Federal Lobbying: What Is the County Paying Lobbyists to Pursue?
Gwinnett County awarded a $276,000 annual lobbying contract to Dentons US LLP, the world's largest law firm, with former Georgia Attorney General Sam Olens as lead lobbyist. The contract covers state and federal advocacy. Here is what the county is paying for, who competed for the work, and what Gwinnett's legislative priorities include.
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Gwinnett Will Spend Up to $415,000 to Monitor Airbnb and VRBO Rentals: How the New System Will Work
Gwinnett County awarded a multi-year contract to Azavar Government Solutions to monitor Airbnb, VRBO, and Booking.com listings and administer a new short-term rental license program. The ordinance takes effect April 14, 2027. Here is how the system will work — and what it means for property owners.
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Duluth Is Rewriting Its Land-Use Rules: What TA2026-009 Could Change for Property Owners
Duluth's Planning Commission heard text amendment TA2026-009 on September 7, 2026, and the City Council is scheduled to vote October 12. The amendment is the latest in a series of changes to the city's Unified Development Code, which was adopted in September 2025 and has already been amended multiple times in 2026.
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Gwinnett Commissioners Weigh Shopping Center Rezoning After Planning Commission Said No
The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners held a public hearing September 22 on a rezoning that would turn nearly 7 acres of residential land into a shopping center — despite the Planning Commission's recommendation to deny. Citizens organized opposition through a Change.org petition. The hearing also included a $1 million plumbing contract increase and a $2.75 million Aetna benefits contract.
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Duluth Overhauls Its Zoning Code: Smaller Lots, Tighter Setbacks, and What Residents Missed
The Duluth City Council voted unanimously to rewrite the city's Unified Development Chapter, cutting setback requirements, shrinking minimum lot sizes, and making it easier for developers to build multifamily housing. Mayor Roger Harris says the changes will boost housing supply. Critics worry about density, traffic, and neighborhood character.
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Norcross Cyberattack: Ransomware Hits City Systems
A Norcross cyberattack compromises municipal networks, prompting scrutiny from local taxpayers over cybersecurity spending and administrative transparency.
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What's Being Built in Loganville? New Subdivisions and Rezoning Updates
Loganville officials are tightening the reins on development as the city faces mounting pressure from new residential and commercial rezoning applications.
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Norcross Ransomware Attack: Taxpayer Data at Risk After Security Breach
The Norcross ransomware attack has left residents questioning the security of their personal data and the transparency of Gwinnett County local government.
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Gwinnett Accountability Courts Expand to Boost Public Safety and Fiscal Responsibility
Gwinnett accountability courts are expanding in Lawrenceville to reduce recidivism and save taxpayer dollars through judicial efficiency and family stability.
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Gwinnett County Police Civilian Expansion: 12 New Positions Approved
Gwinnett County Commissioners approved a Gwinnett County police civilian expansion, adding 12 new Community Service Aides to handle non-emergency calls.
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Gwinnett County Sheriff ICE Cooperation Under Fire from Teachers' Union
The Gwinnett County Association of Educators is pressuring the Sheriff to halt Gwinnett County Sheriff ICE cooperation, citing student absenteeism in schools.
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Airbnb in Duluth GA: Short-Term Rental Rules Homeowners Should Know
Duluth allows short-term rentals only with a Special Use Permit, $200 fee, business license, neighbor notification, and occupancy limits. Complete guide to the official rules, zoning, and application process.
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Duluth GA Homestead Exemptions: How to Lower Your Property Taxes
Every homestead exemption available to Duluth and Gwinnett homeowners: standard, senior (62+ and 65+), disability, veteran, surviving spouse, and VOE — with eligibility, savings examples, and how to apply.
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Duluth GA Property Taxes: What Homeowners Actually Pay
How Duluth, GA property taxes work: current millage rates, homestead exemptions, senior breaks, VOE, and estimated taxes for homes from $300K to $1M — inside city limits vs. unincorporated Gwinnett.
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Downtown Duluth GA Parking Guide: Where to Park in 2026
Free parking in Downtown Duluth, GA: lots, garages, street rules, Town Green and Parsons Alley parking, time limits, and the 2026 ordinance changes drivers need to know.
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Duluth's Tax Allocation District: Where Does the Money Go?
Duluth is the only city in Gwinnett with its own TAD. We examined the city's audit, council minutes, and bond records to trace where millions in redirected property-tax growth has gone — and who benefits.
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Who Pays for Duluth's Growth? Developers or Taxpayers?
Duluth's population has grown 44% since 2000, and Gwinnett County has crossed one million residents. We investigated the records to determine who actually pays for the roads, schools, water lines, and public safety that growth requires — and found that Gwinnett does not charge formal impact fees.
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1,400 Homes Proposed Near Duluth: Can the Roads Handle the Growth?
Portman Holdings has filed to rezone 111.55 acres at Pleasant Hill Road and Peachtree Industrial Boulevard for up to 1,400 residential units, 80,000 sf of commercial space, and 100,000 sf of medical office. No traffic study is public yet. Here is what the records show.
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Gwinnett's $2.58 Billion Budget: What Duluth Taxpayers Are Paying For
Gwinnett County's 2026 budget totals $2.58 billion — down 3.2% from 2025. Public safety gets 31.6% of operating spending, but the largest single department is Water Resources at $694 million. Here's where every dollar goes and what Duluth residents actually receive.
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Gwinnett Kept Its Tax Rate Above the Rollback Rate — What Duluth Homeowners Should Know
Gwinnett County held its 2026 General Fund millage rate at 6.950 mills — above the 6.782-mill rollback rate — triggering a state-mandated tax-increase notice. Here is what that actually means for Duluth homeowners.
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Duluth's Overnight Parking Ban: Why Residents Are Furious Over $50 Tickets for Parking at Their Own Homes
Duluth, Georgia enforces a citywide overnight parking ban that fines residents $50 for parking on the street in front of their own homes between midnight and 7 a.m. Homeowners with multiple vehicles and small driveways say the ordinance is government overreach, and after three years of enforcement, the city is facing a wave of public backlash, a council amendment, and demands for a waiver system.
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Gwinnett County Spends $500,000 on 'Disparity Study' — Taxpayer Money for Equity Research on Contracting
The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners budgeted $500,000 for a 'disparity study' examining whether enough county contracts go to minority and women-owned businesses — taxpayer money spent on equity research rather than roads, public safety, or essential services.
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Gwinnett County's $192K DEI Executive: Access & Opportunity Officer Salary Exceeds Posted Range
Gwinnett County's Access & Opportunity Officer position pays up to $192,653 a year to oversee 'diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging' initiatives — and the county's first Equity Officer was hired at $185,243, exceeding the posted maximum by $18,000 in her first year.
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Gwinnett County Expands Nondiscrimination Policy With CROWN Act Hair Protections
Gwinnett County commissioners expanded the county's nondiscrimination policy to include ancestry, family status, immigration status, homeless status, and hair texture protections — raising questions about merit-based hiring and identity politics in county government.
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Gwinnett County Hiring Taxpayer-Funded DEI Analyst at $75K-$88K Salary
Gwinnett County posted a full-time Equity & Program Operations Analyst position paying up to $87,689 to oversee DEI initiatives and an Equity Index — even as state and federal leaders move to roll back DEI programs in government.
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Supporting Our Heroes: How Gwinnett County Veterans Treatment Court Prioritizes Accountability and Recovery
The Gwinnett County Veterans Treatment Court in Lawrenceville provides a rigorous path to recovery, ensuring those who served are held to high standards.
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Unelected Bureaucracy: Who is Really Running Gwinnett County?
Lawrenceville residents demand Gwinnett County government accountability as unelected bureaucrats drive a $2.67 billion budget and radical equity agendas.
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Taxpayer Alert: Gwinnett Commissioners Push Through 6.9% Property Tax Increase as Assessments Soar
Gwinnett County homeowners face a 6.9% property tax increase as commissioners maintain the 6.95 millage rate despite soaring property assessments.
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Gwinnett Sheriff Keybo Taylor Under Fire for Deleted Post on Charlie Kirk
Gwinnett Sheriff Keybo Taylor faces renewed scrutiny in Lawrenceville after a controversial social media post regarding Charlie Kirk sparked bias concerns.
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Trapped on Duluth Highway: How One Gwinnett Neighborhood Stalled a 178-Townhome Land Grab
A developer wants to drop 178 townhomes on a wooded 21-acre tract at McDaniel Farm Road. County staff said approve. The neighbors — citing 20 crashes and a disappearing tree line — said not so fast.
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Not in Our Backyard: How 19,000 Gwinnett Voters Stopped Lawrenceville's Annexation Land Grab
The City of Lawrenceville wanted to swallow 19,000 unincorporated residents and become the largest city in Gwinnett County. The residents had other ideas — and a vote.
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Gwinnett School Board Member from Duluth Pushes Parents' Bill of Rights Amid Curriculum Transparency Battle
A Gwinnett County school board member representing Duluth introduced a Parents' Bill of Rights resolution requiring curriculum transparency, parental notification on sensitive topics, and opt-out provisions — reigniting a fierce debate over parental rights versus educator autonomy in Georgia's largest school district.
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Duluth City Council Rejects State High-Density Housing Mandate, Cites Local Character and Infrastructure
The Duluth City Council voted 4-1 to reject compliance with a Georgia state mandate that would force cities to allow high-density apartment developments in single-family neighborhoods, arguing the mandate overrides local zoning authority and threatens community character.
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Elections
Who Prints Gwinnett County's Ballots? Inside the $347,278 Ballot Printing and Vote-by-Mail Contract
Gwinnett County's ballots are printed by Fort Orange Press, Inc., a 120-year-old company in Albany, New York. The annual contract covers ballot printing, absentee ballot processing, and mailing — with strict security requirements including Dominion-qualified printing and chain-of-custody controls. Here is what the contractor does, what the county does, and what voters should know.
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Gwinnett District Attorney Challenges Georgia Law Impacting Gwinnett County Election Integrity
Gwinnett DA Patsy Austin-Gatson sues to block HB 369, a law removing party labels from local ballots, sparking a debate over Gwinnett County election integrity.
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Trump's 'Keeping Men Out of Women's Sports' Order Forces Gwinnett County Schools to Comply With Title IX
President Trump's Executive Order 14201 threatens to withhold federal funding from schools that allow transgender athletes in women's sports — putting Gwinnett County Public Schools and Georgia Gwinnett College squarely in the crosshairs of federal enforcement.
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Georgia's Riley Gaines Act Bans Transgender Athletes From Female Sports in Gwinnett County Schools
Governor Brian Kemp signed the Riley Gaines Act into law on April 28, 2025, banning transgender students born male from female sports teams in Georgia schools and colleges — including all Gwinnett County Public Schools athletic programs.
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New Era for GCPS? Chelsea Hutchings Defeats Veteran Steve Knudsen for Gwinnett County School Board Seat
Chelsea Hutchings defeats incumbent Steve Knudsen for the Gwinnett County school board, signaling a shift in leadership for Georgia's largest school district.
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Election Integrity Probe: Norcross to Hand-Count Ballots Amid Gwinnett Security Concerns
Norcross officials announce a hand-count for the special election as an election integrity probe scrutinizes Gwinnett County's voting security and resources.
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Election Integrity: Gwinnett Board of Registrations and Elections Certifies District 13 Results
The Gwinnett Board of Registrations and Elections finalized the District 13 special election results in Lawrenceville, emphasizing new state integrity rules.
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Gwinnett County Special Election: Runoffs Set as Voters Demand Accountability
Gwinnett County special election results from July 28 trigger runoffs as Lawrenceville voters prioritize election integrity and government accountability.
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Fighting for Fair Elections: Gwinnett County Voter Roll Challenges Intensify
Gwinnett County voter roll challenges are mounting as activists push for clean lists. Discover how Lawrenceville leaders are handling the integrity debate.
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Gwinnett County Elections 2026: Everything You Need to Know
Gwinnett County elections 2026 decide who runs Georgia's second-largest county, who sits on the school board, and how your tax dollars are spent. Here's what conservative voters need to know.
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Former Duluth Councilman Jamin Harkness Launches Bid for Georgia Senate
Jamin Harkness, a former Duluth city councilman, is taking his local-government résumé to the state Senate — betting that metro Atlanta's outer-ring suburbs reward a jobs-and-safety message.
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Crime & Safety
GBI Investigates After Gwinnett Deputies Shoot New York Fugitive Near Elementary School
A New York murder suspect was shot and captured in Gwinnett County after a five-hour manhunt that locked down two schools. The GBI is now investigating the deputy-involved shooting. The case raises questions about fugitive harboring, school safety protocols, and the use of lethal force by the Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office.
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ICE Arrests Hit Record High in August 2026: What It Means for Duluth and Gwinnett County
ICE arrested 50,925 people nationwide in August 2026 — the third straight monthly record. Here is what accelerating federal immigration enforcement means for Duluth, Gwinnett County, and the agencies that operate there.
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Gwinnett Police Drone Program Takes Flight to Protect Officers
Gwinnett Police roll out a remote drone program to protect officers and locate suspects, sparking discussions on safety and constitutional privacy.
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Gwinnett Sheriff's Sting: 10 Arrested in Lawrenceville Undercover Sting
A major Lawrenceville undercover sting led by the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office resulted in 10 arrests targeting the demand for sexual exploitation.
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TikTok Crime? Gwinnett Police Link Lawrenceville Business Burglaries to Social Media Trend
Gwinnett County Police investigate a series of Lawrenceville business burglaries at Urban Air locations linked to a viral social media trend among juveniles.
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Ten Arrested in Lawrenceville Undercover Sting Targeting Commercial Sexual Exploitation
A Lawrenceville undercover sting led to the arrest of ten men for commercial sexual exploitation, highlighting Gwinnett County's commitment to public safety.
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Norcross ICE Check-In: Army Wife Avoids Immediate Deportation
A Norcross ICE check-in for an Army wife sparks debate over Gwinnett County immigration enforcement and the rule of law in Georgia's military families.
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Operation One Star: 21 Arrested and Stolen Guns Recovered in Gwinnett Multi-Agency Sweep
Operation One Star resulted in 21 arrests and the recovery of stolen guns in Gwinnett County, highlighting proactive law enforcement in Lawrenceville.
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Teen Charged with Attempted Murder in Norcross Gas Station Robbery
A 17-year-old faces attempted murder charges after a Norcross gas station robbery on Singleton Road, sparking calls for stricter juvenile crime laws.
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No Sanctuary: Duluth Police Apprehend Texas Fugitive Hiding in City Park
Duluth police arrest Texas fugitive hiding in a local park, proving that Gwinnett County remains a stronghold for law and order against out-of-state criminals.
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Minnesota Gang Members Sentenced for Deadly Gwinnett County Hit
Two Minnesota gang members received decades-long prison terms Friday in a Gwinnett County gang sentencing that highlights the reach of organized crime.
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Duluth Police Make the Arrest. What Happens Next in Gwinnett County?
Duluth police can arrest a suspect in minutes. But what happens after that person enters Gwinnett County's court system? We examined DA caseloads, jail population, conviction rates, bond laws, and Georgia's rising recidivism rate to trace the path from arrest to resolution — and found significant data gaps along the way.
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Is Duluth, Georgia Safe? What the Crime Data Actually Shows
Duluth PD reported 50%+ drops in burglary, robbery, and vehicle theft in 2024. We examined official crime data, police staffing, budgets, and calls for service to determine whether Duluth is getting safer — and whether police resources are keeping pace with growth.
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Duluth, Georgia Crime Statistics 2026: What the Data Says About Safety in Gwinnett County's Most Diverse City
Duluth, Georgia reported zero murders and a violent crime rate roughly half the national average in 2026, with 7,176 calls for service in March and active traffic enforcement producing fugitive arrests. With a population of 34,167 and a B safety grade from Niche, here is what the data says about crime in one of Gwinnett County's most diverse cities.
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Gwinnett County Crime Statistics 2025: What the Data Says About Safety in Georgia's Second-Largest County
Gwinnett County reported a 25% reduction in homicides in 2024 with a 100% clearance rate, outpacing national declines. With a population exceeding one million, an overall crime rate of 28.21 per 1,000 residents, and a new investment in crime analysts, the data shows a county managing growth while reducing crime. Here is what the numbers say.
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ICE Arrests in Duluth: How Federal Enforcement Is Removing Criminal Aliens from Gwinnett County Streets
ICE arrested 4,500 illegal aliens in Georgia in seven months, including child molesters, drug traffickers, and murderers. In Duluth, a GBI drug bust arrested a local resident for meth possession as part of a fentanyl trafficking ring. The 287(g) program, HB 1105, and Operation Safe Community prove that ICE cooperation is removing criminal aliens from Gwinnett County streets.
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Why ICE Is Good for Gwinnett County: Removing Criminal Aliens Protects Our Community
ICE enforcement in Gwinnett County removes criminal illegal aliens — sex offenders, drug traffickers, and violent criminals — from our neighborhoods. The 287(g) program, HB 1105, and Operation Safe Community prove that cooperation with ICE makes Gwinnett safer.
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Lawrenceville Fatal Shooting: Suspect Arrested as Gwinnett Crime Surges
A Lawrenceville fatal shooting on August 12, 2026, has left one dead and a suspect in custody, sparking new calls for law and order in Gwinnett County.
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Law Enforcement Under Fire: GBI Investigates Fatal Shooting of Armed Teen by Gwinnett Officers
The GBI is investigating a Gwinnett County officer-involved shooting in Snellville after an armed teen fired on police, highlighting the risks faced by local
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Shocking Crime: Man Accused of Abandoning Children During Duluth Carjacking Spree
A suspect is in custody following a Duluth carjacking spree where he allegedly abandoned two young children. Read the full investigation on WorthFighting.org.
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Crisis in the Classroom: Student Wounded in Norcross High School Shooting
A Norcross High School shooting has left one student wounded and a suspect in custody, sparking demands for stricter Gwinnett County school security measures.
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Safety Second? Gwinnett Sheriff’s ‘Sanctuary’ Stance Under Fire After Latest Illegal Alien Arrest
Lawrenceville residents demand accountability as Sheriff Keybo Taylor faces backlash over sanctuary-style policies and Gwinnett County ICE cooperation.
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Gwinnett Jail Reports 100% Spike in ICE Detainers as State Law Mandates Deportation Cooperation
Gwinnett County ICE detainers have surged by 100% as Sheriff Keybo Taylor complies with Georgia's HB 1105, ending years of sanctuary-style policies in
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Law and Order: Gwinnett County Immigration Enforcement Ramps Up Under HB 1105
Gwinnett County immigration enforcement is under the spotlight in Lawrenceville as Sheriff Keybo Taylor implements HB 1105 mandates despite activist protests.
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ICE Enforcement Ramps Up in Gwinnett; Local Activists Sound the Alarm
Local activists in Lawrenceville are demanding an end to Gwinnett County ICE enforcement cooperation following recent arrests, sparking a debate over the rule
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World Cup Policing: 153 Arrested in Massive Gwinnett County Human Trafficking Crackdown
A massive Gwinnett County human trafficking crackdown during the World Cup led to 153 arrests, including illegal aliens and child exploiters in Duluth.
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Rule of Law: Is Gwinnett County ICE Cooperation Sufficient to Protect Residents?
Sheriff Keybo Taylor defends Gwinnett County ICE cooperation levels as conservative advocates demand stricter enforcement of HB 1105 to protect Lawrenceville.
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Buford Child Molestation Arrest: Gwinnett Police Seek More Victims
Gwinnett County police are seeking additional victims following a Buford child molestation arrest involving an 18-year-old suspect linked to youth groups.
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ICE Detainer Gwinnett County: Illegal Alien Charged in Fatal DUI Crash
A Mexican national faces vehicular homicide charges in Gwinnett County after a fatal DUI crash killed Alicia Thomas, prompting a federal ICE detainer.
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Dacula Fatal Shooting Arrest: Murder Charge Follows Violent Bar Escalation
A Dacula fatal shooting arrest follows a deadly bar fight, highlighting the need for law enforcement and self-defense rights in Gwinnett County.
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Manhunt Intensifies for Norcross Homicide Suspect After Apartment Killing
Gwinnett County police continue the search for Norcross homicide suspect Jesus Efren Guerrero Ramirez following a deadly July shooting at Sterling Glen.
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Venezuelan Drug Trafficking Arrest Gwinnett: Border Crisis Hits Home
A major Venezuelan drug trafficking arrest Gwinnett highlights the local dangers of the border crisis as meth and cocaine flood Lawrenceville neighborhoods.
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104 MPH in a 45 Zone: Duluth Police Enforce Law Against Reckless Driving
Duluth police arrested a driver clocked at 104 mph on Peachtree Industrial Boulevard, highlighting the city's commitment to the rule of law and public safety.
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Justice Served: Gwinnett County School Bus Safety in Spotlight After Worker Sentenced for Lewd Acts
Former Gwinnett County school bus worker Steven Edward Wilkins was sentenced for lewd acts near students, sparking a push for Gwinnett County school bus safety.
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Norcross Real Time Crime Center to Launch with $450K Federal Grant
Norcross is set to open a $24 million public safety facility this fall, featuring a high-tech Norcross Real Time Crime Center funded by federal grants.
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Duluth Police Arrest Texas Fugitive: A Victory for Community Safety
The recent Duluth police arrest of a violent Texas fugitive at Abbotts Bridge Park proves that proactive local law enforcement is vital for Gwinnett County.
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Suspect in Custody After Deadly Sunday Morning Shooting in Snellville
Gwinnett County Police apprehended a murder suspect moments after a fatal shooting on Stone Mountain Highway, demonstrating the power of proactive law
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Gwinnett’s Safety Gap: The Push to Restore ICE Cooperation
Sheriff Keybo Taylor’s 2021 decision to scrap Gwinnett’s 287(g) agreement left a hole in local security. Now, Georgia’s HB 1105 offers a path to restore order.
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Duluth Police Credit Proactive Patrols as Crime Falls Sharply
Burglaries down 56%, robberies down 57%, and stolen vehicles down 52% in Duluth as Chief Jacquelyn Carruth pairs community policing with a new Real-Time Crime Center.
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Gwinnett County Sheriff Moves to Rejoin Federal 287(g) Immigration Enforcement Program
Gwinnett County Sheriff Keybo Taylor announced his intention to reapply for the federal 287(g) program, reversing a 2021 decision to withdraw from the immigration enforcement partnership that allows deputies to identify and detain undocumented immigrants booked into the county jail.
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Gwinnett County Authorities Dismantle Human Trafficking Ring Operating Near Duluth Hotels
A multi-agency investigation led by the Gwinnett County Police Department dismantled a human trafficking ring that exploited vulnerable women at hotels near I-85 in Duluth, arresting five suspects and rescuing seven victims in the largest trafficking bust in county history.
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Opinion
Norcross ICE Reporting Center Faces Scrutiny Amid Border Battles
Enforcement operations near the Norcross ICE reporting center ignite fierce community debate over rule of law and sanctuary policies across Gwinnett County.
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Promises Kept? Buford Veterans Call for Prioritizing Those Who Served in Gwinnett County Budget
Buford veterans are sounding the alarm as Gwinnett County’s $2.58 billion budget prioritizes new bureaucratic hubs over direct support for those who served.
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Rule of Law: Federal Norcross Immigration Enforcement Operation Targets Future Police Site
A federal Norcross immigration enforcement operation at the city's new $27 million police site highlights the urgent need for local and federal cooperation.
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Backdoor Tax Hike: Gwinnett Commissioners Reject Rollback Rate
Gwinnett County commissioners voted to maintain the 6.950 millage rate, triggering a Gwinnett County property tax increase for Lawrenceville homeowners in 2026.
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Education
Gwinnett County School Board Budget Dissent Exposes Bloat
Board pushback exposes ballooning expenditures in Gwinnett County Public Schools as taxpayers face surging property reassessments.
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Gwinnett County School Board Appoints New Chief Under Shadow of Past Ethics Violations
The Gwinnett County school board faces scrutiny after appointing Dr. Alexandra Estrella, who previously paid fines for conflict-of-interest violations in NY.
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Parental Pushback Wins: Gwinnett County School Board Curriculum Halt Stops Controversial Course
The Gwinnett County school board curriculum for a controversial Black studies course was halted after intense parental pushback in Suwanee, Georgia.
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Surveillance or Safety? The Impact of Gwinnett County School Security Systems
Gwinnett County Public Schools activates its $20 million weapons detection rollout for the 2026 school year, sparking debate over student privacy and safety.
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Curriculum Victory? Gwinnett County School Board Curriculum Halt Stops Controversial Course
The Gwinnett County school board curriculum debate reaches a turning point as officials pause a controversial Black Studies course amid parental concerns.
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Gwinnett Schools Deploy Unarmed Gwinnett School Security Guards as 'Gap-Filling' Measure
Gwinnett County Public Schools deploy unarmed Gwinnett school security guards as a gap-filling measure following a recent elementary school shooting incident.
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Gwinnett County Weapons Detection Rollout Complete: A New Era of Campus Safety
Gwinnett County weapons detection systems are now active in all middle and high schools, marking a major shift in local campus safety and parental rights.
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The Battle for Gwinnett County School Board: 2026 Elections Loom Large for Parents
As the 2026-2027 school year begins in Suwanee, the Gwinnett County school board faces intense scrutiny over parental rights and a massive $2.8 billion budget.
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Parental Power: Gwinnett County School Board Revokes Suwanee Cell Tower Lease
The Gwinnett County school board revoked a cell tower lease in Suwanee after parents at Parsons Elementary organized to protect their children from radiation.
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Protecting Childhood: Duluth Library Book Challenge Leads Parents to Battle School Board Over 'Graphic' Content
A Duluth library book challenge is heating up as Gwinnett County parents demand the removal of sexually explicit materials from the young adult section.
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Taxpayer Alert: Gwinnett County School Board Moves Forward with 2026 Millage Rate Plan
The Gwinnett County school board finalized the 2026 millage rate this week, leaving the rate unchanged despite rising property assessments in Suwanee.
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Safety First? Gwinnett Parents Demand Accountability as School Discipline Policies Under Fire
As Lawrenceville schools reopen, parents are demanding a return to traditional law and order, citing failures in Gwinnett County school discipline models.
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Gwinnett County School Board Faces Backlash Over Out-of-State Hires
The Gwinnett County school board faces scrutiny as Superintendent Alexandra Estrella imports Connecticut staff, raising fiscal and local accountability
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Gwinnett Teachers Express 'Existential Fear' Over Gwinnett County Immigration Enforcement
Gwinnett County immigration enforcement is facing pushback from local teachers who claim federal law is causing 'existential fear' and absenteeism in schools.
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Parental Rights Win: Gwinnett County School Board Halts Black Studies Course Pending State Approval
The Gwinnett County school board halts the AP Black Studies course to align with state standards, marking a major win for parental rights in Suwanee, Georgia.
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Britt Elementary Principal Keisha Jackson Takes Helm for 2026 School Year
New Britt Elementary principal Keisha Jackson begins her tenure in Snellville as Gwinnett County parents demand high academic standards and parental rights.
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Search for New GCPS Superintendent Moves Forward After Board Ousts Watts
Following the termination of Dr. Calvin Watts, Gwinnett County Public Schools enters a new era under Dr. Alexandra Estrella as parents demand a return to merit.
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Business & Economy
Buford Small Businesses on Alert After Local Accounting Firm Breach
A significant data breach at Forrestall CPAs LLC in Buford has compromised personal files, prompting warnings for Gwinnett County small business owners.
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Gwinnett County Zoning Scam Targets Local Businesses with Fake Fees
Gwinnett County officials are warning Lawrenceville residents about a Gwinnett County zoning scam involving fraudulent emails and fake application approval
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Community
How Duluth, Georgia Became One of the South's Korean-American Hubs
Duluth is ~9% Korean and Gwinnett holds nearly half of Georgia's Korean population. Here's how Pleasant Hill Road became the South's Korean commercial corridor — and how Duluth built a model for welcoming a growing community.
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Infrastructure
Pleasant Hill Road Traffic: What's Being Done About Duluth's Congestion?
Pleasant Hill Road carries 19,000+ vehicles daily through Duluth. Seven major projects in a decade cut delay 43% — but future capacity needs remain unfunded as development continues.
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Duluth's Traffic Crisis: How Gwinnett's Fastest-Growing Corridor Is Choking on Its Own Success
Pleasant Hill Road, Highway 120, and I-85 interchanges in Duluth are buckling under record congestion as Gwinnett County surpasses one million residents. County commissioners have approved millions in intersection and road projects — but residents say relief cannot come fast enough.
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As Gwinnett Tops 1 Million Residents, Duluth Neighbors Ask Who Growth Is For
Gwinnett County crossed 1 million residents this year. In Duluth, the push to redevelop aging retail corridors is running into traffic, flooding, and school-crowding concerns from the people who already live there.
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