Crime

Our sister publication, The Journal-Reporter, Zebulon, and WSB TV have confirmed that Griffin circuit Judge Paschal English has resigned. [Full Story »] 

Griffin circuit Judge Johnnie L. Caldwell Jr. of Thomaston has resigned his post, effective April 23.

UPDATE: There are reports emanating from Atlanta media sources that at least one investigator from the Georgia Judicial Qualifications Commission was at courthouses in the circuit today with regard to an investigation. Additionally, Caldwell has signed an agreement with the JQC to never seek office again."

GBI public affairs officer John Bankhead said Tuesday evening his office is not yet involved in any investigation into Judge Caldwell.

Pike sheriff Jimmy Thomas reported late Tuesday his office is not involved in any investigation involving Caldwell and a former county employee Caldwell sentenced for sexual battery just days ago. [Full Story »] 

Griffin police have issued a lookout for the suspect in a murder on Quilly Street over the weekend. [Full Story »] 

Barnesville police raided a gambling house at 130 Matthews Street late Friday night and made eight arrests for gambling and narcotics possession.
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Spalding County authorities are investigating the Friday shooting of a four-year-old child. [Full Story »]