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Update: Verdict in for Gainesville man accused of stabbing 64-year-old neighbor to deathLogan Ryan Plumley, 22, was accused of fatally stabbing his neighbor John Tracy Hill at the Legacy at Walton Summit apartments in November 2024.11 hours ago -
Gainesville man on trial for murder told investigators he acted in self-defense in stabbing of wheelchair-bound neighborA Gainesville man accused of killing his wheelchair-bound neighbor at a Hall County apartment complex admitted inflicting the man’s fatal injuries but claimed he acted in self-defense, as jurors this week heard testimony about the stabbing, blood evidence found in the building and efforts to destroy potential evidence afterward.May 13, 2026 -
Gainesville man, 82, arrested on child molestation chargeAn 82-year-old Gainesville man was arrested this week on a child molestation charge following a Hall County Sheriff’s Office investigation that began earlier this year.May 12, 2026 -
'She stole far more than one man's future': Dentist sentenced to life in murder at Lake Lanier homeA Hall County judge sentenced retired St. Simons Island dentist Suzanne Mericle to life in prison with the possibility of parole after 30 years Monday, rejecting her argument that years of alleged domestic abuse and PTSD significantly contributed to the fatal shooting of her boyfriend, 68-year-old James David Barron, at the couple’s Lake Lanier home.May 11, 2026 -
Prosecutors add two DUI drug charges against suspended Hall County Sheriff Gerald CouchAn April 24 accusation filed in Hall County State Court adds two DUI drug-related charges against suspended Hall County Sheriff Gerald Couch, expanding allegations tied to his February arrest.May 10, 2026 -
It’s Zach Propes’ last day as Hall County administrator. What we know about his departure and the search to replace himHall County commissioners are leaning toward hiring an outside search firm to help find the county’s next administrator as Zach Propes leaves office with little public explanation for his departure.May 9, 2026 -
Update: ID released of man killed after crashing into semi-truck on Ga. 365A man was killed early Friday morning after crashing into the back of a stopped semi-truck on Ga. 365, according to the Hall County Sheriff’s Office.May 8, 2026 -
Gainesville trolley returns with expanded weekend hours. Here are the details.The City of Gainesville is bringing back its free downtown trolley service this weekend, offering expanded evening hours and new route options aimed at connecting more residents and visitors to the city’s nightlife and entertainment district.May 7, 2026 -
Judge advances case against Duluth man accused of stabbing his father, rejecting defense's timeline challengeA Hall County magistrate judge on Wednesday, May 6, found probable cause to send the case of a Duluth man accused of stabbing his father to Superior Court,May 7, 2026 -
Flowery Branch man arrested on home invasion, stalking chargesA Flowery Branch man was arrested Tuesday, May 5, after authorities say he forced his way into a home while armed with a knife and threatened a victim he had been ordered to avoid.May 7, 2026