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GEORGIA — On the weekend, we present a week in review of the top stories and headlines from across Georgia. Here's a roundup of some of the biggest stories across the state. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on those stories by clicking here.
8 Family Members Among Those Killed In Fiery Crash On Georgia's I-85: Reports
The eight family members who died in a fiery multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 85 in Jackson County have been identified, according to multiple reports. The crash happened Monday on I-85 northbound, south of mile marker 147 in Commerce, the Georgia State Patrol said.
Slain GA Infant's Cause Of Death Released By Police
The parents of 6-month-old Nnakai Pratt both face charges in connection with the infant's death. The child's body was found in a trash bag.
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- Father Of Slain GA Infant Charged With Murder After Court Appearance
- Missing Infant's Body Found, Dad Deemed Suspect In Disappearance: Report
- Missing Infant Taken From GA Community, Police Say
Woman Shot By Police At DeKalb County Apartment Complex: Reports
A woman was shot by police on Tuesday during an armed confrontation at a DeKalb County apartment complex, according to multiple reports citing police.
Man Accused Of Killing And Burying Girlfriend Denied Bond
A Cobb County man who admitted to killing his girlfriend and burying her body will remain in jail while he awaits trial, according to a report.
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4 Dead In Single-Vehicle Crash In GA
A single-vehicle crash left a driver and three passengers dead near a Georgia embankment after the vehicle went off the road and hit an embankment and a tree
Officer Injured, Suspect Arrested In Sandy Springs SWAT Standoff
A suspect is accused of shooting at Sandy Springs officers, injuring one of them, according to police. Both the officer and the suspect were taken to the hospital.
Family IDs Girl, 6, Who Died On Field Trip: Report
The 6-year-old girl who died while on a field trip to a farm last week has been identified. The student was found unresponsive in an adult swimming pool at a house next to the farm.
Amazon Hiring Thousands In GA Ahead Of Holiday Season
Online retail giant Amazon recently announced that the company plans to hire 250,000 people to fill various positions this holiday season, including thousands in Georgia. According to the company, Amazon plans to add 10,500 seasonal workers in the state.
GA Rep. Dies After Battle With Cancer
The Georgia state representative who died of cancer was remembered as a passionate leader who advocated for children and survivors of domestic violence.
60 Displaced In Apartment Blaze
A fire that started on a deck caused an apartment building's evacuation and the displacement of 60 people.
Police Shooting Kills Man In Buckhead
An argument at a dice bar led to a deadly police shooting Saturday night near Irby Avenue Northwest and Caine Hill Place, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation said.
2 Seriously Injured When F-150 Rear-Ends SUV
Two people suffered head injuries when a Ford F-150 rear-ended a Kia SUV, causing the SUV to overturn.
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