The Clayton County Police Department has responded to at least 200 pedestrian vehicle accidents since 2015, Capt. Angelo Daniel said. Read the full article: Clayton News Daily
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Quality of care is top priority for Southern Regional CEO
Reducing wait times in the emergency department and improving the quality of care are two top goals for the new CEO of Southern Regional Medical Center — goals she said are already within reach. Read the full article: Clayton News-Daily
Jonesboro psychiatrist indicted over patient overdoses
A Clayton County Superior Court grand jury indicted a former Jonesboro psychiatrist for three counts of felony murder and 59 counts of unauthorized distribution of a controlled substance which allegedly resulted in his clients’ deaths. Read the full article: Clayton News Daily
Officials discuss addressing kids’ mental health care
Emily Pelton, executive director of Voices for Georgia’s Children, spoke at a forum about challenges facing children with behavioral and mental health issues precipitated by trauma in their lives. Read the full article: Clayton News Daily
Georgia legislators want more school recess
Georgia’s House of Representatives voted overwhelmingly in favor of House Resolution 1342, requesting more time for unstructured play in schools. Read the full article: Clayton News Daily
4th-grader produces anti-bullying film
The film started as an idea in the mind of a 9-year-old who had just heard a lesson on how to identify and combat bullying. Read the full article: Clayton News Daily
Waites pre-files bill to amend new fireworks law
State Rep. Keisha Waites pre-filed legislation to amend House Bill 110 by changing the times and locations in which consumer fireworks can be used. Read the full article: Clayton News Daily