Double Murder Case Resolved: Kennesaw Man Found Guilty in Lawrenceville

 GDP Script/ Top Stories for Feb 14th  

Publish Date:  Feb 13th

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Today is Wednesday, February 14th and Happy 51st Birthday to Matchbox 20’s Rob Thomas.

***02.14.24 – BIRTHDAY – ROB THOMAS***

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Double Murder Case Resolved: Kennesaw Man Found Guilty in Lawrenceville
Suspected Shoplifter's Aim: Selling Stolen Tools for Basic Necessities
Study Reveals: Bullied Teens at Higher Risk of Experiencing Psychotic Episodes

Plus, my conversation with Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on microwave meals.

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STORY 1: Kennesaw Man Convicted In Lawrenceville Double Murder Case

Steven Tran, a 23-year-old man from Cobb County, has been handed dual life sentences plus five years without the possibility of parole. The sentencing comes after Tran was found guilty of a double murder and threatening another person during a drug transaction in 2020. The charges against him included malice murder, felony murder, aggravated assault, and possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony. Tran had planned to purchase marijuana from An Ha and Julian Talbo but instead robbed them and ended their lives at a residence in Lawrenceville. He also menaced a woman with a firearm. Following the collection of substantial evidence, Tran confessed, leading to his conviction. Gwinnett County District Attorney Patsy Austin-Gatson expressed her contentment in bringing justice to the victims' families.

STORY 2: Shoplifting Suspect Wanted To Sell Stolen Tools To Make Money For Food, Lodging

Kevin Elam, a 36-year-old Indianapolis native, was caught attempting to steal DeWalt power tools from an Ace Hardware store near Loganville. His intention was to sell the stolen items to fund his food and shelter needs. Despite making a getaway in a Nissan Rouge, diligent store employees were able to provide the police with a detailed vehicle description and tag number. Surveillance camera analysts located the vehicle and relayed the information to the officers, resulting in Elam's arrest just 8.2 miles from the store. The stolen tools, valued at $1,271, were recovered. Elam admitted to the theft, attributing it to financial strain, and is currently being held in Gwinnett County Jail on a felony theft by shoplifting charge, with a bond set at $4,600.

STORY 3: Bullied teens more at risk of suffering psychotic episodes

Recent research has unveiled that teenagers who are victims of bullying are more prone to experiencing early psychotic episodes. This is attributed to reduced glutamate levels, a neurotransmitter that controls emotions in the brain's anterior cingulate cortex (ACC). The study, published in Molecular Psychiatry, suggests that focusing on glutamate could decrease the likelihood of psychotic disorders in bullied teens. Psychosis, defined by a disconnection from reality and hallucinations, is linked with altered glutamate levels. Researchers from the University of Tokyo used magnetic resonance spectroscopy to evaluate glutamate levels in adolescents, establishing a correlation between bullying experiences and subclinical psychotic symptoms. The lead author, Dr. Naohiro Okada, advocates for anti-bullying initiatives and mental health support as preventative strategies. Non-drug interventions like cognitive behavioral therapy could rectify neurotransmitter imbalances in bullied adolescents.

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STORY 4: Ex-beauty queen inspiring other women experiencing hair loss

Dr. Bhasha Mukherjee, a former Miss England winner, has come forward about her own struggles with female-pattern baldness during her reign. Mukherjee, who resorted to using eye shadow and hair extensions to cover up thinning hair, is now dedicated to breaking down stigmas associated with the topic. She stresses the unrealistic beauty expectations placed on women and advocates for open conversations about hair loss, challenging the prevalent notion that femininity is tied to voluminous hair. Mukherjee also shines a light on how modern lifestyle factors can affect hair health and welcomes the idea of a hair loss brand sponsoring the Miss England pageant, marking a progressive step towards addressing the issue.

STORY 5: These kids are first in world to get special Marvel superhero bionic arms

Kaden Taylor and Safiyyah Uddin, two British children born with partial limbs, have become the world's first recipients of Spider-Man-themed bionic prosthetics. The innovative prosthetics, a result of a collaboration between Marvel and Disney and manufactured by Open Bionics, are 3D-printed and equipped with myoelectric sensors that respond to muscle contractions. Safiyyah is delighted with her pink Hero Arm, which mirrors Spider-Woman, and is now able to perform tasks using both hands. Kaden, who was initially reluctant about prosthetics, has enthusiastically adopted his Spider-Man Hero Arm, significantly boosting his confidence and enabling him to participate in activities such as bike riding. Open Bionics has plans to develop more superhero-themed prosthetics and is currently searching for a candidate with a limb difference to represent "Miles Morales" in their upcoming project.

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STORY 6: LEAH MCGRATH

And now here is my conversation with Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on microwave meals.

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***LEAH MCGRATH INERVIEW***

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