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Alt text: "Atlanta police respond to Children's Healthcare of Atlanta after a bomb threat was reported at Hughes Spalding hospital, highlighting the rise in online threats and hoax calls affecting schools and hospitals across Georgia and the nation."

Georgia University and Atlanta Hospital Targeted by Unfounded Threats Amid Rising Hoax Calls

Aug 27, 2025

On Wednesday morning, a bomb threat was reported at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta's Hughes Spalding hospital, prompting a swift response ... read more

"Seized firearms and drugs displayed on a table during a press conference highlighting the Athens-area bust, which involved 26 firearms, a grenade launcher, and nearly $1 million in drugs including cocaine and fentanyl, as part of Operation Take Back America

Massive Drug Bust in Athens Nets 17 Arrests and Seizes Grenade Launcher and Nearly 1 Million in Drugs and Cash

Aug 27, 2025

Federal prosecutors announced the seizure of a grenade launcher, 26 firearms, and nearly $1 million in drugs and cash during an Athens-area ... read more

"Atlanta CDC Director Susan Monarez resigns after less than a month in office, amid controversy over vaccine regulation changes under the Trump administration. Image shows Monarez addressing CDC staff, highlighting the impact of her departure on local health workers and the community."

CDC Director Susan Monarez Resigns After Less Than a Month Sparking Concerns Over Vaccine Regulation Changes

Aug 27, 2025

Susan Monarez, the newly confirmed director of the Atlanta-based Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, is leaving her position after l ... read more

Alt text: "Georgia State Trooper AJ Scott in uniform driving at high speed during a rainy night in Carroll County, highlighting the tragic crash that resulted in the deaths of two teenagers and led to his conviction for vehicular homicide and serious injury by vehicle

Former Georgia State Trooper Found Guilty of Vehicular Homicide Nearly a Decade After Fatal Crash in Carroll County

Aug 27, 2025

On August 18, 2025, former Georgia State trooper Anthony "AJ" Scott was found guilty on five of six charges, including vehicular homicide, a ... read more

Alt text: "Fulton County Sheriff Patrick Labat addresses Atlanta City Council, warning of increased violence and deaths if the lease for housing county inmates at the Atlanta City Detention Center is terminated, amidst ongoing issues of overcrowding and dangerous conditions at the

Fulton County Sheriff Warns City Council Ending Jail Lease Will Lead to More Deaths and Violence

Aug 27, 2025

Fulton County Sheriff Patrick Labat warned Atlanta City Council members that ending the lease for housing county inmates at the Atlanta City ... read more

"Ken Rosskopf, an accomplished Atlanta attorney and cycling advocate, tragically dies in a bicycle accident at the intersection of Clairemont Avenue and Ponce de Leon Place in Decatur, Georgia, highlighting the dangers faced by cyclists on the roads."

Beloved Atlanta Attorney Ken Rosskopf Dies After Bicycle Collision in Decatur

Aug 26, 2025

Ken Rosskopf, an 85-year-old attorney from metro Atlanta known for his passion for bicycling law and safety, died following a collision with ... read more

"Fulton County jury deliberates in the cold case murder trial of Christopher Wolfenbarger, who was acquitted of killing his wife, Melissa Dawn Wolfenbarger, after decades of investigation and circumstantial evidence. The trial showcased the challenges

Fulton County Jury Acquits Man in Cold Case Murder of Young Wife After 27 Years of Legal Battles

Aug 26, 2025

A Fulton County jury acquitted Christopher Wolfenbarger last week of murder charges related to the cold case killing of his wife, Melissa Da ... read more

Alt text: "18-year-old Jeremy Marshall, indicted for his alleged involvement in a gang-related shooting during Albany State University's homecoming weekend, faces multiple charges including murder. The incident, which resulted in the death of 19-year-old De'Mar

Albany State University Shooting Suspect Indicted on 29 Charges Including Murder Amid Gang Violence Concerns

Aug 25, 2025

An 18-year-old, Jeremy Marshall, has been indicted on 29 charges, including three counts of murder, related to a shooting during Albany Stat ... read more

Alt text: "Malachi Matthew Perkins, 23, convicted of felony murder in the shooting death of 16-year-old Davone Burnett over a drug deal gone wrong in Lawrenceville, Gwinnett County, Atlanta."

Gwinnett County Man Sentenced to Life in Prison for Fatal Shooting Over 8 Dollars and Marijuana Deal

Aug 22, 2025

On December 12, 2020, Malachi Matthew Perkins, 23, was involved in a shooting that resulted in the death of 16-year-old Davone Burnett in La ... read more

Alt text: "Governor Brian Kemp appoints a three-person panel to evaluate Cobb County Clerk Connie Taylor's future amid her criminal indictment for destruction of public records and violating her oath of office, following allegations of misconduct and improper handling of passport processing fees."

Panel to Decide Fate of Cobb County Clerk Connie Taylor Amid Criminal Charges for Document Destruction

Aug 22, 2025

Gov. Brian Kemp has established a three-person panel to evaluate whether Cobb County Superior Court Clerk Connie Taylor should remain in her ... read more

Alt text: "Emergency responders at the Richard B. Russell Federal Building in downtown Atlanta, where a suspicious package was investigated and deemed a hoax. Firefighters and law enforcement officers create a large presence as they respond to the scene, highlighting the swift

Suspicious Package at Richard B Russell Federal Building Turns Out to Be Hoax in Atlanta

Aug 22, 2025

On Friday afternoon, a suspicious package found at the Richard B. Russell Federal Building in downtown Atlanta was determined to be a hoax, ... read more

**Alt text:** "Gloria and Gary Moss, Atlanta couple victims of a financial scam, share their story after the conviction of Audrey Michelle Townsend, the scammer who stole nearly $50,000 from their Chase Bank account. The couple discusses the

Atlanta Couple Recovers Nearly 50000 After Scam Conviction Sends Fraudster to Prison

Aug 22, 2025

Gloria and Gary Moss, residents of Gwinnett County, successfully recovered nearly $50,000 after falling victim to a financial scam in Februa ... read more

"Half-staff flags at the Georgia State Capitol in DeKalb County honor fallen DeKalb County police officer David Rose, who was killed in the CDC shooting. The memorial service, attended by law enforcement agencies from metro Atlanta, reflects the community

DeKalb County Mourns Fallen Officer David Rose as Flags Fly Half-Staff for Memorial Service

Aug 22, 2025

Flags will be flown at half-staff on Friday as the community honors David Rose, the DeKalb County police officer who was killed during the a ... read more

Alt text: "Cobb County police officer Matthew Clements Abbott, 36, arrested for child exploitation charges including distribution of obscene material and public indecency, as part of a GBI investigation into child sexual abuse material."

Cobb County Police Officer Arrested in Child Exploitation Investigation Shocking Allegations Unfold

Aug 22, 2025

On Thursday, Cobb County police officer Matthew Clements Abbott, 36, was arrested and charged with distribution of obscene material, public ... read more

"Atlanta courtroom scene during the trial of Edrick Faust, accused of the 2001 murder of University of Georgia law student Tara Baker, with defense attorney Ahmad R. Crews discussing case files and evidence in front of Judge Lisa Lott."

Trial Delayed for Edrick Faust in 2001 Murder of UGA Law Student Tara Baker Set to Begin in January

Aug 22, 2025

ATHENS — The trial of Edrick Faust, charged with the 2001 murder of University of Georgia law student Tara Baker, has been rescheduled to Ja ... read more

**Alt Text:** Atlanta police officer Muhammad Muhammad arrested for sexual assault charges, standing in front of police headquarters, highlighting the ongoing issues of misconduct within the Atlanta Police Department amid recent criminal allegations against officers.

Atlanta Police Officer Arrested and Fired for Alleged Sexual Assault and Extortion During Massage Appointment

Aug 22, 2025

An Atlanta police officer, Muhammad Muhammad, was arrested and fired on Thursday following allegations of sexual assault made by a massage t ... read more

Alt text: "William Brent Hinds, cofounder and former lead guitarist of Atlanta heavy metal band Mastodon, tragically killed in a motorcycle crash at Memorial Drive and Boulevard in Atlanta. Hinds was riding a Harley-Davidson when a BMW

Tragic Loss for Atlanta Music Scene as Mastodon Cofounder Brent Hinds Dies in Motorcycle Accident

Aug 21, 2025

William Brent Hinds, the cofounder and former lead guitarist of the Atlanta-based heavy metal band Mastodon, died in a motorcycle crash on W ... read more

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