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"Atlanta City Councilman Jason Dozier at the Mechanicsville Reunion event, site of recent gun violence, highlighting community safety concerns in Mechanicsville neighborhood."

Atlanta Community Reunion Marred by Gun Violence as City Councilman Calls for Action

Aug 18, 2024

On Saturday night following the Mechanicsville Reunion, gunfire erupted near Rosa L. Burney Park, injuring five people, including three teen ... read more

Alt text: "Former employees of Appletree Learning Center in DeKalb County, Atlanta, plead guilty to child abuse charges, highlighting the disturbing case involving 13 young victims aged 6 months to 3 years. The courtroom scene captures the

DeKalb County Day Care Workers Plead Guilty to Shocking Child Abuse Charges Affecting 13 Victims

Aug 18, 2024

Three former employees of the Appletree Learning Center and Academy in Stone Mountain, DeKalb County, pleaded guilty to child abuse charges ... read more

"Georgia State Capitol evacuated due to email threat, with K-9 teams from Georgia Tech and Georgia World Congress Center assisting police, ensuring safety and security in Atlanta."

Georgia State Capitol Evacuated Due to Email Threat But All Clear Issued Shortly After

Aug 18, 2024

The Georgia State Capitol was evacuated on Thursday afternoon due to an email threat received shortly before 2 p.m. Officers from the Georgi ... read more

Alt text: "Forsyth County Sheriff's deputies at the scene of a fatal shooting during an arrest warrant operation on Cedar Drive, Banks County, Atlanta. Two individuals were shot and killed as authorities attempted to apprehend a sex offender violating probation conditions. G

Deputies Involved in Fatal Shooting While Serving Warrant in Banks County Investigated by GBI

Jul 19, 2024

On Tuesday, deputies from the Forsyth County Sheriff's Office shot and killed two individuals while serving a felony arrest warrant for a se ... read more

"Atlanta crime scene on Hardee Street where a 66-year-old man was shot during a dispute over a basketball hitting his grill, highlighting local violence and community safety concerns."

Basketball Dispute Leads to Shooting in Edgewood Neighborhood of Atlanta

Jul 19, 2024

A 66-year-old man was shot in the abdomen during an argument over a basketball that repeatedly hit his grill late Sunday night in the 1500 b ... read more

"East Point firefighters battling flames and smoke at The Park at Galaway Apartments after a massive fire displaced 75 residents in Atlanta, Georgia, on Wednesday afternoon. Fire crews responded to reports of explosions and extensive fire damage affecting 18 apartment units."

Massive Fire at East Point Apartments Displaces 75 Residents and Leaves Firefighters Battling Hot Spots

Jul 19, 2024

On Thursday morning, East Point firefighters continued to address hot spots from a massive fire that destroyed several apartments at The Par ... read more

"Image of Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis, linked to Thomas Matthew Crooks' phone investigation in Atlanta crime news, highlighting the political tensions surrounding the Trump assassination attempt and threats against Willis."

Fulton County DA Fani Willis Linked to Trump Assassination Suspect's Phone Photos Raising Security Concerns

Jul 19, 2024

At least one photo of Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis was found on the phone of Thomas Matthew Crooks, who is accused of attempt ... read more

Alt text: "Atlanta police chase scene showing the northside wall of Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway where a suspect jumped off the bridge after fleeing from a traffic stop, leading to serious injuries and hospitalization at Grady Memorial Hospital."

Suspect Hospitalized After Dramatic Bridge Jump During High-Speed Chase in Atlanta

Jul 19, 2024

A suspect was hospitalized with serious injuries after jumping off a bridge during a police chase in northwest Atlanta on Thursday. The chas ... read more

"Clayton County deputy struck by car at crash scene on Forest Parkway, highlighting the dangers faced by law enforcement during emergency responses; image shows damaged patrol vehicle and emergency responders on site."

Deputy Struck by Car at Clayton County Crash Scene After Three-Vehicle Wreck Injures Two Deputies and Detainee

Jul 19, 2024

On Thursday evening in Clayton County, a deputy was struck by a car while responding to a previous three-vehicle crash that injured two othe ... read more

"Scene of tragic discovery: Family members found 16-year-old Mia Campos, a pregnant Gwinnett County teen, dead in a wooded area near Stephens Road, highlighting the ongoing investigation into her homicide. Authorities are seeking public assistance in this heartbreaking case

Gwinnett County Teen Found Dead in Wooded Area Identified as Homicide Victim and Expecting Mother

Jul 19, 2024

A pregnant 16-year-old, Mia Campos, was found dead in a wooded area in Gwinnett County on Monday, with the Gwinnett Medical Examiner's Offic ... read more

Alt text: "State Senator Emanuel Jones discusses new legislation targeting illegal street racing and street takeovers in Atlanta, emphasizing the importance of holding spectators accountable to reduce reckless behavior and enhance public safety."

New Georgia Law Targets Spectators in Street Racing Crackdown to Combat Reckless Behavior in Atlanta

Jul 19, 2024

In October 2023, a new Georgia law took effect that allows law enforcement to charge individuals with misdemeanors for knowingly attending o ... read more

"Atlanta police canvassing South Downtown for clues in the beating death of homeless man Jeylani Mohamed, highlighting ongoing investigation into suspect with tattoo, captured on MARTA surveillance video."

Atlanta Police Release New Details in Beating Death of Homeless Man as Hunt for Suspect Intensifies

Jul 19, 2024

Atlanta police provided updates on the beating death of 41-year-old Jeylani Mohamed, a homeless man, who was attacked on June 18. Officers a ... read more

Alt text: "John Woodbury, 34, arrested for making interstate threats against FBI Director Christopher Wray, captured in a police booking photo. The Roswell man faces federal charges after posting violent messages on 4chan.org, threatening Wray

Roswell Man Faces Federal Charges for Threatening FBI Director Christopher Wray on 4chan

Jul 19, 2024

A Roswell man, John Woodbury, 34, is facing federal charges for making interstate threats against FBI Director Christopher Wray and others, ... read more

"Emergency responders at the scene of a fatal multivehicle wreck on I-85 South in Gwinnett County, Atlanta, blocking all lanes for five hours after a major traffic collision involving two vehicles."

Tragic Multivehicle Wreck on I-85 South in Gwinnett Leaves One Dead and Blocks Traffic for Hours

Jul 19, 2024

A multivehicle wreck on I-85 South in Gwinnett County resulted in one fatality and blocked all lanes for approximately five hours on Sunday ... read more

Alt text: "Gwinnett County police investigate the scene of a domestic violence shooting on Glen Summit Lane, where 61-year-old Johnita Weaver was found dead and 52-year-old suspect Allen Dumas was injured from a self-inflicted gun

Gwinnett County Man Charged with Murder After Domestic Violence Incident Leaves One Dead and Suspect Wounded

Jul 19, 2024

On Thursday, a Gwinnett County man, 52-year-old Allen Dumas of Snellville, allegedly killed 61-year-old Johnita Weaver before attempting to ... read more

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