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"Antonio Sumlin, also known as Obama, in a DeKalb County courtroom, as authorities seek to revoke his probation in the ongoing Young Thug gang case, highlighting the complexities of Atlanta's longest criminal trial related to gang activity and RICO

Plea Deal Defendant Faces Prison After Shoplifting Arrest in Young Thug Gang Case

Oct 28, 2024

Authorities are seeking to imprison Antonio Sumlin, also known as Obama, after his arrest on a misdemeanor shoplifting charge in DeKalb Coun ... read more

"Georgia Supreme Court ruling reversing contempt order against Young Thug's lawyer Brian Steel in Atlanta gang trial, highlighting judicial misconduct and attorney-client privilege issues."

Georgia Supreme Court Reverses Contempt Order Against Young Thug's Lawyer in Landmark Gang Trial

Oct 28, 2024

The Georgia Supreme Court on Tuesday reversed a contempt order against Young Thug's lawyer, Brian Steel, in the rapper's ongoing gang and ra ... read more

"Traffic moving smoothly again on I-285 in Dunwoody after big rig crash and fire closure, with vehicles passing the reopened westbound lanes post-accident."

I285 Traffic Resumes After Big Rig Crash and Fire in Dunwoody

Oct 28, 2024

Traffic has resumed on I-285 in Dunwoody after a big rig crash and fire closed all westbound lanes early Tuesday morning. The incident occur ... read more

"Image of Lita McClinton Sullivan's Buckhead home, where she was tragically murdered in 1987, highlighting the infamous Atlanta crime case that took nearly 20 years to solve. The case, involving her multimillionaire ex-h

Unraveling a Cold Case: The Shocking Murder of Lita McClinton Sullivan and Its Twisted Aftermath

Oct 28, 2024

On January 16, 1987, Lita McClinton Sullivan was murdered in her Buckhead home by a gunman hired by her husband, James Sullivan, as they wer ... read more

"Chicago rapper Lil Durk, arrested in Florida for alleged murder-for-hire plot, has ties to Atlanta following previous criminal charges related to a 2019 shooting. Image shows Lil Durk performing on stage, highlighting his influence in the drill rap

Lil Durk Arrested in Florida Linked to Alleged Murder-for-Hire Plot Amid Ongoing Legal Troubles

Oct 28, 2024

Chicago rapper Lil Durk, born Durk Banks, was arrested in Florida on Thursday in connection with an alleged murder-for-hire plot, as reporte ... read more

Alt text: "Scene of a robbery in South Fulton, Atlanta, where homeowner Dallis Coleman confronted armed suspects, leading to a vehicle pursuit and shooting. Police investigate the area near Brookwood View and Inkberry Drive after the incident on Friday afternoon."

Homeowner Involved in Dramatic South Fulton Vehicle Pursuit and Shooting After Armed Robbery

Oct 28, 2024

A robbery at a South Fulton home on Friday afternoon escalated into a vehicle pursuit and shooting, resulting in at least one suspect being ... read more

"Scene of hit-and-run crash near Taco Bell in Old Fourth Ward, Atlanta, where a woman was killed by a gold Jeep on Ponce de Leon Avenue, prompting police investigation."

Woman Killed in Hit and Run Near Taco Bell in Old Fourth Ward Atlanta

Oct 28, 2024

A woman was killed in a hit-and-run crash near a Taco Bell in the Old Fourth Ward on Sunday evening, according to police. Officers responded ... read more

Alt text: "Firefighters battling a massive blaze at a Cobb County home on Jamerson Forest Circle, where one person was found dead inside the burning structure. The fire, reported around 9:20 p.m., is under investigation by local authorities

Cobb County Fire Claims Life as Investigators Probe Cause of Blaze

Oct 28, 2024

One person was found dead Friday evening inside a burning home in the 4700 block of Jamerson Forest Circle in Cobb County. Firefighters resp ... read more

"Coffee County deputies discover 18 decomposing bodies, including children, in a cooler at Johnson Funeral Home during eviction proceedings in South Georgia, highlighting grave violations in funeral home practices."

Gruesome Discovery: 18 Decomposing Bodies Found in South Georgia Funeral Home During Eviction Process

Oct 28, 2024

Deputies serving an eviction notice at Johnson Funeral Home in Douglas, Georgia, discovered 18 decomposing bodies, including those of childr ... read more

"Douglas County sheriff’s deputies arrest Tyvawn Williams, 33, for murder in connection with the fatal shooting of Ansari Smith in Atlanta's Brookwood neighborhood on October 15, 2022. Williams faces multiple charges including aggravated assault and

Douglas County Deputies Arrest Suspect in Northwest Atlanta Murder Two Years After Fatal Shooting

Oct 28, 2024

Authorities in Douglas County arrested 33-year-old Tyvawn Williams on multiple charges, including murder, related to the fatal shooting of 2 ... read more

Alt text: "DeKalb County courthouse exterior, where Pedro Silva-Renteria was convicted of murder for the fatal shooting of transgender woman Sophie Vasquez in Brookhaven, Atlanta, in 2021."

Teenager Convicted of Murder in Death of Transgender Woman in Brookhaven Apartment Shooting

Oct 16, 2024

Pedro Silva-Renteria, 21, was convicted of murder on October 26, 2023, for the fatal shooting of 36-year-old Sophie Vasquez in her Brookhave ... read more

Alt text: "Gwinnett County Jail incident scene showing law enforcement officers responding to a shooting involving a suspect with a gun outside the facility on University Parkway in Lawrenceville, Atlanta. The image captures the tense atmosphere as deputies investigate the situation, ensuring

Suspect Injured After Shooting at Gwinnett County Jail Deputies in Dramatic Confrontation

Oct 16, 2024

On Monday, a suspect armed with a gun fired multiple shots at deputies outside the Gwinnett County Jail in Lawrenceville, prompting the depu ... read more

Fulton County DA Fani Willis Backs Lead Prosecutor Adriane Love Amid Young Thug Trial Criticism

Oct 16, 2024

Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis expressed strong support for lead prosecutor Adriane Love amid criticism regarding the ongoing g ... read more

"Scene of a fiery multivehicle crash on I-20 in Fulton County, Atlanta, involving an alleged wrong-way driver in a Maserati; debris scattered across the interstate and caution tape surrounding a mangled white sedan and an overturned vehicle,

Serious Injuries in Fiery Wrong-Way Crash on I-20 in Fulton County Early Wednesday Morning

Oct 16, 2024

An alleged wrong-way driver crashed into another vehicle on I-20 in Fulton County early Wednesday morning, resulting in serious injuries to ... read more

"Off-duty Atlanta police officer involved in shooting incident outside Five Points MARTA station, downtown Atlanta, where an armed suspect was arrested after a foot chase, highlighting recent surge in local crime."

Off-Duty Atlanta Officer Involved in Shooting Incident with Armed Suspect Near Five Points MARTA Station

Oct 16, 2024

On Monday evening, an off-duty Atlanta police officer discharged his weapon at an armed suspect during an encounter near the Five Points MAR ... read more

"Rockdale County Public Schools extends remote learning due to safety concerns from the BioLab chemical plant fire in Conyers, Atlanta. Image shows a classroom set up for virtual learning, highlighting the impact of the ongoing safety measures on students and staff."

Rockdale County Schools Extend Remote Learning Due to Chemical Plant Fire Safety Concerns

Oct 16, 2024

Rockdale County Public Schools is extending remote learning until October 18 due to safety concerns following a fire at the BioLab chemical ... read more

"Scene of deadly three-vehicle crash on I-75 in Cobb County, Atlanta, caused by speeding driver during Hurricane Helene; image shows damaged vehicles and emergency responders at the accident site."

Deadly I-75 Crash During Hurricane Helene Blamed on Speeding Driver with Bald Tires

Oct 16, 2024

Kazi Sihan Hossain, of Atlanta, was involved in a fatal three-vehicle crash on I-75 in Cobb County on September 27, attributed to driving to ... read more

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