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"Savannah Chrisley at The White House advocating for her parents' pardon, holding a lunch menu from the West Wing during her visit to Washington D.C., amidst ongoing federal fraud and tax evasion case involving Todd and Julie Chrisley."

Savannah Chrisley Pushes for Parents Pardon During White House Visit Amid Ongoing Legal Battle

Feb 28, 2025

Savannah Chrisley visited The White House this week as part of her efforts to secure a pardon for her parents, Todd and Julie Chrisley, who ... read more

"Body found floating in Lake Lanier near Six Mile Creek Park boat ramp, Forsyth County, prompting investigation by deputies and law enforcement officials, with no foul play suspected - Atlanta crime news."

Body Discovered Floating in Lake Lanier Sparks Investigation by Deputies

Feb 28, 2025

Deputies are investigating the discovery of a man's body floating in Lake Lanier near the Six Mile Creek Park boat ramp in Forsyth County on ... read more

"Image of a charred home in Austell, Cobb County, where a tragic fire claimed the lives of Andrea Nall, her mother Michelle Lacroix, and eight pets, following domestic violence incidents involving Robert Colt Smith, who was convicted of

Cobb County Man Convicted of Murder and Arson After Deadly Fire Claims Lives of Mother and Grandmother

Feb 27, 2025

Robert Colt Smith, 32, was convicted of two counts of felony murder and one count of first-degree arson for a fire that killed Andrea Nall, ... read more

"DeKalb County Superior Court Judge Stacey Hydrick resigns from Judicial Qualifications Commission amid backlash over controversial social media comments regarding Gaza civilians and the October 7 Hamas attack, highlighting tensions in local and national discussions on judicial conduct and public statements."

DeKalb County Judge Resigns from Judicial Watchdog Role Amid Controversy Over Gaza Comments

Feb 27, 2025

On Thursday, Superior Court Judge Stacey Hydrick of DeKalb County announced her resignation as investigative chair of the Judicial Qualifica ... read more

Alt text: "Scene of the fatal shooting at JMR Tires on Jonesboro Road in southeast Atlanta, where one person was killed and another critically injured. Investigation ongoing by Atlanta police in the Orchard Knob neighborhood."

Shooting at Tire Shop in Southeast Atlanta Leaves One Dead and Another Critical, Investigation Underway

Feb 27, 2025

One person was killed and another is in critical condition following a shooting on Thursday at JMR Tires located at 2995 Jonesboro Road in s ... read more

"Former U.S. Customs officer Ivan Van Beverhoudt convicted of cocaine smuggling at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, showcasing 18 kilograms of cocaine seized by law enforcement during inspection."

Former Customs Officer Convicted for Smuggling Nearly 18 Kilograms of Cocaine at Atlanta Airport

Feb 27, 2025

Ivan Van Beverhoudt, a former U.S. Customs and Border Protection officer, was convicted in federal court this week for attempting to smuggle ... read more

"Crime scene at SYNC at Vinings apartment complex in Cobb County, where two women were found dead in a domestic-related shooting, highlighting rising concerns about domestic violence in Atlanta."

Two Women Found Dead in Domestic Shooting at Cobb County Apartment Complex

Feb 27, 2025

Two women were found dead on Thursday in a domestic-related shooting at the SYNC at Vinings apartment complex in Cobb County. Police respond ... read more

Alt text: "East Point police investigate a shooting scene outside an apartment complex on Washington Road, where a man was killed late Sunday. Authorities are offering a $2,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of the shooter."

East Point Police Offer 2000 Dollar Reward for Tips in Fatal Apartment Shooting

Feb 27, 2025

East Point police are seeking public assistance in locating the shooter responsible for the death of a 38-year-old man at an apartment compl ... read more

Alt text: "CeeLo Green pays tribute to Joycelyn Wilson, a Spelman College instructor found dead in Lake Oconee, expressing condolences on social media. The image shows Green reflecting on their childhood in Atlanta and Wilson's impact as

CeeLo Green Honors Spelman Instructor Joycelyn Wilson Found Dead in Lake Oconee as Search for Missing Fiance Continues

Feb 27, 2025

Atlanta native CeeLo Green expressed his condolences to the family and friends of Joycelyn Wilson, a Spelman College instructor found dead i ... read more

Alt text: "Acworth daycare employee Zyraina Stanice Fu’cia arrested for child cruelty after toddler tests positive for THC, highlighting safety concerns at Laugh and Learn Day Care in Atlanta."

Daycare Employee Arrested After Toddler Tests Positive for THC in Acworth Incident

Feb 27, 2025

An employee at Laugh and Learn Day Care in Acworth was arrested after a 20-month-old child in her care tested positive for THC following hos ... read more

Alt text: "Atlanta police officials announce the arrest of two suspects, Ali Caldwell and Tradon Crawford, for their involvement in a gang-related shooting that killed two 13-year-old boys. The press conference highlights the ongoing investigation into the July 202

Seven Suspects Arrested in Atlanta Shooting That Killed Two 13-Year-Old Boys Linked to Gang Dispute

Feb 26, 2025

Two men, Ali Caldwell, 33, and Tradon Crawford, 32, were arrested on charges including murder and gang-related offenses in connection with a ... read more

Alt text: "Shareeda Dorsey, mother of 11-year-old Zander Whatley, expresses her gratitude on Facebook after the fifth suspect, Joseph Tarawalie, was arrested in connection with her son's tragic shooting death in Paulding County

Fifth Suspect Arrested in Tragic Shooting Death of Paulding County Boy Zander Whatley as Family Seeks Justice

Feb 26, 2025

The mother of 11-year-old Zander Trayvon Jmeer Whatley, who was shot and killed in his home in Paulding County on April 29, 2024, expressed ... read more

"Abandoned Medford-Peden Funeral Home in Cobb County, Atlanta, revealing boxes of cremated remains and chemical containers, highlighting the discovery of 57 sets of identified remains, including infants, following a police investigation post-fire incident."

Cobb County Authorities Identify 57 Sets of Cremated Remains Found in Abandoned Funeral Home

Feb 26, 2025

Officials have identified 57 sets of cremated remains, including those of infants, found in November 2022 at the Medford-Peden Funeral Home ... read more

"Clayton County police officer injured in gunfire exchange during SWAT standoff on Summer Chase Drive, Jonesboro, Atlanta – officer expected to recover while suspect remains in critical condition."

Clayton County Officer Injured in Gunfire Exchange with Suspect in Critical Condition Following SWAT Standoff

Feb 26, 2025

A Clayton County police officer was injured during a gunfire exchange with a suspect, who is currently in critical condition, following a st ... read more

Alt text: "Police investigation scene in Remerton, Georgia, following the fatal shooting of Brianna Long, a Valdosta State University student, on October 29, 2023. Two suspects, Tsion Clayton and Kimone Green,

Two Men Charged with Malice Murder in Valdosta Area Shooting of University Student Brianna Long

Feb 26, 2025

Two men, Tsion Clayton, 23, and Kimone Green, 21, have been charged with malice murder in the shooting death of 21-year-old Brianna Long in ... read more

"Fortune Jaquan Spencer, 30, convicted of murder and multiple felonies in Fulton County, stands in a courtroom during sentencing for the shooting death of his girlfriend, Sherika Monique Little, 24, outside a Sandy Springs hotel.

Atlanta Man Sentenced to Life in Prison for Murdering Girlfriend and Violent Crime Spree

Feb 25, 2025

Fortune Jaquan Spencer, 30, was sentenced to life in prison after a Fulton County jury found him guilty of murdering his girlfriend, Sherika ... read more

Alt text: "Handwritten thank-you notes from Westminster Schools students displayed on a table, expressing gratitude to search teams and volunteers for their efforts in locating missing teacher and coach Gary Jones at Lake Oconee, Georgia."

Community Rallies in Search for Missing Westminster Schools Teacher as Students Express Gratitude for Ongoing Efforts

Feb 25, 2025

Students from Westminster Schools are expressing gratitude to search teams looking for Gary Jones, a missing teacher and coach, who disappea ... read more

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