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Alt text: "Scene at Denny Dobbs Park in Newton County, where an 18-year-old was shot and killed on Wednesday evening, raising concerns about local safety in the Atlanta area."

Tragic Shooting Claims Life of 18-Year-Old at Popular Newton County Park

Mar 20, 2025

An 18-year-old was shot and killed at Denny Dobbs Park in Newton County on Wednesday evening, with deputies responding to the scene around 5 ... read more

"Police investigate shooting scene at Glen Hollow apartment complex in DeKalb County, Atlanta, where a man in his late 30s was killed on Wednesday evening."

Shooting at DeKalb County Apartment Complex Leaves Man Dead as Police Investigate Motive

Mar 20, 2025

A man in his late 30s was shot and killed on Wednesday at the Glen Hollow apartment complex in DeKalb County. Police responded to the scene ... read more

"Columbus police officers Kenneth Rammage and Xavier Perez indicted for aggravated assault and battery in connection with the February 2024 shooting of Jermaine Hernandez during a traffic stop on Manchester Expressway, highlighting ongoing concerns about police conduct and accountability in Atlanta

Columbus Police Officers Indicted for Shooting After Car Backfire During Traffic Stop

Mar 19, 2025

On February 7, 2024, Columbus police officers Kenneth Rammage and Xavier Perez were indicted by a grand jury on charges of aggravated assaul ... read more

"Image of the University of Georgia campus where nursing student Laken Riley was tragically murdered during a morning run, highlighting the ongoing investigation into her death and the subsequent sentencing of her killer's associates for possessing fake green cards."

Brothers and Roommate of Laken Riley's Killer Sentenced for Fake Green Card Possession in Atlanta Case

Mar 19, 2025

On Wednesday, two brothers and a roommate of Laken Riley's killer were sentenced for possessing fake green cards in connection with Riley's ... read more

Alt text: "Chondria Richburg, 43, arrested for stabbing a dog named Dexter with a kitchen knife during a morning walk in South Fulton, Atlanta. The incident highlights issues of animal cruelty and public safety in the community."

South Fulton Woman Arrested for Allegedly Stabbing Dog to Death During Morning Walk

Mar 19, 2025

Chondria Richburg, 43, was arrested in South Fulton for allegedly stabbing a dog named Dexter to death with a kitchen knife during a morning ... read more

"Atlanta nightclub shooting scene outside Lacura Bar and Bistro on New Year's Day, where 41-year-old Byron Davis was arrested for malice murder following a deadly altercation that left Kirey Thompson, 28, dead and two others injured."

Atlanta Man Arrested for Deadly New Year’s Day Nightclub Shooting in Sylvan Hills

Mar 19, 2025

Byron Davis, 41, was arrested on charges including malice murder and aggravated assault in connection with a New Year's Day shooting at the ... read more

"Teiarra Sims, a 23-year-old intern at Atlanta's At-Promise Center, shares her success story of overcoming adversity after high school. The image captures Sims engaging with youth at the center, highlighting the importance of community support in reducing

From Trouble to Triumph: How Atlanta's At-Promise Centers are Transforming Young Lives and Reducing Crime

Mar 19, 2025

Teiarra Sims, a 23-year-old intern at the At-Promise Center in Atlanta, credits the program for helping her overcome challenges, including a ... read more

Alt text: "Kenneth Perry sentenced to over 100 years in prison for the 1990 murder of siblings John and Pamela Sumpter in DeKalb County, Atlanta. The image shows a courtroom scene with Superior Court Judge Shondeana

DeKalb County Man Sentenced to Over 100 Years for Gruesome Murder of Siblings After Decades of Injustice

Mar 18, 2025

Kenneth Perry has been sentenced to over 100 years in prison for the 1990 murder of siblings John and Pamela Sumpter in DeKalb County. Super ... read more

Alt text: "Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office arrest mugshot of 76-year-old Thomas Lamar Keith, charged with rape and kidnapping in connection with a 1986 sexual assault case in Atlanta, highlighting the importance of DNA technology in solving cold cases

Decades Later Justice Served in Cherokee County Rape Case as Suspect Arrested in Cold Case

Mar 18, 2025

In January 1986, a 19-year-old woman was abducted and raped after her shift at a Cherokee County convenience store. This week, 76-year-old T ... read more

"Atlanta college basketball fans excitedly filling out NCAA tournament brackets for March Madness 2023, with a chance to win a trip to Mars in the X Bracket Challenge, highlighting the thrill of the tournament and bracket predictions."

March Madness 2023: Score a Trip to Mars with Perfect NCAA Bracket Challenge

Mar 18, 2025

March Madness has kicked off, prompting millions to participate in the NCAA tournament bracket challenge. This year, a unique opportunity ar ... read more

**Alt text:** "Forsyth Methodist Church daycare in Monroe County, Georgia, temporarily closed due to child endangerment allegations, with two employees facing charges for administering allergy medication to toddlers without parental consent."

Georgia Day Care Shut Down After Teacher Drugged Toddlers With Allergy Medication to Induce Sleep

Mar 18, 2025

A day care at Forsyth Methodist Church in Monroe County, Georgia, has been temporarily closed after an investigation revealed that a teacher ... read more

"Volunteer firefighter from Towns County Fire Rescue Department accused of sharing crime scene photos of the Lewis twins' death on Bell Mountain in northeast Georgia, raising concerns about privacy and ethics in local crime reporting."

Volunteer Firefighter Accused of Sharing Disturbing Photos of Twin Brothers Found Dead on Bell Mountain in Georgia

Mar 18, 2025

A volunteer firefighter is under scrutiny for allegedly sharing photos from the scene where 19-year-old twin brothers Qaadir Malik Lewis and ... read more

"Police arrest Hector David Sagastume Rivas for felony murder in connection with the death of Camillia Williams, found inside a Cobb County home on Pat Mell Road, highlighting a tragic incident in Atlanta crime news."

Cobb County Man Arrested for Felony Murder After Woman Found Dead in Home

Mar 18, 2025

Cobb County police have arrested Hector David Sagastume Rivas in connection with the death of 52-year-old Camillia Williams, whose body was ... read more

"Paulding County deputies at the scene of a deadly shooting on Cumberland Way, where a man was found dead from a gunshot wound, marking the second homicide in three weeks amid ongoing tornado recovery efforts in Atlanta."

Paulding County Police Arrest Suspect in Deadly Shooting Amid Tornado Recovery Efforts

Mar 17, 2025

A man was arrested in connection with a fatal shooting on Sunday night in the 100 block of Cumberland Way in Paulding County, marking the se ... read more

Alt text: "Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis speaking at a press conference, surrounded by legal documents, as a judge orders her office to pay over $54,000 in attorney fees for withholding records related to the Trump election interference case.

Fulton County DA Fani Willis Ordered to Pay Over 54000 in Legal Fees for Withholding Records in Open Records Act Violation

Mar 17, 2025

Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis' office has been ordered by a judge to pay over $54,000 in attorney fees and to release document ... read more

Alt text: "Scene of a shooting at a southwest Atlanta gas station, where a man was killed and a woman injured inside a white Nissan Altima near Whitehall and McDaniel streets in the Mechanicsville neighborhood."

Shooting Near Atlanta Gas Station Leaves One Dead and One Injured in Mechanicsville

Mar 17, 2025

A man was killed and a woman injured in a shooting inside a vehicle near a gas station in southwest Atlanta on Sunday afternoon. Police resp ... read more

"Three Atlanta police officers, Mark Gardner, Lonnie Hood, and Ivory Streeter, at a press conference discussing their dismissal and legal battles following the controversial arrests of college students during the 2020 Black Lives Matter protests, highlighting issues of police accountability

Atlanta Officers Lose Appeal Against Keisha Lance Bottoms Over Controversial Firings During Black Lives Matter Protests

Mar 17, 2025

Three Atlanta police officers cannot sue former Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms and other Fulton County officials after being fired and charged f ... read more

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