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"Atlanta Memorial Day weekend traffic safety tips: law enforcement urges caution as 16 people died in crashes during 2023 holiday; image shows busy highway with vehicles and warning signs to promote safe driving and DUI prevention."

Stay Safe This Memorial Day Weekend: Tips to Avoid Tragedy on Georgia Roads and Waterways

May 25, 2025

Memorial Day weekend often sees an increase in deadly incidents on Georgia roads and waterways, with 16 fatalities reported in 2023, up from ... read more

Alt text: "MARTA train station in Atlanta with passengers waiting, highlighting safety concerns after recent shooting incidents on Gold Line trains, as MARTA leaders emphasize the need for improved safety, cleanliness, and reliability to boost ridership."

MARTA Faces Safety Challenge Amid Rising Crime Concerns and Struggling Ridership in Atlanta

May 25, 2025

Just days after a shooting incident on a Gold Line train, MARTA leaders emphasized the critical need for safety to boost ridership, which ha ... read more

Alt text: "CARE USA headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, showcasing the impact of federal funding cuts on humanitarian organizations as hundreds of employees face layoffs and wage reductions due to the Trump administration's drastic cuts to USAID grants."

CARE USA Faces Major Layoffs as Trump Administration Slashes Federal Foreign Aid Funding

May 25, 2025

CARE USA, the humanitarian organization based in Atlanta, announced significant layoffs affecting hundreds of employees domestically and tho ... read more

Alt text: "Crime scene in Gwinnett County where a shooting occurred, resulting in the death of 17-year-old Andrew Gatlin. Police found shell casings and a handgun near Pirkle Road, as two juvenile suspects face felony murder

Juveniles Charged in Fatal Gwinnett County Shooting of 17 Year Old Andrew Gatlin

May 25, 2025

Two juveniles are facing charges in connection with a shooting in Gwinnett County that resulted in the death of 17-year-old Andrew Gatlin. T ... read more

"Emergency responders at Lake Tobesofkee in Bibb County rescue two boys from drowning while investigating the tragic incident involving a 7-year-old boy who drowned, highlighting the importance of water safety in Atlanta."

Tragic Drowning at Lake Tobesofkee Claims Life of 7-Year-Old Boy While Two Others Rescued and Hospitalized

May 25, 2025

A 7-year-old boy drowned and two other boys were rescued after an incident at Lake Tobesofkee in Bibb County over the weekend. The boys, age ... read more

Alt text: "Cobb County youth detention center exterior, site of alleged assault by former officer Vanderia Britton on a 14-year-old inmate, highlighting issues of safety and accountability in juvenile justice in Atlanta."

Former Cobb County Detention Officer Charged with Assaulting 14-Year-Old at Youth Facility

May 25, 2025

Vanderia Britton, a former detention officer at the Marietta Regional Youth Detention Center in Cobb County, has been charged with first-deg ... read more

"Atlanta Police Lieutenant Kyle Kleinhenz, 45, arrested for misdemeanor sexual battery, accused of inappropriately touching a ride-hailing driver during an off-duty incident, as police investigate allegations of officer misconduct."

Atlanta Police Lieutenant Arrested for Alleged Sexual Battery in Off-Duty Incident

May 25, 2025

Lt. Kyle Kleinhenz, a 45-year-old officer with the Atlanta Police Department for two decades, was arrested on Sunday for allegedly inappropr ... read more

"Atlanta Jewish leaders respond to recent antisemitic attack following the fatal shooting of two Israeli Embassy staff members, emphasizing the need for vigilance and community support amidst rising antisemitism in the U.S."

Atlanta Jewish Leaders Urge Vigilance After Tragic Embassy Shooting Amid Rising Antisemitism

May 25, 2025

Following the fatal shooting of two staff members from the Israeli Embassy in Washington, Jewish leaders in Atlanta emphasized the need for ... read more

"Venezuelan Disney workers on temporary leave due to Supreme Court ruling on immigration status, highlighting the impact of changing legal protections on employees in Orlando, Florida."

Disney Places 45 Venezuelan Workers on Leave After Supreme Court Ruling Strips Legal Protections

May 25, 2025

ORLANDO, Fla. — Disney has placed 45 Venezuelan workers on leave after the U.S. Supreme Court allowed the Trump administration to revoke the ... read more

"Dalton police officer Leslie O’Neal resigns following the controversial arrest of college student Ximena Arias-Cristobal, highlighting immigration issues in Georgia. The image shows Officer O’Neal in uniform during a press conference about the

Dalton Police Officer Resigns After Controversial Arrest of College Student Leading to ICE Detention

May 25, 2025

A Dalton police officer, Leslie O’Neal, has resigned following the arrest of college student Ximena Arias-Cristobal, who was detained for tw ... read more

Alt text: "Three-year-old boy found alone in underwear at front door in southeast Atlanta, prompting investigation into child neglect and arrest of mother and stepfather for cruelty to children."

3 Year Old Found Alone at Atlanta Doorstep Sparks Child Cruelty Investigation and Parental Arrests

May 25, 2025

A 3-year-old boy was discovered alone in his underwear at a man's front door in southeast Atlanta late Wednesday, prompting a 911 call repor ... read more

"Scene of fatal shooting in Gwinnett County, Atlanta - police officers investigating a crime scene on Salem Drive where a man was found dead in front yard following a domestic dispute that escalated to gunfire."

Man Shot and Killed in Gwinnett County Neighborhood Amid Domestic Dispute Investigation

May 19, 2025

A man was shot and killed in a Gwinnett County neighborhood on Monday morning, with police responding to a report of the shooting around 8 a ... read more

"Scene of fatal pedestrian accident in downtown Atlanta, where a 71-year-old man was struck by a black sedan at the intersection of Peachtree and Baker streets while crossing in a crosswalk."

71 Year Old Pedestrian Killed in Hit and Run Incident in Downtown Atlanta

May 19, 2025

A 71-year-old man was killed on Sunday morning while crossing a street in downtown Atlanta at the intersection of Peachtree and Baker street ... read more

"Police at The Connector Apartments in Midtown Atlanta after a shooting incident involving a man shot in the head during an argument near Georgia Tech campus."

Shooting Incident at Georgia Tech Off-Campus Housing Leaves Man Critically Injured

May 19, 2025

A man was shot in the head during an argument at The Connector Apartments, an off-campus housing complex near Georgia Tech in Midtown Atlant ... read more

"Barrow County deputies respond to Target store fire incident on Loganville Highway, Atlanta, where a man was arrested for intentionally setting a fire inside the store, causing minor damage but no injuries."

Man Arrested for Setting Fire Inside Target Store in Barrow County as Investigation Unfolds

May 18, 2025

A man was arrested on Sunday for intentionally setting a fire inside a Target store in Barrow County. The incident occurred just before noon ... read more

Alt text: "Scene of a shooting near the Greyhound bus station in downtown Atlanta, where a man in his 50s was found dead on Forsyth Street, with police investigating the area after a suspect fled."

Shooting Near Greyhound Bus Station Leaves One Dead and Suspect at Large in Downtown Atlanta

May 17, 2025

A shooting near the Greyhound bus station in downtown Atlanta has left one person dead and another suspect at large, as reported on Saturday ... read more

"South Fulton police officer Lt. Helio Garcia, who tragically lost his life in a head-on crash, remembered during a candlelight vigil at police headquarters in Atlanta. The event honors his dedication to service and sacrifice, following the arrest of Sant

Driver Charged in Fatal Crash That Claimed Life of South Fulton Police Officer Lt. Helio Garcia

May 17, 2025

Santoria McLean, 31, of Atlanta, is in custody following a head-on crash on Flat Shoals Road on April 15 that resulted in the death of South ... read more

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