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Alt text: "Scene of a tragic shooting in LaGrange, Troup County, where a teenager was killed and six others injured after gunfire erupted early Sunday morning. LaGrange police investigate the area on Seminary Street, emphasizing the ongoing inquiry

Teenager Killed and Six Injured in Early Morning Shooting in Troup County

Jun 08, 2025

A teenager is dead and six others injured following a shooting in Troup County early Sunday morning. LaGrange police responded to the incide ... read more

Alt text: "Residents of Bolden Townhomes in southwest Atlanta speak out during a press conference about unsafe living conditions and wrongful eviction threats under the Georgia Squatter Reform Act, highlighting issues like mold, power outages, and neglect by landlords."

Atlanta Tenants Face Eviction Amid Unsafe Living Conditions as Bolden Townhomes Residents Demand Action Following New Laws

Jun 08, 2025

When Governor Brian Kemp signed the Safe at Home Act in 2024, it aimed to protect tenants from landlord abuses, but residents at Bolden Town ... read more

Alt text: "Jerry Carnes and his wife Cady pose with their RAV4 packed for their nostalgic Route 66 road trip, celebrating Jerry's retirement from WXIA-TV after 35 years in broadcasting, as they embark on an adventure to

Atlanta Reporter Jerry Carnes Celebrates Retirement with Epic Route 66 Road Trip Adventure

Jun 08, 2025

Transportation reporter Jerry Carnes concluded his 35-year tenure at WXIA-TV and 42 years in broadcasting in August 2024, embarking on a nos ... read more

**Alt Text:** "Protesters gather outside a federal detention center in Los Angeles, demanding the release of individuals arrested by ICE during a large immigration enforcement operation. Officers in riot gear deploy tear gas to disperse the crowd, while demonstrators hold

Protests Erupt in Los Angeles as Federal Immigration Raids Lead to Over 40 Arrests

Jun 07, 2025

On Friday, more than 40 individuals were arrested in Los Angeles during a series of immigration enforcement actions by federal authorities, ... read more

**Alt Text:** "Police investigate the scene of a fatal shooting in northwest Atlanta on Fairlock Lane, where an 18-year-old was found unresponsive with a gunshot wound, highlighting a tragic incident in local crime news."

Teen Fatally Shot in Northwest Atlanta Residential Area on Friday Afternoon

Jun 07, 2025

An 18-year-old was fatally shot on Friday afternoon in northwest Atlanta, according to police. Officers responded to the 400 block of Fairlo ... read more

Alt text: "South Fulton police at the scene of a shooting incident at an apartment complex on Cascade Road where an 8-year-old child was shot in the leg during a large altercation, leading to the arrest of a woman on aggravated assault charges

Woman Arrested After 8-Year-Old Shot in South Fulton Apartment Complex Incident

Jun 07, 2025

A woman was arrested following the shooting of an 8-year-old at a South Fulton apartment complex on Friday evening. The incident occurred in ... read more

Alt text: "Folkston ICE Processing Center in Charlton County, Georgia, where plans to expand capacity from 1,100 to nearly 3,000 detainees have been approved, raising concerns over immigration detention conditions and local community impact."

South Georgia Set to Become Home to Largest Immigrant Jail in the Nation with Folkston Expansion Plan

Jun 07, 2025

Local officials in Charlton County, Georgia, have approved a plan to expand the Folkston ICE Processing Center, potentially making it the la ... read more

"Atlanta Braves pitcher Craig Kimbrel delivers a pitch during his first game back with the team since 2014, amidst a tense matchup against the San Francisco Giants, highlighting the Braves' recent struggles in a close 5-4 loss."

Braves Suffer Fifth Straight Loss as Giants Win in 10th Inning Drama

Jun 07, 2025

On Friday night, the San Francisco Giants defeated the Atlanta Braves 5-4, marking the Braves' fifth consecutive loss. Tyler Fitzgerald scor ... read more

Alt text: "Virtual court hearing for Jose Ibarra, convicted of the murder of nursing student Laken Riley, as defense lawyers seek mental competency evaluation and DNA expert funding in Athens, Georgia. The case highlights significant changes in immigration policy following Riley's

Jose Ibarra Seeks New Trial in Murder Case of Nursing Student Laken Riley Amid Mental Competency Evaluation and DNA Review Requests

Jun 06, 2025

ATHENS — Lawyers for Jose Ibarra, convicted of murdering college nursing student Laken Riley, announced plans to file motions for a mental c ... read more

Alt text: "Ronnie Brent Massey, 49, a Walker County Schools assistant principal, was arrested on June 2, 2023, for possessing child sexual abuse material (CSAM) after a Kik Messenger tip led to an investigation

Walker County Schools Employee Arrested for Child Exploitation Charges Linked to Kik App Tipping Off Authorities

Jun 06, 2025

Ronnie Brent Massey, 49, an assistant principal at LaFayette High School in Walker County, was arrested on June 2, 2023, on ten felony charg ... read more

"Image of Oscar Rodriguez, the Acting Director of VA Augusta Health Care System, placed on administrative leave amid leadership climate investigation, highlighting recent changes in VA leadership and organizational health issues affecting veteran care in Atlanta."

VA Augusta Health Care System Faces Leadership Turmoil as Acting Director Placed on Leave Amid Investigation

Jun 06, 2025

The U.S. Veterans Affairs Department has placed VA Augusta Health Care System Acting Director Oscar Rodriguez on administrative leave due to ... read more

Alt text: "Search and rescue teams near an empty boat spinning on Lake Allatoona, as authorities continue the search for missing 17-year-old Jackson Croft from Woodstock, Georgia, after the vessel was found circling in the popular recreational area

Search Underway for Missing Teen After Empty Boat Found Spinning on Lake Allatoona

Jun 06, 2025

Authorities are searching for 17-year-old Jackson Croft of Woodstock, who went missing after an empty boat was discovered spinning on Lake A ... read more

"Former Spalding County High School football coach Carl Kearney Jr. sentenced to 30 years for the murder of Patrina Best in Maryland; image shows Kearney in court during sentencing, highlighting the tragic outcome of the case that shocked

Former Atlanta High School Football Coach Sentenced to 30 Years for Murder of Maryland Nurse

Jun 06, 2025

Carl Kearney Jr., a former football coach at Spalding County High School, was sentenced to 30 years in prison for the murder of 38-year-old ... read more

Alt text: "Twin Pines Minerals headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, highlighting the company's financial struggles as it fails to provide a $2 million bond for titanium mining near the Okefenokee Swamp, amidst ongoing lawsuits and environmental concerns."

Twin Pines Minerals Fails to Provide $2 Million Bond for Controversial Titanium Mine Permit in Georgia

Jun 06, 2025

Twin Pines Minerals has not provided the required $2 million bond or collateral to obtain its permit for titanium mining near the Okefenokee ... read more

"Fourteen defendants convicted in a federal dogfighting case in Albany, Georgia, sentenced to a total of 343 months in prison, highlighting the serious consequences of organized crime related to animal cruelty."

Federal Dogfighting Case in Albany Results in 343 Months of Prison Time for 14 Convicted Defendants

Jun 06, 2025

Fourteen individuals convicted in a federal dogfighting case in Albany have been sentenced to a total of 343 months in prison, as announced ... read more

"Repair crews work on a water main break on Chamblee Dunwoody Road in Dunwoody, Atlanta, causing road closures and flooding hazards early Friday morning, with a large excavation visible near Harris Circle."

Dunwoody Road Closed Due to Water Main Break Crews Work to Repair Flooding Hazard

Jun 06, 2025

Crews are working to repair a water main break that has closed a section of Chamblee Dunwoody Road in Dunwoody, Georgia, from Harris Circle ... read more

Alt text: "Good Samaritan Gary Edwards intervenes during a carjacking attempt at a Chevron gas station in Marietta, Cobb County, helping to protect victims from suspect Rico Riley, who faces multiple charges including attempted armed robbery."

Cobb County Hero Stops Two Carjackings in Minutes Saving Victims from Violent Crime

Jun 05, 2025

On Monday evening, a good Samaritan, 66-year-old Gary Edwards, intervened during two carjackings in Cobb County, helping to prevent the susp ... read more

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