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"Dashcam footage showing Meriwether County Sheriff's Office deputy speeding through a Senoia intersection, colliding with Ronald Moreland's car, highlighting the tragic accident that resulted in his death on April 4, 2024."

Meriwether County Deputy Faces Lawsuit After Fatal Crash with Man on His Way to Work

Jun 18, 2025

A lawsuit filed on June 10 alleges that a Meriwether County Sheriff’s Office deputy was speeding at 67 mph without emergency lights or siren ... read more

"Spanish-language journalist Mario Guevara livestreams his arrest during a pro-immigrant rights protest in Atlanta, highlighting the tensions between law enforcement and demonstrators amid his impending ICE custody."

Spanish Journalist Mario Guevara Arrested by ICE After Livestreaming Protest Outside Atlanta

Jun 18, 2025

Mario Guevara, a prominent Spanish-language journalist known for livestreaming his own arrest at a protest in Atlanta, is now in the custody ... read more

"Scene of the fatal shooting near Horizon Inn and Suites in Norcross, Gwinnett County, where 29-year-old Andre Jones was shot and killed on Dawson Boulevard, highlighting ongoing local crime concerns in Atlanta."

Shooting Near Norcross Hotel Leaves One Dead and One Injured as Police Seek Leads

Jun 18, 2025

A man was killed and a woman injured in a shooting near the Horizon Inn and Suites in Norcross, Gwinnett County, on Tuesday night. Andre Jon ... read more

"Texas Roadhouse restaurant exterior in Cumming, Georgia, where a jury is deliberating on the liability in the tragic death of 13-year-old Leonardo Camacho, who was struck by an intoxicated driver shortly after leaving the establishment. The civil

Texas Roadhouse Faces $95 Million Lawsuit Over 13-Year-Old's Death in Drunk Driving Incident in Cumming

Jun 18, 2025

Texas Roadhouse is seeking to be cleared of liability in a civil case regarding the death of 13-year-old Leonardo "Leo" Camacho, who was str ... read more

"Firefighters battling a large blaze at the Furniture Bank of Metro Atlanta in Adair Park, southwest Atlanta, early Wednesday morning, with smoke billowing from the warehouse where furniture for homeless recovery was stored."

Massive Fire Destroys Furniture Bank Warehouse in Atlanta Impacting Homeless Recovery Efforts

Jun 18, 2025

A large fire broke out early Wednesday at the Furniture Bank of Metro Atlanta in the Adair Park neighborhood, destroying furniture intended ... read more

"Crime scene at 2423 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in northwest Atlanta, where a man was shot and killed on Tuesday night, prompting police investigation into the shooting incident."

Shooting Death in Northwest Atlanta Neighborhood Raises Community Concerns

Jun 18, 2025

A man was shot and killed in a northwest Atlanta neighborhood on Tuesday evening, according to police. Officers responded to a call at 2423 ... read more

"Interior view of the 56 Marietta data center in downtown Atlanta, showcasing a dense network of fiber-optic cables and computer servers, symbolizing the city's role as a major hub in the digital infrastructure landscape. The image highlights the technological advancements and

Atlanta Becomes the Epicenter of Data Centers as Tech Giants Flock to the Digital Gold Rush

Jun 18, 2025

Jon Tibbitts oversees the 56 Marietta data center in downtown Atlanta, which is a vital part of the city's digital infrastructure and one of ... read more

"Image of Lake Oconee, Georgia, where engaged couple Joycelyn Nicole Wilson and Gary Jones tragically drowned during a boating trip. The serene water reflects the somber nature of their accidental drownings, as authorities confirm no foul play was

Engaged Couple's Lake Oconee Drowning Deaths Ruled Accidental Following Month-Long Search

Jun 18, 2025

The deaths of Joycelyn Nicole Wilson, a 49-year-old Spelman College instructor, and her fiancé Gary Jones, a 50-year-old teacher at Westmins ... read more

Alt text: "Atlanta City Council members discuss new tree removal ordinance during a meeting, highlighting significant changes to tree protection laws aimed at preserving the city's urban forest and addressing concerns from environmental advocates."

Atlanta City Council Approves Historic Tree Ordinance Changes Amid Ongoing Environmental Concerns

Jun 17, 2025

On Monday, October 23, 2023, the Atlanta City Council unanimously voted to increase tree removal fees and implement significant changes to t ... read more

"Image of Tanja Hollis, Griffin tax preparer, accused of fraud by the U.S. Department of Justice, highlighting the lawsuit against her and Tanja Tax Preparations for filing false tax returns and causing millions in federal overpayments."

Griffin Tax Preparer Accused of Massive Fraud Scheme Costing Millions to Federal Government

Jun 17, 2025

The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against Tanja Hollis, a tax return preparer from Griffin, Georgia, alleging that her frau ... read more

"Marvin Judge, arrested for felony murder linked to a deadly motorcycle gang shooting in Forest Park, Atlanta, stands in a police booking photo. The incident, involving rival gangs Outcast and Wheels of Soul, resulted in two fatalities during a motorcycle gathering

Third Suspect Arrested in Deadly Forest Park Motorcycle Gang Shooting Linked to Rivalry

Jun 17, 2025

A third suspect, Marvin Judge, has been arrested in connection with a deadly shooting on April 27 in Forest Park, linked to a territorial di ... read more

"Atlanta City Council members vote on the controversial skybridge project over Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, aimed at improving access to the state Capitol while raising concerns about its impact on downtown revitalization and historic preservation."

Atlanta City Council Approves Controversial Skybridge Over MLK Drive Despite Community Backlash

Jun 17, 2025

Georgia state lawmakers will soon be able to travel between the state Capitol and a new legislative office building via a $10 million skybri ... read more

Alt text: "Atlanta police investigate a violent shooting incident on Rock Street in Vine City, where a man was shot in the back during a road rage altercation and crashed his vehicle into a vacant home."

Atlanta Man Shot and Killed After Road Rage Incident in Vine City Neighborhood

Jun 17, 2025

On Monday evening, a man was shot in the back and killed during a road rage incident in the 800 block of Rock Street near Joseph E. Lowery B ... read more

"Spanish-language reporter Mario Guevara livestreaming a protest in DeKalb County, Atlanta, where he was arrested for obstruction and unlawful assembly while covering immigration enforcement issues, amidst an ICE detainer threat."

Spanish-Language Reporter Mario Guevara Faces Deportation After Arrest at Immigration Protest in Atlanta

Jun 16, 2025

Mario Guevara, a Spanish-language reporter in metro Atlanta known for his coverage of immigration issues, faces potential deportation follow ... read more

"Federal grand jury indictment image showing Robert Davis Forney, 25, from Duluth, charged with threatening U.S. senators Ted Cruz and Deb Fischer. The image highlights the seriousness of political violence and threats against elected officials in Atlanta, Georgia,

Duluth Man Indicted for Threatening U.S. Senators with Violent Voicemails in Alarming Case

Jun 16, 2025

A 25-year-old Duluth man, Robert Davis Forney, has been indicted by a federal grand jury for leaving voicemails threatening sexual violence ... read more

"Briscoe Park in Snellville, Atlanta, where two teenagers were arrested in connection with a shooting that injured five teens, highlighting local crime concerns and police response."

Teenagers Charged in Snellville Shooting that Injured Five at Briscoe Park

Jun 16, 2025

Two 17-year-old boys are facing charges related to a shooting that injured five teenagers at Briscoe Park in Snellville last month, accordin ... read more

"Scene of Father's Day shooting in Smyrna, Atlanta, where two men were arrested after gunfire between vehicles injured a 6-year-old child; police investigating road rage or altercation motives."

Two Men Arrested After Six-Year-Old Shot in Father's Day Vehicle Gunfire in Smyrna

Jun 16, 2025

Two men, Craig Radford Calhoun, 57, of Douglasville, and Eric Allen Rushi, 30, of Atlanta, have been arrested following a shooting that inju ... read more

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