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Strip Club Shift Ends in Double Tragedy: DUI Arrest Shocks Atlanta

Jun 20, 2025

Portia Taylor, 30, is facing charges including vehicular homicide, DUI, and hit-and-run after allegedly killing one pedestrian and striking ... read more

Alt text: "Fulton County Judge Robert McBurney expresses concerns about the impact of Atlanta's Downtown Rising initiative on the homeless population ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, emphasizing the potential for increased police encounters and arrests in downtown Atlanta."

Atlanta's Controversial Plan to Clear Homelessness Ahead of FIFA World Cup Sparks Fear of Arrests and Community Backlash

Jun 20, 2025

A plan to address homelessness in downtown Atlanta ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup has raised concerns about potential police encounters an ... read more

"Image of a 2017 Toyota Tacoma parked in a garage, highlighting the potential danger of carbon monoxide poisoning when vehicles are left idling indoors. The lawsuit against Toyota claims the truck's lack of an automatic engine shut-off contributed to the tragic death

Federal Judge Rules Toyota Lawsuit Over Fatal Carbon Monoxide Poisoning of Atlanta Man Can Proceed to Jury Trial

Jun 19, 2025

A federal judge in Atlanta ruled on Wednesday that Toyota cannot dismiss a lawsuit claiming it is responsible for the carbon monoxide poison ... read more

Alt text: "Newton County investigators at the crime scene where the body of missing woman Irma Valdez was found in a wooded area off Stephenson Road in Covington, leading to the arrest of suspects Jose Sermeno and Katerin Abrego

Local Woman Found Dead in Newton County, Two Arrested for Murder in Shocking Case

Jun 19, 2025

Newton County investigators arrested two suspects on murder charges following the discovery of Irma Valdez's body, who had been reported mis ... read more

Alt text: "Scene of a shooting outside Skate Zone skating rink in Clayton County, Atlanta, where a 14-year-old was shot in a drive-by incident. Police respond to the scene as a large group of juveniles gathers in the parking lot

Teenagers Injured in Separate Shootings in Metro Atlanta Highlight Growing Violence Among Youths

Jun 19, 2025

Two teenagers were injured in separate shootings in metro Atlanta within a six-hour period. The first incident occurred around 8:30 p.m. on ... read more

"Image of Spanish-language reporter Mario Guevara outside the Folkston ICE Processing Center in South Georgia, where he is currently detained following new criminal charges related to distracted driving and reckless driving in Gwinnett County, impacting his immigration case amid ongoing protests in

Atlanta Journalist Faces New Criminal Charges Amid Immigration Custody Battle

Jun 19, 2025

On Thursday, Mario Guevara, an influential Spanish-language reporter in metro Atlanta, was hit with new criminal charges while in the custod ... read more

"Automated external defibrillator (AED) cabinet at MARTA's Lindbergh Center station, marked with a heart and lightning bolt symbol, highlighting increased security measures following thefts of life-saving devices in Atlanta's transit system."

MARTA Relocates Defibrillators Raising Alarm Over Emergency Access for Riders in Atlanta

Jun 19, 2025

Over a decade ago, MARTA installed 100 automated external defibrillators in its rail stations as part of "Project Jumpstart" to aid riders i ... read more

Alt text: "Fulton County Sheriff Patrick Labat speaking at a press conference, emphasizing the urgent need for resources like Narcan to combat opioid overdoses, amid legal disputes with county commissioners over budgetary restrictions affecting public safety in Atlanta."

Fulton County Sheriff Sues Commissioners Over Access to Life-Saving Resources and Budget Control

Jun 19, 2025

Fulton County Sheriff Patrick Labat has filed a lawsuit against the county's board of commissioners, claiming that bureaucratic obstacles ar ... read more

Alt text: "Image of suspicious Hot Pockets packages containing methamphetamine and tobacco, linked to the recent arrests of two correctional officers at Calhoun State Prison in Georgia, highlighting issues of drug smuggling and prosecution failures in local law enforcement."

Hot Pockets and Hard Consequences: Georgia Prison Drug Smuggling Cases Dismissed Due to Lack of Testing

Jun 19, 2025

In a troubling case involving two correctional officers at Calhoun State Prison in South Georgia, the Georgia Department of Corrections fail ... read more

"Atlanta man Rodney Andre McWeay convicted of murder and child abuse, with police evidence revealing expired food and surveillance cameras in the home where his three children were found malnourished and dehydrated."

Atlanta Father Convicted in Tragic Death of 4-Year-Old Daughter and Abuse of Two Other Children

Jun 18, 2025

Rodney Andre McWeay, an Atlanta man, was convicted on 14 counts, including murder and child cruelty, in connection with the death of his 4-y ... read more

"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

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