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"Atlanta police increase reward to $25,000 for information on brutal stabbing of Katie Janness at Piedmont Park, highlighting ongoing investigation into unsolved crime that shocked the Midtown community."

Reward for Tips in Piedmont Park Stabbing Case Soars to 25000 as Community Demands Justice for Katie Janness

Aug 01, 2025

The reward for information leading to an arrest in the 2021 stabbing of Katie Janness at Piedmont Park has increased to $25,000, according t ... read more

Alt text: "Fulton County Sheriff Patrick Labat speaks at a press conference addressing inmate medical care issues at Rice Street Jail, following a lawsuit over the death of inmate Christopher Smith due to inadequate treatment for sepsis and internal infection, highlighting ongoing concerns

Fulton County Jail Under Fire Again as Family Files Lawsuit After Inmate Dies from Untreated Infection

Aug 01, 2025

Fulton County Sheriff Patrick Labat and several jail staff are facing a lawsuit from the family of Christopher Smith, who died in August 202 ... read more

"Atlanta police officers showcase new World Cup-inspired uniforms featuring a distinctive light blue checkered pattern, designed for safety and visibility, during a news conference at the Atlanta Public Safety Training Center. The updated uniforms, set to debut in August 2024,

Atlanta Police Unveil New World Cup Inspired Uniforms for Enhanced Safety and Recognition

Jul 31, 2025

Atlanta police officers will debut new uniforms inspired by international law enforcement agencies ahead of the 2026 World Cup, according to ... read more

"Image of Cobb County Superior Court Clerk Connie Taylor during a press conference, following her indictment on charges of destruction of public records and violation of oath of office by the Georgia Attorney General. The image highlights the ongoing controversies surrounding Taylor's conduct in office,

Cobb County Clerk Connie Taylor Indicted on Multiple Charges for Destruction of Public Records and Violation of Oath of Office

Jul 31, 2025

Cobb County Superior Court Clerk Connie Taylor was indicted on two counts of destruction of public records and two counts of violation of oa ... read more

Alt text: "Police investigate the Flipper Temple Apartments in northwest Atlanta after a shooting incident where four individuals were injured, highlighting ongoing crime concerns in the Scotts Crossing neighborhood."

Four People Shot at Troubled Atlanta Apartment Complex Amid Surge in Violence

Jul 31, 2025

Police are investigating a shooting that occurred at the Flipper Temple Apartments in northwest Atlanta on Wednesday night, where four indiv ... read more

"Atlanta police officer Garrett Rolfe, facing new criminal charges for simple assault after an altercation outside X Midtown bar, June 29, 2023. The image shows Rolfe with a bloody nose at the scene, highlighting the ongoing scrutiny of

Atlanta Officer Garrett Rolfe Faces New Assault Charges After Midtown Bar Fight

Jul 31, 2025

Atlanta police officer Garrett Rolfe is facing criminal charges for simple assault following an altercation outside X Midtown bar on June 29 ... read more

Alt text: "DeKalb County police investigating a crime scene where a man was fatally shot and his body was found in a vehicle on Wadley Street in northwest Atlanta. The image shows police tape surrounding the area, highlighting the ongoing investigation into

DeKalb County Man Arrested for Murder After Body Found in Burning Car in Atlanta

Jul 30, 2025

Marcus Overstreet, 42, was arrested in Union City on July 22, 2024, seven months after he allegedly fatally shot Mario Culver, 36, at a home ... read more

**Alt Text:** Young football player Preston Veal, age 12, recovering from severe injuries after being struck by a van in Cobb County, stands with his parents outside their home. Preston, who is over 6 feet tall and weighs 230

Local Football Star Faces Life-Changing Challenge After Devastating Accident in Cobb County

Jul 30, 2025

Preston Veal, a 12-year-old football player from Cobb County, suffered severe injuries in a crash while crossing the street on June 23, incl ... read more

**Alt Text:** "Tom Cousins, influential Atlanta real estate developer and philanthropist, known for transforming the city's skyline with iconic buildings like Bank of America Plaza, dies at 93, leaving behind a legacy of community redevelopment and sports franchise ownership."

Atlanta Real Estate Legend Tom Cousins Passes Away at 93 Leaving Lasting Impact on City

Jul 30, 2025

Tom Cousins, a prominent Atlanta real estate developer and philanthropist, passed away at the age of 93 after being hospitalized in Florida. ... read more

"Atlanta residents urged to stay indoors during extreme heat advisory, with a thermometer displaying dangerously high temperatures near Selena S. Butler Park, where cooling center is open for relief from 105-degree heat."

Atlanta Faces Dangerous Heat as Temperatures Soar to 105 Degrees This Week

Jul 28, 2025

Atlanta is facing extreme heat conditions, with temperatures feeling as high as 105 degrees on Monday and Tuesday. Heat advisories are in ef ... read more

"Traffic jam on I-20 eastbound in Lithia Springs due to multi-vehicle crash, GDOT alerts motorists to avoid area for delays, October 2023."

Major Traffic Jam on I-20 Eastbound in Lithia Springs After Afternoon Crash

Jul 28, 2025

A crash in Lithia Springs has resulted in all lanes of I-20 eastbound being blocked as of Monday afternoon, just after 2 p.m. west of Thornt ... read more

"Investigators examining the malfunctioned MARTA escalator at Vine City station, where missing drive belts led to injuries for 21 passengers after a Beyoncé concert. Photo shows state safety inspector Jerrold Miller inspecting the escalator's internal mechanisms and missing

MARTA Escalator Malfunction Leaves 21 Injured as Missing Drive Belts Raise Safety Concerns

Jul 28, 2025

Four drive belts were found missing from the motors of a malfunctioning MARTA escalator at the Vine City station, leading to injuries among ... read more

Alt text: "Memorial bench dedicated to Katie Janness and her dog Bowie in Piedmont Park, Atlanta, honoring the victims of a brutal unsolved homicide that occurred in July 2021, highlighting ongoing community concerns for park safety and justice

Four Years Later, Unsolved Murder of Katie Janness Haunts Atlanta Community and Sparks Calls for Justice

Jul 28, 2025

Four years after the tragic killing of Katie Janness in Piedmont Park on July 28, 2021, her friend Kristy Stupka continues to honor her memo ... read more

"Scene of shooting in Atlanta's Sweet Auburn neighborhood on Edgewood Avenue, where one man was killed and 10 others injured in a violent incident early Monday morning."

Deadly Shooting in Atlanta's Sweet Auburn Neighborhood Leaves One Man Dead and Ten Injured

Jul 28, 2025

A shooting in Atlanta's Sweet Auburn neighborhood early Monday morning left one man dead and 10 others injured. The incident occurred around ... read more

"Police officers investigating the scene of a fatal stabbing in College Park, Atlanta, where a man was found with a chest wound on Southampton Road, leading to the arrest of suspect Jorge Ortega for murder."

Man Arrested for Fatal Stabbing in College Park as Investigation Continues

Jul 27, 2025

A man was arrested Saturday night in connection with a fatal stabbing in College Park, where police found a victim with a chest wound in the ... read more

"Families First protest in Atlanta against Trump’s 'big, beautiful bill' impacting Medicaid and food assistance, featuring local leaders and community members speaking on economic justice and health care access at Impact Church on Sylvan Road."

Atlanta Protesters Rally Against Big Beautiful Bill Impacting Families and Communities

Jul 27, 2025

On July 4, President Donald Trump signed the "big, beautiful bill," which has sparked protests across Atlanta and the nation, including a ra ... read more

"Gwinnett County Jail entrance with ICE detainer requests signage, highlighting the increase in foreign-born inmate detentions in metro Atlanta as local law enforcement collaborates with Immigration and Customs Enforcement amid rising immigration policy changes."

Surge in ICE Detainer Requests Sparks Concerns Among Atlanta Immigrant Communities

Jul 27, 2025

Jails in metro Atlanta are increasingly detaining foreign-born inmates for Immigration and Customs Enforcement, with Gwinnett County leading ... read more

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