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**Alt Text:** "Men Opposing Sex Trafficking nonprofit members prepare for a record-breaking 52-hour kickball game in Fairburn, Atlanta, to raise awareness about sex trafficking. The event aims to surpass the current world record of 51

Atlanta Nonprofit Aims for World Record with 52 Hour Kickball Marathon to Fight Sex Trafficking

Aug 29, 2025

The Atlanta nonprofit group Men Opposing Sex Trafficking is set to attempt a Guinness World Record by playing kickball nonstop for over 52 h ... read more

"Alia Matthews speaking at a press event organized by the DeKalb County District Attorney’s Office, advocating for justice in the unsolved murders of her children, Starlynne and Stanford Henderson, and family friend Eric Robinson, in Lithonia,

Mother Seeks Justice Eight Years After Tragic Double Murder in DeKalb County

Aug 29, 2025

Alia Matthews is still seeking justice for her children, Starlynne and Stanford Henderson, and family friend Eric Robinson, who were murdere ... read more

"DeKalb County police investigate the tragic discovery of 8-year-old Bisebwa, found deceased in a neighborhood swimming pool after being reported missing near Clarkston High School, Atlanta."

Tragic Discovery: Missing 8-Year-Old Boy Found Dead in DeKalb County Pool

Aug 28, 2025

An 8-year-old boy identified only as Bisebwa was found dead in a neighborhood swimming pool on Thursday morning after being reported missing ... read more

Alt text: "Former NFL cornerback Buster Skrine arrested in Roswell for financial fraud scheme targeting women on dating apps, accused of scamming victims out of $300,000 using false identity and promises of NFL annuity."

Former NFL Cornerback Buster Skrine Arrested in Roswell for Alleged Dating Scam Defrauding Women Out of Hundreds of Thousands

Aug 28, 2025

Buster Skrine, a former NFL cornerback, was arrested in Roswell on Wednesday for allegedly scamming women out of hundreds of thousands of do ... read more

Alt text: "MARTA police officers at West Lake station in northwest Atlanta arrest 17-year-old Gabriel Webb-Williams, wanted for shooting a man in the abdomen at Hamilton E. Holmes station; incident highlights rising concerns over youth crime and safety on

Teenager Arrested in MARTA Shooting Incident as Authorities Crack Down on Gun Violence in Atlanta

Aug 28, 2025

On August 13, 2023, Gabriel Webb-Williams, 17, allegedly shot a man in the abdomen at the Hamilton E. Holmes MARTA station during a fight. H ... read more

"Image of ICE agents conducting immigration enforcement in Atlanta, Georgia, highlighting the recent spike in arrests following changes in state law and federal policies. The picture depicts agents at a local jail, emphasizing the impact of President Trump's immigration policies on immigrant communities, with

Georgia Immigration Arrests Surge Under Trump Administration as Local Communities Feel the Impact

Aug 28, 2025

On the 2024 campaign trail, President Donald Trump pledged to increase immigration enforcement, a promise reflected in Georgia following a n ... read more

"Atlanta Labor Day weekend events overview with Dragon Con parade route map and MARTA transit information; highlights heavy traffic warnings, rain forecast, and public safety measures for attendees."

Labor Day Weekend in Atlanta: Your Ultimate Guide to Dragon Con, NCAA Kickoff Games and Navigating Traffic

Aug 28, 2025

Metro Atlanta is gearing up for a busy Labor Day weekend with events like Dragon Con and the NCAA Aflac Kickoff Games. Dragon Con, running f ... read more

Alt text: "Atlanta police respond to Children's Healthcare of Atlanta after a bomb threat was reported at Hughes Spalding hospital, highlighting the rise in online threats and hoax calls affecting schools and hospitals across Georgia and the nation."

Georgia University and Atlanta Hospital Targeted by Unfounded Threats Amid Rising Hoax Calls

Aug 27, 2025

On Wednesday morning, a bomb threat was reported at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta's Hughes Spalding hospital, prompting a swift response ... read more

"Seized firearms and drugs displayed on a table during a press conference highlighting the Athens-area bust, which involved 26 firearms, a grenade launcher, and nearly $1 million in drugs including cocaine and fentanyl, as part of Operation Take Back America

Massive Drug Bust in Athens Nets 17 Arrests and Seizes Grenade Launcher and Nearly 1 Million in Drugs and Cash

Aug 27, 2025

Federal prosecutors announced the seizure of a grenade launcher, 26 firearms, and nearly $1 million in drugs and cash during an Athens-area ... read more

"Atlanta CDC Director Susan Monarez resigns after less than a month in office, amid controversy over vaccine regulation changes under the Trump administration. Image shows Monarez addressing CDC staff, highlighting the impact of her departure on local health workers and the community."

CDC Director Susan Monarez Resigns After Less Than a Month Sparking Concerns Over Vaccine Regulation Changes

Aug 27, 2025

Susan Monarez, the newly confirmed director of the Atlanta-based Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, is leaving her position after l ... read more

Alt text: "Georgia State Trooper AJ Scott in uniform driving at high speed during a rainy night in Carroll County, highlighting the tragic crash that resulted in the deaths of two teenagers and led to his conviction for vehicular homicide and serious injury by vehicle

Former Georgia State Trooper Found Guilty of Vehicular Homicide Nearly a Decade After Fatal Crash in Carroll County

Aug 27, 2025

On August 18, 2025, former Georgia State trooper Anthony "AJ" Scott was found guilty on five of six charges, including vehicular homicide, a ... read more

Alt text: "Fulton County Sheriff Patrick Labat addresses Atlanta City Council, warning of increased violence and deaths if the lease for housing county inmates at the Atlanta City Detention Center is terminated, amidst ongoing issues of overcrowding and dangerous conditions at the

Fulton County Sheriff Warns City Council Ending Jail Lease Will Lead to More Deaths and Violence

Aug 27, 2025

Fulton County Sheriff Patrick Labat warned Atlanta City Council members that ending the lease for housing county inmates at the Atlanta City ... read more

"Ken Rosskopf, an accomplished Atlanta attorney and cycling advocate, tragically dies in a bicycle accident at the intersection of Clairemont Avenue and Ponce de Leon Place in Decatur, Georgia, highlighting the dangers faced by cyclists on the roads."

Beloved Atlanta Attorney Ken Rosskopf Dies After Bicycle Collision in Decatur

Aug 26, 2025

Ken Rosskopf, an 85-year-old attorney from metro Atlanta known for his passion for bicycling law and safety, died following a collision with ... read more

"Fulton County jury deliberates in the cold case murder trial of Christopher Wolfenbarger, who was acquitted of killing his wife, Melissa Dawn Wolfenbarger, after decades of investigation and circumstantial evidence. The trial showcased the challenges

Fulton County Jury Acquits Man in Cold Case Murder of Young Wife After 27 Years of Legal Battles

Aug 26, 2025

A Fulton County jury acquitted Christopher Wolfenbarger last week of murder charges related to the cold case killing of his wife, Melissa Da ... read more

Alt text: "18-year-old Jeremy Marshall, indicted for his alleged involvement in a gang-related shooting during Albany State University's homecoming weekend, faces multiple charges including murder. The incident, which resulted in the death of 19-year-old De'Mar

Albany State University Shooting Suspect Indicted on 29 Charges Including Murder Amid Gang Violence Concerns

Aug 25, 2025

An 18-year-old, Jeremy Marshall, has been indicted on 29 charges, including three counts of murder, related to a shooting during Albany Stat ... read more

Alt text: "Malachi Matthew Perkins, 23, convicted of felony murder in the shooting death of 16-year-old Davone Burnett over a drug deal gone wrong in Lawrenceville, Gwinnett County, Atlanta."

Gwinnett County Man Sentenced to Life in Prison for Fatal Shooting Over 8 Dollars and Marijuana Deal

Aug 22, 2025

On December 12, 2020, Malachi Matthew Perkins, 23, was involved in a shooting that resulted in the death of 16-year-old Davone Burnett in La ... read more

Alt text: "Governor Brian Kemp appoints a three-person panel to evaluate Cobb County Clerk Connie Taylor's future amid her criminal indictment for destruction of public records and violating her oath of office, following allegations of misconduct and improper handling of passport processing fees."

Panel to Decide Fate of Cobb County Clerk Connie Taylor Amid Criminal Charges for Document Destruction

Aug 22, 2025

Gov. Brian Kemp has established a three-person panel to evaluate whether Cobb County Superior Court Clerk Connie Taylor should remain in her ... read more

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