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The article discusses a significant dogfighting case in South Georgia, where 67 dogs were found in dire conditions on a large property. Many of the dogs were on heavy chains, lacking food, water, or shelter, and showed signs of abuse and

Authorities uncover severe dogfighting operation in South Georgia property

Dec 22, 2025

The Atlanta area has been addressing serious concerns regarding dogfighting operations. Federal prosecutors reported that 67 dogs were found ... read more

The article discusses an incident at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport where a man was discovered with a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Police were called to the scene, and the situation is under investigation.

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Man Found Shot at Atlanta Airport in Self-Inflicted Incident

Dec 21, 2025

Atlanta police were called around 3:30 p.m. to the South Terminal of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. They found a man suff ... read more

The article discusses a tragic incident in Atlanta where a pregnant teenager's unborn child died after a shooting on I-285. Police responded to the scene, where two individuals, a man and a woman, were found with gunshot wounds but were alert when

Pregnant Teenager's Unborn Child Dies After I-285 Shooting in Atlanta

Dec 21, 2025

Atlanta police responded to a shooting incident around 5:20 p.m. Saturday on the southbound ramp of the interstate at Cascade Road. Officers ... read more

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About the Author: Rosana Hughes is a reporter on the breaking news team.

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Woman Falls to Death at Filming Location for Stranger Things in DeKalb County

Dec 19, 2025

DeKalb County police responded to a report of a fall around 12:50 a.m. at a building located at 1256 Briarcliff Road, which is known as a fi ... read more

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Georgia Travelers Brace for Heavy Congestion During Year-End Holidays

Dec 19, 2025

Traffic in metro Atlanta is expected to be congested as over 3 million Georgia travelers prepare to hit the roads for the end-of-year holida ... read more

**Alt Text:** "Atlanta police officers restrain a suspect during an arrest, highlighting the controversial use of force in law enforcement. This image relates to recent discussions on restraint-related deaths in custody and the need for improved training and policies to prevent fatalities during

Georgia police restraint-related deaths raise concerns over training and policy changes

Dec 18, 2025

In a recent investigation into police restraint-related deaths in Georgia, it was revealed that at least 31 individuals died after being res ... read more

The article discusses a tragic shooting incident at Brown University, where a gunman killed two people and injured nine others, including an 18-year-old from Georgia named Jacob Spears. The context highlights the impact of the event on the community and the ongoing recovery

Gunman Opens Fire on Brown University Campus Leaving Two Dead and Nine Injured

Dec 17, 2025

A tragic shooting occurred on Brown University's campus during a busy exam season, resulting in two fatalities and nine injuries. Among the ... read more

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Elijah Wood’s legs began to tremble behind the RaceTrac counter as Ahkil Crumpton approached at 1:15 a.m. on March 19, 2021. Wood was working the

Elijah Wood's Strange Encounter at RaceTrac Leads to Unusual Incident

Dec 17, 2025

WATKINSVILLE — Elijah Wood's legs began to tremble behind the RaceTrac counter as Ahkil Crumpton approached at 1:15 a.m. on March 19, 2021. ... read more

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Jeremy Redmon is an award-winning journalist, essayist, and educator with more than three decades of experience reporting for newspapers. He has written for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution since 2005.

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Army Sergeant Scheduled for Court After Shooting Incident at Fort Stewart

Dec 17, 2025

Jeremy Redmon is an award-winning journalist, essayist, and educator with over three decades of experience reporting for newspapers. He has ... read more

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South Fulton Mayor Khalid “Kobi” Kamau will go to trial on February 17, a judge ruled Tuesday during a hearing that nearly ended in a bench warrant for the outgoing city leader over his late arrival

South Fulton Mayor Kobi Kamau to Stand Trial for Criminal Trespass

Dec 17, 2025

South Fulton Mayor Khalid "Kobi" Kamau is set to go to trial on February 17, following a ruling by a judge during a hearing that nearly resu ... read more

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All lanes of the perimeter at East Ponce de Leon Avenue and Church Street are closed, according to the Georgia Department of Transportation. The agency anticipates lanes will start reopening

Traffic Backups Expected Due to Sanitation Truck Fire on I-285 South

Dec 16, 2025

All lanes of the perimeter at East Ponce de Leon Avenue and Church Street are closed, according to the Georgia Department of Transportation. ... read more

The text appears to discuss the postponement of a clemency hearing for a death row inmate in Georgia, specifically focusing on Stacey Ian Humphreys, who was sentenced for the murders of two real estate agents in Cobb County. The Georgia Board of

Georgia Board of Pardons and Paroles Halts Execution After Clemency Hearing Cancelation

Dec 15, 2025

The scheduled execution of Stacey Ian Humphreys, a death row prisoner, is currently on hold after the Georgia Board of Pardons and Paroles c ... read more

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The student accused in the attack, whose name and age were not released, was charged with one count of aggravated assault and was being held without bond, according to the school district and the arrest warrant obtained by The Atlanta

North Atlanta High School student arrested for allegedly stabbing classmate

Dec 15, 2025

A North Atlanta High School student who allegedly stabbed a classmate with scissors on Friday has been arrested, according to the school dis ... read more

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On Monday, flames burst through the roof of one of the buildings at the Midwood Gardens Apartment Homes, a gated community just south of Memorial Drive in the Pine Lake area. It is the latest in a

Massive apartment blaze in DeKalb County displaces residents and injures three

Dec 15, 2025

On Sunday, October 1, flames burst through the roof of one of the buildings at the Midwood Gardens Apartment Homes, a gated community just s ... read more

The article discusses the closure of a controversial Confederate memorabilia shop in Downtown Kennesaw, following a Cobb County judge's order for a forensic audit of the late owner's estate. The store's closure stems from a legal dispute between the owner's sister and the store

Kennesaw Confederate memorabilia shop closes after court-ordered estate audit

Dec 15, 2025

Downtown Kennesaw's controversial Confederate memorabilia shop has been abruptly closed following a Cobb County judge's order for a forensic ... read more

A Georgia high school football head coach, Darius Terrell Robinson, has been arrested for allegedly choking a player and assaulting two others. The incident led to charges of aggravated assault and simple battery. Robinson was booked into Greene County Jail but released on

Georgia coach jailed for allegedly assaulting players during practice sessions

Dec 13, 2025

A Georgia high school football head coach, Darius Terrell Robinson, 34, from Union Point, was arrested after allegedly choking one of his pl ... read more

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Nearly two months after Shaquille O’Neal’s new Range Rover made a pit stop near Dahlonega for customizations and then vanished in Atlanta while being transported to the NBA legend, a man linked to

Man Arrested in New York Linked to Theft of Shaquille O'Neal's Range Rover

Dec 13, 2025

Nearly two months after Shaquille O'Neal's new Range Rover was customized near Dahlonega and then disappeared in Atlanta during transport, a ... read more

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