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The article discusses the postponement of Stacey Ian Humphreys' execution, which was originally scheduled for December 17. The State Board of Pardons and Paroles delayed the clemency hearing due to legal concerns related to potential conflicts of interest among

Georgia Delays Execution of Stacey Ian Humphreys Amid Legal Concerns

Dec 24, 2025

Stacey Ian Humphreys, convicted of the 2003 murders of two Cobb County real estate agents, was scheduled for execution on December 17. Howev ... read more

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Christine Abbott, 67, and Donna Slavin, 65, each face six felony counts of animal cruelty and seven misdemeanor counts of animal cruelty. They were booked into the Gwinnett jail, and though they

Two Women Arrested for Animal Cruelty After 40 Dogs Found Dead or Malnourished

Dec 24, 2025

Two women, Christine Abbott, 67, and Donna Slavin, 65, were arrested on Tuesday after nearly 40 dogs were discovered either dead inside refr ... read more

The article discusses a Cobb County judge's order for the longtime manager of Wildman’s Civil War surplus store to provide an accounting of the late owner's estate, particularly focusing on a significant stock sale that generated nearly $835,000. The case involves ongoing

Cobb County Judge Orders Accounting of Civil War Store Owner's Estate

Dec 24, 2025

A Cobb County judge has ordered the longtime manager of Wildman’s Civil War surplus store to provide an accounting of the late owner's estat ... read more

The article discusses a Georgia lottery player from Jonesboro who won a $1 million prize by matching all five white-ball numbers in a recent drawing. It highlights the excitement surrounding lottery winnings and the ongoing Powerball jackpot.

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Georgia resident wins $1 million lottery ticket ahead of holidays

Dec 23, 2025

A Georgia lottery player from Jonesboro won $1 million by matching all five white-ball numbers in a recent drawing. The winning ticket was p ... read more

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Fulton County Election Interference Case Involves Major Criminal Activity

Dec 23, 2025

Theodore Hertzberg, a suspect in a significant drug trafficking case, was apprehended after authorities seized substantial quantities of cas ... read more

The article discusses a major traffic incident involving a tractor-trailer that is blocking all lanes of I-285 North in DeKalb County, Atlanta. The collision occurred early Tuesday morning and is causing significant delays in the area.

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Tractor-trailer crash blocks all lanes of I-285 North in DeKalb County

Dec 23, 2025

A crash involving a tractor-trailer has blocked all lanes of I-285 North in DeKalb County early Tuesday morning. The incident was reported a ... read more

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Three inmates, including one charged with murder and another previously convicted of it, escaped from the DeKalb County jail early Monday, according to investigators. The inmates who escaped are now back in custody,

Three Dangerous Inmates Who Escaped DeKalb County Jail Back in Custody

Dec 23, 2025

Three inmates escaped from the DeKalb County jail early Monday, including one charged with murder and another previously convicted of it. Th ... read more

A Kenyan man, Cholo Abdi Abdullah, was sentenced to life in federal prison after plotting a September 11-style plane attack targeting Atlanta's tallest building. The sentencing followed a guilty verdict by a New York City jury on multiple counts of conspiracy to

Kenyan Man Sentenced to Life for Plotting 9/11 Style Plane Attack

Dec 22, 2025

Cholo Abdi Abdullah, a 35-year-old Kenyan man, was found guilty by a New York City jury in November 2024 on six counts of conspiracy to hija ... read more

The article discusses the impact of a hypothetical $1 million windfall on American lives, particularly in Atlanta, highlighting its significance against the backdrop of inflation. It mentions various ways this amount could be utilized, such as parking at the Atlanta airport for 67

What Would You Do With a Million Dollars Today?

Dec 22, 2025

Many Americans often fantasize about what they would do if $1 million suddenly appeared in their bank account. While this amount seems astro ... read more

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When the dogs started fighting Sunday afternoon, Todd Alexander Stalcup, 52, shot the other man’s dog before turning the gun on the owner, according to the Hall County Sheriff’s Office. Two men walking

Shooting in Hall County Park Leaves One Dog Owner Injured

Dec 22, 2025

On Sunday afternoon, a violent incident occurred in a Hall County park when Todd Alexander Stalcup, 52, shot another man's dog during a figh ... read more

**Alt Text:** "DeKalb County Sheriff’s office releases information on three escaped inmates, including Stevenson Charles, charged with murder, Yusuf Minor, serving life for murder, and Naod Yohannes, facing multiple charges. Authorities warn the public not

Three Dangerous Inmates Escape DeKalb County Jail Prompting Manhunt

Dec 22, 2025

Three inmates from DeKalb County escaped from jail early Monday, prompting a search by local law enforcement. The inmates are identified as ... read more

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

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