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The article discusses a traffic incident involving a crash that blocked I-285 East in Cobb County, impacting morning commuters. The collision occurred around 6 a.m. and was cleared by approximately 6:45 a.m.

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I-285 East Reopens After Early Morning Crash in Cobb County

Jan 13, 2026

Rosana Hughes is a reporter on the breaking news team. Lanes are starting to reopen after a crash blocked I-285 East just past I-75 in Cobb ... read more

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The article discusses a tragic incident involving a grandmother, who was a beloved figure

Grandmother remembered as beloved friend and family matriarch in Brooklyn

Jan 12, 2026

A tragic incident occurred in Atlanta where a grandmother was shot and killed during a family gathering. The shooting took place on Saturday ... read more

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Washington County Sheriff Joel Cochran said the incident at Washington State Prison began around 1:30 p.m. A guard and 13 to 14 inmates were taken to a hospital, he said. A fight at

Fight at Middle Georgia Prison Leaves Three Dead and Dozens Injured

Jan 12, 2026

Washington County Sheriff Joel Cochran reported that an incident at Washington State Prison began around 1:30 p.m. on Sunday afternoon. A fi ... read more

The article discusses a lawsuit filed by a woman from Indiana against Atlanta rapper Cash Out, whose real name is John Michael Hakeem Gibson. The lawsuit claims that Gibson trafficked her and others for sex between 2013 and 2015. He

Rapper Cash Out Ordered to Pay $40 Million to Sex Trafficking Victim

Jan 12, 2026

A lawsuit was filed by a woman from Indiana in 2022, alleging that Atlanta rapper Cash Out, whose real name is John Michael Hakeem Gibson, t ... read more

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MARTA police responded at about 1:30 p.m. to the shooting, which occurred in the bus loop area outside the station, according to spokesperson Sacoria Jackson.

An investigation is underway

Investigation Underway After Shooting Injures Three at East Point MARTA Station

Jan 11, 2026

On Sunday afternoon, an investigation is underway following a shooting that left three individuals injured at the East Point MARTA station. ... read more

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David Aaro is a breaking news reporter for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

At about 3 a.m., officers were called about a person down in the 3800 block of Saddle Ridge Drive, police spokesperson C

Gwinnett County police investigate fatal shooting near Snellville home

Jan 11, 2026

At about 3 a.m. on Sunday, officers responded to a report of a person down in the 3800 block of Saddle Ridge Drive, according to police spok ... read more

A Gwinnett County deputy, Rylee Conner Willis, was arrested for allegedly sending nude images to two underage victims, facing multiple felony charges including child molestation.

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Gwinnett Deputy Arrested for Sending Nude Images to Underage Victims

Jan 10, 2026

A Gwinnett County deputy was arrested this week after he allegedly sent nude images of himself to two underage victims, according to police. ... read more

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“It’s not random,” said Chief Shawn Buchanan of the East Point Police. The shooting happened at Gus Thornhill’s Funeral Home, located off Gus Thornhill Jr. Drive near Cleveland Avenue. One person

Drive-by shooting injures one during wake at Buchanan funeral home

Jan 10, 2026

The Atlanta news reports that a drive-by shooting occurred on Friday night during a wake at Gus Thornhill's Funeral Home, located off Gus Th ... read more

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Journalist Rosie Manins is a legal affairs reporter for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. This story has been updated to correct the spelling of 2020 GOP elector Ken Carroll. Much of

Trump's Evidence in Election Case Can Now Be Publicly Disclosed

Jan 09, 2026

In a recent development in the ongoing criminal case against former President Donald Trump, a judge in Fulton County has ruled that much of ... read more

A 2-year-old child was critically injured and a man died by suicide during a domestic incident in Rockdale County, according to the sheriff's office. Deputies responded to a shooting report at a home on Setters Trail near Conyers. The

Child critically injured and man dies in Rockdale County domestic incident

Jan 09, 2026

A 2-year-old child was critically injured and a man killed himself during a domestic incident in Rockdale County, the sheriff's office repor ... read more

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"Protesters march in downtown Atlanta holding signs in response to the shooting of Renee Nicole Good, a 37-year

Protests Erupt in Atlanta Over Shooting of Minnesota Woman by ICE Officer

Jan 09, 2026

Protests erupted in Atlanta on Thursday night, marking the second consecutive night of demonstrations following the shooting of Renee Nicole ... read more

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"Traffic flow restored on Atlanta's Downtown Connector after early morning crash near University Avenue, with lanes reopening by 6

Traffic Reopens on Atlanta's Downtown Connector After Early Morning Crash

Jan 09, 2026

A collision occurred near University Avenue, or Exit 244, in Atlanta early Friday morning around 2:30 a.m. The crash resulted in the closure ... read more

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Fulton County Superior Court Judge Paige Reese Whitaker has ordered prosecutors to provide evidence related to the appeal of a decision about returning $150,000 in cash, luxury cars, jewelry, and other assets seized from Atlanta

Fulton County Judge Accuses DA of Misleading Court in Young Thug Asset Case

Jan 09, 2026

Fulton County Superior Court Judge Paige Reese Whitaker has ordered the District Attorney's Office to return $150,000 in cash, luxury cars, ... read more

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A Douglas County man allegedly shook his 3-month-old daughter hard enough to cause bleeding on her brain, vomiting, and then her death, according to police.

On Dec. 22, officers were called to

Douglas County Man Charged with Murder After Infant Dies from Abuse

Jan 08, 2026

A Douglas County man is facing serious charges after allegedly shaking his 3-month-old daughter, resulting in severe injuries and her death. ... read more

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A man accused in the theft of Beyoncé’s unreleased music, set lists, and footage plans for her tour shows in Atlanta last year pleaded not guilty Wednesday morning. Kelvin Evans made a virtual appearance in a Fulton County

Man pleads not guilty in theft of Beyoncé's unreleased music and footage

Jan 07, 2026

A man accused of stealing Beyoncé's unreleased music, set lists, and footage from her tour shows in Atlanta last year pleaded not guilty on ... read more

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According to Capt. Jay Baker, before he died, Curtis Evans sent a relative a text message with his location, off Lower

Father kills daughter before taking his own life in Cherokee County

Jan 07, 2026

Investigators believe that a 57-year-old man, Curtis Evans, killed his adult daughter and then took his own life on Tuesday afternoon in the ... read more

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A Georgia resident has claimed the largest lottery prize in the state’s history. The big winner, who chose to stay anonymous, came forward Friday after earning the $983 million jackpot for the Mega Millions drawing on Nov.

Georgia resident wins largest lottery prize in state history at $983 million

Jan 06, 2026

A Georgia resident has claimed the largest lottery prize in the state's history. The winner, who chose to remain anonymous, came forward on ... read more

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