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"Traffic jam on I-285 South near Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport due to multi-vehicle crash, causing significant delays and lane closures early Wednesday morning."

Major I-285 South Crash Near Hartsfield-Jackson Airport Blocks All Lanes and Creates Miles of Traffic Jam

Nov 20, 2024

A multi-vehicle crash has completely blocked all lanes of I-285 South near Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport early Wednesday morning. ... read more

Alt text: "Atlanta police officer Sung Kim in federal courthouse during self-defense hearing for murder charges related to the 2019 shooting of unarmed man Jimmy Atchison, amid protests and policy changes in Atlanta's police department."

Atlanta Officer Charged with Murder Claims Self Defense in 2019 Shooting of Unarmed Man

Nov 20, 2024

Attorneys for Atlanta police officer Sung Kim, charged with murder in the 2019 shooting of unarmed man Jimmy Atchison, argue that Kim acted ... read more

"DeKalb County bridge fire scene on I-85 North where a body was discovered following multiple vehicle collisions, highlighting ongoing investigations into local crime and safety concerns in Atlanta."

Body Found After Fire Triggers Multiple Collisions on I-85 North in DeKalb County

Nov 20, 2024

On Tuesday evening, a body was found after a fire under a bridge in DeKalb County, which also caused multiple collisions on I-85 North. Poli ... read more

"Fulton County courtroom during the historic Young Slime Life gang trial, where prosecutors presented evidence against defendants Shannon Stillwell and Deamonte Kendrick, accused of murder and racketeering, while Atlanta rapper Young Thug, the alleged gang leader,

Fulton County Gang Trial Nears Conclusion After Year of Testimony as Young Thug Pleads Guilty

Nov 19, 2024

Fulton County prosecutors concluded their case on Tuesday in a historic gang and racketeering trial involving the alleged street gang "Young ... read more

"Scene of the fatal stabbing at Phoenix House in southwest Atlanta, where 36-year-old Frederick L. Daniel was found dead. The nonprofit housing complex, which supports formerly homeless individuals with mental illness, has experienced multiple violent incidents, raising concerns about safety

Fatal Stabbing at Atlanta Transitional Home Raises Safety Concerns Again

Nov 19, 2024

A 36-year-old man, Frederick L. Daniel, was fatally stabbed at the Phoenix House transitional home in southwest Atlanta on Monday, marking t ... read more

"Elijah Holyfield, son of boxing legend Evander Holyfield, celebrates signing with WWE NXT after his successful tryouts, showcasing his transition from NFL hopeful to professional wrestler in Atlanta."

Elijah Holyfield Signs WWE NXT Contract Following Successful Tryouts in Atlanta

Nov 19, 2024

Elijah Holyfield, the son of boxing legend Evander Holyfield and a former University of Georgia running back, has signed a professional wres ... read more

"Scene of homicide investigation at Walton Summit Apartments in Gainesville, Georgia, where a man was found dead, prompting police inquiry into potential crime between Friday and Saturday."

Gainesville Police Investigate Homicide After Man Found Dead at Walton Summit Apartments

Nov 18, 2024

Gainesville police are investigating the death of a man found Saturday at the Walton Summit Apartments, suspecting it to be a homicide. The ... read more

Alt text: "Fulton County courthouse exterior, where Lamora Williams was sentenced to life in prison for the gruesome murders of her two young sons, Ke’Yaunte Penn and Ja’Karter Williams, whose heads were found in an oven

Atlanta Mother Sentenced to Life in Prison for Gruesome Murders of Her Two Young Sons Found in Oven

Nov 18, 2024

An Atlanta mother, Lamora Williams, has been sentenced to life in prison plus 35 years for the murders of her two young sons, Ke’Yaunte Penn ... read more

Alt text: "Ronald Adams in a southwest Atlanta apartment, moments before a tragic shooting incident on September 1, 2023, where he fatally shot his cousin Antiwan Williams. The image captures the somber atmosphere surrounding the family tragedy

Southwest Atlanta Man Sentenced to 20 Years After Family Tragedy and Fatal Shooting of Cousin

Nov 18, 2024

Ronald Adams was in a southwest Atlanta apartment with family on September 1, 2023, when he fatally shot his cousin, Antiwan Williams, after ... read more

"Crime scene at East Ridge Park apartments in Glenrose Heights, Atlanta, where a 17-year-old was fatally shot on Sunday, highlighting rising gun violence in the area."

Teenager Shot and Killed at Southeast Atlanta Apartment Complex in Daylight Incident

Nov 18, 2024

A 17-year-old was fatally shot at the East Ridge Park apartments in southeast Atlanta on Sunday, according to police. Officers responded to ... read more

"Crime scene near Chevron gas station on Pryor Street in southwest Atlanta, where a 39-year-old man was shot and killed early Sunday morning, highlighting rising violence in Atlanta neighborhoods."

Man Shot and Killed Near Gas Station in Southwest Atlanta Early Sunday Morning

Nov 17, 2024

A 39-year-old man was shot and killed early Sunday morning near a gas station in southwest Atlanta. The incident occurred just before 4:30 a ... read more

"Scene of a deadly wrong-way crash on Ga. 400 in Buckhead, Atlanta, with debris scattered across the highway after a multi-vehicle collision that resulted in a fatality, prompting lane closures and traffic control by fire crews."

Deadly Wrong Way Crash Closes Ga 400 in Buckhead for Four Hours Before Reopening

Nov 17, 2024

All lanes on Ga. 400 in Buckhead have reopened following a deadly wrong-way crash that occurred around 5 a.m. on Sunday morning, shutting do ... read more

Alt text: "Police at the scene of a fatal shooting on Jonesboro Road in southeast Atlanta, where a 45-year-old man was killed and a 20-year-old man injured in a gun violence incident early Saturday morning."

Southeast Atlanta Shooting Leaves One Dead and Another Injured in Late Night Violence

Nov 16, 2024

One man was killed and another injured in a shooting in southeast Atlanta on Saturday. Police responded to the 1660 block of Jonesboro Road ... read more

"Yeshua Mathis speaks to local Atlanta youth about the dangers of toxic friendships and gun violence, sharing his personal story of wrongful murder charges and the impact of poor choices on February 20, 2023, at a community event aimed at

From Jail to Redemption: Atlanta Teen Shares Powerful Message on the Dangers of Toxic Friendships After Acquittal of Murder Charges

Nov 16, 2024

Yeshua Mathis, who faced murder charges for nearly two years following a deadly incident on February 20, 2023, was acquitted on October 31 a ... read more

Alt text: "Gwinnett County police investigate the suspicious death of 60-year-old Robert Terry in his Lawrenceville home, where authorities found him and his pet rabbit deceased. Auburn man Marquis Green, 27, arrested for felony murder and robbery

Auburn Man Arrested for Homicide of 60 Year Old and Pet Rabbit in Gwinnett County

Nov 15, 2024

An Auburn man, Marquis Green, 27, has been arrested in connection with the homicide of 60-year-old Robert Terry and the death of his pet rab ... read more

"Police K-9 Titan, a Belgian Malinois, honored for his service and sacrifice after being killed in the line of duty while assisting Coweta County Deputy Blaize Henderson during a suspect chase in Atlanta, Georgia. Titan's legacy includes over

K-9 Titan Heroically Dies in Line of Duty While Protecting Coweta Deputy from Armed Suspect

Nov 15, 2024

On late Wednesday, K-9 Titan, a Belgian Malinois with the Coweta County Sheriff’s Office, was killed while attempting to apprehend a suspect ... read more

"Scene of the tragic homicide at Blackburn Park in DeKalb County, where 21-year-old Brandon Xavier Davis was shot to death during a robbery scheme on Ashford Dunwoody Road. Investigators are using crime-fighting technology to identify suspects

DeKalb County Park Homicide: Three Arrested in Fatal Robbery Scheme Targeting Young Man

Nov 14, 2024

Three suspects lured 21-year-old Brandon Xavier Davis to Blackburn Park in DeKalb County for a fake business deal, which resulted in his mur ... read more

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