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"17-year-old suspect Jason Joel Ortiz arrested for murder and armed robbery in Gwinnett County, linked to the shooting death of 16-year-old Jose Yair Batz at Huntington Ridge apartments."

Gwinnett County Teen Arrested for Murder After Fatal Shooting of 16-Year-Old in Apartment Complex

Nov 27, 2024

A 17-year-old suspect, Jason Joel Ortiz, has been arrested and charged with murder, aggravated assault, armed robbery, and possession of a f ... read more

"Fulton County jury deliberating in the Young Slime Life gang trial, the longest in Georgia's history, featuring defendants Shannon Stillwell and Deamonte Kendrick charged with murder and facing life sentences. Image captures the tense atmosphere of the courtroom during

Fulton County Jury Fails to Reach Verdict in Historic Young Slime Life Gang Trial as Deliberations Continue After Holiday Break

Nov 27, 2024

The Fulton County jury in the "Young Slime Life" gang and racketeering trial was unable to reach a verdict after over eight hours of deliber ... read more

"Decatur police investigate the scene of a deadly shooting on Feld Avenue, where 58-year-old James Caldwell was found injured. Officers arrested 40-year-old Demetrius Roberson, charged with murder and firearm offenses, in connection with the incident

Decatur Shooting Leaves One Dead and Suspect Arrested in Oakhurst Neighborhood

Nov 27, 2024

A man was arrested following a deadly shooting in Decatur on Tuesday evening, where officers found 58-year-old James Caldwell suffering from ... read more

"Melba McKnight and Amber Lett-Hammond reflect on the 30-year anniversary of Shirley McKnight's tragic murder in Conyers, Georgia, during an interview with The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. The image captures the emotional weight of their Thanksgiving

Atlanta Family Faces Thanksgiving Heartbreak as Murderer of Beloved Sister Awaits Parole After 30 Years

Nov 27, 2024

On the night before Thanksgiving, Melba McKnight of Conyers reflects on the 30th anniversary of her sister Shirley's murder, which occurred ... read more

"Melba McKnight and her daughter Amber Lett-Hammond reflect on the 30-year anniversary of Shirley McKnight's tragic murder in Conyers, Georgia, as they prepare for Thanksgiving. The image captures the emotional moment in their family home,

Haunting Doorbell Rings for 30 Years: Conyers Family Reflects on Thanksgiving Tragedy and Parole Threat of Sister's Killer

Nov 27, 2024

On the night before Thanksgiving, Melba McKnight of Conyers recalls hearing her doorbell ring, a haunting reminder of her sister Shirley McK ... read more

"Atlanta police seek suspect in United Community Bank stabbing incident, offering $25,000 reward for information on attempted robbery at 1220 Caroline Street."

Atlanta Police Offer 25000 Reward for Information on Bank Stabbing Suspect

Nov 27, 2024

Officials are searching for a man accused of stabbing an employee during an attempted robbery at the United Community Bank in Atlanta on Nov ... read more

Fulton County Jury Begins Deliberation After Historic 167 Day Gang Trial Involving Young Thug and YSL

Nov 26, 2024

After 167 days of trial, jurors in the Fulton County gang and racketeering case against "Young Slime Life" have begun deliberating, with onl ... read more

"Crime scene at 490 Glenn Street in southwest Atlanta where detectives investigate a deadly shooting incident near Rosa L. Burney Park in the Mechanicsville neighborhood."

Deadly Shooting Investigated in Southwest Atlanta Neighborhood Near Rosa L Burney Park

Nov 26, 2024

Detectives are investigating a deadly shooting that occurred on October 20, 2023, at 490 Glenn Street in southwest Atlanta, near Rosa L. Bur ... read more

Alt text: "Scene of the tragic shooting on Hatton Drive in DeKalb County, where a 16-year-old was shot and killed, highlighting ongoing concerns about youth violence in Atlanta neighborhoods."

Teenager Shot and Killed in DeKalb County by Acquaintance as Investigation Continues

Nov 26, 2024

A 16-year-old was shot and killed on Monday in DeKalb County by someone he knew, according to authorities. The incident occurred in the 300 ... read more

Alt text: "Fulton County Magistrate Court judge grants $101,000 bond to Jay Berger, a 70-year-old ophthalmologist charged with shooting at SWAT officers during a mental health crisis at Four Seasons Midtown in Atlanta, highlighting issues of

Atlanta Judge Grants 101000 Bond to Ophthalmologist Charged with Shooting at SWAT Officers

Nov 26, 2024

On Tuesday, a Fulton County Magistrate Court judge granted a $101,000 bond to Jay Berger, a 70-year-old ophthalmologist charged with shootin ... read more

"Gwinnett County man Maxwell Mathews Williamson, 25, sentenced to eight months in jail for involuntary manslaughter after accidentally shooting neighbor Carlether Foley, 32, while cleaning his gun in Duluth apartment."

Gwinnett County Man Sentenced to Eight Months for Accidental Shooting Death of Neighbor

Nov 26, 2024

Maxwell Mathews Williamson, a 25-year-old man from Duluth, Gwinnett County, was convicted of involuntary manslaughter and reckless conduct a ... read more

"Closing arguments in the Young Thug gang trial in Atlanta, showcasing the defense and prosecution's contrasting views on YSL's identity as a record label versus a violent gang. Image captures courtroom scene with attorneys presenting their cases, highlighting the ongoing legal battle

Closing Arguments Mark Historic Trial Conclusion for Atlanta Rapper Young Thug as Jury Deliberation Looms

Nov 26, 2024

Nearly two years after jury selection began, closing arguments were delivered on Monday in the gang and racketeering trial involving Atlanta ... read more

"Georgia Department of Agriculture law enforcement team collaborating with Arkansas officials to investigate multi-state horse theft case, highlighting the serious issue of equine theft impacting agricultural producers in the Southeast."

Georgia Department of Agriculture Solves Multi-State Horse Theft Case with Arkansas Authorities

Nov 26, 2024

A horse theft case involving multiple states has been resolved with assistance from the Georgia Department of Agriculture, as announced on M ... read more

"Heavy Thanksgiving traffic on Atlanta highways with warning signs for safe driving practices, highlighting increased crash risks and GDOT lane closure suspensions for holiday travel safety."

Thanksgiving Traffic Surge Expected in Atlanta as GDOT Urges Safety and Planning

Nov 25, 2024

Heavier traffic is anticipated in Atlanta due to Thanksgiving, peaking between noon and 6 p.m. on Wednesday and again from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. ... read more

Alt text: "Atlanta police investigate a suspicious object on the Downtown Connector, causing a temporary shutdown of I-75/85 northbound at Decatur Street, as traffic backs up near Grady Memorial Hospital."

Downtown Connector Shutdown Causes Traffic Chaos After Suspicious Object Investigation in Atlanta

Nov 25, 2024

On Monday afternoon, the Downtown Connector was closed in both directions as Atlanta police investigated a suspicious object found on the sh ... read more

Alt text: "DeKalb County police at the scene of a fatal shooting on Bouldercrest Road in East Atlanta, where a man in his 20s was shot multiple times during a fight early Sunday morning."

Man Shot and Killed in DeKalb County Fight as Violence Erupts Near East Atlanta

Nov 25, 2024

A man in his 20s was shot and killed early Sunday morning following a fight with a suspect in the 1400 block of Bouldercrest Road near East ... read more

Alt text: "Mableton home where Yuridiana Villalobos was murdered; crime scene with police tape and evidence markers after the tragic shooting on April 25, 2023, highlighting the impact of domestic violence and child abuse in Cobb

Cobb County Man Sentenced to Life for Murder of Mother and Abuse of Daughter in Tragic Case

Nov 25, 2024

Hugho Pacheco, 53, pleaded guilty to the malice murder of Yuridiana Villalobos and aggravated sexual battery involving one of her daughters, ... read more

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