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"Celeste Owens convicted of murder in Gwinnett County for the death of 8-year-old Nicole Amari Hall, with the courtroom filled during the sentencing hearing, highlighting the emotional impact of the case involving child abuse and neglect."

Gwinnett County Woman Convicted of Murdering Girlfriend's 8-Year-Old Daughter Sentenced to Life in Prison

Dec 13, 2024

Celeste Owens was convicted of murder and 19 other charges in Gwinnett County on Friday for the killing of her girlfriend's 8-year-old daugh ... read more

Alt text: "Police investigate the scene of a deadly shooting at Family Grocery Store on Metropolitan Parkway in southwest Atlanta, where 19-year-old Kortez Ragland was arrested for the murder of Toddrick Lamar, 20, following an argument

19-Year-Old Arrested for Deadly September Shooting at Atlanta Corner Store

Dec 13, 2024

A 19-year-old, Kortez Ragland, has been arrested in connection with a deadly shooting that occurred on September 23 at the Family Grocery St ... read more

"Firefighters battling massive blaze at The Langston Apartments in College Park, Atlanta, as residents evacuate in cold weather. Flames engulf building, with smoke billowing from balcony and patio furniture illuminated by fire."

Massive Blaze Engulfs College Park Apartment Complex Leaving Residents Displaced and Cold

Dec 13, 2024

College Park fire crews are responding to a significant fire at The Langston Apartments on Godby Road early Friday morning. Residents were f ... read more

"Scene of the tragic shooting incident on Rockbridge Road in Gwinnett County, where 46-year-old Don Wardlaw crashed after being shot by Michael Charles Jackson, who was later convicted of malice murder. The image shows the crash site with

Gwinnett County Man Found Guilty of Malice Murder After Deadly Road Rage Incident

Dec 12, 2024

In January 2022, Don Wardlaw was pursued by Michael Charles Jackson on a Gwinnett County road, leading to Jackson firing shots that caused W ... read more

Alt text: "Crime scene in DeKalb County's Redan area, where a man in his 30s was shot to death early Thursday morning on Hallwood Court, highlighting rising violence in Atlanta neighborhoods."

Shooting in DeKalb County Claims Life of Man During Early Morning Argument

Dec 12, 2024

A man was shot and killed in the Redan area of DeKalb County early Thursday morning, with police receiving the call around 5 a.m. Officers f ... read more

Alt text: "Vandalized MARTA bus shelter on Memorial Drive in Atlanta, showing etched glass and graffiti, highlighting the recent surge in vandalism that caused over $20,000 in damage during December 2023."

MARTA Faces Over 100 Vandalized Bus Shelters in Atlanta Costing $20000 in Repairs

Dec 12, 2024

MARTA is addressing the vandalism of over 100 bus shelters that occurred between December 3 and December 10, resulting in damages exceeding ... read more

Veteran Cobb County Prosecutor Linda Dunikoski Leaves Office After High-Profile Trials

Dec 12, 2024

Veteran prosecutor Linda Dunikoski will be leaving her position at the Cobb County District Attorney's office at the end of the year after b ... read more

"Atlanta police investigate road rage incident at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, where a man fired shots after sideswiping another vehicle, leading to his arrest near Fort Gillem."

Road Rage Erupts at Atlanta Airport as Man Fires Shots After Sideswiping Vehicle

Dec 12, 2024

A man was arrested following a suspected road rage incident at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport on Wednesday, where he allegedly sid ... read more

"Young Thug court appearance in Fulton County, Atlanta, as he seeks to modify probation restrictions for holiday gatherings with family and friends, following his guilty plea in a gang-related case. Image shows the rapper's legal team discussing case details outside the courthouse

Young Thug Seeks Holiday Home Pass as Fulton County Judge Enforces 10 Year Exile in Gang Case

Dec 11, 2024

Young Thug, whose real name is Jeffrey Williams, is petitioning a Fulton County judge to reduce the perimeter of his 10-year ban from the me ... read more

Alt text: "DeKalb County parents Sumanth and Anindita Rao, charged with involuntary manslaughter for allowing underage drinking at their home, appear in a courtroom as their case moves forward following a fatal crash involving Lakeside

DeKalb County Parents Face Involuntary Manslaughter Charges After Teen Alcohol Incident Leads to Fatal Crash

Dec 10, 2024

The case against Sumanth Rao, 50, and Anindita Rao, 49, from DeKalb County, has progressed to court following their arrests for allegedly pe ... read more

Alt text: "Historic Rising Daughter Baptist Church in South Georgia, site of the 1985 Swain murders, where Erik Sparre was recently arrested for the killings after Dennis Perry's exoneration. The church represents a pivotal location in the ongoing

Georgia Cold Case Solved After Decades as New Suspect Arrested for 1985 Church Murders

Dec 10, 2024

On March 11, 1985, Harold and Thelma Swain were murdered in a historic Black church in South Georgia. After Dennis Perry was exonerated in 2 ... read more

"Shattered glass door at Lululemon store in West Midtown Atlanta following smash-and-grab burglary investigation by police during Christmas shopping season."

Atlanta Police Investigate Smash-and-Grab at Lululemon Store During Holiday Shopping Rush

Dec 10, 2024

Atlanta police are investigating a smash-and-grab burglary that occurred at a Lululemon store in the West Midtown area on Tuesday morning. T ... read more

Alt text: "Eunbii Kim and her father Chun-ki Kim share a warm moment on the floor of his Buckhead apartment, showcasing their close bond before his tragic murder. The image captures their hands and feet touching, symbolizing their

Heartbreaking Tragedy in Buckhead: Beloved Father Stabbed Over 50 Times by Security Guard in Apartment Complex

Dec 10, 2024

Eunbii Kim's father, Chun-ki Kim, was found murdered in his Buckhead apartment on September 25, having been stabbed over 50 times. The suspe ... read more

Alt text: "Cain 'Josh' Storey, a man exonerated after 25 years in prison, speaks during a press conference about his federal lawsuit against Floyd County investigators for coercing a false confession in the 1996 Russian Roulette death

Second Man Freed After 25 Years Sues Floyd County for Coerced Confession in 1996 Russian Roulette Tragedy

Dec 10, 2024

Cain "Josh" Storey, who was recently freed from a Georgia prison after over 25 years, has filed a federal lawsuit against Floyd County inves ... read more

Alt text: "Crime scene outside DeKalb County apartment where five family members, including two children, were found dead in a suspected murder-suicide. Police tape surrounds a doormat with holiday greetings, stuffed toys, and Christmas lights still illuminating the

Tragic DeKalb County Murder-Suicide Claims Five Lives Including Two Young Children

Dec 09, 2024

In a tragic incident in DeKalb County, five family members were found dead in their apartment on Saturday night, suspected victims of a murd ... read more

"Body camera footage shows Cobb County police officers responding to a 911 call near Powder Springs, Atlanta, as a resident exits his home with two dogs. The image captures the moment a Labrador Retriever mix named Zeta escapes and runs towards the officers,

Cobb County Officers Shoot and Kill Family Dog During 911 Response Sparking Outrage and Calls for Justice

Dec 09, 2024

On December 2, two Cobb County officers responded to a 911 call about a woman screaming near Powder Springs, but when they arrived, they fou ... read more

"Scene of tragic DeKalb County murder-suicide, showing the apartment complex at Vineyards at Flat Shoals where five victims, including two children, were found dead from gunshot wounds, highlighting the impact of domestic violence in Atlanta."

Tragic Murder-Suicide Claims Lives of Two Young Children and Three Adults in DeKalb County Apartment Complex

Dec 09, 2024

On Saturday night, a suspected murder-suicide in a DeKalb County apartment complex resulted in the deaths of five individuals, including a 1 ... read more

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