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"Crime scene at SYNC at Vinings apartment complex in Cobb County, where two women were found dead in a domestic-related shooting, highlighting rising concerns about domestic violence in Atlanta."

Two Women Found Dead in Domestic Shooting at Cobb County Apartment Complex

Feb 27, 2025

Two women were found dead on Thursday in a domestic-related shooting at the SYNC at Vinings apartment complex in Cobb County. Police respond ... read more

Alt text: "East Point police investigate a shooting scene outside an apartment complex on Washington Road, where a man was killed late Sunday. Authorities are offering a $2,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of the shooter."

East Point Police Offer 2000 Dollar Reward for Tips in Fatal Apartment Shooting

Feb 27, 2025

East Point police are seeking public assistance in locating the shooter responsible for the death of a 38-year-old man at an apartment compl ... read more

Alt text: "CeeLo Green pays tribute to Joycelyn Wilson, a Spelman College instructor found dead in Lake Oconee, expressing condolences on social media. The image shows Green reflecting on their childhood in Atlanta and Wilson's impact as

CeeLo Green Honors Spelman Instructor Joycelyn Wilson Found Dead in Lake Oconee as Search for Missing Fiance Continues

Feb 27, 2025

Atlanta native CeeLo Green expressed his condolences to the family and friends of Joycelyn Wilson, a Spelman College instructor found dead i ... read more

Alt text: "Acworth daycare employee Zyraina Stanice Fu’cia arrested for child cruelty after toddler tests positive for THC, highlighting safety concerns at Laugh and Learn Day Care in Atlanta."

Daycare Employee Arrested After Toddler Tests Positive for THC in Acworth Incident

Feb 27, 2025

An employee at Laugh and Learn Day Care in Acworth was arrested after a 20-month-old child in her care tested positive for THC following hos ... read more

Alt text: "Atlanta police officials announce the arrest of two suspects, Ali Caldwell and Tradon Crawford, for their involvement in a gang-related shooting that killed two 13-year-old boys. The press conference highlights the ongoing investigation into the July 202

Seven Suspects Arrested in Atlanta Shooting That Killed Two 13-Year-Old Boys Linked to Gang Dispute

Feb 26, 2025

Two men, Ali Caldwell, 33, and Tradon Crawford, 32, were arrested on charges including murder and gang-related offenses in connection with a ... read more

Alt text: "Shareeda Dorsey, mother of 11-year-old Zander Whatley, expresses her gratitude on Facebook after the fifth suspect, Joseph Tarawalie, was arrested in connection with her son's tragic shooting death in Paulding County

Fifth Suspect Arrested in Tragic Shooting Death of Paulding County Boy Zander Whatley as Family Seeks Justice

Feb 26, 2025

The mother of 11-year-old Zander Trayvon Jmeer Whatley, who was shot and killed in his home in Paulding County on April 29, 2024, expressed ... read more

"Abandoned Medford-Peden Funeral Home in Cobb County, Atlanta, revealing boxes of cremated remains and chemical containers, highlighting the discovery of 57 sets of identified remains, including infants, following a police investigation post-fire incident."

Cobb County Authorities Identify 57 Sets of Cremated Remains Found in Abandoned Funeral Home

Feb 26, 2025

Officials have identified 57 sets of cremated remains, including those of infants, found in November 2022 at the Medford-Peden Funeral Home ... read more

"Clayton County police officer injured in gunfire exchange during SWAT standoff on Summer Chase Drive, Jonesboro, Atlanta – officer expected to recover while suspect remains in critical condition."

Clayton County Officer Injured in Gunfire Exchange with Suspect in Critical Condition Following SWAT Standoff

Feb 26, 2025

A Clayton County police officer was injured during a gunfire exchange with a suspect, who is currently in critical condition, following a st ... read more

Alt text: "Police investigation scene in Remerton, Georgia, following the fatal shooting of Brianna Long, a Valdosta State University student, on October 29, 2023. Two suspects, Tsion Clayton and Kimone Green,

Two Men Charged with Malice Murder in Valdosta Area Shooting of University Student Brianna Long

Feb 26, 2025

Two men, Tsion Clayton, 23, and Kimone Green, 21, have been charged with malice murder in the shooting death of 21-year-old Brianna Long in ... read more

"Fortune Jaquan Spencer, 30, convicted of murder and multiple felonies in Fulton County, stands in a courtroom during sentencing for the shooting death of his girlfriend, Sherika Monique Little, 24, outside a Sandy Springs hotel.

Atlanta Man Sentenced to Life in Prison for Murdering Girlfriend and Violent Crime Spree

Feb 25, 2025

Fortune Jaquan Spencer, 30, was sentenced to life in prison after a Fulton County jury found him guilty of murdering his girlfriend, Sherika ... read more

Alt text: "Handwritten thank-you notes from Westminster Schools students displayed on a table, expressing gratitude to search teams and volunteers for their efforts in locating missing teacher and coach Gary Jones at Lake Oconee, Georgia."

Community Rallies in Search for Missing Westminster Schools Teacher as Students Express Gratitude for Ongoing Efforts

Feb 25, 2025

Students from Westminster Schools are expressing gratitude to search teams looking for Gary Jones, a missing teacher and coach, who disappea ... read more

"Atlanta Public Safety Training Center construction site with police vehicles and training facilities in DeKalb County, highlighting ongoing legal battles over referendum rights and First Amendment issues related to the facility's completion status."

Atlanta Public Safety Training Center Legal Battle Resumes as Court Considers Mootness Amid Ongoing Construction

Feb 25, 2025

The legal dispute regarding the Atlanta Public Safety Training Center, which has been on hold for over a year, resumed as the U.S. Court of ... read more

"Police arrest 19-year-old Trevon Clarence Thomas at Cobb police headquarters following a shooting incident at Main Event entertainment center in Cobb County during a child's birthday party, where two men were injured. Image shows law enforcement officers securing the area outside the Cobb

Shooter Arrested After Gunfire Erupts at Child's Birthday Party in Cobb County Entertainment Center

Feb 25, 2025

Trevon Clarence Thomas, 19, of Stone Mountain, was arrested on Tuesday for allegedly shooting two men at the Main Event entertainment center ... read more

"Forsyth County rectory fire aftermath showing charred remains of the altar and blackened walls, highlighting the destruction caused by lightning strike during severe storms in metro Atlanta, affecting community of Catholic priests and their mission."

Lightning Strike Destroys Forsyth County Rectory Home of Local Priests Leaving Community in Shock and Support

Feb 25, 2025

On February 16, a lightning strike during severe storms caused a fire that destroyed the rectory of the Legionaries of Christ in Forsyth Cou ... read more

Alt text: "Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani in a courtroom, associated with the defamation case involving Fulton County election workers Ruby Freeman and Wandrea Moss. The image highlights the legal proceedings following Giuliani's false accusations of ballot fraud in

Rudy Giuliani Settles $148 Million Defamation Case with Fulton County Election Workers Ending Lengthy Legal Battle

Feb 25, 2025

Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani has settled a $148 million defamation judgment with Fulton County election workers Ruby Freeman and ... read more

Alt text: "DeKalb County Superior Court Judge Stacey Hydrick facing backlash for controversial social media post about Gaza civilians, highlighting the ongoing conflict and calls for her resignation from the Judicial Qualifications Commission."

DeKalb County Judge Faces Resignation Demands After Controversial Gaza Comments on Social Media

Feb 24, 2025

A DeKalb County Superior Court judge, Stacey Hydrick, is under pressure to resign following a controversial social media post in which she e ... read more

Alt text: "Cobb County police officers at the scene of a wellness check on Evian Way near Kennesaw, where a woman's body was discovered in a home, prompting an investigation into the incident."

Cobb County Police Investigate Woman Found Dead During Wellness Check Near Kennesaw

Feb 24, 2025

Cobb County police are investigating the death of a woman found inside a home during a wellness check on Evian Way near Kennesaw on Monday a ... read more

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