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Alt text: "Georgia State Senator Randy Robertson speaks about the ongoing fight to make cockfighting illegal in Georgia, the only state without such a law, highlighting the link between animal cruelty and violence in communities."

Georgia Remains Last State Without Cockfighting Law as Bill Falls Short Again

Apr 07, 2025

For the fourth consecutive year, a bill to criminalize cockfighting in Georgia fell short in the state Legislature, leaving the state as the ... read more

Alt text: "Scene of the Gwinnett County apartment complex shooting at Parc at 1695, where two men, Rudy Ervin Garcia and Christian Villarreal Rocha, were found dead from gunshot wounds late Sunday night. Police investigating the incident

Deadly Shooting at Gwinnett County Apartment Complex Claims Two Lives in Late Night Incident

Apr 06, 2025

A shooting at the Parc at 1695 apartments in Gwinnett County late Sunday night resulted in the deaths of two men, 34-year-old Rudy Ervin Gar ... read more

"Police investigate crime scene at Victory Fuels gas station in Cartersville, where a man was found shot to death late Friday night, leading to the arrest of a woman on-site."

Woman Arrested After Man Found Shot Dead in Cartersville Gas Station Parking Lot

Apr 06, 2025

A woman has been arrested following the shooting death of a man at a parking lot in Cartersville, Georgia, on Friday night. Police responded ... read more

"Crime scene at Dillons Sports Bar in Gwinnett County, Atlanta, where a fatal shooting occurred early Sunday morning, with police investigating shell casings in the parking lot and nearby nail salon."

Gunfire Erupts at Gwinnett Sports Bar Leaving Young Man Dead in Homicide Investigation

Apr 06, 2025

A man in his early 20s was killed early Sunday morning in a shooting at Dillons Sports Bar located in the 800 block of Dogwood Road in Gwinn ... read more

Alt text: "Deceased brown horse lying on the sidewalk at the intersection of Peachtree Street and Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in downtown Atlanta, surrounded by a water jug, as shocked pedestrians observe the tragic scene. Atlanta police and fire department

Mysterious Horse Death Shocks Downtown Atlanta as Investigation Unfolds on Peachtree Street

Apr 06, 2025

A horse was found dead on the sidewalk of Peachtree Street in downtown Atlanta on Sunday morning, as reported by South Downtown ATL. The org ... read more

"Police investigate crime scene on Mayson Turner Road in northwest Atlanta, where a man was fatally shot in a late-night incident, highlighting recent surge in local gun violence."

Three Shootings in Northwest Atlanta Leave One Dead and Two Injured in Four Hour Span

Apr 05, 2025

One man was killed and two others were injured in separate shootings across northwest Atlanta on Saturday, with the first incident occurring ... read more

Alt text: "Public visitation for Atlanta rapper Young Scooter, also known as Kenneth Bailey, at Donald Trimble Mortuary in Decatur, scheduled for Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. The event honors the late musician who died on his

Atlanta Rapper Young Scooter to be Remembered with Public Visitation and Funeral Following Tragic Death on His Birthday

Apr 04, 2025

A public visitation for Atlanta rapper Young Scooter, born Kenneth Bailey, is scheduled for Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. at Donald Trimble Mor ... read more

"Seismic activity in Georgia: Map highlighting recent earthquake locations in Columbia County and Chattooga County, showcasing the small tremors recorded in Grovetown and Trion, with magnitudes below 2.5."

Georgia Shaken Not Stirred: Three Minor Earthquakes Rattle Northern Region This Week

Apr 04, 2025

Three small earthquakes were recorded in northern Georgia this week, with the latest occurring in Columbia County near Augusta on Wednesday ... read more

Alt text: "Colt Gray, the 14-year-old suspect in the Apalachee High School shooting, seeks a venue change for his trial from Barrow County due to concerns over pre-trial publicity and potential bias from local jurors

Colt Gray Seeks Change of Venue for High-Profile School Shooting Trial Amid Concerns of Bias in Barrow County

Apr 04, 2025

Colt Gray, the 14-year-old suspect in the deadly Apalachee High School shooting on September 4, is seeking a change of venue for his trial, ... read more

Alt text: "Gwinnett County courtroom where 20-year-old Jesus Monroy faces charges for the murder of his pregnant girlfriend, Mia Campos, who was 16 years old. Monroy has been indicted on multiple charges, including malice murder

Gwinnett County Man Granted Bond in Pregnant Teen's Murder Case After New Charges Added

Apr 04, 2025

Jesus Monroy, 20, was granted a $150,000 bond by Gwinnett County Superior Court Judge Tuwanda Williams after being indicted on additional ch ... read more

"Crime scene near Wells Fargo bank in Gwinnett County, Atlanta, where 19-year-old Xavier Tyler Stephens was fatally shot at Shackleford Road and Steve Reynolds Boulevard. Police investigate the incident with crime scene tape visible."

19 Year Old Fatally Shot Near Busy Gwinnett County Bank Investigation Underway

Apr 04, 2025

A 19-year-old man, identified as Xavier Tyler Stephens, was fatally shot near a bank at the intersection of Shackleford Road and Steve Reyno ... read more

MARTA to Begin Five Points Station Renovation This May After Lengthy Delays and Permit Disputes

Apr 03, 2025

MARTA will begin renovations at the Five Points Station on May 17 after a 10-month delay caused by disputes with the city of Atlanta over pe ... read more

Alt text: "Atlanta rapper Young Thug, real name Jeffery Williams, speaks outside the Fulton County courthouse after a judge ruled he will not be sent to prison for a controversial social media post about a gang trial witness, highlighting ongoing tensions between his

Young Thug Avoids Prison Time Despite Social Media Post Controversy in Fulton County Case

Apr 03, 2025

Atlanta rapper Young Thug, whose real name is Jeffery Williams, will not face prison time for a social media post that prosecutors argued th ... read more

"Griffin police officers investigating the scene of a shooting on North Avenue in Spalding County, where a 15-year-old was seriously injured on Wednesday night."

Teenager Seriously Injured in Spalding County Shooting Investigated by Griffin Police

Apr 03, 2025

A 15-year-old boy was seriously injured in a shooting in Spalding County on Wednesday night. Griffin police responded to the 800 block of No ... read more

"Chamblee police officer Brandi Boddy engages with a child at the scene of a recent car accident, highlighting the importance of autism awareness and specialized training for law enforcement in Atlanta. This training aims to improve interactions with individuals on the autism spectrum

Chamblee Police Enhance Autism Awareness Training to Improve Interactions with Autistic Individuals

Apr 03, 2025

Chamblee police officer Brandi Boddy recently encountered a situation involving an autistic child during a car accident response, prompting ... read more

Alt text: "Atlanta rapper Young Thug, also known as Jeffrey Williams, faces probation revocation after posting a photo of gang investigator Marissa Viverito, leading to online threats against her and Fulton County DA Fani Willis. The case highlights

Fulton County District Attorney Seeks Probation Revocation for Young Thug After Social Media Post Sparks Threats Against Witness

Apr 03, 2025

Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis has filed a motion to revoke rapper Young Thug's probation, citing his online post of a photo of ... read more

Alt text: "DeKalb County Juvenile Court building, where a 16-year-old is being prosecuted for the fatal shooting of MARTA bus driver Leroy Ramos, highlighting local crime news in Atlanta."

Teen Charged in MARTA Bus Driver Shooting to Face Juvenile Court in DeKalb County

Apr 02, 2025

A 16-year-old accused of fatally shooting MARTA bus driver Leroy Ramos on January 3 will be prosecuted in juvenile court in DeKalb County, a ... read more

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