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Alt text: "Search and rescue teams near an empty boat spinning on Lake Allatoona, as authorities continue the search for missing 17-year-old Jackson Croft from Woodstock, Georgia, after the vessel was found circling in the popular recreational area

Search Underway for Missing Teen After Empty Boat Found Spinning on Lake Allatoona

Jun 06, 2025

Authorities are searching for 17-year-old Jackson Croft of Woodstock, who went missing after an empty boat was discovered spinning on Lake A ... read more

"Former Spalding County High School football coach Carl Kearney Jr. sentenced to 30 years for the murder of Patrina Best in Maryland; image shows Kearney in court during sentencing, highlighting the tragic outcome of the case that shocked

Former Atlanta High School Football Coach Sentenced to 30 Years for Murder of Maryland Nurse

Jun 06, 2025

Carl Kearney Jr., a former football coach at Spalding County High School, was sentenced to 30 years in prison for the murder of 38-year-old ... read more

Alt text: "Twin Pines Minerals headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, highlighting the company's financial struggles as it fails to provide a $2 million bond for titanium mining near the Okefenokee Swamp, amidst ongoing lawsuits and environmental concerns."

Twin Pines Minerals Fails to Provide $2 Million Bond for Controversial Titanium Mine Permit in Georgia

Jun 06, 2025

Twin Pines Minerals has not provided the required $2 million bond or collateral to obtain its permit for titanium mining near the Okefenokee ... read more

"Fourteen defendants convicted in a federal dogfighting case in Albany, Georgia, sentenced to a total of 343 months in prison, highlighting the serious consequences of organized crime related to animal cruelty."

Federal Dogfighting Case in Albany Results in 343 Months of Prison Time for 14 Convicted Defendants

Jun 06, 2025

Fourteen individuals convicted in a federal dogfighting case in Albany have been sentenced to a total of 343 months in prison, as announced ... read more

"Repair crews work on a water main break on Chamblee Dunwoody Road in Dunwoody, Atlanta, causing road closures and flooding hazards early Friday morning, with a large excavation visible near Harris Circle."

Dunwoody Road Closed Due to Water Main Break Crews Work to Repair Flooding Hazard

Jun 06, 2025

Crews are working to repair a water main break that has closed a section of Chamblee Dunwoody Road in Dunwoody, Georgia, from Harris Circle ... read more

Alt text: "Good Samaritan Gary Edwards intervenes during a carjacking attempt at a Chevron gas station in Marietta, Cobb County, helping to protect victims from suspect Rico Riley, who faces multiple charges including attempted armed robbery."

Cobb County Hero Stops Two Carjackings in Minutes Saving Victims from Violent Crime

Jun 05, 2025

On Monday evening, a good Samaritan, 66-year-old Gary Edwards, intervened during two carjackings in Cobb County, helping to prevent the susp ... read more

"Two men hospitalized after shooting incident at Greenbriar Mall in Atlanta, with police investigating the scene for details on the attack."

Two Men Hospitalized After Shooting Incident Near Greenbriar Mall in Atlanta

Jun 05, 2025

Two men were hospitalized on Thursday after being found shot at Greenbriar Mall in Atlanta. Authorities reported that the victims drove to t ... read more

Alt text: "Former Georgia deputy Alex Ross, 49, arrested for allegedly assaulting three women, including two officers, at the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council in Cobb County, highlighting serious allegations of violence and misconduct against law enforcement professionals."

Former Georgia Deputy Arrested for Assaulting Three Women Including Two Officers in Shocking Incident

Jun 05, 2025

Alex Ross, a former deputy in two Georgia sheriff's offices, was arrested on Monday in Cobb County for allegedly assaulting three women, inc ... read more

Alt text: "Westside residents gather at Lindsay Street Baptist Church in Atlanta for an emergency town hall meeting to protest Georgia Power's proposed substation in Vine City, highlighting concerns over environmental injustice and community impact."

Westside Residents Rally Against Georgia Power Substation in Historic Vine City Neighborhood

Jun 05, 2025

Dozens of Westside residents gathered at the Lindsay Street Baptist Church for an emergency town hall meeting to oppose Georgia Power's plan ... read more

Alt text: "Atlanta police headquarters news conference where Tasha Brown speaks about her husband, Javon Brown, who died after confronting burglars attempting to break into his truck. The image captures the emotional plea for justice and community safety following the tragic incident

Atlanta Family Mourns After Father Dies from Cardiac Arrest During Attempted Break-In Confrontation

Jun 05, 2025

Javon Brown, a 48-year-old pipe fitter from southwest Atlanta, died from cardiac arrest on January 17 after confronting young men breaking i ... read more

**Alt Text:** Former President Donald Trump announces new travel ban restrictions affecting citizens from a dozen countries, including Afghanistan and Iran, during a press conference in Atlanta. The policy aims to enhance national security following a recent attack linked to immigration concerns.

Trump Revives Controversial Travel Ban Targeting Dozen Countries Amid National Security Concerns

Jun 05, 2025

President Donald Trump has reinstated a travel ban, effective Monday, prohibiting entry to the United States for individuals from twelve cou ... read more

"Owner Jose Olague at his sportswear store in Plaza Fiesta, Buford Highway, Atlanta, showcasing jerseys and wrestling masks amid declining sales due to immigration fears."

Plaza Fiesta Business Owners Struggle as Immigration Fears and Tariffs Hit Atlanta Community Hard

Jun 04, 2025

Jose Olague, who has operated a sportswear store at Plaza Fiesta in Brookhaven for over a decade, reports a significant decline in sales, es ... read more

"Shameta Jones-Harrell, the first female police chief of Cobb County, seated at her executive desk during her swearing-in ceremony in Austell, Georgia, surrounded by family, friends, and local officials. The historic event marks a

Austell Welcomes First Female Police Chief Shameta Jones-Harrell as She Aims to Transform Community Policing

Jun 04, 2025

Shameta Jones-Harrell was sworn in as the first female police chief for any Cobb County police agency during a ceremony in Austell on March ... read more

Alt text: "Scene of a deadly shooting on Flat Shoals Road in DeKalb County, Atlanta, where a man was shot while driving his Ford F-150 truck. The truck is visibly damaged with a bullet hole in the rear driver’s

Man Shot and Killed on Busy DeKalb County Road During Early Morning Incident

Jun 04, 2025

A man was shot and killed while driving his Ford F-150 on Flat Shoals Road near I-20 in DeKalb County early Wednesday at around 2 a.m. The v ... read more

"Atlanta couple Anslie and Stephen Spitler standing in front of their new home in Hoschton, showcasing the suburban charm of metro Atlanta's housing market amid rising prices and interest rates. The image captures the Spitlers with their children

Unlocking Homeownership: How Assumable Mortgages are Changing the Game for Atlanta Buyers

Jun 04, 2025

During the pandemic-era home buying spree, Anslie and Stephen Spitler faced fierce competition in the Atlanta housing market, eventually pur ... read more

"Crime scene near Kiwanis Stadium in Forest Park, Atlanta, where two men were shot during a high school graduation celebration; police investigation ongoing."

Shooting Near Forest Park During High School Graduation Celebration Leaves Two Injured

Jun 04, 2025

Two individuals were shot on Tuesday evening near Kiwanis Stadium in Forest Park during a high school graduation celebration. Officers respo ... read more

Fulton County YSL Gang Case Ends Without Murder Convictions After Three Years of Legal Battles

Jun 04, 2025

The lengthy "Young Slime Life" gang and racketeering case in Fulton County has concluded without any murder convictions after three years an ... read more

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