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Alt text: "Commuters waiting at the Chamblee MARTA station in Atlanta during rush hour, showcasing the importance of public transit amidst local traffic concerns. The image highlights the convenience of MARTA for daily commuters and the ongoing discussions about public

MARTA Commute: A Surprising Journey to Work That Challenges Atlanta's Transit Myths

Jun 29, 2025

Doug Turnbull, who recently joined 11Alive in Atlanta, shared his experience taking MARTA to work for the first time last Monday. He found t ... read more

Alt text: "Cindy Aguilar stands outside the ICE field office in downtown Atlanta, expressing concern for her father-in-law Jose Aguilar, who was detained after a traffic stop. The image highlights the emotional struggle of families facing difficulties in locating loved

Desperate Search: Family Struggles to Locate Missing Father-in-Law in ICE Custody in Atlanta

Jun 29, 2025

Cindy Aguilar of Haralson County has made three trips to the Immigration and Customs Enforcement field office in downtown Atlanta in search ... read more

"Crime scene at Coan Park in Atlanta, showing police tape and emergency responders after a shooting incident that left one man dead and another critically injured on Woodbine Avenue."

Gunfire Claims Life in Atlanta Park Shooting Leaving One Man Dead and Another Critically Injured

Jun 29, 2025

Gunfire at Coan Park in Atlanta on Saturday night resulted in the death of one man and left another in critical condition. Atlanta police re ... read more

Alt text: "Rob McKinney, a construction safety advocate in Clarksville, discusses the mental health challenges facing construction workers in Atlanta, highlighting high suicide rates and the need for better support systems during a community event."

Construction Industry Faces Mental Health Crisis as Suicide Rates Surge Among Workers in Georgia

Jun 29, 2025

Rob McKinney, a 52-year-old construction safety advocate from Clarksville, highlights the volatile and uncertain nature of the construction ... read more

Alt text: "Flooded Audi car at Silverbacks Park in DeKalb County after severe storm caused flash flooding in metro Atlanta, with waterlogged seats visible and mud covering the interior, highlighting the impact of heavy rainfall on local vehicles."

Severe Storm Floods Silverbacks Park in DeKalb County Leaving Cars Submerged and Drivers Stranded

Jun 29, 2025

On Friday night, a powerful storm caused flash flooding in metro Atlanta, severely damaging vehicles, including David Turrentine's Audi at S ... read more

"Severe thunderstorms impact Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, causing flight cancellations and delays; image shows dark storm clouds over the airport runway with lightning in the background."

Severe Friday Storms Disrupt Atlanta Airport Operations as Over 400 Flights Canceled and Delayed

Jun 28, 2025

On Friday evening, severe storms hit the metro Atlanta area, causing heavy rain, strong winds, and hail, which significantly impacted operat ... read more

"Residents of Roswell protest tree removal at historic Mimosa Hall & Gardens, highlighting concerns over wildlife loss and city redevelopment plans for Founders Park, with community organizer Kelly Callen expressing frustration over lack of transparency."

Roswell Residents Outraged Over Tree Loss and Wildlife Impact at Historic Mimosa Hall Redevelopment Project

Jun 27, 2025

Residents of Roswell are voicing strong opposition to the city government's redevelopment plans for Mimosa Hall & Gardens, an antebellum pro ... read more

Alt text: "Burke County Sheriff Alfonzo Williams speaking at a press conference, addressing budget disputes with county commissioners over sheriff's department funding and autonomy, highlighting ongoing legal battles in Georgia related to budgetary control."

Sheriffs in Georgia Take Legal Action Against County Commissioners Over Budget Control Disputes

Jun 27, 2025

Georgia sheriffs are challenging county commissioners in court over budget control, claiming excessive oversight hampers their ability to ma ... read more

Alt text: "Image of Douglas County Jail in Atlanta, where a woman, identified as Jane Doe, alleges she was subjected to months of physical and sexual abuse by corrections officers, leading to a federal lawsuit against the sheriff's office and former jailer

Douglas County Jail Under Fire After Detainee Alleges Months of Abuse and Pregnancy from Sexual Assault by Former Jailer

Jun 27, 2025

A woman, referred to as Jane Doe, has filed a federal lawsuit against Douglas County Sheriff Tim Pounds and several corrections officers, cl ... read more

"Residents of Atlanta's Fourth Ward gather on a porch to discuss the impact of the Atlanta Medical Center's closure, reflecting on its history and expressing concerns about future healthcare access in their community. The image captures a diverse group of longtime residents sharing memories and

Atlanta Medical Center Transformation Begins as Community Hopes for New Health Care Hub and Revitalization

Jun 27, 2025

On a hot Tuesday afternoon, longtime residents of Atlanta's Fourth Ward gathered to reminisce about the now-closed Atlanta Medical Center, a ... read more

"Texas Roadhouse restaurant exterior in Cumming, Georgia, where a jury found the establishment not liable for the tragic death of 13-year-old Leonardo Camacho, who was struck by a driver shortly after leaving the restaurant. The case highlights issues related

Texas Roadhouse Cleared of Liability in Tragic Death of 13-Year-Old Boy Struck by Drunk Driver in Cumming

Jun 27, 2025

A jury in Atlanta has determined that Texas Roadhouse is not liable for the death of 13-year-old Leonardo "Leo" Camacho, who was struck by a ... read more

Alt text: "Roya Shahidi, an Iranian American resident of Atlanta, expresses her heartbreak over the recent Israeli bombings in Tehran, reflecting the concerns of the local Iranian community regarding military actions and their impact on civilian safety."

Atlanta Iranian Americans Grapple with Heartbreak and Fear Amid Escalating Conflict in Tehran

Jun 26, 2025

Roya Shahidi, a 64-year-old Iranian American living in Atlanta, expressed her heartbreak over the recent Israeli bombing campaign in Tehran, ... read more

"Fireball sighting over Georgia captured in dramatic image, highlighting reports of a meteor streaking through the southeastern U.S. as shared by the American Meteor Society and Channel 2 Action News."

Mysterious Fireball Lights Up Southeastern Skies Sparking Meteor Sightings Across Georgia and Carolinas

Jun 26, 2025

On Thursday afternoon, reports of a fireball streaking across the southeastern U.S. inundated social media, with the American Meteor Society ... read more

"Atlanta Police arrest Jyquez Harvey, a 21-year-old suspect on the 'most wanted' list, at West End MARTA station for homicide, drug possession, and firearm charges, following the February 2023 shooting of Julian Kolb."

Atlanta Most Wanted Suspect Arrested at MARTA Station with Drugs and Gun After 2023 Homicide

Jun 26, 2025

On October 10, 2023, Jyquez Harvey, a 21-year-old man on the Atlanta Police Department's "most wanted" list for a 2023 homicide, was arreste ... read more

Alt text: "Scene outside Kroger grocery store in Clayton County where 17-year-old Qi’Adrian Gordon was shot and killed, with police investigating the crime and witnesses recounting the sound of gunshots."

Teenager Shot and Killed Outside Clayton County Kroger as Police Hunt for Suspect

Jun 26, 2025

A 17-year-old, Qi’Adrian Gordon, was shot and killed outside a Kroger grocery store on Tara Boulevard in Clayton County on Wednesday night. ... read more

"Severe storms in Atlanta caused widespread power outages, with downed trees and power lines visible in a suburban neighborhood after high winds reached up to 80 mph. Georgia Power and Georgia EMC reported over 25,000 customers without electricity as of Thursday

Severe Storms Leave Thousands in Atlanta Without Power as More Weather Warnings Loom

Jun 26, 2025

Thousands of Georgians experienced power outages on Thursday morning due to severe storms that swept across the state, with wind gusts reach ... read more

"Matthew and Wilairat 'Tuckey' Hernandez, a Georgia couple, stand outside the Forsyth County courthouse, holding a press conference after being acquitted of child abuse charges against their daughter Emma. The couple is filing a lawsuit against law

Georgia Couple Sues After Acquittal in Child Abuse Case Claims System Failed Their Sick Daughter

Jun 26, 2025

A Georgia couple, Matthew and Wilairat "Tuckey" Hernandez, have filed a lawsuit against multiple parties, including the Forsyth County Sheri ... read more

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