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"Police officers and investigators outside Claxton Regional Youth Detention Center following a shooting incident involving a masked gunman, with several suspects taken into custody in southeast Georgia, Atlanta crime news."

Gunman Opens Fire Near Georgia Youth Detention Center Prompting Lockdown and Multiple Arrests

Jul 13, 2025

On Sunday, several individuals were taken into custody following a shooting incident at the Claxton Regional Youth Detention Center in south ... read more

Alt text: "Crowd of excited fans dressed in rhinestones and cowboy hats arriving at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in downtown Atlanta for Beyoncé's concert, amidst the backdrop of traffic signs warning of congestion due to major events like the MLB All-Star Game and WWE

Atlanta Gears Up for Epic Weekend with Beyoncé, MLB All-Star Game, and WWE Showdown

Jul 13, 2025

Beyoncé's concerts at Mercedes-Benz Stadium and the MLB All-Star Game festivities at Truist Park are set to draw large crowds in downtown At ... read more

Alt text: "Police arrest Damaree Baker, 23, at a Cobb County apartment complex following a deadly attempted carjacking incident on the Fourth of July that resulted in one man dead and another injured. The 300 Riverside Apartments in M

Deadly Carjacking Attempt Leads to Arrest in Cobb County as Police Crack Down on Violent Crime at Troubled Apartment Complex

Jul 11, 2025

On July 4, an attempted carjacking at the 300 Riverside Apartments in Mableton resulted in a fatal shooting, leading to the arrest of 23-yea ... read more

Alt text: "Logan Wayne Hart, 20, arrested for first-degree child cruelty in Flowery Branch, Georgia, after allegedly causing severe burn injuries to his infant son, highlighting alarming child abuse cases in Atlanta."

Georgia Man Arrested for Horrific Burns to Infant Son in Flowery Branch Case

Jul 11, 2025

A Georgia man, Logan Wayne Hart, has been charged with severely burning his infant son in Flowery Branch on June 27, according to Hall Count ... read more

"Tribute to Josephine Hardin, Atlanta attorney and Emory Law graduate, who tragically lost her life in Texas flooding during July Fourth weekend, remembered for her leadership, community service, and dedication to medical malpractice law."

Atlanta Attorney Josephine Hardin Presumed Dead in Texas Flooding Tragedy During July Fourth Holiday

Jul 11, 2025

Josephine Hardin, an Atlanta attorney and Emory University School of Law graduate, is presumed dead following severe flooding in central Tex ... read more

"Jerry Johnson reflects on his son Jacob's tragic death outside an IHOP in DeKalb County, Atlanta, as he shares memories of family vacations and the impact of Jacob's murder on their lives. The image captures Johnson's emotional moment during a

Atlanta Father Finds Closure After Son's Tragic Death as Killer Receives Life Sentence

Jul 10, 2025

Jerry Johnson reflected on family trips with his late son, Jacob Johnson, who was fatally shot at an IHOP in DeKalb County on July 15, 2023. ... read more

Alt text: "Fulton County Board of Commissioners meeting discussing the resolution to exit the Westside Tax Allocation District, impacting funding for affordable housing and economic development in Vine City and English Avenue, Atlanta."

Fulton County Considers Pulling Funding from Westside Tax Allocation District Sparking Concerns for Affordable Housing and Community Development

Jul 10, 2025

Fulton County is contemplating a resolution to exit the Westside Tax Allocation District, which would cut off funding essential for economic ... read more

"Henry County man stands in front of his house where a meteorite crashed through the roof, illustrating the unexpected event that occurred 30 miles south of Atlanta after a fireball lit up the Georgia sky on June 26. The image captures the aftermath

Henry County Man Discovers Meteorite After Dramatic Fireball Crash Through Roof

Jul 10, 2025

A Henry County man experienced an extraordinary event when a meteorite, visible as a fireball across the sky, crashed through his roof on Ju ... read more

Alt text: "Magali Bonilla, 21, stands outside the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) field office in Atlanta, Georgia, where her mother Maria Bonilla was taken into custody during a routine check-in. This incident highlights the increasing

ICE Arrests Legal Immigrant During Routine Check-In in Atlanta Sparking Concerns for Poultry Industry and Families

Jul 10, 2025

On May 1, 2023, Magali Bonilla, 21, accompanied her mother Maria to an ICE check-in in Atlanta, which turned into a custody situation as Mar ... read more

**Alt Text:** A serene view of the Chattahoochee River at Garrard Landing in Roswell, Georgia, where Frank Young, a 59-year-old New Yorker, heroically attempted to save a mother and her 4-year-old

Heroic Fisherman Drowns While Rescuing Mother and Daughter from Chattahoochee River in Roswell

Jul 10, 2025

On July 2, Frank Young, a 59-year-old New Yorker who had recently moved to metro Atlanta, drowned while attempting to save a 4-year-old girl ... read more

"Former President Donald Trump addresses Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva in a letter announcing a 50% tariff on Brazilian imports, linked to the trial of ex-President Jair Bolsonaro, highlighting the intersection of personal grievances and trade policy in U.S

Trump Targets Brazil with 50 Percent Import Tariff Amid Bolsonaro Trial Controversy

Jul 10, 2025

On August 1, President Donald Trump announced a 50% import tax on Brazil, linking the decision to the trial of former Brazilian president Ja ... read more

"Gwinnett County police investigate the murder scene in Lilburn where 21-year-old Jorge De La Cruz suffered fatal injuries during an assault, leading to charges against his roommate Martin Montiel-Moreno for felony murder."

Lilburn Man Charged with Murder in Roommate Death After Fourth of July Assault

Jul 09, 2025

A Lilburn man, Martin Montiel-Moreno, has been charged with murder following the death of his 21-year-old roommate, Jorge De La Cruz, who su ... read more

"Image of Dunwoody Fourth of July parade incident showing a Ford F-150 truck involved in a crash that injured several pedestrians, including children. The truck was left in motion during a driver switch, leading to misdemeanor reckless driving charges for both drivers

Dunwoody Fourth of July Parade Chaos: Truck Crash Injures Seven Including Children, Drivers Charged with Reckless Driving

Jul 09, 2025

Dunwoody police reported that a truck hauling a trailer during the Fourth of July parade was left in motion while the drivers switched seats ... read more

Alt text: "Georgia Department of Natural Resources game warden at the scene of a fatal shooting incident involving a man with a knife at the intersection of Brent Road and U.S. 341 in Lamar County, near Barnesville, highlighting the ongoing issues

Game Warden Fatally Shoots Knife-Wielding Man in Lamar County Incident

Jul 09, 2025

On Tuesday afternoon, a Georgia Department of Natural Resources game warden fatally shot 28-year-old Dante Romearo Smith in Lamar County aft ... read more

Alt text: "Brian Nichols, a USDA inspector, gently taps on a watermelon in the bed of a Ford pickup truck at the Cordele State Farmers Market, demonstrating the traditional method of checking for ripeness by sound, as part of his role in

Mastering the Art of Melon Selection: How Experts in Cordele Ensure Perfect Watermelons for Your Summer Table

Jul 09, 2025

CORDELE — Brian Nichols, an inspector for the Georgia Federal-State Inspection Service, uses a unique method of tapping and patting watermel ... read more

Alt text: "Sedrick Moore, a wrongfully convicted man from Moultrie, Georgia, speaks during a press conference about his lawsuit against the city and law enforcement for his 21 years of imprisonment for a crime he didn’t commit,

Sedrick Moore Fights for Justice After 21 Years of Wrongful Imprisonment in Georgia Case

Jul 09, 2025

Sedrick Moore, who spent 21 years in prison for a rape he did not commit in Moultrie, Georgia, is now seeking justice after his conviction w ... read more

Alt text: "Young participants enjoying activities at the At-Promise Center's Field Day in Atlanta, highlighting city-run youth programs aimed at reducing gun violence and crime among youth in metro Atlanta. The event, attended by over 700 kids, featured games

Atlanta Youth Programs Lead to Decrease in Gun Violence and Crime Among Teens

Jul 09, 2025

Crime and gun violence among young people in the metro Atlanta area are on the decline, attributed largely to city-run youth programs rather ... read more

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