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Alt text: "Heartfelt tribute to Chase Childers, a heroic Paulding County man who drowned while rescuing a family at Pawleys Island, South Carolina. The image features a touching Facebook post from his mother, Nancy Childers, honoring her

Heroic Paulding County Man Drowns While Rescuing Family in South Carolina Tribute from Grieving Mother Highlights His Courage and Legacy

Jul 17, 2025

Nancy Childers shared a heartfelt tribute on Facebook following the tragic drowning of her son, Anderson "Chase" Childers, 38, who died whil ... read more

"Rivian electric vehicle startup announces new East Coast headquarters in Atlanta, with plans to hire 500 employees by 2025; image shows the Junction Krog District building along the Beltline Eastside Trail, highlighting Atlanta's growing role in EV

Rivian Chooses Atlanta for East Coast Headquarters Creating Hundreds of Jobs and Boosting Local Economy

Jul 17, 2025

Electric vehicle startup Rivian announced on Thursday that it will establish its East Coast headquarters in Atlanta, planning to hire hundre ... read more

Alt text: "Jayden Daniel, a 16-year-old accused of murdering his stepfather David Gay in May, was arrested in DeKalb County with assistance from the U.S. Marshals Service. The image depicts a police vehicle outside the

Teen Arrested in DeKalb for Allegedly Killing Stepfather in Shocking Family Tragedy

Jul 17, 2025

A 16-year-old, Jayden Daniel, was arrested in DeKalb County on charges of murdering his stepfather, David Gay, on May 13, according to the N ... read more

"Collie Greenwood, former MARTA chief executive, announces his early retirement due to immigration and personal matters, marking the end of his leadership in Atlanta's public transportation agency."

MARTA CEO Collie Greenwood Steps Down Amid Personal and Immigration Challenges Rhonda Allen Named Interim Leader

Jul 17, 2025

Collie Greenwood is stepping down as the chief of MARTA due to immigration and personal matters, opting for early retirement. Rhonda Allen w ... read more

"Atlanta crime scene at Park Vista apartments where 34-year-old Jonathan Lawson was arrested for the January shooting death of Jerrell Cullins, highlighting ongoing violence in southeast Atlanta's Custer-McDonough-Guice neighborhood."

Southeast Atlanta Man Arrested for January Shooting Death at Dangerous Apartment Complex

Jul 17, 2025

Jonathan Lawson, 34, was arrested on July 11 in connection with the January 9 shooting death of Jerrell Cullins, 35, at the Park Vista apart ... read more

Alt text: "Close-up of a spotted lanternfly, an invasive pest threatening Georgia's agriculture, with distinctive black spots on grayish-brown wings, reported frequently in Fulton County this summer."

Invasive Spotted Lanternfly Sightings Surge in Georgia This Summer Experts Urge Public to Report and Eliminate Threat

Jul 17, 2025

An invasive insect known as the spotted lanternfly has been increasingly spotted in Fulton County, Georgia, this summer, with 19 confirmed s ... read more

"Memorial for Cooper Mills Harris, a toddler who tragically died after being left in a hot car in Cobb County, Georgia, highlighting the need for improved child safety measures and awareness to prevent similar tragedies."

Tragic Case of Cobb County Toddler's Death Sparks Urgent Call for Hot Car Safety Measures in Georgia

Jul 17, 2025

Cooper Mills Harris, who would have turned 13 soon, tragically died in July 2014 after being left in his father's SUV in a Cobb County parki ... read more

Alt text: "DeKalb County police investigate a home on Carillon Lane where two children were injured after a firearm, linked to an armed robbery, accidentally discharged. The incident involved a 7-year-old shot in the leg and a 3

Two Children Injured in DeKalb County After Finding Stolen Firearm Linked to Armed Robbery

Jul 17, 2025

Two children were injured on Wednesday in a DeKalb County home after a 7-year-old discovered a firearm linked to an armed robbery, which acc ... read more

"Image of a large data center in Atlanta, Georgia, showcasing the growing trend of data center development amid a pause in the Development of Regional Impact (DRI) review process. The facility represents the surge in power-hungry projects, highlighting concerns

Georgia Pauses Data Center Reviews Amid Unprecedented Development Surge Raising Environmental Concerns

Jul 17, 2025

As data center development in Georgia experiences a significant surge, the Department of Community Affairs has temporarily halted regional r ... read more

Alt text: "Injured concertgoers receiving assistance at Vine City MARTA station after escalator malfunction during Beyoncé concert, highlighting MARTA's crowd management failures and safety concerns."

Beyoncé Concert Escalator Accident Sparks Outrage Over MARTA's Safety Claims and Crowd Management Failures

Jul 16, 2025

Beyoncé concertgoers injured in an escalator malfunction at the Vine City MARTA station are disputing the agency's claim that a "stampede" c ... read more

Alt text: "Michael Howard, former state court solicitor of Washington County, resigns amid allegations of improperly dismissing DUI cases as part of a deal with public defender Johnny Vines, sparking controversy among county officials in Middle Georgia."

Middle Georgia Prosecutor Resigns Amid Allegations of Case Dismissals and Judge Feud

Jul 16, 2025

Michael Howard resigned as the state court solicitor in Washington County, Georgia, on July 11, 2023, amid allegations of improperly dismiss ... read more

"Off-duty Atlanta police officer Garrett Rolfe outside X Midtown bar after altercation, showcasing the ongoing issues of police accountability and community trust in Atlanta. The incident has sparked renewed discussions following Rolfe's controversial past involving the shooting of Rayshard Brooks in

Midtown Bar Brawl Involving Off Duty Officer Sparks Fresh Calls for Police Accountability in Atlanta

Jul 16, 2025

A recent altercation between off-duty Atlanta police officer Garrett Rolfe and a Midtown bar employee has sparked renewed calls for police a ... read more

Alt text: "Skywatchers in Atlanta prepare for the Southern Delta Aquariids meteor shower, with a clear night sky and minimal light pollution, ideal for viewing up to 20 meteors per hour originating from the constellation Aquarius."

Atlanta Skywatchers Gear Up for July Meteor Showers with Southern Delta Aquariids and Perseids

Jul 16, 2025

Avid skywatchers in Georgia can look forward to two major meteor showers this July: the Southern Delta Aquariids from July 28 to August 12, ... read more

"Search teams in Amerson River Park, Macon, Georgia, as authorities look for missing girls and man after they vanished in the river; dive teams and local law enforcement conduct search efforts."

Search Underway for Missing Girls and Man in Middle Georgia River After Disappearance in Amerson Park

Jul 16, 2025

Authorities are searching for three individuals, including two girls aged 7 and 10, who disappeared in the Amerson River in Macon, Georgia, ... read more

Alt text: "Cherokee County deputies investigate the scene of a domestic homicide on Daventry Crossing in Woodstock, Atlanta, where 48-year-old Tenisha Williams was fatally shot by her husband Kelvin Williams during a dispute. The incident marks only the

Cherokee County Man Charged with Murder in Domestic Shooting of Wife as Homicide Rates Remain Low

Jul 15, 2025

Kelvin Williams, 47, has been charged with murder, first-degree cruelty to children, and two counts of aggravated assault following the shoo ... read more

**Alt Text:** "Demond Crump Jr. in his wheelchair at the family business, Reign Premium Sanitary Napkins, reflecting on a controversial incident at Cumberland Mall in Atlanta that sparked viral outrage over treatment of individuals with disabilities."

Cumberland Mall Incident Sparks Outrage as Family Fights for Disability Rights in Atlanta

Jul 15, 2025

MCDONOUGH — The Crump family is grappling with an incident that occurred at Cumberland Mall during a pop-up vendor event tied to Major Leagu ... read more

Alt text: "10-year-old Zoya Zolfaghari smiles brightly, resembling her late father Shahriar Zolfaghari, who was tragically killed in a shooting while working as a Lyft driver in Atlanta. Zoya's mother, Cam

Justice Delayed But Not Denied: Alleged Killer of Atlanta Lyft Driver Shahriar Zolfaghari Finally Charged After Years of Grief

Jul 15, 2025

Ten-year-old Zoya Zolfaghari, who has no memories of her father Shahriar Zolfaghari, is learning about him through her mother, Camila Zolfag ... read more

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