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"U.S. Army Sergeant Quornelius Radford in custody after shooting incident at Fort Stewart, Georgia, injuring five soldiers; image shows military police securing the area during the lockdown following the gunfire."

Fort Stewart Soldier Arrested After Opening Fire Injuring Multiple Co-Workers in Disturbing Incident

Aug 07, 2025

A 28-year-old U.S. Army sergeant, Quornelius Radford, is in custody after allegedly opening fire at Fort Stewart in southeast Georgia on Wed ... read more

"Image of Fort Stewart military base, site of recent shootings involving soldiers, highlighting the ongoing issues of violence within the U.S. Army. The backdrop features the 2nd Brigade Combat Team barracks, where Spc. Shay A. Wilson fat

Fort Stewart Under Fire: Timeline of Violence at Base Links Recent Shooting to Past Tragedies

Aug 06, 2025

Three years prior to the shooting at Fort Stewart on Wednesday, which injured five soldiers, Spc. Shay A. Wilson was accused of fatally shoo ... read more

"Emergency response teams at Fort Stewart, Georgia, during lockdown following a shooting incident involving five soldiers, with law enforcement coordinating efforts to ensure safety."

Shooting Incident at Fort Stewart Leaves Five Soldiers Wounded as Base Goes on Lockdown

Aug 06, 2025

Five soldiers were shot at Fort Stewart in southeast Georgia on Wednesday, prompting a lockdown of the U.S. Army base around 11 a.m. The sit ... read more

Alt text: "Cobb County courthouse where Mahendra Patel's charges were dropped, highlighting the controversial Walmart incident involving a mother and her 2-year-old son. Legal representatives and family members gather, reflecting on the implications of the case and community reaction

Charges Dropped Against Man Accused of Attempted Kidnapping at Cobb County Walmart After Controversial Arrest

Aug 06, 2025

On Wednesday, Cobb County prosecutors decided to drop charges against Mahendra Patel, a 57-year-old man accused of attempting to abduct a 2- ... read more

"College Park police officers at the scene of an officer-involved shooting, where suspect Dwight Jaheem Robinson-Fikes, 31, was shot while fleeing from authorities investigating a prior shooting incident at an apartment complex near West Fayetteville Road in Atlanta."

College Park Police Involved in Shooting of Suspect Fleeing from Earlier Incident

Aug 06, 2025

On Tuesday evening, College Park police shot 31-year-old Dwight Jaheem Robinson-Fikes of Jonesboro while pursuing him as a suspect in a prio ... read more

Alt text: "FBI Special Agent in Charge Paul Brown addresses the media in Atlanta, discussing the 2024 crime statistics showing a 10.5% drop in violent crimes in Georgia. His remarks emphasize the importance of focused law enforcement efforts and

Georgia Violent Crime Rates Drop Significantly in 2024 as Atlanta Sees Major Homicide Decrease

Aug 06, 2025

In 2024, Georgia experienced a 10.5% decrease in violent crimes, with incidents occurring every 16 minutes, according to FBI data. While the ... read more

"Atlanta city officials announce increased police presence and new neighborhood task force on Edgewood Avenue to enhance safety after recent violence, including one death and 16 injuries during late-night street takeovers and unsanctioned parties."

Atlanta Officials Launch New Safety Measures for Edgewood Avenue After Deadly Weekend Violence

Aug 05, 2025

Atlanta city officials announced plans on Monday to enhance enforcement along Edgewood Avenue following a violent weekend that resulted in o ... read more

Alt text: "Former Atlanta police officer Kiran Kimbrough involved in the fatal roadside encounter with church deacon Johnny Hollman, who died after being Tasered during an arrest attempt in southwest Atlanta. The image highlights the ongoing discussions surrounding police

Fulton County Grand Jury Declines to Indict Former Atlanta Officer in Deacon's Death After Traffic Incident

Aug 05, 2025

On Monday, a Fulton County grand jury decided not to indict former Atlanta police officer Kiran Kimbrough in connection with the death of ch ... read more

Alt text: "Fairburn man Christopher Robertson arrested by federal authorities after making online racial threats against Jews and Black people, prompting increased security at Jewish facilities in Atlanta."

Fairburn Man Arrested After Racial Threats to Jews and Blacks Spark Federal Investigation in Atlanta

Aug 05, 2025

Christopher Robertson, a 42-year-old man from Fairburn, was arrested by federal authorities after a standoff on Friday, following allegation ... read more

Alt text: "Bishop Bobby Graham Jr. points to a bullet hole in the historic stained glass window of the National Divine Spiritual Church in Atlanta's Sweet Auburn neighborhood, highlighting the ongoing gun violence and safety concerns in the area, particularly after nightlife events

Gun Violence Rises in Historic Sweet Auburn Neighborhood as Community Calls for Action

Aug 04, 2025

Bishop Bobby Graham Jr. of the National Divine Spiritual Church in Atlanta highlighted the ongoing issue of gun violence in the Sweet Auburn ... read more

Alt text: "DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office warning about phone scams targeting residents, with a focus on impersonation of police demanding payments. Local law enforcement advises citizens to verify calls and report suspicious activity to protect against fraud."

Beware Atlanta Residents Scammers Impersonating Police to Collect Payments by Phone

Aug 04, 2025

The DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about scammers impersonating police to collect payments over the phone. These calls, ... read more

"Warner Robins police respond to domestic violence incident involving suspect Jesus Chavez-Ledesma, who exchanged gunfire and set fire to a shed on Louis Street, Houston County, Atlanta."

Man Hospitalized After Gunfire Exchange with Police and Shed Fire in Houston County Incident

Aug 03, 2025

A man was hospitalized on Sunday morning after exchanging gunfire with police and setting fire to a shed during a domestic violence incident ... read more

"Brookhaven pedestrian accident scene on Peachtree Road, where a hit-and-run incident occurred early Sunday, resulting in a fatality; police investigate the crime as traffic is redirected near Brookhaven Park."

Brookhaven Tragedy: Pedestrian Killed in Hit and Run on Peachtree Road as Authorities Search for Driver

Aug 03, 2025

A pedestrian was killed early Sunday after being struck by a vehicle that fled the scene on Peachtree Road near Dresden Drive in Brookhaven. ... read more

"Passengers navigate through Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport amidst ongoing flight delays and cancellations due to severe weather, with 207 flights delayed and 67 canceled as of Saturday morning, impacting Delta Airlines operations."

Travel Chaos at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport as Weather Causes 207 Flight Delays and 67 Cancellations

Aug 02, 2025

Travelers at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport are facing ongoing delays and cancellations, with 207 flights delayed and 67 c ... read more

"Atlanta rapper Quavo speaks at the launch of the Rocket Foundation's emergency therapy fund, aimed at supporting children and families affected by gun violence in Atlanta. The initiative follows a string of shootings that left two dead and numerous injured, highlighting the urgent need

Quavo Launches Emergency Therapy Fund for Atlanta Families Affected by Gun Violence

Aug 02, 2025

Atlanta rapper Quavo and the Rocket Foundation are launching an emergency therapy fund to assist children and families affected by recent gu ... read more

"Atlanta police increase reward to $25,000 for information on brutal stabbing of Katie Janness at Piedmont Park, highlighting ongoing investigation into unsolved crime that shocked the Midtown community."

Reward for Tips in Piedmont Park Stabbing Case Soars to 25000 as Community Demands Justice for Katie Janness

Aug 01, 2025

The reward for information leading to an arrest in the 2021 stabbing of Katie Janness at Piedmont Park has increased to $25,000, according t ... read more

Alt text: "Fulton County Sheriff Patrick Labat speaks at a press conference addressing inmate medical care issues at Rice Street Jail, following a lawsuit over the death of inmate Christopher Smith due to inadequate treatment for sepsis and internal infection, highlighting ongoing concerns

Fulton County Jail Under Fire Again as Family Files Lawsuit After Inmate Dies from Untreated Infection

Aug 01, 2025

Fulton County Sheriff Patrick Labat and several jail staff are facing a lawsuit from the family of Christopher Smith, who died in August 202 ... read more

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