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The article discusses a domestic disturbance incident that occurred at a Buckhead apartment complex involving a woman and her boyfriend. The situation escalated, leading to gunshots being fired shortly after police were present at the scene. Officers had initially allowed the man to leave

Police Respond to Domestic Dispute in Buckhead Apartment Complex

Oct 31, 2025

A domestic disturbance occurred at a Buckhead apartment complex involving a woman and her boyfriend. Initially, officers allowed the man to ... read more

The article discusses the criminal activities of former Stonecrest mayor Jason Lary, who was sentenced to prison for misappropriating federal COVID-19 relief funds. The text mentions his release and the community's reaction, highlighting the impact of his actions on local

Former mayor jailed for pocketing COVID relief funds from Stonecrest residents

Oct 31, 2025

Jason Lary, the former mayor of Stonecrest, Georgia, was recently released from prison after serving more than two years for misappropriatin ... read more

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One of the victims, who’d gone cruising in a 24-foot pontoon boat on a full-moon night in the small hours of July 24, 2021, recalled how she and six others on

Victims and Families Speak Out After Fatal Lake Tobesofkee Boat Crash

Oct 30, 2025

Macon - Victims and relatives affected by a tragic boat crash on Lake Tobesofkee four years ago expressed their grief during a homicide sent ... read more

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A group of middle school students in North Georgia became ill after consuming kratom gummies. The substance, which has opioid-like

Georgia students hospitalized after consuming kratom gummies at school

Oct 30, 2025

A group of North Georgia middle school students became ill on Wednesday after consuming kratom gummies, which were later confirmed as the ca ... read more

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Attorneys representing a man accused of threatening to “shoot up” Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport asked a federal judge during a hearing Wednesday to move him to a mental health facility or place him on house arrest

Judge Denies Request to Move Airport Threat Suspect to Mental Health Facility

Oct 30, 2025

Attorneys representing a man accused of threatening to shoot up Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport requested during a federal ... read more

The article discusses the arrest of Jessica Maria Motes, 36, who was taken into custody after the remains of a child were discovered in the trunk of her vehicle in Hall County. She is facing felony charges related to concealing the death of another

Woman Arrested After Child Remains Found in Car Trunk in Hall County

Oct 29, 2025

Jessica Maria Motes, 36, was arrested on Sunday after the remains of a child were discovered in the trunk of her car in Hall County. She has ... read more

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One of the most dangerous nights for pedestrians is even riskier this year since the holiday falls on Friday, according to AAA Auto Club Group. That means more foot traffic and weekend parties that could lead to an uptick

Halloween weekend poses increased risks for pedestrians and drivers this year

Oct 29, 2025

One of the most dangerous nights for pedestrians is even riskier this year since Halloween falls on a Friday, according to AAA Auto Club Gro ... read more

The cleaned and coherent article text describes a recent conviction in Atlanta related to a fatal boating accident. Eric Delma Head, who was operating a speedboat that collided with a pontoon boat, was found guilty of homicide by vessel, resulting in the death

Man Found Guilty of Homicide by Vessel in Fatal Speedboat Crash

Oct 29, 2025

Macon — Eric Delma Head, 61, was found guilty of homicide by vessel in connection with a tragic incident that occurred four years ago. Head ... read more

The article discusses a shooting incident at Harold's Chicken and Ice Bar in Gwinnett County, where the general manager, George Wright, had to take cover as a man fired a machine gun into the establishment. Employees, primarily women, were instructed to

Gunfire Erupts at Gwinnett County Bar as Manager Protects Employees

Oct 29, 2025

A man was firing into Harold's Chicken and Ice Bar with a machine gun, prompting the general manager, George Wright, to take immediate actio ... read more

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Two metro Atlanta parents, William King and Amber Rivera, are facing

Parents arrested after infant girl suffers over 30 broken bones in crash

Oct 28, 2025

Two metro Atlanta parents, William King and Amber Rivera, both 20, are facing serious allegations after their infant daughter reportedly suf ... read more

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The officer was in his patrol vehicle talking to the firefighter in front of the store on East College Street. The unusual saga began when the suspect, identified as Diamond Daspin Seltzer, 32, of Wright

Police Officer Shoots Man Wielding Sword in Wrightsville Gas Station Attack

Oct 28, 2025

A police officer in Wrightsville shot and killed a man wielding a sword after he attacked a firefighter outside a convenience store early Mo ... read more

**Alt Text:** "Atlanta man Jason Broce, 43, arrested for DUI and child endangerment after a hit-and-run incident near Bartow County; two children were in his truck during the arrest."

Georgia official's husband charged with DUI-child endangerment after hit-and-run

Oct 28, 2025

Jason Broce, 43, is facing charges of DUI-child endangerment and multiple other offenses following a hit-and-run incident on October 16 near ... read more

The article discusses an officer-involved shooting that occurred in northwest Atlanta, specifically near a Family Dollar store located at 2045 Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway. The Atlanta police are currently investigating the incident.

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Investigation Underway After Officer-Involved Shooting in Northwest Atlanta

Oct 28, 2025

An investigation is ongoing following an officer-involved shooting that occurred Monday night in northwest Atlanta. Details are limited, but ... read more

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A Fulton County judge has been sued by a young woman she jailed after the then-21-year-old testified in support of her mother during contentious divorce proceedings. The state’s judicial misconduct watchdog has already said Superior Court Judge

Judge Shermela Williams Sued for Locking Young Woman in Courthouse Cell

Oct 27, 2025

A Fulton County judge, Shermela Williams, has been sued by Molly Dennis, a young woman she jailed after Dennis testified in support of her m ... read more

A 26-year-old man was shot and killed Saturday night by deputies outside a Cherokee County home, where his mother’s decaying body was found inside, authorities said. Deputies had responded to a wellness check around 6:45 p.m.

Man shot by deputies outside home where mother found dead in Cherokee County

Oct 26, 2025

A 26-year-old man was shot and killed Saturday night by deputies outside a Cherokee County home, where his mother’s decaying body was found ... read more

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A Gwinnett County firefighter was injured and nine others were forced to evacuate after the roof of

Firefighters Injured and Evacuated After Roof Collapse During Gwinnett Fire

Oct 26, 2025

A Gwinnett County firefighter was injured and nine others were evacuated after the roof of an office building collapsed during a fire on Sat ... read more

The article discusses the mysterious disappearance of NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal's customized Range Rover while en route from North Georgia to Atlanta. The Lumpkin County Sheriff’s Office was notified of the missing vehicle, highlighting the ongoing investigation into the incident

Shaquille O'Neal's Customized Range Rover Mysteriously Disappears in Atlanta

Oct 25, 2025

Details began to quickly unravel as the investigation kicked into gear. The investigation has been explained from a company that picked up t ... read more

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