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A Gwinnett County deputy, Rylee Conner Willis, was arrested for allegedly sending nude images to two underage victims, facing multiple felony charges including child molestation.

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Gwinnett Deputy Arrested for Sending Nude Images to Underage Victims

Jan 10, 2026

A Gwinnett County deputy was arrested this week after he allegedly sent nude images of himself to two underage victims, according to police. ... read more

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“It’s not random,” said Chief Shawn Buchanan of the East Point Police. The shooting happened at Gus Thornhill’s Funeral Home, located off Gus Thornhill Jr. Drive near Cleveland Avenue. One person

Drive-by shooting injures one during wake at Buchanan funeral home

Jan 10, 2026

The Atlanta news reports that a drive-by shooting occurred on Friday night during a wake at Gus Thornhill's Funeral Home, located off Gus Th ... read more

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Journalist Rosie Manins is a legal affairs reporter for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. This story has been updated to correct the spelling of 2020 GOP elector Ken Carroll. Much of

Trump's Evidence in Election Case Can Now Be Publicly Disclosed

Jan 09, 2026

In a recent development in the ongoing criminal case against former President Donald Trump, a judge in Fulton County has ruled that much of ... read more

A 2-year-old child was critically injured and a man died by suicide during a domestic incident in Rockdale County, according to the sheriff's office. Deputies responded to a shooting report at a home on Setters Trail near Conyers. The

Child critically injured and man dies in Rockdale County domestic incident

Jan 09, 2026

A 2-year-old child was critically injured and a man killed himself during a domestic incident in Rockdale County, the sheriff's office repor ... read more

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"Protesters march in downtown Atlanta holding signs in response to the shooting of Renee Nicole Good, a 37-year

Protests Erupt in Atlanta Over Shooting of Minnesota Woman by ICE Officer

Jan 09, 2026

Protests erupted in Atlanta on Thursday night, marking the second consecutive night of demonstrations following the shooting of Renee Nicole ... read more

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"Traffic flow restored on Atlanta's Downtown Connector after early morning crash near University Avenue, with lanes reopening by 6

Traffic Reopens on Atlanta's Downtown Connector After Early Morning Crash

Jan 09, 2026

A collision occurred near University Avenue, or Exit 244, in Atlanta early Friday morning around 2:30 a.m. The crash resulted in the closure ... read more

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Fulton County Superior Court Judge Paige Reese Whitaker has ordered prosecutors to provide evidence related to the appeal of a decision about returning $150,000 in cash, luxury cars, jewelry, and other assets seized from Atlanta

Fulton County Judge Accuses DA of Misleading Court in Young Thug Asset Case

Jan 09, 2026

Fulton County Superior Court Judge Paige Reese Whitaker has ordered the District Attorney's Office to return $150,000 in cash, luxury cars, ... read more

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A Douglas County man allegedly shook his 3-month-old daughter hard enough to cause bleeding on her brain, vomiting, and then her death, according to police.

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Douglas County Man Charged with Murder After Infant Dies from Abuse

Jan 08, 2026

A Douglas County man is facing serious charges after allegedly shaking his 3-month-old daughter, resulting in severe injuries and her death. ... read more

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A man accused in the theft of Beyoncé’s unreleased music, set lists, and footage plans for her tour shows in Atlanta last year pleaded not guilty Wednesday morning. Kelvin Evans made a virtual appearance in a Fulton County

Man pleads not guilty in theft of Beyoncé's unreleased music and footage

Jan 07, 2026

A man accused of stealing Beyoncé's unreleased music, set lists, and footage from her tour shows in Atlanta last year pleaded not guilty on ... read more

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According to Capt. Jay Baker, before he died, Curtis Evans sent a relative a text message with his location, off Lower

Father kills daughter before taking his own life in Cherokee County

Jan 07, 2026

Investigators believe that a 57-year-old man, Curtis Evans, killed his adult daughter and then took his own life on Tuesday afternoon in the ... read more

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A Georgia resident has claimed the largest lottery prize in the state’s history. The big winner, who chose to stay anonymous, came forward Friday after earning the $983 million jackpot for the Mega Millions drawing on Nov.

Georgia resident wins largest lottery prize in state history at $983 million

Jan 06, 2026

A Georgia resident has claimed the largest lottery prize in the state's history. The winner, who chose to remain anonymous, came forward on ... read more

The article discusses a plea deal involving one of the six individuals charged in connection with the tragic shooting of 9-month-old Aziah McDougle during a fight over a woman. The incident occurred on September 23 in a Cobb County hotel parking lot

One shooter pleads guilty in Cobb County hotel baby death case

Jan 06, 2026

One of six individuals charged in connection with the September 23 shooting of 9-month-old Aziah McDougle pleaded guilty and was sentenced t ... read more

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David Aaro is a breaking news reporter for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

Three people were arrested Sunday, just hours after a 3-year-old boy was accidentally struck by gunfire while traveling with his father along

Three Arrested After 3-Year-Old Boy Shot While Traveling in DeKalb County

Jan 05, 2026

Three people were arrested on Sunday, just hours after a 3-year-old boy was accidentally struck by gunfire while traveling with his father a ... read more

The article discusses Andrea Paiva, a 32-year-old woman living in metro Atlanta, who expressed hope after learning about the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro. She has limited contact with her family due to the political regimes in Venezuela.

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Venezuelan leader Maduro captured prompting hope for Atlanta resident Paiva

Jan 04, 2026

Andrea Paiva, a 32-year-old resident of metro Atlanta, expressed her emotions after learning about the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás ... read more

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Lawrenceville police reported that a 51-year-old man was arrested and charged with murder at a home located in a neighborhood. Police believe

Teen Arrested After SUV Theft Linked to Uber Driver's Murder in Lawrenceville

Jan 02, 2026

Alexis Stevens is a member of the Crime and Public Safety team. Police reported that a 51-year-old man was arrested after a murder charge wa ... read more

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Caleb Groves is a general assignment reporter for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's politics team and a Kennesaw State University graduate.

Sandy Springs Police arrested the Tuskegee University police chief and charged him with

Tuskegee University Police Chief Arrested for DUI on New Year's Day

Jan 01, 2026

Sandy Springs Police arrested the Tuskegee University police chief and charged him with driving under the influence early on New Year’s Day, ... read more

The article discusses three Georgia Lottery players who won $1 million each in a recent drawing, highlighting the excitement surrounding the Georgia Lottery's second-chance drawing.

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Three Georgia Lottery Players Win $1 Million Each in New Year Drawing

Jan 01, 2026

Three Georgia Lottery players celebrated the new year by winning $1 million each in the Georgia Millionaire second-chance drawing. The winne ... read more

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