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Authorities are investigating a homicide after a woman was found stabbed and shot to death in a DeKalb County neighborhood early Monday morning. Police responded to reports of a shooting on Battle Forrest Drive around 7 a.m.

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Authorities investigate stabbing and shooting death of woman in DeKalb County

Apr 13, 2026

Authorities are searching for leads after a woman was found stabbed and shot to death Monday morning in a DeKalb County neighborhood. Police ... read more

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Armani Lyons was killed early in the morning after being dropped off with a babysitter along Washington Street, according to Atlanta police. Two people face murder charges in the shooting of a 3-year-old boy on April

Two charged in shooting death of 3-year-old boy in Atlanta

Apr 12, 2026

Armani Lyons was killed early in the morning after being dropped off with a babysitter along Washington Street, according to Atlanta police. ... read more

A 12-year-old boy was fatally shot Saturday at a southeast Atlanta home, officials said. The gunfire happened inside the home in the 1800 block of Lathrop Street shortly before 2 p.m. The boy was taken to

12-year-old boy fatally shot in southeast Atlanta home on Saturday

Apr 11, 2026

A 12-year-old boy was fatally shot on Saturday at a southeast Atlanta home, according to officials. The incident occurred inside the residen ... read more

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For more than a year, Qualeisha Barnes talked about having a baby. At 14 weeks pregnant and with a gender reveal party on the horizon, her family said things had settled into place. However, the

Qualeisha Barnes Shares Journey to Motherhood Amidst Family Support

Apr 11, 2026

Qualeisha Barnes, a resident of Atlanta, has been discussing her desire to have a baby for over a year. Recently, she and her family celebra ... read more

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Medical Adhesive Company Faces $58 Million Verdict in Legal Battle

Apr 10, 2026

An Alpharetta company, Chemence, which specializes in medical adhesive products, has been ordered to pay a $58 million jury verdict after a ... read more

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Honoring Two Remarkable Students Charlotte Martin and Jaylyn Fehr

Apr 09, 2026

Charlotte Martin was a two-sport athlete known for her balance of soccer and volleyball along with a rigorous academic schedule and an after ... read more

The article discusses the significant reduction in crime rates in Atlanta since Mayor Andre Dickens took office in 2022. Homicides dropped by over 40%, and youth crime saw a 60% decrease, highlighting the effectiveness of community safety initiatives and investments

Atlanta Mayor Announces Significant Decrease in Homicides and Youth Crime Rates

Apr 08, 2026

Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens announced significant progress in reducing crime rates since he took office in 2022. The city has seen a more th ... read more

The article discusses several public safety bills passed by the Georgia House and Senate, which are awaiting Governor Brian Kemp’s signature. These bills focus on criminal justice and law enforcement measures that could affect protests, individuals with autism, and disruptors of religious services.

Georgia lawmakers advance public safety bills impacting protests and disabilities

Apr 08, 2026

During the state’s 2026 legislative session that concluded late last week, several public safety bills were passed by the Georgia House and ... read more

David Henegar, a 44-year-old inmate, was brutally beaten to death by his cellmate at Johnson State Prison while prison staff ignored his pleas for help. His family has reached a $4 million settlement with the Georgia Department of Corrections regarding

Georgia Settles Lawsuit for $4 Million After Inmate Beaten to Death

Apr 06, 2026

David Henegar, 44, was beaten to death by his cellmate at Johnson State Prison over a five-hour period while prison staff allegedly ignored ... read more

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Bernie Tokarz — who owns security company Cloverhurst Strategies, which contracts with the city — sued former Inspector General Shannon Manigault last year, alleging she unlawfully obtained his personal banking information and then retaliated

Federal judge dismisses lawsuit over subpoena of lobbyist's banking records

Apr 06, 2026

Bernie Tokarz, owner of Cloverhurst Strategies, has filed a lawsuit against former Inspector General Shannon Manigault. He alleges that Mani ... read more

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Caroline Silva is a Breaking News reporter for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

A shooting incident occurred near a park, with police stating that there were multiple entries indicating incidents being gathered from a media investigation. The police

Shooting in Piedmont Park Leaves One Teen Dead and Another Injured

Apr 05, 2026

A 16-year-old girl was killed in a shooting at Piedmont Park in Atlanta on a Saturday night, while a 15-year-old girl was injured. The incid ... read more

The article discusses a significant legal case involving the United Inn & Suites in DeKalb County, Georgia, which was found liable for profiting from sex trafficking. A jury ruled that the hotel knowingly benefited from the exploitation of a minor, making it one

Georgia Hotel Faces Lawsuits After $40 Million Verdict in Sex Trafficking Case

Apr 03, 2026

The United Inn & Suites on Memorial Drive in DeKalb County has been found liable in a historic $40 million verdict related to sex traffickin ... read more

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The latest report from Atlanta police states that a 7-year-old boy was shot in his arm during a drive-by shooting early Thursday at a troubled southwest Atlanta apartment complex. Police responded to a report about

Drive-by Shooting Injures 7-Year-Old Boy in Atlanta Apartment Complex

Apr 02, 2026

A 7-year-old boy was shot in the arm during a drive-by shooting early Thursday at the Ashley Cascade Apartments in southwest Atlanta. The in ... read more

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In a recent incident, the Atlanta District Attorney's office is seeking protection for witnesses involved in a shooting case. The prosecutor faced scrutiny from Georgia's Supreme Court for using artificial intelligence in court filings.

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Georgia Attorney Grilled for Using AI in Court Filings Amid Controversy

Apr 02, 2026

Clayton County District Attorney Tasha Mosley expressed her dismay after a Georgia Supreme Court session where her prosecutor faced scrutiny ... read more

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Three Georgia men, including two from metro Atlanta, recently found themselves trying to flee police in South Florida after attempting to break into the home of a “Real Housewives of Miami” star, records show. Larsa P

Three Georgia Men Attempt Break-In at Real Housewives Star's Home

Apr 01, 2026

Three Georgia men, including two from metro Atlanta, attempted to flee police in South Florida after trying to break into the home of Larsa ... read more

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Georgia Licensing Boards to Compensate Military Members and Spouses Soon

Mar 31, 2026

Military service members and their spouses may receive recognition for out-of-state licenses from Georgia's licensing boards following an in ... read more

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Prosecutors Reopen Cold Sexual Assault Case After Missing Evidence Found

Mar 31, 2026

Prosecutors in Savannah have reopened an unsolved sexual assault case after discovering key evidence that had been missing for decades. This ... read more

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