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Harmoni Jenkins, 14, has been missing since July 14 when her mother reported her missing. The Atlanta Police released information to the public about the missing girl today, almost three weeks after she was first reported missing.

Missing For 3 Weeks: Have You Seen Atlanta Teen Harmoni Jenkins?

by Thom ChandlerAugust 3, 2024August 3, 2024

The City of Roswell has secured a new location for its Public Safety Headquarters. This move, approved unanimously by the City Council, aims to provide better facilities for the Police and Fire Departments.

Crime

Roswell Buys New Public Safety HQ for Police and Fire Departments

by Thom ChandlerAugust 3, 2024August 3, 2024

Gwinnett County Police arrested an armed robbery suspect who squared off with a Chick-fil-A employee during a bizarre early morning standoff on July 1. Authorities announced that 51-year-old Tommie Lee Williams was apprehended on July 31 with assistance from the U.S. Marshals and the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Department.

Food

Fowl Play Thwarted: Chick-fil-A Employee Serves Up Justice

by Thom ChandlerAugust 3, 2024August 3, 2024

Georgia braces for severe weather as Tropical Depression Four approaches, potentially intensifying into Tropical Storm Debby, while a heat advisory warns of dangerous temperatures.

Heat and Storms to Impact Georgia As Debby Approaches

by Thom ChandlerAugust 3, 2024August 3, 2024

A midday shooting on Browns Mill Road and Cleveland Avenue in Atlanta left three men injured, with one in critical condition. Authorities are investigating the incident to uncover the circumstances surrounding the violent encounter.

Crime

Multiple People Injured in Southeast Atlanta Shooting

by Thom ChandlerAugust 2, 2024August 2, 2024

Georgia and other states along the Gulf Coast are bracing for the potential impact of what is expected to become Tropical Storm Debby. As of the latest update from the National Hurricane Center, the storm is located near the Bahamas and is moving west-northwest at 16 mph, with maximum sustained winds of 30 mph. While the storm has not yet reached tropical storm strength, it is forecasted to strengthen as it moves into the Gulf of Mexico over the weekend.

Tropical Storm Debby Could Impact Georgia: What You Need to Know

by Thom ChandlerAugust 2, 2024August 2, 2024

A Riverdale man faces life in prison for a fatal shooting at a birthday party. According to the DeKalb County District Attorney's Office, 21-year-old Brian Garfield Fort was convicted Thursday of felony murder, aggravated assault, and weapons charges in the death of 20 year-old Joshua Quaintance.

Crime

Guilty Verdict for Shooter Who Killed Party Guest Over ‘Green’ Remark

by Thom ChandlerAugust 2, 2024August 2, 2024

According to the Valdosta Fire Department, the car fire was caused by a leaking fuel line.

Fire

Car Fire Shuts Down Valdosta’s Customer Service Building

by Thom ChandlerAugust 2, 2024August 2, 2024

Facts matter. Truth matters. And in the last 24 hours, we've seen a political spectacle involving Donald Trump and Kamala Harris that would make P.T. Barnum blush.

Politics Today: Donald Trump Doubles Down, Kamala Harris Fights Back, J.D. Vance Visits Border

by Thom ChandlerAugust 2, 2024August 2, 2024

Amalfi Cucina & Mercato, a renowned Italian restaurant in Atlanta’s Buckhead neighborhood, has unveiled its newly renovated outdoor patio, now designed to evoke the charm and ambiance of the Amalfi Coast. This transformation includes an expanded seating capacity with 60 additional seats, offering diners a serene al fresco dining experience. The restaurant has also introduced an exciting new Saturday brunch menu, alongside updated hours of operation.

Food

Amalfi Cucina & Mercato Unveils New Brunch Menu and Renovated Patio in Buckhead

by Thom ChandlerAugust 2, 2024August 2, 2024

Police departments throughout the state are urging Georgia drivers, be on high alert. A crafty group of scammers is using text messages to target Peach Pass users statewide. Reports have surged about a fraudulent scheme that tricks people into paying for non-existent tolls.

Crime, Newsflash

Peach Pass Panic: SMS Scammers Sweep Across Georgia

by Thom ChandlerAugust 2, 2024August 2, 2024

Locker Room

Keep Your Stuff Safe: A Teen’s Guide to School Security

by Thom ChandlerAugust 2, 2024August 2, 2024

Georgia’s education system is under fire after State Superintendent Richard Woods decided not to endorse the AP African American Studies course for statewide adoption.

Democrats Fight Back with Fact Sheet in Georgia’s AP African American Studies Standstill

by Thom ChandlerAugust 1, 2024August 1, 2024

Blue Ridge, Dahlonega, and Madison in Georgia are among the most welcoming towns in the U.S. These towns were highlighted in a survey by ElectricityPrices.com that asked 3,700 travelers about their experiences in towns across the country.

Georgia By The Numbers

What Are The Most Welcoming Towns in Georgia?

by Thom ChandlerAugust 1, 2024August 1, 2024

A man was critically injured in a shooting Thursday morning on the 2400 block of Holland Drive in Bibb County. Deputies from the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene after a 911 call reported a person down.

Crime

Shooting on Holland Drive in Bibb County: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerAugust 1, 2024August 1, 2024

Selective Focus Photography of a Mailbox

Crime

Georgia Woman Arrested for Alleged Mail Theft and Child Cruelty

by Thom ChandlerAugust 1, 2024August 1, 2024

A convicted felon was arrested in Lawrenceville Friday night during a police operation. The suspect was found in possession of two firearms, including a ghost gun, and felony amounts of narcotics. This arrest is part of ongoing efforts to curb the spread of untraceable weapons in the community.

Crime

Convicted Felon with Ghost Gun Arrested in Lawrenceville

by Thom ChandlerAugust 1, 2024August 1, 2024

Chamblee and Braselton lead Atlanta's housing boom as suburban areas grow faster than the urban core. These areas reflect a nationwide trend of suburban expansion.

Georgia By The Numbers

What is Atlanta’s Fastest Growing Housing Market?

by Thom ChandlerAugust 1, 2024August 1, 2024