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The Atlanta Police Department is asking for your help finding 12-year-old Connor Stoll, who has been reported missing. Authorities are urging anyone with information about Connor’s whereabouts to come forward immediately.

Missing 12-Year-Old Atlanta Boy Found

by B.T. ClarkNovember 8, 2024November 8, 2024

Parents in Sandy Springs are voicing concerns over proposed redistricting plans that could impact over 4,000 elementary students and potentially lead to the closure of Spalding Drive Elementary School.

Redistricting Plans Could Affect More Than 4,000 Sandy Springs Students

by B.T. ClarkNovember 8, 2024November 8, 2024

A visit to Campbellton Creek Nature Park on Plummer Road turned dangerous for a man and his infant son, who were robbed at gunpoint in broad daylight in South Fulton.

Crime

Father and Infant Son Robbed at Gunpoint in South Fulton Park

by B.T. ClarkNovember 7, 2024November 7, 2024

a man wearing a hard hat and protective gear

Fire

Four Cats Missing After Early Morning House Fire in East Point

by Thom ChandlerNovember 7, 2024November 7, 2024

white Delta airliner

Delta Flight from Atlanta to D.C. Diverted Over Flight Deck Fumes

by Thom ChandlerNovember 6, 2024November 6, 2024

A ruptured gas line in downtown Atlanta caused closures near the Georgia Capitol and MARTA station. A construction team struck the line, prompting emergency responders and Atlanta Fire Rescue to monitor air quality and redirect traffic. Crews from Atlanta Gas Light are assessing and repairing the leak to ensure safety.

Major Gas Leak Disrupts Downtown Atlanta

by Thom ChandlerNovember 6, 2024

A bomb threat was reported at Feldwood Elementary in South Fulton County during voting, but no bomb was discovered, and polling proceeded without disruption. The incident underscores the importance of effective communication during tense election periods to maintain voter confidence and uphold democratic processes.

Crime

Russia is Behind Election Day Bomb Threats in Georgia: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerNovember 5, 2024November 5, 2024

Zashawntray Pickett, 28, was arrested by federal agents in Atlanta for the murder of his girlfriend's 10-month-old baby. Charged with first-degree murder, he has six additional warrants for domestic violence-related offenses. Pickett is in custody awaiting extradition to Illinois for his legal proceedings following the child's tragic death.

Crime

Illinois Man Arrested in Georgia for Murder of 10-Month-Old Baby

by Thom ChandlerNovember 4, 2024

A woman from Los Angeles, Vanessa LeMaistre, has filed a lawsuit against music producer Metro Boomin, accusing him of raping her in 2016 after administering alcohol and Xanax. The suit claims sexual battery and seeks damages, while Wayne's attorney labels the allegations a "pure shakedown" and plans to counter-sue.

Crime

Atlanta Producer Metro Boomin Accused of 2016 Rape

by Thom ChandlerNovember 3, 2024November 3, 2024

Greenberg framed her candidacy as a campaign to “restore women’s rights.” She wore two advocacy buttons, one that said “keep abortion legal” and another for the gun safety group Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America.

Democrats Make Georgia’s Six-week Abortion Ban a Wedge Issue in Suburban State House Race

by Jill Nolin | Georgia RecorderNovember 2, 2024November 2, 2024

Vice President Kamala Harris delivered her closing campaign arguments in Georgia, emphasizing the significance of the upcoming election. She criticized Trump, promising to prioritize middle-class tax cuts and health care if elected. Harris warned against Trump’s threats to democracy, highlighting his judicial appointments and potential national abortion ban. Meanwhile, the Trump campaign countered with immigration critiques.

Kamala Harris to Georgia Voters: ‘It is Time For a New Generation of Leadership in America’

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceNovember 2, 2024November 2, 2024

As Election Day nears, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are campaigning in Georgia to secure urban and rural voter support. Harris focuses on healthcare and education in Atlanta, while Trump emphasizes border security and economy in Macon. Georgia's swing state status makes this battle crucial for the election's national outcome.

Donald Trump and Kamala Harris Will Both Be in Georgia This Weekend

by Thom ChandlerNovember 2, 2024November 2, 2024

The Varsity, Atlanta's renowned drive-in restaurant, has been serving iconic fast food since 1928. Known for its massive size, unique ordering lingo, and signature Frosted Orange drink, it draws locals and visitors alike. The restaurant maintains its commitment to affordable pricing and has expanded to multiple locations while preserving its historical charm.

Food

9 Secrets Behind Atlanta Icon The Varsity

by Thom ChandlerNovember 1, 2024

The Atlanta Police Department is seeking assistance to identify a young, non-verbal male child, approximately 3 to 4 years old, found alone on Halloween night. The Special Victims Unit is investigating, and anyone with information about the child or his family is urged to contact authorities through various channels.

Young Child Found Alone on Halloween in Atlanta

by Thom ChandlerNovember 1, 2024November 1, 2024

Fulton County drivers are already seeing Halloween-related traffic issues, as two right lanes on I-20 West at Martin Luther King Jr. Drive were blocked just around 1 p.m. due to a crash. Authorities report that the blocked lanes are causing significant delays in an already busy area.

Traffic & Transportation

Halloween Traffic Delays Begin Early in Fulton County

by Thom ChandlerOctober 31, 2024October 31, 2024

On October 29, 2024, Jay Berger, 70, opened fire during a confrontation at the Four Seasons Hotel in Atlanta, injuring a SWAT officer. After barricading himself, he exchanged gunfire with police before being shot and captured. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is now handling the investigation and potential charges against Berger.

Crime

70-Year-Old Man Arrested in Shooting at Four Seasons Hotel in Atlanta

by Thom ChandlerOctober 30, 2024

Arthur Ray Hanson II, a 59-year-old from Alabama, received a prison sentence of one year and nine months for threatening Fulton County Sheriff Patrick Labat and District Attorney Fani Willis over the investigation into former President Donald Trump. He also faces a $7,500 fine and three years of supervised release.

Crime

Alabama Man Sentenced for Threats Against Fani Willis and Pat Labat Over Trump Case

by Thom ChandlerOctober 29, 2024October 29, 2024

A large police response unfolded Tuesday afternoon at Atlanta’s Four Seasons Hotel, following reports of an armed person. Law enforcement set up a secure perimeter around the area as investigators gathered at the scene.

Crime

Armed Person at Atlanta’s Four Seasons Hotel: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerOctober 29, 2024