Three former employees of the Appletree Learning Center in Stone Mountain have pleaded guilty to charges related to the abuse of children under their care. The guilty pleas come after a lengthy investigation into disturbing allegations of mistreatment at the daycare, which serves some of the youngest members of the DeKalb County community. The Details: […]
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Police Capture Suspect in MARTA Arts Center Station Shooting
ATLANTA — A collaborative effort between the MARTA Police Criminal and the Atlanta Police Department Fugitive Task Force has resulted in the arrest of a suspect connected to a fatal shooting at the Arts Center MARTA Station. The Details: The shooting occurred on August 11, around 9 p.m., when a man was shot multiple times […]
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Compassion Christian Church Opens Resource Center to Help Ogeechee River Flood Victims
CHATHAM COUNTY — After Tropical Storm Debby caused severe flooding along the Ogeechee River, residents in west Chatham County can find support at a newly established Resource Center at Compassion Christian Church. Volunteers worked swiftly to prepare the space, which officially opened its doors on Tuesday afternoon to provide essential supplies to affected families. The […]
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Arson at Atlanta Construction Site Linked to ‘Cop City’ Protests: What We Know
A construction site in Atlanta was the scene of a suspected arson early Wednesday morning, marking the latest in a series of attacks linked to the ongoing protests against the construction of the Atlanta Public Safety Training Center, also known as “Cop City.” The fire occurred at a lot on Memorial Drive, near newly built […]
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Man and Dog Rescued from Lawrenceville House Fire
LAWRENCEVILLE — A late-night house fire in Lawrenceville nearly turned tragic, but the swift actions of Gwinnett County firefighters ensured that all residents, including a family dog, made it out alive. The fire, which broke out around 2:35 a.m. on the 3500 block of River Drive SW, left a family of four displaced and sent […]
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Trash Fees are Going up in Norcross: Here’s Why
Starting September 1, residents and businesses in the City of Norcross will see a 4.8% increase in their waste collection charges. This adjustment, in line with the city’s contractual agreement with Waste Management, mirrors the 4.8% rise in the Consumer Price Index for Water, Sewer, and Trash Services. For Norcross residents, the increased fees will […]
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66-Year-Old Man Killed in Head-On Collision in Macon
A 66-year-old man lost his life in a head-on collision on Tucker Road at Foster Road in Macon Tuesday afternoon. The fatal crash, reported at 2:11 p.m., prompted an immediate response from the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. When deputies arrived, they found the elderly man unresponsive. Despite efforts, he was pronounced dead at the scene […]
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How to Navigate a Roundabout Like a Pro
Navigating a roundabout isn’t rocket science, folks, but judging by some of the driving out there, maybe it should be. If you’ve ever wondered what that circular bit of road is for—or why other drivers are honking at you as you try to navigate it—this guide from the State of Georgia’s Department of Public Safety […]
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Lutheran Church of the Redeemer Reopens Historic Sanctuary After Extensive Renovations
Lutheran Church of the Redeemer in Midtown Atlanta is reopening its historic sanctuary on August 18, 2024, following a significant refurbishment project. The updates include new roofing, upgraded electrical and lighting systems, and fresh interior paint. The sanctuary, originally built 72 years ago, is now set to welcome worshippers and the broader community into an […]
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Alert Declared at Georgia Nuclear Power Plant After Transformer Fire
An alert was declared at the Georgia’s nuclear power plant, Plant Vogte, specifically at Vogtle Units 1 and 2, at about noon today. The alert was later cleared at about 2:36 p.m. During the time the alert was in effect, Georgia Power declined to release information about the cause of the alert, but afterwards said […]