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Traffic & Transportation

Crash blocks lane on I-285 West in Cobb

by B.T. ClarkMay 5, 2026May 5, 2026

A close-up of a black and white cat with blue eyes walking towards the camera with its mouth open. In the background, a blurred orange cat is sitting on a concrete surface.

Dead cat tests positive for rabies in Lithonia area

by B.T. ClarkMay 5, 2026May 5, 2026

Map showing the intersection of Bells Ferry Rd and Eagle Dr with heavy traffic indicated in red on both roads. Nearby locations include J.D.'s Bar-B-Que to the northeast, Chloe's Auto Repair and Tire Towne Lake to the east, and a Lidl store to the southwest. Surrounding streets include Glenell Dr, Brittley Park Ln, and Florence Rd.

Traffic & Transportation

Crash reported at Eagle Drive and Bells Ferry Road in Cherokee County

by B.T. ClarkMay 5, 2026May 5, 2026

Crime

Lawrenceville man gets 3 life sentences for child sex crimes

by B.T. ClarkMay 4, 2026May 4, 2026

Multiple police vehicles with flashing red, blue, and yellow lights are blocking a road at night. A few people are standing near the vehicles, and other cars are visible in the background with their headlights on. The scene is illuminated by streetlights and emergency lights.

Traffic & Transportation

Five arrested after car hits police vehicle at DeKalb street takeover

by B.T. ClarkMay 4, 2026May 4, 2026

A man wearing a red and white racing suit with various sponsor logos, including Snap-on, Verizon, Pennzoil, and Chevrolet, holds a black, white, and silver racing helmet with a star design and multiple sponsor decals. The background is gray with red lights on the right side.

Two-time Indy 500 winner Josef Newgarden to speak to 19,000 students in Atlanta

by News DeskMay 4, 2026May 4, 2026

Crime

Suspect in Marietta bar fight now appears to be the victim

by B.T. ClarkMay 4, 2026May 4, 2026

Entrance to a Home & Pharmacy store with a blue sign above the automatic sliding doors. In front of the entrance, there are three concrete bollards, and a large pile of dark-colored clothing or fabric scattered on the ground. A shopping cart filled with items is positioned to the left side near a brick wall. A "No Parking Fire Lane" sign is mounted on the wall near the entrance. The ground is paved with interlocking bricks.

Crime

Suspect named in Chamblee Walmart arson case

by B.T. ClarkMay 3, 2026May 3, 2026

Close-up of an older man with dark skin, gray curly hair, and a full gray beard. His expression is neutral, and his eyes are looking directly at the camera.

Mattie’s Call issued for missing 72-year-old Decatur man

by B.T. ClarkMay 2, 2026May 3, 2026

Entrance to a Home & Pharmacy store with a blue sign above the automatic sliding doors. In front of the entrance, there are three concrete bollards, and a large pile of dark-colored clothing or fabric scattered on the ground. A shopping cart filled with items is positioned to the left side near a brick wall. A "No Parking Fire Lane" sign is mounted on the wall near the entrance. The ground is paved with interlocking bricks.

Fire

Chamblee Walmart closed after man sets fire inside store

by B.T. ClarkMay 2, 2026May 2, 2026