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A deadly shooting in Austell on Friday morning left a 16-year-old girl dead and resulted in murder charges against a 57-year-old man.

Crime

57-Year-Old Cobb County Man Charged with Murder After Teen’s Fatal Shooting

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 7, 2024September 7, 2024

Mayor Andre Dickens issued the following message on gun violence in America on the evening of Friday, September 6, 2024.

Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens on School Shootings: ‘It’s The Guns’

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 7, 2024September 7, 2024

A domestic dispute in a quiet Cobb County neighborhood turned deadly on Friday, claiming the life of a 16-year-old girl. The incident occurred at a residence on Flower Fringe Road, according to local authorities.

Crime

Teenage Girl Killed in Domestic Dispute in Cobb County

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 6, 2024September 6, 2024

Residents of Cherokee County are being celebrated in a new initiative that launched Friday, Sept. 6. The “Love Where You Live” project, unveiled on the county’s YouTube channel, Facebook page, and Instagram account, aims to share the personal stories of community members and highlight the spirit of giving back.

Cherokee County Kicks Off ‘Love Where You Live’ Project to Spotlight Residents

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 6, 2024September 6, 2024

On Thursday, September 5, a student at Woodland Middle School in Henry County was arrested after attempting to bring a firearm onto campus, sparking renewed concerns about school safety just one day after the shooting at Apalachee High School.

Crime

Copycat Crime: Student With Gun Intercepted at Woodland Middle School

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 6, 2024September 6, 2024

Roswell Police

Crime

Roswell Police Shoot Man Accused of Trying to Stab a MARTA Bus Driver

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 3, 2024September 3, 2024

A tragic crash on I-285 early Sunday morning resulted in the death of a 33-year-old woman and left two others injured, according to authorities.

Traffic & Transportation

Fatal Crash on I-285 Kills 33-Year-Old Woman

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 1, 2024September 1, 2024

Rassoloman Davis, 38, of Lithonia, has been sentenced to life in prison following his conviction for a brutal assault on his ex-girlfriend. The jury handed down the verdict on Thursday in DeKalb County Superior Court, where Davis was found guilty of multiple charges, including rape, home invasion, aggravated assault, kidnapping with bodily injury, and false imprisonment.

Crime

Georgia Man Sentenced to Life for Brutal 2016 Rape of Ex-Girlfriend

by Thom ChandlerAugust 30, 2024August 30, 2024

Throughout the month of September, LEGO Discovery Center Atlanta is extending a special offer to first responders and healthcare workers as a gesture of gratitude for their dedication and service to the community. From September 1 to September 30, these professionals are invited to enjoy free entry to the popular family attraction located at Phipps Plaza.

First Responders Can Get Free Admission to LEGO Discovery Center Atlanta

by Thom ChandlerAugust 30, 2024August 30, 2024

Residents near Clairmont Terrace and Clairmont Road dealt with low or no water service as DeKalb County Watershed Management crews worked to repair a broken water main Thursday.

DeKalb County Water Main Break: What We Know

by Thom ChandlerAugust 29, 2024August 29, 2024

Paul Kim, a pediatric dentist from Sandy Springs has pleaded guilty to possession of child pornography, admitting to having thousands of explicit images and videos of minors, some as young as 12 years old.

Crime

Atlanta Pediatric Dentist Pleads Guilty to Possessing Child Porn

by Thom ChandlerAugust 29, 2024August 29, 2024

MARTA will temporarily close Brookhaven Station from Oct. 7 to Nov. 15 to replace deteriorating pavers on the rail station platform. During this period, Gold Line trains will bypass the station, although service will continue as scheduled.

Traffic & Transportation

Why is The Brookhaven MARTA Station Closing for 6 Weeks?

by Thom ChandlerAugust 28, 2024August 28, 2024

A Woodstock High School student has been recognized on a national level for her scientific research. Manasa Shankar, a junior at the school, has been published in the Journal of Student Research’s high school edition for her work titled “The Harmful Effects of Chronic Stress on the Development of Cancer and The Strategies That Can Be Used to Mitigate It.”

Georgia High School Junior Published in National Research Journal for Cancer Research

by Thom ChandlerAugust 28, 2024August 28, 2024

MABLETON -- A dispute between two men in Mableton on Monday afternoon escalated into a fatal shooting, leaving one dead and another injured, according to Cobb County police.

Crime

Fatal Dispute in Cobb County: 34-Year-Old Shot Dead, 65-Year-Old Wounded

by Thom ChandlerAugust 27, 2024August 27, 2024

Tensions among Cobb County's elected officials boiled over with heated exchanges at a Monday Commission meeting, where officials grappled with the latest developments in the ongoing map controversy.

‘Political Bloods and Crips:’ Feud Over Cobb County Commission Map Rages On

by Thom ChandlerAugust 27, 2024August 27, 2024

BROOKHAVEN – The Brookhaven Community Yard Sale is set to return on Saturday, Oct. 5, offering a prime opportunity for residents to sell unwanted items and discover new treasures.

When is The Brookhaven Community Yard Sale in 2024?

by Thom ChandlerAugust 26, 2024August 26, 2024

DOUGLAS COUNTY – A significant crash on I-20 westbound near mile marker 44, just before the Thornton Road exit, has brought traffic to a standstill in Douglas County this afternoon.

Traffic & Transportation

Crash on I-20 West at Thornton Road Halts Traffic

by Thom ChandlerAugust 26, 2024August 26, 2024

A tragic collision on I-75 southbound in Cobb County early Saturday morning resulted in the death of a woman and left another seriously injured. The crash occurred around 2:27 a.m. on August 24 just north of Delk Road in Marietta.

Traffic & Transportation

28-Year-Old Killed in Collision With Tractor Trailer on I-75

by Thom ChandlerAugust 26, 2024August 26, 2024