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The Gist: On November 28, 2023, Cobb County Police investigated a homicide at Budgetel Inn & Suites in Atlanta, where 26-year-old Demarcus Watson was fatally shot.

Crime

26-Year-old Shot to Death at Cobb County Hotel

by Thom ChandlerNovember 29, 2023

Crime

Atlanta Man Gets 16-Years for Meth and Fentanyl Trafficking

by Thom ChandlerNovember 29, 2023November 29, 2023

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Georgia By The Numbers

Believe It or Not: Residents in These 3 Georgia Cities Leave Their Doors Unlocked

by Thom ChandlerNovember 29, 2023November 29, 2023

🚨 The Gist: As the holidays get into full swing, a wave of phone scams has emerged, with callers masquerading as the Gwinnett County Police Department, duping residents with false claims about missed court appearances.

Crime

Scam Alert: That Probably Isn’t the Gwinnett County Police Department Calling You

by Thom ChandlerNovember 28, 2023November 28, 2023

The Gist: A pedestrian was seriously injured in a collision with a car in Powder Springs on Monday afternoon.

Traffic & Transportation

Pedestrian Seriously Injured in Monday Afternoon Crash in Cobb County

by Thom ChandlerNovember 28, 2023November 28, 2023

The Gist: RentCafe.com conducted an analysis on apartment sizes in the 50 largest U.S. cities, focusing on what $1,700 monthly rent can fetch in terms of space in Atlanta. The study revealed significant variations in apartment sizes across different zip codes, with some areas offering more than double the space for the same price as others.

Your Guide To Renting an Apartment With the Most Space in Atlanta

by Thom ChandlerNovember 28, 2023

The Gist: The City of Atlanta is set to open a warming center in anticipation of the impending cold weather. The center, located at the Central Park Recreation Center, will be available from the evening of November 27 to the morning of November 29.

Atlanta Will Open a Warming Center for the Next Three Nights

by Thom ChandlerNovember 27, 2023

🥶 The Gist: DeKalb County announced the opening of five warming centers from Nov. 27-29, in response to forecasted cold weather conditions.

Cold Weather Prompts DeKalb County To Open Warming Centers

by Thom ChandlerNovember 27, 2023

🏈 The Gist: Atlanta Falcons punter Bradley Pinion launched 'Punts for Purpose,' a charity initiative to fight child poverty and hunger. Partnered with Compassion International, the program involves NFL punters donating funds for each successful punt to support child survival centers globally.

Atlanta Falcons Punter Bradley Pinion Creates Charity for Child Survival

by Thom ChandlerNovember 27, 2023November 27, 2023

👹The Gist: A recent report by WalletHub ranked U.S. cities based on sinful behaviors, with Las Vegas identified as the most sinful, followed by Houston, Philadelphia, Los Angeles, and Atlanta. The study evaluated cities based on seven behaviors: anger/hatred, jealousy, excesses/vices, greed, lust, vanity, and laziness.

Georgia By The Numbers

Atlanta Ranked One of the Most Sinful Cities in the U.S. Here’s Why

by Thom ChandlerNovember 27, 2023November 27, 2023

Update: According to the Fayette County Sheriff's Office, Emmanuel has been located and is safe. The original story is below.

Urgent Search for Missing 20-Year-old in Fayette County Who Went Missing on Thanksgiving

by Thom ChandlerNovember 25, 2023November 26, 2023

The Gist: Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms, known for her 2018 mac and cheese mishap, gave the dish another go this Thanksgiving, earning "family-approved" status.

Did Keisha Lance Bottoms Redeem Herself With This Year’s Mac and Cheese Attempt?

by Thom ChandlerNovember 24, 2023November 24, 2023

The Gist: In an alarming attack, a home in DeKalb County was barraged with over 100 rounds of gunfire, resulting in the injury of four people.

Crime

Over 100 Bullets Shatter Peace in DeKalb County Home on Thanksgiving, Leaving Four Wounded

by Thom ChandlerNovember 24, 2023November 24, 2023

ATLANTA — The release of body camera footage by the Fulton County District Attorney’s Office has exposed the harrowing details of the August 10 traffic stop that ended in the death of Johnny Hollman, a 62-year-old Atlanta deacon. The footage reveals the fatal encounter with Officer Kiran Kimbrough, who used a Taser on Hollman, leading to his untimely death.

Crime

Release of Body Cam Footage Renews Outrage Over Tasing Death of Atlanta Deacon

by Thom ChandlerNovember 22, 2023November 22, 2023

👥 The Impact: Residents' identities were stolen and used in a major fraud scheme exploiting COVID-19 relief funds. The misuse of these critical funds impacts public trust and the effectiveness of emergency aid programs.

Crime

Atlanta Man Sentenced for Major COVID-19 Relief Fund Fraud

by Thom ChandlerNovember 22, 2023November 22, 2023

The Big Chicken in Marietta is not just a landmark; it's a cultural icon with a quirky and fascinating history. This article delves into some lesser-known facts about this giant poultry structure that has been catching the eyes of locals and tourists alike for decades.

Georgia Staples

5 Things You Didn’t Know About The Big Chicken

by Thom ChandlerNovember 21, 2023November 21, 2023

🏠 The News: Residents in DeKalb County can breathe a little easier today following a substantial police operation targeting narcotics sales and firearm offenses. Local law enforcement, including the Gang Unit, collaborated with federal agencies to address community concerns at several locations, leading to significant arrests and seizures.

Crime

DeKalb Residents Complained About Narcotics at Local Gas Stations. Last Night, Police Responded

by Thom ChandlerNovember 19, 2023November 19, 2023

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Crime

Major Break in Bibb County T-Mobile Armed Robbery Case: Suspect Arrested

by Thom ChandlerNovember 19, 2023November 19, 2023

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