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Crime

Atlanta police are changing how they handle traffic stops after a 62-year-old man was killed

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 8, 2023September 8, 2023

Fulton County Superior Court Judge Robert McBurney ATLANTA – If the special grand jury Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis assembled to investigate illegal interference in Georgia’s 2020 presidential election had gotten its way, the case would have cast an even broader net than last month’s indictment. The special grand jury recommended 39 indictments rather

Crime

Special Grand Jury report in Trump indictment released. What we learned

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceSeptember 8, 2023

Atlanta Falcons helmet

New survey ranks Falcons fans among the most annoying

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 8, 2023September 8, 2023

prison fence, razor ribbon, wire

Crime

A Calhoun man and a former Cherokee County teacher were sentenced for sharing explicit images of kids

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 7, 2023September 7, 2023

The Gist: Railcars from Atlanta's MARTA system are getting a second life as they dive to the bottom of the ocean to form new artificial reefs.

MARTA rail cars are plunging into the ocean. Here’s why

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 7, 2023September 7, 2023

State Sen. Colton Moore ATLANTA – Freshman state Sen. Colton Moore renewed his call Thursday for a special session of the General Assembly to investigate, defund, and potentially impeach Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis for pushing to indict former President Donald Trump. “I represent 200,000 hardworking Georgians in Northwest Georgia,” Colton, R-Trenton, said during

Representing You

State Senator Renews Call to Punish Prosecutor Fani Willis for Trump Indictment

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceSeptember 7, 2023October 10, 2023

MARIETTA -- In a heart-wrenching incident, a one-year-old boy was shot and later pronounced dead at Kennestone Hospital on September 5. The tragedy unfolded in an apartment at 1631 White Circle, leading to the arrest of a Marietta man on multiple charges.

Crime

One-year-old shot and killed in Marietta

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 6, 2023September 6, 2023

The Gist: Deontavious Brewer, 24, of Lithonia, was sentenced to life in prison plus five years after a jury found him guilty of killing Kenneth "Peaches" Armstrong, a transgender woman.

Crime

Lithonia man gets life in prison in motel murder of transgender woman

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 6, 2023

If you're a fan of classic cars or just like to keep an eye on what's happening in your neighborhood, you'll want to hear this. A 1965 Ford Mustang, heavily customized, is now missing in Gwinnett County.

Crime

A 1965 Ford Mustang has gone missing in Gwinnett County

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 6, 2023

white Delta airliner

Diarrhea Dilemma: Delta Flight Returns to Atlanta Due to ‘Crappy’ Situation

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 5, 2023September 5, 2023

ATLANTA – More than five dozen activists have been indicted on racketeering charges for violence associated with attempts to stop the construction of a controversial police training center by the city of Atlanta, Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr announced Tuesday. The 61 defendants, including 13 from Georgia, are accused of violating the state’s Racketeer Influenced

Crime

61 Atlanta ‘Cop City’ protesters indicted on RICO charges

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceSeptember 5, 2023September 5, 2023

A devastating car accident on I-85 South at GA-316 in Gwinnett County has claimed the lives of five Georgia teens, three of whom were students at Lakeside High School in DeKalb County. The accident occurred on a raised ramp, where the vehicle carrying the teens went over the wall and landed on the Collector-Distributor road leading to Pleasant Hill Rd.

Traffic & Transportation

Update: Five Teens Die in Labor Day Crash in Gwinnett County. Three Were Lakeside High School Students

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 4, 2023October 10, 2023

Dayvion Blake, 23, was killed at the Fulton County Jail Thursday following an inmate dispute that led to stabbings. The sheriff's department said Blake and three other inmates were taken to Grady Memorial Hospital with stab wounds. One additional inmate was stabbed and treated at the jail by medical staff.

Crime

Sheriff calls five inmate deaths in a month at the Fulton County Jail ‘not surprising,’ blames overcrowding

by Donna Lowry | GA TodaySeptember 4, 2023

Clayton County, located in the Atlanta metropolitan area, is an area that boasts a rich history and diverse community. While it may not be as globally renowned as its bustling neighbor Atlanta, Clayton County has its own unique stories and facts that deserve attention. Here are some things you probably didn't know about Clayton County.

9 Things You Didn’t Know About Clayton County

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 4, 2023February 19, 2024

In a devastating incident, a three-vehicle collision on the westbound ramp of SR 316 (University Parkway) to I-85 southbound has claimed the lives of five individuals and left three others injured. The Gwinnett Police Accident Investigation Unit is currently handling the case.

Traffic & Transportation

5 Killed in Major Collision That Shut Down I-85 South At Ga. 316 in Gwinnett

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 4, 2023October 10, 2023

The Gist: Another tragic incident strikes Lake Lanier as a young man drowns, marking the lake's eighth drowning of the year.

23-year-old Dies After Slipping off Dock at Lake Lanier

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 4, 2023October 10, 2023

Twelve-year-old Sandy Sanchez has been missing from Norcross since August 31, leaving her family and community anxiously awaiting her safe return.

$2,000 Reward Offered for Information on Missing Norcross 12-year-old Sandy Sanchez

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 3, 2023October 10, 2023

The Hornets retired the No. 5 jersey worn by Roper, who passed away in 2021 shortly after a breakout senior year, at their 2023 home opener against Marietta

Robbie Roper immortalized at Roswell High school: Team retires the late Quarterback’s jersey

by Zach ShuganSeptember 3, 2023