Atlanta police are asking the public to help identify a man wanted in connection with a fatal shooting on the city’s southwest side. What happened: A 62-year-old man was shot and killed near 501 Connell Ave. SW on May 22 at about 10:50 a.m., according to Atlanta police. Medical personnel pronounced him dead at the […]
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Train hits dump truck on Highway 41 South in Monroe County
A train struck a dump truck Wednesday morning at the intersection of Highway 41 South and Pea Ridge Road in Monroe County, according to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. What’s Happening: Deputies were called to the scene at 8:55 a.m. The preliminary report says the dump truck did not yield to an oncoming train, and […]
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Bartow County schools cut chronic absenteeism rate nearly in half
More than 1,300 Bartow County students who were regularly missing school last year showed up this year, according to the Bartow County School System — a notable bright spot amid a statewide crisis that Georgia lawmakers have been working to address. What happened: The share of Bartow County students considered chronically absent — meaning they […]
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Flood advisory issued for Lowndes County
Heavy rain from overnight thunderstorms has triggered a flood advisory for Lowndes County. What’s Happening: Between 1.5 and 2.5 inches of rain had already fallen as of 6:35 a.m. Up to one more inch is expected, and minor flooding is ongoing or starting soon in low-lying areas and places where water drains poorly. Where to […]
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Georgia food truck fails health inspection with score of 60
A mobile food truck operating in the Atlanta area received a failing grade from state health inspectors last week, with violations ranging from improper food handling to ingredients stored at the operator’s home. The inspection The Rolling Potato, a food truck permitted to operate in Georgia, scored a 60 out of 100 during a routine […]
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Meet the Marietta City Schools Teacher of The Year for 2026-2027
Rachel Maddox, who teaches reading and English language arts, was recognized Wednesday at the district’s End-of-Year Employee Awards Luncheon. Maddox has been a teacher for nine years and joined West Side in 2022. She holds advanced degrees in education and certifications in English for Speakers of Other Languages, reading, gifted education, dyslexia, and Tier 1 […]
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Watch Georgia runoff debates live this Sunday and Monday
Voters recovering from the long list of candidates that greeted them on their primary election ballots last week will have to return to the polls soon for runoff elections. The Atlanta Press Club will help voters make informed choices with a final round of livestreamed debates Sunday and Monday. It is the latest installment in […]
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Man pulls gun on officer at Town Center Mall and is shot dead
What happened: Cobb County police officers went to Town Center Mall around 1:59 p.m. after a shoplifting was reported in progress. An officer approached the suspect, who ran through the parking lot. The man then pulled out a handgun. The officer fired, hitting the suspect. What we know: The suspect was rushed to a nearby […]
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Tree down on Lower Scott Mill Road in Cherokee County
A tree has fallen on Lower Scott Mill Road in Cherokee County, the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office said Wednesday afternoon. What’s Happening: The Sheriff’s Office reported the downed tree at 4:05 p.m. The road should be avoided, officials say. No details about how much of the road is blocked or whether power lines are involved […]
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Fallen tree blocks Holbrook Campground Road in Cherokee County
A large tree has fallen across both lanes of Holbrook Campground Road, completely shutting it down near the 2250 block. What’s Happening: The Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office says the road is closed and drivers should stay away from the area. A photo taken at the scene shows the tree stretched across the full road during […]
