The mother of Colt Gray, the Apalachee High School shooting suspect, warned a school counselor about her son’s behavior shortly before the deadly attack, according to text messages and phone records obtained by The Washington Post. Despite her warning, the 14-year-old opened fire minutes later, killing four and injuring nine. Why It Matters: The call […]
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Powerball Grows to $121 Million After No Saturday Jackpot Winner
The Powerball jackpot has surged to $121 million after no one matched all six numbers in the Saturday, Sept. 7 drawing. The winning numbers for that night were 14, 34, 37, 55, and 63, with a red Powerball of 20 and a Power Play multiplier of 2x. While the jackpot remained untouched, many players walked […]
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Cool Temperatures Continue in Georgia This Week
Residents can expect a continuation of last week’s cool weather for the rest of this week, with temperatures staying in the low 80s most days. While it won’t be completely dry, rain chances are minimal until midweek. The Forecast: Sunday’s weather will be partly sunny, with a high near 82 and an east wind of […]
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Roswell Teen Arrested After Online Threat Against Middle School
A 14-year-old student in Roswell has been arrested for making an online threat against Elkins Pointe Middle School. The arrest comes during a wave of heightened concerns about school safety following a mass shooting earlier this week in Winder. The Details: On Friday evening the Roswell Police Department received several reports from the community about […]
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57-Year-Old Cobb County Man Charged with Murder After Teen’s Fatal Shooting
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. The Details: According to the Cobb County Police, at around 9:24 a.m. on September 6, patrol officers responded to reports of gunfire at a residence on Fringe Flower Drive. Upon arrival, they found […]
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Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens on School Shootings: ‘It’s The Guns’
Mayor Andre Dickens issued the following message on gun violence in America on the evening of Friday, September 6, 2024. You can view on the City of Atlanta’s Instagram here. Below is the text of the mayor’s statement. This is Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens. We’ve had a pretty strong week here in the city. We […]
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Savannah High vs. Bryan County Football Game Cut Short After Fight Breaks Out
A football game between the School of Liberal Studies at Savannah High and Bryan County High came to an abrupt halt Friday night after a fight broke out on the field. The fight occurred during the third quarter, leaving players, coaches, and fans in shock. 🚨 What Happened: 🔍 Between the Lines: The game ended […]
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Plane Crash in Paulding County Kills Two
A small plane went down in Paulding County Wednesday, killing both people onboard. The crash occurred near Crawford Road. The Details: Emergency responders arrived after receiving a report of a potential plane crash. The downed aircraft, identified as a 1974 Grumman American Aviation Corporation AA-5, was found nose-first in a heavily wooded area. Authorities began […]
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Teenage Girl Killed in Domestic Dispute in Cobb County
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. The Details: The Cobb County Police Department has not disclosed the cause of death at this time, and the circumstances leading […]
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Cherokee County Kicks Off ‘Love Where You Live’ Project to Spotlight Residents
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. The Details: The initiative focuses on […]
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Georgia High School Football Week 4 Scores and Photos
Welcome to Week 4 of Georgia’s High School Football Season. Here are the scores and photos from Friday night’s games. The Scores: The Photos
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Copycat Crime: Student With Gun Intercepted at Woodland Middle School
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. The response of school staff and Henry County School Resource Officers led to the recovery of […]
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Viral Social Media Threats Following Apalachee High School Shooting Deemed Non-Credible
Public safety officials are urging calm after a surge in reported school threats on social media in the wake of the recent shooting at Apalachee High School. While law enforcement continues to investigate, they warn that most threats seen online so far have been deemed non-credible. The Details: Following the Apalachee High School shooting, law […]
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Did J.D. Vance Really Call School Shootings a ‘Fact of Life?’
In the aftermath of the tragic shooting at Apalachee High School, where four people—two students and two teachers—were killed, Vice Presidential Candidate J.D. Vance addressed the escalating concerns about gun violence in schools. Reflecting on the harsh realities of modern-day America, Vance commented, “We don’t have to like the reality that we live in, but […]
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Democrats Demand Special Session on Gun Safety After Apalachee High Shooting
Georgia House Democrats urged Gov. Brian Kemp Friday to call a special session of the General Assembly to take up gun safety legislation following Wednesday’s school shooting in Barrow County that left four dead and injured nine others. Democratic lawmakers introduced a series of bills during the 2023-24 legislative term either encouraging or requiring Georgians […]
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Monkey See, Monkey Do: Georgia Teens in Hot Water For Copycat Threats Against Schools
Georgia teens are being charged across multiple counties following a surge in online threats against schools. Authorities are arresting those responsible, stressing that even hoaxes carry serious consequences. 🚨 Why It Matters: These threats come just days after a tragic school shooting in Barrow County, putting communities on edge and prompting a strong response from […]
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Threat of School Shooting Made Against Toombs County Schools
In Toombs County, tensions were high earlier today after law enforcement responded swiftly to a potential threat involving two students. A concerning social media post, which hinted at a “shooting,” prompted the Toombs County School System to alert both the Sheriff’s Office and the Lyons Police Department. Though the post did not mention any specific […]
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Georgia Motocross instructor sentenced to 40 years for child exploitation
Ryan Meyung, 33, received a 40-year prison sentence for producing child pornography and sexually abusing children. He pleaded guilty to six counts of producing child pornography on April 26. By The Numbers: In Context: Meyung traveled across the country as a motocross instructor, building tracks and mentoring children. He used this position to exploit and […]
