ATLANTA — A collaborative effort between the MARTA Police Criminal and the Atlanta Police Department Fugitive Task Force has resulted in the arrest of a suspect connected to a fatal shooting at the Arts Center MARTA Station. The Details: The shooting occurred on August 11, around 9 p.m., when a man was shot multiple times […]
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Compassion Christian Church Opens Resource Center to Help Ogeechee River Flood Victims
CHATHAM COUNTY — After Tropical Storm Debby caused severe flooding along the Ogeechee River, residents in west Chatham County can find support at a newly established Resource Center at Compassion Christian Church. Volunteers worked swiftly to prepare the space, which officially opened its doors on Tuesday afternoon to provide essential supplies to affected families. The […]
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Arson at Atlanta Construction Site Linked to ‘Cop City’ Protests: What We Know
A construction site in Atlanta was the scene of a suspected arson early Wednesday morning, marking the latest in a series of attacks linked to the ongoing protests against the construction of the Atlanta Public Safety Training Center, also known as “Cop City.” The fire occurred at a lot on Memorial Drive, near newly built […]
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Man and Dog Rescued from Lawrenceville House Fire
LAWRENCEVILLE — A late-night house fire in Lawrenceville nearly turned tragic, but the swift actions of Gwinnett County firefighters ensured that all residents, including a family dog, made it out alive. The fire, which broke out around 2:35 a.m. on the 3500 block of River Drive SW, left a family of four displaced and sent […]
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Trash Fees are Going up in Norcross: Here’s Why
Starting September 1, residents and businesses in the City of Norcross will see a 4.8% increase in their waste collection charges. This adjustment, in line with the city’s contractual agreement with Waste Management, mirrors the 4.8% rise in the Consumer Price Index for Water, Sewer, and Trash Services. For Norcross residents, the increased fees will […]
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66-Year-Old Man Killed in Head-On Collision in Macon
A 66-year-old man lost his life in a head-on collision on Tucker Road at Foster Road in Macon Tuesday afternoon. The fatal crash, reported at 2:11 p.m., prompted an immediate response from the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. When deputies arrived, they found the elderly man unresponsive. Despite efforts, he was pronounced dead at the scene […]
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How to Navigate a Roundabout Like a Pro
Navigating a roundabout isn’t rocket science, folks, but judging by some of the driving out there, maybe it should be. If you’ve ever wondered what that circular bit of road is for—or why other drivers are honking at you as you try to navigate it—this guide from the State of Georgia’s Department of Public Safety […]
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Lutheran Church of the Redeemer Reopens Historic Sanctuary After Extensive Renovations
Lutheran Church of the Redeemer in Midtown Atlanta is reopening its historic sanctuary on August 18, 2024, following a significant refurbishment project. The updates include new roofing, upgraded electrical and lighting systems, and fresh interior paint. The sanctuary, originally built 72 years ago, is now set to welcome worshippers and the broader community into an […]
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Alert Declared at Georgia Nuclear Power Plant After Transformer Fire
An alert was declared at the Georgia’s nuclear power plant, Plant Vogte, specifically at Vogtle Units 1 and 2, at about noon today. The alert was later cleared at about 2:36 p.m. During the time the alert was in effect, Georgia Power declined to release information about the cause of the alert, but afterwards said […]
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Are Fulton County Schools a Hotbed for Antisemitism?
Jewish and Israeli students in Fulton County School District are facing a barrage of anti-Semitic bullying, harassment, and threats, according to a federal complaint filed by the Louis D. Brandeis Center for Human Rights Under Law. The complaint, which has been submitted to the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights, details a disturbing […]
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Mexican Land Standoff Leads to Arrest in Lawrenceville Homicide Case
LAWRENCEVILLE — A dispute over land in Mexico has resulted in a homicide charge in Gwinnett County. The Gwinnett County Police Department announced today that Mario Rene Lopez-Jolon, 38, of Lawrenceville, has been charged with the death of Guadalupe Garcia Rodriguez. Lopez-Jolon was apprehended in Huntsville, Alabama, after a tip led detectives to his location. […]
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Mercedes-Benz Stadium is The Best NFL Stadium in America
Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium has been crowned the best NFL stadium in America, according to a new analysis by NJ.bet, a sportsbook resource. This comes as a feather in the cap for the stadium, which has been a source of pride for the city since its opening. The ranking takes into account several factors, including affordability, […]
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Preserved: Historic Roswell Masonic Lodge Will Remain as An Open Air Pavilion
ROSWELL — The historic Roswell Masonic Lodge, a landmark that has stood as a testament to the city’s rich history for generations, is set to undergo a transformation that will preserve its legacy while giving it new life. After a unanimous vote by the Roswell City Council Monday night, the lodge will be preserved and […]
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Downtown Macon Revamp: 140 New Lofts and Parking Deck Set to Transform City Hall Area
Macon residents can look forward to new lofts and improved public spaces as the city advances the DT Walton project. On Tuesday, August 6, city commissioners approved the closure of an unnamed right-of-way that cuts through the City Hall parking lot, setting the stage for the development of 140 loft units and a parking deck […]
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Former Georgia Jailer Arrested for Aggravated Battery and Inmate Cruelty
A former jailer with the Walton County Sheriff’s Office, Jeffrey Sean Day, has been arrested and charged with aggravated battery, cruelty to inmates, and violation of oath of office. The charges stem from an incident on July 28, in which Day, 39, of Monroe, allegedly physically assaulted a handcuffed inmate, resulting in injuries that required […]
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Badcock Home Furniture Closing All Georgia Stores: Here’s Why
A Florida-based furniture chain that has been a fixture in Georgia and other southeastern states for more than a century is going out of business. Badcock Home Furniture & More, with more than two dozen locations in Georgia, announced on Facebook Aug. 6 that it’s closing all of its more than 370 stores in eight […]
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Albany Man Charged with Murder After Fatal Shooting of Girlfriend
A 21-year-old Albany man was arrested and charged with murder after his girlfriend was found dead from a gunshot wound early on August 10. Officers responded to a shooting at Shoreham Apartments on Champagne Lane, where they discovered Eboni Nicole Hood, 19, deceased in the bedroom of her apartment from a gunshot wound to the […]
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Roswell Will Consider Keeping Historic Masonic Lodge as an Open Air Pavilion
ROSWELL — At tonight’s Roswell City Council meeting, significant decisions are expected to be made regarding the future of the historic Roswell Masonic Lodge and a new parking deck development on Alpharetta Street. Key items on the agenda include a resolution to settle ongoing litigation related to the city’s use of eminent domain to acquire […]
