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Politics & Govt in ...
Charles Rambo, a retired officer, announces his bid to run for Fulton County sheriff with a plan, the Constitutional Sheriff Initiative, aimed at reforming the department.
Community & Society in ...
A 23-year-old mother, Madison Hope Summerville, died saving her children from a fire in their Georgia home, while another Atlanta fire led to a woman being hospitalized.
The Atlanta City Council approved expanded access restrictions at Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to enhance safety and address homelessness, prompting public debate.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
Atlanta City Council approves an ordinance to ban right turns on red at selected intersections to improve pedestrian safety, set for implementation by 2026.
The Atlanta City Council is considering an ordinance to provide free feminine hygiene products in city buildings, with strong support from nonprofit leaders and advocates.
International agencies shuttered the site of LockBit 3.0, which claimed responsibility for Fulton County's ransomware attack, disrupting its operations.
A fire destroyed Dill’s Food City in Royston, causing a total loss but no injuries. The community is mourning the loss of the 80-year-old local grocery store.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
A juvenile suspect is sought for a school shooting at Benjamin E. Mays High School in Atlanta, which resulted in four students with non-life-threatening injuries.
A Decatur teen, Keegan Gates, was arrested by the GBI for allegedly fatally shooting 16-year-old Nasir Davis at a Snellville party. He faces multiple charges including felony murder.
A three-year-old was injured in a shooting in Atlanta. Officers responded to the scene and the child was hospitalized. No arrests have been made, and the police are investigating.
A new book reexamines James Oglethorpe's anti-slavery efforts, challenging narratives of the Georgia founder's stance on slavery and his role in its history.
Fun & Entertainment in ...
Atlanta's hip-hop community supported Deacon Johnny Hollman's family with a benefit concert, seeking justice for his death following a traffic stop incident.
Atlanta area faces a surge in jury duty scams, with fraudsters impersonating officials to extract money, costing victims tens of thousands of dollars.
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