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Deputies responded to multiple calls after neighbors in Newton County reported an armed person attempting to enter homes. Officials say the weapon was seen but not fired and no injuries were reported.
A late‑night shooting in Clarkston left at least one person dead and prompted an active police investigation. Detectives canvassed the scene while authorities seek tips.
A Canton man was convicted after prosecutors say he choked a woman who tried to leave; two children were inside. The DA presented that account at trial.
Two people were shot Monday night near Lee Street and Donnelly Avenue in southwest Atlanta; police say both victims are alert and breathing. Authorities have released few details as the investigation continues.
A metro‑Atlanta couple says scammers spoofed their realtor and diverted nearly $9,000 at closing. Industry groups and the FBI warn wire‑redirection scams are rising.
An 18-year-old Haralson County senior died in a four-car crash on GA‑1; family has authorized organ donation and a fundraiser has raised more than $17K.
A man convicted in the 1987 shooting that left Det. J.J. Biello paralyzed may soon be eligible for release, local reporting says.
A person was rushed to the hospital in critical condition after a shooting near the Preserve at Camp Creek on Camp Creek Parkway. Atlanta police say investigators are still piecing together what happened.
Four juveniles were arrested after they opened fire on an occupied McDonough apartment building, prompting a SWAT standoff. Authorities charged the group with aggravated assault.
An 18-year-old passenger was killed when a Mercedes flipped on Chapel Hill Road in Douglasville; investigators say she was unrestrained and ejected. A back-seat passenger was hospitalized.
A woman was found shot and killed Saturday night on Hambrick Road in DeKalb County; police say the investigation is active and are asking for anonymous tips via Tip411.
An off-duty Cobb County officer called in a pre-dawn house fire on Mt. Tabor Church Road; firefighters pulled a man from the home who later died. Officials urge residents to check smoke alarms.
Fulton County will retry a 2023 DUI case after a local investigation prompted prosecutors to reexamine body‑camera footage and court files. The crash left a woman hospitalized and renewed questions about the original dismissal.
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