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Crime & Emergencies in ...
A Lee County deputy was shot while serving a first‑degree rape warrant in Loachapoka; the suspect was killed and the deputy is recovering.
Students at Emory reported being threatened on campus Saturday evening; a WSB‑TV clip shows classmates describing the scare while campus safety reviews reports.
Weather & Environment in ...
Red Flag Warning noon–8pm Sunday as gusty NW winds and low humidity raise wildfire risk across Atlanta.
Four Georgia State Patrol troopers were fired after investigators found they shared crash reports with an attorney who filed pursuit-related insurance claims. The department says the conduct violated ethical standards.
An attorney in a metro Atlanta trafficking case told local TV that traffickers are using rideshare apps to move victims across the region, renewing scrutiny of platform safeguards.
Real Estate & Development in ...
A new Haynes Manor estate at 380 W. Wesley Road is asking $11 million. The 14,000‑sq‑ft modern home pairs high-end finishes with geothermal systems and a resort pool.
Connolly says Parkside on Dresden's main building is fully leased ahead of Woodley Plaza's April 25 dedication; one freestanding restaurant pad remains available.
Food & Drinks in ...
Savannah's Hop Atomica broke ground in Richmond Hill's Heartwood on April 15, with a projected early‑2027 opening and longtime regulars set to run the new outpost.
A late-night dispute on a MARTA bus ended with gunfire near Young and Redan roads in DeKalb County; no injuries were reported and police are investigating.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
Hartsfield-Jackson has added three biometric eGates at its South checkpoint, letting eligible CLEAR+ travelers skip the TSA podium as ATL prepares for heavy summer travel.
A Hogansville man was arrested April 10 and booked on two counts of rape after investigators say a probe into the reported rape of a 10-year-old widened when a second victim came forward.
Federal agents served a federal arrest warrant in DeKalb County and arrested Charles Brown after agents reportedly found firearms and drugs while search warrants were executed.
Northside Hospital Forsyth filed state paperwork to add floors and expand its emergency department at the Cumming campus. Local reporting says the plan would add short‑stay beds and reconfigure support space.
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