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Smyrna to close city jail, partner with Cobb County for inmate housing

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 01:44:35 GMT

The City Council voted unanimously at its March 2 meeting to shut down the jail, with a targeted closing date of June 2.

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'Teen takeover' chaos to be cracked down on even harder by Atlanta Police after 17 arrests, chief says

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 22:59:05 GMT

The Atlanta Police chief said parents will now face charges for the actions of their children.

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No injuries reported after structure fire in Roswell, firefighters say

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 20:44:05 GMT

The cause of the fire is still under investigation, which will require fire crews to remain on scene for several hours to monitor for hot spots and clean up.

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9-year-old boy shot in leg at DeKalb County apartment complex, police say

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:41:54 GMT

Police said the child's 21-year-old brother was taken to the DeKalb County Jail.

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Parents facing charges after 8-year-old brought gun to Hall County elementary school

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:31:46 GMT

A second grade student at Myers Elementary was brought to the office and a handgun was secured in an incident last week.

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MARTA is rolling out a major bus network overhaul and a new on‑demand rideshare service

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:29:09 GMT

The transit agency is making its biggest changes in decades and adding a rideshare option for those losing bus routes.

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Atlanta stunt performer reflects on time performing with Bad Bunny during the halftime show

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 13:44:02 GMT

Jewelianna Ramos-Ortiz and her family got to perform together in the global spectacle in February.

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'Significant explosion' reported at aluminum plant in Greene County

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 04:08:53 GMT

Officials said the fire began outside at the plant’s Stackhouse. The cause of the explosion remains under investigation.

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Roswell man killed after being hit while riding Harley-Davidson motorcycle in Cobb County, police say

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 02:11:15 GMT

The rider lost control, and the motorcycle slid into the path of the oncoming Honda Accord, according to police.

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14 arrested, 10 guns found during ‘teen takeover’ chaos along Atlanta Beltline, police say

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 21:42:50 GMT

The chaotic gathering turned into a shots fired call near the Atlanta Beltline and another dispute on Ponce de Leon Avenue near the Beltline.

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Driver detained after hitting retired deputy at Publix Atlanta Marathon

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 20:54:41 GMT

A retired Fulton County Sheriff's deputy was injured after being hit by a vehicle while working at the Atlanta Marathon.

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Suspect identified in Austin 6th Street mass shooting

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 19:59:49 GMT

The suspect has been identified as 53-year-old Ndiaga Diagne.

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Cumberland Mall to implement temporary youth curfew after rumblings of another disruptive 'takeover'

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 04:35:33 GMT

The curfew comes after 17 people were arrested after a "takeover" at The Battery resulted in a large law enforcement presence.

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Red Cross of Georgia reports increase in assistance as home fires surge

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 01:17:07 GMT

The organization is urging Georgia residents and families to follow simple steps to prevent such disasters.

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Mall of Stonecrest on lockdown after person was shot, police say

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 23:58:12 GMT

Officers say they expect clearing the mall for safety to take a few hours and ask that people stay away as investigations continue.

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Crash ignites vehicle fire near Dunwoody Place in Sandy Springs

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 23:57:50 GMT

The public is advised to avoid the area at this time

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Cobb County teens charged as adults in Battery takeover incident

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 11:56:11 GMT

Cobb County Police arrested two 17-year-olds, now charged as adults, connected to an illegal "takeover" on February 21st, as the investigation continues.

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Fulton County offers Rice Street jail detainees last chance for diversion to ease overcrowding

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 11:43:36 GMT

That is just one of several proposals Fulton County Commission Chairman Robb Pitts has come up with to ease jail overcrowding.

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Gwinnett County apartment fire displaces 26; no injuries reported

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 11:28:43 GMT

Apartment management is assisting displaced residents.

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Crews put out house fire in DeKalb County

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 04:47:40 GMT

No injuries were reported.

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Atlanta artist creates vibrant tribute to West Midtown ahead of FIFA World Cup

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 01:39:08 GMT

Colorful street art celebrates Black history and local creativity in Atlanta.

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APD searching for man who stole car, hit victim while fleeing the scene

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 00:54:50 GMT

A victim told officers a man stole his Hyundai Santa Fe as he was delivering packages for his employer.

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Cause of death for Lil Jon's son released by medical examiner

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 00:30:37 GMT

Nathan Smith's body was recovered from a pond on Feb. 6.

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Bill would strip district attorneys of power to prosecute election cases

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 00:19:34 GMT

Senate committee members learned the measure would prevent counties from bringing election cases.

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Laken Riley's father files wrongful death lawsuit against Board of Regents, Athens apartment complex

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 00:10:39 GMT

Jason Riley is seeking compensation for the full value of his daughter's life, including lost future earnings, funeral costs, pain and suffering.

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Man arrested, charged with murder in November death outside strip club, deputies say

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 00:05:33 GMT

In a release, the DeKalb County Sheriff's Office announced the arrest of 22-year-old Robert Grady at a home on Cedarbrook Drive in Decatur.

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Falcons fire assistant LaTroy Lewis after sexual assault allegation

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 23:47:04 GMT

The team said the allegation was made against LaTroy Lewis, who was recently hired as an assistant defensive line coach.

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Arrest made in connection with shooting death of 17-year-old in Clarkston, deputies say

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 22:02:35 GMT

Warrants state that Waykuur shot and killed Battle as he fought with another juvenile co-defendant. Waykuur and the juvenile fled from the scene.

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UGA instructor accused of sending inappropriate messages flees country, school says

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 19:37:01 GMT

Investigations revealed the instructor, who hasn't been named and was working on a limited-term contract, fled the country late Tuesday.

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Nearly $100 million in gold confiscated in multi-state takedown of alleged scam network

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 18:19:57 GMT

Gold seized in multi-state scam targeting seniors, who were duped into converting their life savings into gold and handing it over to couriers.

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Woman injured by gunshots fired into southwest Atlanta home, police say

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 17:26:51 GMT

According to police, officers were called to a home on Greenleaf Circle Southwest a little before 6 a.m.

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Police searching for man last seen nearly two weeks ago

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 16:03:42 GMT

Officers said he is known for hanging out around gas stations and parks.

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KIPP Atlanta Collegiate honors the past while inspiring future students to succeed

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 15:51:45 GMT

The school, located on Atlanta's Westside, first opened in 1951 as Henry McNeal Turner High School, a segregated school named after an A.M.E. bishop.

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'Trespasser walking on the roof' at Lenox Station apprehended by police

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 14:45:04 GMT

MARTA reported an "emergency situation" on Friday morning leading to temporary suspension of service at Lenox station.

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Baby born on Highway 285 in DeKalb County, dispatch says

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 12:31:08 GMT

First responders on scene told 11Alive's Doug Turnbull that the mother and child are on the way to the hospital and they are both healthy.

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Traffic Alert: Flooding from heavy rain causes road closures in parts of metro Atlanta

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 11:31:42 GMT

Some residents might be met with road closures as crews work to remove the water from the streets.

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Ruwa Romman ends Georgia governor campaign to launch bid for state senate

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:29:31 GMT

Romman will be qualifying for State Senate District 7 and launching Georgia We Deserve in March after suspending her Georgia governor campaign, according to release.

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Man struck by train, killed in Hall County, deputies say

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 02:57:18 GMT

Deputies said the man died from his injuries at the scene.

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Firefighter who broke barriers in Atlanta Fire Rescue builds legacy of service

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 02:42:36 GMT

The first Black Battalion Chief in Atlanta reflects on 27 years of saving lives, integrating the department, and opening doors for the next generation.

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Atlanta running icon, winner of first Peachtree Road Race and Olympian, dies

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 02:15:51 GMT

Jeff Galloway made history when he won the inaugural Peachtree Road Race, helping shape what would become one of the most iconic 10K races in the world.

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