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Handcuff

Holster, then handcuff: Fatal DeKalb arrest defied most officer training

Law enforcement officers in Georgia are generally trained not to handle a firearm while they handcuff. A recent DeKalb officer’s arrest has sparked questions about procedure.

Colt Gray status hearing

Apalachee shooting suspect to appear in Barrow County for plea, sentence hearing

Colt Gray is set to appear in court for a non-negotiated plea and sentencing hearing on July 24, indicating he may be changing that not guilty plea.

Cyclospora Outbreak

‘Explosive diarrhea’ cases are spreading. Here’s what you need to know.

Georgia is one of the 31 states with cases of cyclosporiasis, an intestinal disease caused by microscopic parasites that can contaminate food and water. Summer is prime time.

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U.S. Senate runoff

Mike Collins under scrutiny for son-in-law’s antisemitic comments

U.S. Rep. Mike Collins, the Republican hoping to unseat Georgia Sen. Jon Ossoff, points to his votes supporting Israel after news reports on his son-in-law’s social media.

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LEG DAY 25

Georgia Rep. Kelley must face suit over friend’s fatal hit-and-run, judges say

State Rep. Trey Kelley must face claims he is liable for helping a friend cover up a fatal hit-and-run crash in 2019, the Georgia Court of Appeals ruled Wednesday.

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Alan Walden

Alan Walden, who managed Otis Redding and Lynyrd Skynyrd, dies at 83

Georgia music impresario Alan Walden, who had a hand in launching fellow Maconite Otis Redding to superstardom and signed a fledgling Lynyrd Skynyrd, died Thursday. He was 83.

Crime & Public Safety
LEG DAY 25

Georgia Rep. Kelley must face suit over friend’s fatal hit-and-run, judges say

State Rep. Trey Kelley must face claims he is liable for helping a friend cover up a fatal hit-and-run crash in 2019, the Georgia Court of Appeals ruled Wednesday.

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Pool photo

Grandmother charged after 2-year-old boy’s drowning death at Roswell pool

Axel Delgado's grandmother "failed to provide adequate supervision" at a Roswell apartment complex swimming pool, according to a warrant for the woman's arrest.

Cofield Escape
INVESTIGATIONS

How a dangerous and very rich con artist escaped federal prison

Arthur Lee Cofield, a dangerous gang leader who once stole $11 million while incarcerated, easily escaped from a Georgia prison camp with no fence.

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What if every mom had the support she deserved? Jaycina Almond is making it happen.

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Word Cup Fans : Argentina vs England

Who are the winners of Atlanta’s World Cup?

Uber Ahead Of Earnings Figures

Uber CEO must testify in sex trafficking suit, Gwinnett judge says

The Fulton County Commission is expected to consider and vote on a five-part plan aimed at lowering the county’s jail population.

Fulton commissioners opt out of Atlanta mayor’s tax extension plan

england argentina fifa fan fest
LIVE UPDATES

World Cup Atlanta live updates: Argentina beats England in 2-1 comeback

Signage and work for FIFA

Here’s how hotels, short-term rentals in Atlanta fared during the World Cup

Northlake Mall sale

Emory Healthcare to lease bulk of Northlake Mall after $95M sale to foundation

Mummy

Home Depot’s Halloween lineup: Skelly, a giant mummy and a plant monster

1050 Brickworks

This Atlanta tower wasn’t supposed to sit empty. Now it’s owned by the bank.

A group of customers, some wearing Mexico jerseys, watch a World Cup game on screens at Woofs Sport Bar in Midtown on Sunday, July 5, 2026. Woofs is the official location for Pride House ATL, the city’s designated hub for LGBTQ+ soccer fans during the FIFA World Cup.  (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

As World Cup in Atlanta ends, local bar remains hub for queer soccer fans

090525 lottery jackpot

Mega Millions player in this coastal Georgia town just won $4 million