News for Metro Atlanta and Region

Armed shoplifting suspect killed by police at Cobb mall identified, GBI says
A shoplifting suspect at a Georgia mall died Wednesday after police said he produced a gun while running from an officer and the officer opened fire.

‘Rinse and repeat’: More flooding likely as storms pour on Atlanta
Most of North Georgia, including all of metro Atlanta, is under a flood watch through Tuesday night.
Bystander killed, 3 injured in Georgia State Patrol chase on Memorial Day
A woman was killed and two passengers were hospitalized after a Georgia State Patrol highway chase went awry Monday afternoon in Fulton County.

Another stormy weekend, but drier days are on the way
The National Weather Service predicts up to an inch of rain through Monday in North Georgia and Middle Georgia, with isolated higher totals possible.
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Wedding night helicopter crash near Dawsonville leaves 2 dead, 1 alive
The crash near Dawsonville left two men dead and one woman who survived. Their identities have not been released.
2h agoGeorgia’s runoff candidates will spar in a series of live-streamed debates
The Atlanta Press Club and Georgia Public Broadcasting are hosting 13 debates starting Sunday featuring candidates for U.S. Senate, governor and Congress.
Woman fatally stabbed on MARTA train identified, man arrested
A 66-year-old Atlanta woman was fatally stabbed on a MARTA train in what officials called a “senseless” incident. A 25-year-old was arrested.

Feds seek Atlanta judge’s recusal amid sex affair inquiry
The U.S. wants a federal judge in Atlanta to recuse herself from an election-related lawsuit over worries she committed misconduct and is biased toward Democrats.

Hank Aaron memorabilia going back to Braves, ending fight with former staffers
The home plate and bases from Hank Aaron’s historic 715th home run are being returned to the Atlanta Braves in a deal that ends a legal battle.
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Atlanta police investigate sex affair involving judge and high-ranking officer
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Three new measles cases in metro Atlanta confirmed by state
Officials with the Georgia Department of Public Health say the family traveled internationally and was unvaccinated.

Regulators accept Norfolk Southern rail merger application — with a catch
The Surface Transportation Board said it won't move forward with the process until the railroads send further information.

World Cup a ‘no-drone zone’ around Mercedes-Benz Stadium, FBI warns
The FBI offered the first glimpse Thursday into how feds plan to keep fans, players and visitors safe when the World Cup comes to Atlanta.

Waymo resumes robotaxi service in Atlanta after flash flood pause
Waymo suspended rideshare services in Atlanta after flash flooding on May 20.

Interim DA takes over in Statesboro area after predecessor’s sudden death
Jillian Gibson is taking over as the acting district attorney in the Ogeechee Judicial District after the elected official overseeing the office died late last week.
Apalachee shooting suspect’s trial moving out of Barrow County
The murder trial of Apalachee High School shooting suspect Colt Gray will be moved out of Barrow County and could take place this fall near Augusta, a judge said Thursday.

Armed shoplifting suspect killed by police at Cobb mall identified, GBI says
A shoplifting suspect at a Georgia mall died Wednesday after police said he produced a gun while running from an officer and the officer opened fire.




