News for Metro Atlanta and Region

Judge grants immunity to man in DeKalb library shooting, citing self-defense
A man who was previously charged after a shooting at a DeKalb County library had his charges dropped after a judge found he acted in self-defense, officials say.

Some soil contaminated after truck carrying diesel overturns, officials say
Some contaminated soil was identified after a truck carrying around 7,500 gallons of diesel fuel overturned Friday morning in DeKalb County, officials say.

Pedestrian killed, struck by multiple vehicles on I-75/85 North in Atlanta
Parts of the Downtown Connector were closed early Thursday amid the morning commute after a pedestrian was fatally struck, officials say.
A beloved mascot tradition will return for a Georgia football team. But when?
Georgia Southern's bald eagle mascot, Freedom, died unexpectedly in March 2025. Training of the next generation, Freedom II, continues as the 2026 season nears kickoff.
2h agoHouse Republicans press for details on investigation of Atlanta federal judge
In a letter Tuesday, the U.S. House Judiciary Committee sought details of a misconduct case against an Atlanta federal judge, saying her "egregious" behavior is concerning.

Everton Blair, Georgia’s first openly gay congressman, sworn into office
Everton Blair Jr. cast his first votes after being sworn into the U.S. House on Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2026.

Father who spent decades in prison for baby’s death granted bond, waiting new trial
Danyel Smith can go home for the first time in more than two decades after a judge on Tuesday granted him bond ahead of a new trial.
8m agoHouse Republicans press for details on investigation of Atlanta federal judge
In a letter Tuesday, the U.S. House Judiciary Committee sought details of a misconduct case against an Atlanta federal judge, saying her "egregious" behavior is concerning.

Atlanta police recruit killed in motorcycle crash on way to work, officials say
An Atlanta Police Department employee was killed in a crash on the city’s southeast side early Tuesday, officials said.
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Democrats challenge the ‘moderate Republican’ brand in Atlanta suburbs
Prominent Black Democrats rally behind Keisha Lance Bottoms
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Georgia families sue Meta, accuse its data center of tainting their water
Neighbors of Meta's Newton County data center allege construction of the facility has affected their water and destroyed their rural way of life.
Atlanta-area rapper gets 6 years in $6.5 million check fraud scheme
Shamarri Tache Brooks not only altered checks he stole from the mail; he also sold fraud tutorials online, even though his schemes did not apparently work.

5 arrested in fight at high school football game, officials say
A fight broke out at a high school football game Friday night, leading to the arrest of five people and the recovery of a stolen gun, the Coweta County Sheriff’s Office said.

‘From Kohl’s to Souls’: A former Roswell big box store is becoming a church
Pastor Lee Jenkins, who leads the church, called its new home a "nest" for worship and community events.

A.M. ATL: Figures of speech
Morning, y'all. In your Aug. 31 update: Cobb superintendent's controversial speech, next-gen filmmakers, Atlantans pay tribute to Dolly Parton and more.
Healthcare team leaves Atlanta law firm for regional competitor
After 18 years at Atlanta law firm Hall Booth Smith, partner Brittany Cone has moved her team of healthcare specialists to regional competitor Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein.

Tyler Perry Studios launches division to champion new filmmakers
Maxscene creates another avenue for independent filmmakers to see projects through Georgia’s production infrastructure.

Behind the scenes on a tragic morning of gridlocked Atlanta traffic
A pedestrian was struck and killed Thursday, leading to an hourslong shutdown on I-75/I-85 northbound that caused reverberating delays around the city.
Teachers’ group: Cobb educators questioned about reactions to superintendent’s speech
It's not clear what infraction the educators may be accused of.
Atlanta producer Jermaine Dupri drops royalty lawsuit against Sony
Atlanta music producer Jermaine Dupri drops a lawsuit that had sought millions from Sony Music Entertainment, saying in court records the situation has been resolved.




