Shaddi Abusaid
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Shaddi is a Marietta native who covers crime, courts and breaking news for the AJC.
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Flock license plate reader notice

Amid growing scrutiny, Atlanta police look to root out Flock misuse

Fulton commission offers $56.5 million for Atlanta city jail

‘Be a good partner’: Fulton commission offers $56.5 million for Atlanta jail

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‘On the rise’: Metro Atlanta schools celebrate gains on state math exams

Kelsea Bond

Amid data center pushback, Atlanta council debates new task force

Mayor Andre Dickens

Atlanta mayor blasts Fulton commission for opting out of tax extension plan

Apalachee Verdict?

Apalachee shooter’s father faces sentencing at hearing starting Thursday

Lime

Atlanta’s e-bike, scooter rentals skyrocketed during World Cup

Wearing a USMNT kit, Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens takes the stage during a free concert at Piedmont Park on Sunday, July 19, 2026, after the World Cup finals watch party. (Ben Gray for the AJC)

Atlanta mayor, staff take victory lap after World Cup leaves town

Motion: Gwinnett man was wrongly convicted in ‘shaken baby’ case

After more than two decades in prison, father granted new trial in son’s death

Sandy Springs approves police plan for 99 license plate readers

DeKalb deputy charged with Flock camera misuse; more Georgia officers fired