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The man accused of threating the world's busiest airport is now in federal custody facing new charges. A past inmate says negligence likely led to the death of an inmate. The murder trial of a man accused of killing his girlfriend began with opening statements on Wednesday where prosecutors showed a text that said, "If something happens to me, REGGIE DID IT."
The man accused of threating the world's busiest airport is now in federal custody facing new charges. A past inmate says negligence likely led to the death of an inmate. The murder trial of a man accused of killing his girlfriend began with opening statements on Wednesday where prosecutors showed a text that said, "If something happens to me, REGGIE DID IT."
Former DeKalb Jail inmate says he witnessed neglect
A former DeKalb County Jail inmate is speaking out about the death of fellow detainee Rodney Garrick Sr., alleging jail officials were negligent in providing medical care. Garrick became sick and died just two days after being booked.
A former DeKalb County Jail inmate is speaking out about the death of fellow detainee Rodney Garrick Sr., alleging jail officials were negligent in providing medical care. Garrick became sick and died just two days after being booked.
Tiffany Foster murder: Opening statements begin in Reginald Robertson trial
Opening statements began in the Coweta County trial of Reginald Robertson, accused of kidnapping and murdering Tiffany Foster, whose body has never been found. Prosecutors played a 911 call and police bodycam video from 2020, where Foster said, “Reggie, you’re scaring me,” and told officers she couldn’t talk because “he would kill her.” The defense argues no physical evidence links him to a crime.
Opening statements began in the Coweta County trial of Reginald Robertson, accused of kidnapping and murdering Tiffany Foster, whose body has never been found. Prosecutors played a 911 call and police bodycam video from 2020, where Foster said, “Reggie, you’re scaring me,” and told officers she couldn’t talk because “he would kill her.” The defense argues no physical evidence links him to a crime.
Culinary tour of Your Third Spot
West Midtown’s Your Third Spot is gearing up for Halloween and its third anniversary with a costume contest, tiki-style Tree House of Terror, live circus entertainers, and more. The venue already offers more than 100 arcade games, bowling, cocktails and standout dishes like tuna crispy rice and snapper croquettes, making it a full entertainment and dining experience.
West Midtown’s Your Third Spot is gearing up for Halloween and its third anniversary with a costume contest, tiki-style Tree House of Terror, live circus entertainers, and more. The venue already offers more than 100 arcade games, bowling, cocktails and standout dishes like tuna crispy rice and snapper croquettes, making it a full entertainment and dining experience.
Halloween dates and circus party at Your Third Spot
An interactive entertainment venue in West Midtown is rolling out Halloween date nights, a costume party with live DJ and photo booth, and a circus-themed three-year anniversary celebration with aerialists and champagne — plus unlimited arcade and bowling games all weekend.
An interactive entertainment venue in West Midtown is rolling out Halloween date nights, a costume party with live DJ and photo booth, and a circus-themed three-year anniversary celebration with aerialists and champagne — plus unlimited arcade and bowling games all weekend.
South Fulton nonprofit serving TSA workers during government shutdown
Nicole’s House of Hope opened a food pantry for TSA workers on Wednesday.
Nicole’s House of Hope opened a food pantry for TSA workers on Wednesday.
Derek Dooley running for U.S. Senate as political outsider
Derek Dooley, the son of legendary UGA coach Vince Dooley, is positioning himself as a political outsider with decades of leadership experience from his coaching career.
Derek Dooley, the son of legendary UGA coach Vince Dooley, is positioning himself as a political outsider with decades of leadership experience from his coaching career.
App works to help teens drive safely
Car crashes remain the leading cause of preventable teen deaths in the U.S., with more than 300,000 crashes each year involving young drivers. An app DriveitHOME gives families free, practical tools to help parents coach their teens behind the wheel.
Car crashes remain the leading cause of preventable teen deaths in the U.S., with more than 300,000 crashes each year involving young drivers. An app DriveitHOME gives families free, practical tools to help parents coach their teens behind the wheel.
Former state trooper, chess champion hosts anti-violence training
Be a part of the solution to end violence in your community. Be Someone Inc. is hosting "Make the Hood: Strategic Leadership Training" from 4:30-6 p.m. at Be Someone Training Center, 949 Stephenson Rd, Stone Mountain, GA 30087 on Thursday, October 23.
Be a part of the solution to end violence in your community. Be Someone Inc. is hosting "Make the Hood: Strategic Leadership Training" from 4:30-6 p.m. at Be Someone Training Center, 949 Stephenson Rd, Stone Mountain, GA 30087 on Thursday, October 23.
Tow truck driver rescued as vehicle dangled from McKinney overpass
Crews have rescued the driver of a tow truck after a crash that left the cab dangling from an overpass.
Crews have rescued the driver of a tow truck after a crash that left the cab dangling from an overpass.
Georgia food pantry serves TSA agents during shutdown
A South Fulton nonprofit is stepping up to help TSA employees struggling to make ends meet during the ongoing federal government shutdown. On Wednesday, Nicole’s House of Hope opened its food pantry to TSA workers, offering groceries, cleaning supplies, and other essentials at no cost. All the workers had to do was show proper identification.
A South Fulton nonprofit is stepping up to help TSA employees struggling to make ends meet during the ongoing federal government shutdown. On Wednesday, Nicole’s House of Hope opened its food pantry to TSA workers, offering groceries, cleaning supplies, and other essentials at no cost. All the workers had to do was show proper identification.
Derek Dooley running for senate as outsider
Derek Dooley, the son of legendary UGA coach Vince Dooley, is positioning himself as a political outsider with decades of leadership experience from his coaching career as he runs to be Georgia's next senator. He has already received an endorsement from Governor Brian Kemp and says he wants to bring “new leadership” that reflects the values of Georgia voters.
Derek Dooley, the son of legendary UGA coach Vince Dooley, is positioning himself as a political outsider with decades of leadership experience from his coaching career as he runs to be Georgia's next senator. He has already received an endorsement from Governor Brian Kemp and says he wants to bring “new leadership” that reflects the values of Georgia voters.
Citizens getting voice on tax rates in one Georgia county
Douglas County commissioners approved a taxpayer-led audit committee to oversee county spending and promote financial transparency. The move follows public outrage over a proposed 30% property tax increase that residents successfully opposed in August. The seven-member volunteer panel, including five taxpayers with accounting or governance experience, will review county finances and report to the Board of Commissioners.
Douglas County commissioners approved a taxpayer-led audit committee to oversee county spending and promote financial transparency. The move follows public outrage over a proposed 30% property tax increase that residents successfully opposed in August. The seven-member volunteer panel, including five taxpayers with accounting or governance experience, will review county finances and report to the Board of Commissioners.
Brush fire slows traffic on Buford Connector
A brush fire caused slow traffic on the Bufford Connector Wednesday evening.
A brush fire caused slow traffic on the Bufford Connector Wednesday evening.
Federal immigration agents headed to Bay Area, Alameda's Coast Guard Island
President Donald Trump and his administration have long threatened to send federal agents and national guard troops into San Francisco and the Bay Area.
President Donald Trump and his administration have long threatened to send federal agents and national guard troops into San Francisco and the Bay Area.
28 years later, Levi Frady case still unsolved as GBI seeks new leads
Levi Frady disappeared on Oct. 22, 1997, and was found dead the next day in Dawson County.
Levi Frady disappeared on Oct. 22, 1997, and was found dead the next day in Dawson County.
Police: 2 arrested after drive-by shooting at Gwinnett County restaurant
Two people have been arrested after a drive-by shooting outside Harold’s Chicken and Ice Bar over the weekend, police said.
Two people have been arrested after a drive-by shooting outside Harold’s Chicken and Ice Bar over the weekend, police said.
Woman shot multiple times on Panthersville Road
A woman is fighting for her life after being shot multiple times Tuesday evening in DeKalb County, police said.
A woman is fighting for her life after being shot multiple times Tuesday evening in DeKalb County, police said.
Man dies after encounter with Cobb County police, GBI investigating
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is looking into what happened Tuesday evening after a man died following a confrontation with Cobb County police officers.
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is looking into what happened Tuesday evening after a man died following a confrontation with Cobb County police officers.
San Francisco Giants hire University of Tennessee's Tony Vitello to be next manager
Tony Vitello – head baseball coach at the University of Tennessee – will be the first manager in Major League Baseball without any professional baseball experience.
Tony Vitello – head baseball coach at the University of Tennessee – will be the first manager in Major League Baseball without any professional baseball experience.