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On the day after his 22nd birthday, Ronnie Ernesto Reale of Douglasville was arrested for allegedly picking up a 15-year-old girl from Northgate High School in Coweta County without parental consent or school knowledge.

n a powerful reunion at Wellstar Paulding Hospital, a group of Paulding County deputies, EMTs, and medical staff met the man they saved from a life-threatening emergency.

South Fulton Police Lieutenant Chuck Cook, who was critically wounded after being shot five times during a shootout in April 2025, was honored today at the Georgia State Capitol with a life-changing gift.

Description Students from over a dozen Georgia colleges and high schools joined a National Day of Action on January 20, 2026, staging massive walkouts to protest the Trump administration's immigration enforcement policies. The demonstrations, coinciding with the one-year anniversary of President Trump’s second term inauguration, were fueled by the recent fatal shooting of Renee Good, a U.S. citizen killed by an ICE agent in Minneapolis.

A terrifying scene unfolded at the Summit Cafeteria on Marietta Street in downtown Atlanta on Tuesday morning. Around 7:50 a.m., a physical altercation escalated into gunfire when a male suspect left the restaurant to retrieve a firearm from his backpack, returned, and opened fire.

A strong winter storm is predicted to hit Georgia this weekend. Here are some key terms to know as precipitation is expected to vary across the region.  

Atlanta Police Chief Darin Schierbaum will hold a press conference reviewing the 2025 year-end crime statistics, highlighting the department’s focus on combating gangs, guns, and drugs. Media attending are asked to remain in the lobby of Public Safety Headquarters until escorted by the Public Affairs Unit. The briefing will provide insight into trends, enforcement efforts, and priorities for public safety in the city.

Sphere Entertainment, the company behind the Las Vegas Sphere, announced plans for a second location near Washington, D.C. The “Mini Sphere” will be built in National Harbor, Maryland, seating 6,000 compared to the original’s 17,000. This expansion follows the company’s October 2024 announcement of a new Sphere venue in Abu Dhabi, signaling continued growth for the immersive entertainment brand.

The National Archives is launching a traveling exhibition of America’s most important historic documents to celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary. Originals—including an engraving of the Declaration of Independence, the Articles of Association, and the Treaty of Paris—will tour eight U.S. cities from March through August aboard the Freedom Plane, making these irreplaceable documents accessible to the public for the first time.

South Fulton Police Lt. Chuck Cook, wounded last August in a shootout, will be honored at the Georgia State Capitol with a mortgage payoff ceremony. Thanks to the Johnson Family, 10 Klicks Outdoors, and Purple Heart Homes, Lt. Cook’s mortgage will be fully paid, providing long-term housing security. Gov. Brian Kemp and community leaders will recognize his courage, sacrifice, and continued service to the South Fulton community.

At a White House briefing, President Donald Trump addressed the ongoing anti-ICE protests in Minneapolis, defending federal immigration enforcement as targeting dangerous criminals amid nationwide demonstrations. We also discussed tariffs and a new report showing that American consumers are ultimately bearing the cost of tariff policies. 

New research shows young people are more motivated than ever to quit smoking and vaping, but stronger, more addictive nicotine products are making it harder to walk away. Kathy Crosby, president and CEO of Truth Initiative, joins us to break down why quitting gets tougher after the New Year, how today’s nicotine impacts mental health, and why support—not shame—is key. She also shares effective quitting strategies and trusted resources to help young people succeed.

A powerful and heartwarming reunion unfolded as EMTs from Wellstar Paulding Hospital and a Paulding County deputy came face to face with the man whose life they helped save during a medical emergency. The reunion highlights the impact of fast decision-making, teamwork, and dedication to protecting lives across the community.