Police say 3,000 warrants never submitted to state database
FOX 5 reported on a question raised by an Atlanta councilman regarding whether the Atlanta Police Department had stopped processing warrants issued by city judges for defendants who fail to show for their court cases.
FOX 5 reported on a question raised by an Atlanta councilman regarding whether the Atlanta Police Department had stopped processing warrants issued by city judges for defendants who fail to show for their court cases.
Judge: Atlanta police not executing bench warrants
Christopher Portiss, the chief judge of the Atlanta Municipal Court, said this week the Atlanta Police Department has stopped executing the warrants sent by judges after a defendant is a no-show to answer a charge.
Christopher Portiss, the chief judge of the Atlanta Municipal Court, said this week the Atlanta Police Department has stopped executing the warrants sent by judges after a defendant is a no-show to answer a charge.
More than 2,000 guns stolen from cars in Atlanta this year, APD says
Atlanta Police Department statistics show more than 2,000 guns have been recorded stolen this year. Police say these guns are used in violent crime.
Atlanta Police Department statistics show more than 2,000 guns have been recorded stolen this year. Police say these guns are used in violent crime.
Two mayoral hopefuls blast decision to provide security after Bottoms leaves office
The reaction to a new law that would allow outgoing Atlanta mayors to keep their security detail is drawing a strong reaction.
The reaction to a new law that would allow outgoing Atlanta mayors to keep their security detail is drawing a strong reaction.
Mayor Bottoms to receive Atlanta police protection following end of her term
Keisha Lance Bottoms will continue to receive her personal police protection after she leaves office.
Keisha Lance Bottoms will continue to receive her personal police protection after she leaves office.
Law enforcement leaders ask Georgia Senate committee for mandatory sentencing
In a hearing Wednesday, law enforcement leaders pitched lawmakers the idea of mandatory sentencing for some violent crimes in Georgia.
In a hearing Wednesday, law enforcement leaders pitched lawmakers the idea of mandatory sentencing for some violent crimes in Georgia.
Atlanta mayoral candidate outlines four-point plan to fight crime
Atlanta mayoral candidate and City Councilman Andre Dickens announced a four-point plan to reduce violent crime in the city.
Atlanta mayoral candidate and City Councilman Andre Dickens announced a four-point plan to reduce violent crime in the city.
APD officers recognized for bravery by Atlanta Bar Association
Officers Khuong Thai and Joshua Lovreta, shot at while responding to a shooting at a Midtown apartment building, were named 2021 Atlanta Bar Association's Officers of the Year.
Officers Khuong Thai and Joshua Lovreta, shot at while responding to a shooting at a Midtown apartment building, were named 2021 Atlanta Bar Association's Officers of the Year.
State lawmakers meet with community members, Atlanta police to discuss recent violence
The House Public Safety and Homeland Security Committee organized a community town hall following an uptick of violence in downtown Atlanta. Atlanta Police and community members shared their concerns and challenges.
The House Public Safety and Homeland Security Committee organized a community town hall following an uptick of violence in downtown Atlanta. Atlanta Police and community members shared their concerns and challenges.
Atlanta police chief: Arresting repeat offenders 'discouraging'
In a frank conversation with reporters Tuesday afternoon, Atlanta Police Chief Rodney Bryant said repeat offenders are one of the biggest challenges they face as a department.
In a frank conversation with reporters Tuesday afternoon, Atlanta Police Chief Rodney Bryant said repeat offenders are one of the biggest challenges they face as a department.
APD moves desk duty cops to the beat
In an effort to free up zone officers, the Atlanta Police Department has ordered some administrative staff back onto the beat.
In an effort to free up zone officers, the Atlanta Police Department has ordered some administrative staff back onto the beat.
Atlanta to require city workers to undergo LGBTQ+ training
Workers in the city of Atlanta will be required to attend training on the LGBTQ+ culture. The measure includes outreach to employees who may fall under one of the classifications, as well as the public at large.
Workers in the city of Atlanta will be required to attend training on the LGBTQ+ culture. The measure includes outreach to employees who may fall under one of the classifications, as well as the public at large.
9/11 attacks changed an Atlanta police officer's life
Atlanta police officer Jay Pagan said he almost lost the will to live while trapped by debris under a fire truck for nearly an hour on 9/11.
Atlanta police officer Jay Pagan said he almost lost the will to live while trapped by debris under a fire truck for nearly an hour on 9/11.
Atlanta motorist in road rage encounter left on hold after calling 911
An Atlanta motorist who was followed by an angry driver called 911 hoping that a police officer could intervene. Instead, he says he was left waiting on hold for minutes.
An Atlanta motorist who was followed by an angry driver called 911 hoping that a police officer could intervene. Instead, he says he was left waiting on hold for minutes.
Gov. Kemp urges support for new police training center in Atlanta
Gov. Brian Kemp sent a letter Wednesday to Atlanta City Council urging them to support a controversial new law enforcement and first responder training center in DeKalb County
Gov. Brian Kemp sent a letter Wednesday to Atlanta City Council urging them to support a controversial new law enforcement and first responder training center in DeKalb County
Atlanta Public Schools begin mandatory COVID-19 testing for staff
Beginning Tuesday, all Atlanta Public School teachers, staff members, bus drivers, and more will undergo mandatory testing for COVID-19.
Beginning Tuesday, all Atlanta Public School teachers, staff members, bus drivers, and more will undergo mandatory testing for COVID-19.
Atlanta police set to begin using motorized vehicle in fight against crime
Atlanta's police chief accepted all-terrain vehicles that officers can use to aid in the fight against crime.
Atlanta's police chief accepted all-terrain vehicles that officers can use to aid in the fight against crime.
Atlanta police chief testified during state hearing on crime
Atlanta Police Chief Rodney Bryant told state lawmakers Tuesday that their partnerships with state and federal entities have allowed them to take a more aggressive approach to tacklE crime over the last year or so.
Atlanta Police Chief Rodney Bryant told state lawmakers Tuesday that their partnerships with state and federal entities have allowed them to take a more aggressive approach to tacklE crime over the last year or so.
Loved ones of recent metro Atlanta murder victims urged city officials to do more to protect women
Some women said they feel terrified and unsafe. That's not only because of the recent attacks against other women but also because of their own experiences with sexual violence.
Some women said they feel terrified and unsafe. That's not only because of the recent attacks against other women but also because of their own experiences with sexual violence.
Gun incidents, homicides up in Atlanta over last year
Homicides are up in Atlanta over last year, but the bad news does not end there.
Homicides are up in Atlanta over last year, but the bad news does not end there.