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Community memorial honoring service dog Bruno with flowers and candles.Community memorial honoring service dog Bruno with flowers and candles.

Tragic Loss in Atlanta: Veteran’s Service Dog Found Dead

March 14, 2025

News Summary The Atlanta community is mourning the loss of Bruno, a service dog who was recently found dead after going missing. The standard poodle was an emotional support for...

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Millions in Unclaimed Pell Grants and Scholarships in Georgia

March 14, 2025

News Summary A significant amount of financial aid remains unclaimed by Georgia college students, with over $139 million in Pell Grants alone left untapped. Misunderstandings regarding federal aid are common,...

Missing 14-Year-Old Abdul Aziz Khan Found Safe in Colorado

March 14, 2025

News Summary Abdul Aziz Khan, a 14-year-old boy abducted in 2017 by his non-custodial mother, was found safe in Colorado after a seven-year-long case. Law enforcement discovered Khan during a...

Severe Weather Alert: Strong Storm System to Hit Georgia

March 13, 2025

News Summary Georgia residents are urged to prepare for a turbulent weekend as a strong storm system is forecasted to cross the state with a heightened risk of tornados. From...

Man Arrested for Slashing Tents of Homeless in Atlanta

March 12, 2025

News Summary Atlanta law enforcement has arrested 42-year-old Daniel Barnett for slashing tents of homeless individuals near Ebenezer Baptist Church. The incident, captured on video, showed Barnett using a boxcutter...

Lightstone Group Launches Foreclosure on 2000 RiverEdge Place

March 11, 2025

News Summary In a major shift in the Atlanta real estate market, the New York-based Lightstone Group has initiated foreclosure proceedings for the curved glass office tower at 2000 RiverEdge...

Missing Atlanta Teacher Found Dead in Lake Oconee

March 11, 2025

News Summary The body of Gary Jones, a respected Atlanta teacher, was found in Lake Oconee on March 9, 2025, one month after he and his fiancée Joycelyn Wilson went...

Atlanta Police Investigate Two Separate Shooting Incidents

March 10, 2025

News Summary The Atlanta Police Department is investigating two shooting incidents that occurred recently, one involving two victims with gunshot wounds and the other involving an individual shot in Little...

Warrant Issued for Officer Accused of Vandalizing Tents

March 10, 2025

News Summary Atlanta authorities have issued a warrant for security officer Danielle Barnett, accused of vandalizing tents of unhoused residents in Northeast Atlanta. The incident, captured on video, has raised...

Dacula Man Sentenced for Repeat Firearm Offenses

March 8, 2025

News Summary Jordan Pack, a 35-year-old from Dacula, was sentenced to 66 months in prison for unlawful possession of firearms as a convicted felon, reflecting his troubling history with the...

POLITICS

Tragic Loss in Atlanta: Veteran’s Service Dog Found Dead

March 14, 2025

News Summary The Atlanta community is mourning the loss of Bruno, a service dog who was recently found dead after going missing. The standard poodle was an emotional support for...

Millions in Unclaimed Pell Grants and Scholarships in Georgia

March 14, 2025

News Summary A significant amount of financial aid remains unclaimed by Georgia college students, with over $139 million in Pell Grants alone left untapped. Misunderstandings regarding federal aid are common,...

Warrant Issued for Officer Accused of Vandalizing Tents

March 10, 2025

News Summary Atlanta authorities have issued a warrant for security officer Danielle Barnett, accused of vandalizing tents of unhoused residents in Northeast Atlanta. The incident, captured on video, has raised...

SBA Moves Offices from Sanctuary Cities Amid Policy Shift

March 8, 2025

News Summary The Small Business Administration (SBA) plans to relocate six regional offices from cities classified as ‘sanctuary cities’, including Atlanta and New York City. This move aligns with the...

Matthew Judon’s Future with Atlanta Falcons Uncertain

March 7, 2025

News Summary Matthew Judon’s future with the Atlanta Falcons is in jeopardy after a disappointing season. The four-time Pro Bowler struggled to meet expectations, finishing with only 5.5 sacks. Changes...

Governor Signs Amended Budget for Georgia

March 7, 2025

News Summary Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has signed a $40.5 billion amended budget for 2025, focusing on hurricane recovery, tax rebates, and improving safety measures. Key highlights include $862 million...

Atlanta’s Housing Hurdles: Low Credit Scores Lock Out Many Residents

March 7, 2025

News Summary Atlanta is facing a housing crisis exacerbated by low credit scores among residents, with a median score of just 625. As affordable housing becomes available, many individuals are...

Atlanta Congresswoman Protests Trump’s Address

March 6, 2025

News Summary During President Trump’s address to Congress, Atlanta Congresswoman Nikema Williams led a walkout with fellow Democrats to protest proposed cuts to public services. Their action aimed to emphasize...

Atlanta’s Economic Mobility Crisis Raises Concerns

March 5, 2025

News Summary Atlanta’s economic mobility ranks last among major US cities, according to a study by Harvard. Community leaders emphasize the need for collaboration to address income disparities and systemic...

Federal Workers’ Concerns Rise at Atlanta Press Conference

March 5, 2025

News Summary During a recent press conference in Atlanta, U.S. Representative Nikema Williams expressed her support for federal workers affected by budget cuts initiated by previous administrations. The gathering highlighted...

CRIME

Missing 14-Year-Old Abdul Aziz Khan Found Safe in Colorado

March 14, 2025

News Summary Abdul Aziz Khan, a 14-year-old boy abducted in 2017 by his non-custodial mother, was found safe in Colorado after a seven-year-long case. Law enforcement discovered Khan during a...

Atlanta Residents Demand Better Security in Luxury Apartments

March 3, 2025

News Summary Residents of LaFrance Square Luxury Apartments in Atlanta are voicing their concerns over safety following multiple car thefts and a gunfight. With rents exceeding $4,000 a month, tenants...

Atlanta Airport Car Theft Surge: A Concern for Travelers

March 2, 2025

News Summary Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport is experiencing a troubling surge in car thefts, with over 300 vehicles reported stolen in 2024. This marks a significant increase compared to last...

Brotherly Love Turns Dangerous Over Video Game in Atlanta

February 23, 2025

News Summary A sibling rivalry in Atlanta escalated into violence when a 14-year-old allegedly stabbed his older brother during a video game dispute. The incident occurred early Saturday morning and...

Authorities Search for Kmauri Burnett in Atlanta

February 14, 2025

News Summary Authorities in Atlanta are intensifying their search for suspect Kmauri Burnett, linked to two murders and a vehicle hijacking. The investigation began with a carjacking on January 7,...

Atlanta’s Streets Witness Another Arrest: Marcel Pierre Grant

February 10, 2025

News Summary Marcel Pierre Grant, a Jamaican citizen with a long history of criminal activity, was recently arrested in Atlanta by the U.S. Marshals. His past includes serious offenses such...

ECONOMY

Lightstone Group Launches Foreclosure on 2000 RiverEdge Place

March 11, 2025

News Summary In a major shift in the Atlanta real estate market, the New York-based Lightstone Group has initiated foreclosure proceedings for the curved glass office tower at 2000 RiverEdge...

Governor Signs Amended Budget for Georgia

March 7, 2025

News Summary Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has signed a $40.5 billion amended budget for 2025, focusing on hurricane recovery, tax rebates, and improving safety measures. Key highlights include $862 million...

Atlanta’s Housing Hurdles: Low Credit Scores Lock Out Many Residents

March 7, 2025

News Summary Atlanta is facing a housing crisis exacerbated by low credit scores among residents, with a median score of just 625. As affordable housing becomes available, many individuals are...

Atlanta CDC Employees Invited Back After Layoffs

March 6, 2025

News Summary In a surprising turnaround, approximately 180 employees of the CDC in Atlanta are being invited back to work just two weeks after termination notices were issued. This change...

Atlanta’s Economic Mobility Crisis Raises Concerns

March 5, 2025

News Summary Atlanta’s economic mobility ranks last among major US cities, according to a study by Harvard. Community leaders emphasize the need for collaboration to address income disparities and systemic...

Federal Workers’ Concerns Rise at Atlanta Press Conference

March 5, 2025

News Summary During a recent press conference in Atlanta, U.S. Representative Nikema Williams expressed her support for federal workers affected by budget cuts initiated by previous administrations. The gathering highlighted...

Jury Selection Begins in Atlanta Officer Murder Trial

March 4, 2025

News Summary Jury selection has commenced in Atlanta for the murder trial of Alton Oliver, accused of killing Deputy James Thomas Jr. on December 29, 2022. The case has drawn...

Atlanta’s Restaurant Scene Faces Immigration Tensions

March 4, 2025

News Summary Atlanta’s vibrant restaurant industry is amidst growing anxieties over potential immigration raids, affecting workers and management. Nearly 1,000 citizens protested against ICE actions along Buford Highway. With a...

Atlanta Man Sentenced for PPP Fraud Scheme

March 3, 2025

News Summary Jerry Baptiste, a 47-year-old Atlanta man, has been sentenced to six and a half years in prison for his role in a Paycheck Protection Program fraud scheme. He...

Atlanta Ranks as Busiest Airport in the World

March 1, 2025

News Summary Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport has been recognized as the busiest airport globally, welcoming 108.1 million passengers in 2024. This marks a 3% increase from the previous year and...

SPORT

Matthew Judon’s Future with Atlanta Falcons Uncertain

March 7, 2025

News Summary Matthew Judon’s future with the Atlanta Falcons is in jeopardy after a disappointing season. The four-time Pro Bowler struggled to meet expectations, finishing with only 5.5 sacks. Changes...

Severe Storms Forecasted for Georgia This Week

March 4, 2025

News Summary Georgia residents should brace for severe storms starting Tuesday, with wind gusts potentially reaching 80 mph and warnings for tornadoes and hail. Areas like Savannah and metro Atlanta...

Severe Storms Wreak Havoc in Metro Atlanta and Southeastern States

March 2, 2025

News Summary Early Sunday morning, severe storms struck Atlanta, causing extensive damage and resulting in one fatality when a tree fell on a home. Wind gusts reached 69 mph, impacting...

Georgia Gears Up After Extension Denied for Hurricane Helene Aid

February 18, 2025

News Summary The denial of a federal extension for disaster aid following Hurricane Helene leaves Georgia local governments in a challenging situation. With over $5 billion in damages and significant...

EF-1 Tornado Rips Through Butts County: Significant Storm Damage Reported

February 18, 2025

News Summary An EF-1 tornado hit Butts County early Sunday, causing severe damage with winds up to 105 mph. The tornado’s 7.1-mile path impacted nearby areas, leading to multiple storm-related...

Severe Storms Cause Destruction in Metro Atlanta

February 17, 2025

News Summary Metro Atlanta experienced severe storms early Sunday, bringing heavy rains and destructive winds. Two tornadoes were confirmed, resulting in tragic incidents, widespread power outages, and significant damage to...

DISASTERS

Atlanta Man Charged with Murder Over Mother’s Death

March 14, 2025

News Summary In a tragic incident, Neil Russell, a 44-year-old man from Atlanta, has been charged with two counts of murder after his mother, Henrietta Russell, and her boyfriend, Marvin...

Veteran’s Service Dog Killed After Attack in Atlanta

March 13, 2025

News Summary A veteran in Atlanta is mourning the loss of her service dog, Bruno, who was tragically killed after running away from an aggressive pack of dogs. Bruno had...

Severe Weather Alert: Strong Storm System to Hit Georgia

March 13, 2025

News Summary Georgia residents are urged to prepare for a turbulent weekend as a strong storm system is forecasted to cross the state with a heightened risk of tornados. From...

Man Arrested for Slashing Tents of Homeless in Atlanta

March 12, 2025

News Summary Atlanta law enforcement has arrested 42-year-old Daniel Barnett for slashing tents of homeless individuals near Ebenezer Baptist Church. The incident, captured on video, showed Barnett using a boxcutter...

Missing Atlanta Teacher Found Dead in Lake Oconee

March 11, 2025

News Summary The body of Gary Jones, a respected Atlanta teacher, was found in Lake Oconee on March 9, 2025, one month after he and his fiancée Joycelyn Wilson went...

Two Men Hospitalized After Shooting at Motorcycle Shop in Atlanta

March 11, 2025

News Summary Atlanta is on high alert following a shooting incident on Saturday afternoon at a motorcycle shop on Whitehall Street. Two men, aged 25 and 19, were injured, suffering...

Atlanta Police Investigate Two Separate Shooting Incidents

March 10, 2025

News Summary The Atlanta Police Department is investigating two shooting incidents that occurred recently, one involving two victims with gunshot wounds and the other involving an individual shot in Little...

Atlanta Man Arrested After Barricading Himself with Two Bodies

March 9, 2025

News Summary In a shocking incident in Atlanta, Neil Russell, 44, was arrested after he barricaded himself with two bodies in an apartment, holding a woman hostage. The police were...

Fire in Atlanta’s Grant Park Neighborhood Displaces Residents

March 8, 2025

News Summary A fire broke out in Atlanta’s Grant Park neighborhood on Friday afternoon, displacing residents and tragically claiming the life of a dog. The blaze erupted at a residential...

Atlanta’s Wreak Havoc on I-75/85: Wrong-Way Driver Charged

March 8, 2025

News Summary A 20-year-old driver, Addison Thornton, has been charged following a wrong-way crash on Interstate 75/85 in Atlanta, resulting in several injuries and major traffic disruptions. The incident occurred...

HEALTH

Veteran’s Service Dog Killed After Attack in Atlanta

March 13, 2025

News Summary A veteran in Atlanta is mourning the loss of her service dog, Bruno, who was tragically killed after running away from an aggressive pack of dogs. Bruno had...

A Mother’s Battle Through Georgia’s Severe Flu Season

March 3, 2025

News Summary In Clarkesville, Georgia, Kayla Lyons shares her challenges as a mother navigating a severe flu season. Her daughter’s hospitalization due to respiratory illnesses underscores the importance of vigilant...

Smoky Haze Envelops Atlanta: What’s Causing the Trouble?

February 26, 2025

News Summary Atlanta is experiencing a dense, smoky haze caused by several fires in the metro area and seasonal agricultural burns. Weather conditions, including calm winds and a temperature inversion,...

Juveniles in Custody Following High-Speed Chase in Atlanta

February 24, 2025

News Summary A wild high-speed chase in Atlanta led to the arrest of three juveniles after they crashed a stolen Dodge Charger. The incident began when the Georgia State Patrol...

Funding Cuts Threatening Atlanta’s Global Health Initiatives

February 22, 2025

News Summary Recent funding cuts by the Trump administration are adversely affecting Atlanta’s vital global health nonprofits like CARE, The Task Force for Global Health, and The Carter Center. With...

Atlanta Faces Flu Surge: Nearly 3,000 Cases Reported

February 12, 2025

News Summary As Atlanta confronts a harsh flu season, nearly 3,000 cases have been reported by the Georgia Department of Public Health. With 25 flu-related deaths statewide, it’s crucial for...

Measles Cases Confirmed in Metro Atlanta: Essential Information

February 9, 2025

News Summary Metro Atlanta has confirmed two new cases of measles linked to an unvaccinated family. The Georgia Department of Public Health is working to contain the outbreak and has...

Measles Alert in Metro Atlanta: New Cases Confirmed

February 8, 2025

News Summary The Georgia Department of Public Health has confirmed two new cases of measles in Metro Atlanta, involving unvaccinated family members linked to an earlier infection. Health officials are...

Michigan Mother Charged with Murdering Son

February 7, 2025

News Summary A 41-year-old Michigan mother, Brandee Pierce, has been charged with the murder of her 9-year-old son, along with allegations of abuse toward her 3-year-old son. Authorities revealed that...

Unseasonably Warm Weather Surprises Atlanta Residents

February 6, 2025

News Summary Atlanta is experiencing an unexpected period of warm weather, with temperatures exceeding 70 degrees. This trend has raised concerns about rising pollen counts and early leafing in flora....

SHOWBIZ

Kawan Prather: The Heart of Atlanta’s Music Scene

February 25, 2025

News Summary Kawan Prather’s inspiring journey from pushing carts at the airport to becoming a celebrated music manager showcases Atlanta’s rich musical heritage. His mentorship of artists like T.I. exemplifies...

Atlanta’s Nightlife Generates $5.1 Billion Annually

February 17, 2025

News Summary Atlanta’s nightlife has a significant economic impact, contributing $5.1 billion annually and supporting over 41,000 jobs. While the sector faces challenges such as safety concerns and pandemic aftershocks,...

Lux Cafe to Debut in Atlanta’s Nightlife Scene

February 6, 2025

News Summary Atlanta is set to welcome Lux Cafe, a new hookah lounge located at 728 Monroe Drive NE. This venue promises a unique blend of Afrobeat music, luxury dining,...

Copacabana Nightclub Expanding to Atlanta

January 28, 2025

News Summary The iconic Copacabana nightclub is set to expand its legendary brand to Atlanta, creating a vibrant nightlife destination. Known for its tropical flair and rich history, Copacabana plans...

TECH UPDATES

OrthoScribe Unveils AI Medical Notetaker for Apple Watch

March 11, 2025

News Summary OrthoScribe, an Atlanta-based startup founded by Dr. Sravan Dhulipala, has launched an innovative AI medical notetaker for the Apple Watch, revolutionizing the documentation process for orthopedic surgeons. This...

Career Opportunities in Natural Gas Industry

March 8, 2025

News Summary In Atlanta, Da’Roderick Jones, a promising 21-year-old field technician at Atlanta Gas Light, highlights the benefits of the Natural Gas Technician Certificate program. This initiative prepares young individuals...

Atlanta Landlords Combat Rental Fraud with Technology

March 1, 2025

News Summary Atlanta is seeing a significant shift in its rental market as landlords adopt smart technology and enhanced court efficiency to combat rental fraud. With the integration of artificial...

Duracell Establishes New R&D Headquarters in Atlanta

February 25, 2025

News Summary Duracell has announced the establishment of its new Global Research and Development Headquarters in Atlanta, marking a $56 million investment that will create 110 jobs. Located in the...

Voiceworx.ai Acquired by Concentrix: A New Era in AI

February 17, 2025

News Summary Voiceworx.ai, a promising startup in Atlanta’s tech scene, has been acquired by Concentrix, a Fortune 500 company. Founded in 2017, Voiceworx.ai has revolutionized AI-powered digital assistants, enhancing multi-channel...

Atlanta Opens New Hi-Tech Computer Lab and E-sports Center

February 2, 2025

News Summary Atlanta has launched the MLK Jr. Recreation & Aquatic Center’s new Hi-Speed Hi-Tech Computer Lab and E-sports Gaming Center, aimed at enriching youth engagement and skill development. This...

Falcomm Unveils Revolutionary Power Amplifier for Satellite Communication

January 25, 2025

News Summary A semiconductor startup called Falcomm from Atlanta has launched the FCM1401, a groundbreaking power amplifier designed to reduce weight and costs for satellite missions. This innovation promises to...

Atlanta Appoints New Director for International Affairs

January 6, 2025

News Summary Atlanta’s Mayor Andre Dickens has appointed Paulina Guzman as the new director of the Office of International and Immigrant Affairs. Guzman, who has been serving as the interim...

SCIENCE

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