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State

FILE - Police lights.

Person seriously injured in DeKalb County shooting, police say

Updated: 26 minutes ago
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By Atlanta News First staff
Officers were called to the incident in the 3400 block of Blazing Pine Path, a residential area in unincorporated Decatur.

State

Javeayah Harris

EXCLUSIVE: Dash cam captures first moments of Javeayah’s reported disappearance

Updated: 49 minutes ago
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By Staff and Sydney Hood
News 12 has obtained exclusive dash cam video from the night 4-year-old Javeayah Harris was falsely reported missing.

State

Plane crashes in Metter, law enforcement responds

Fatal plane crash in Metter, NTSB investigates

Updated: 1 hour ago
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By Summer Swanson, Laethon Bumgardner and Julianne Sheehan
Law enforcement asked the public to avoid this area as it is an active scene.

State

2-year-old drowns at Roswell apartments

Grandmother charged in drowning of 2-year-old at Roswell apartments

Updated: 2 hours ago
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By Atlanta News First staff
The grandmother of a 2-year-old boy who drowned at a Roswell apartment complex last month has been charged in his death, according to arrest warrants.

State

Picture of a gavel

Marietta’s Life University accused of racial discrimination in federal lawsuit

Updated: 2 hours ago
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By Anna Najarian
Life University in Marietta is facing a federal lawsuit for allegedly discriminating against former Black employees.

State

A six-figure Georgia Lottery win is heading to Columbus after a resident hit the Quick Win...

We have a winner: $4 million Mega Millions lottery ticket sold in Georgia

Updated: 9 hours ago
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By Atlanta News First staff
Georgians, check your Mega Millions lottery tickets as a $4 million winning ticket was sold in the Peach State for Tuesday night’s drawing.

State

PACELINE to announce research grant recipients

PACELINE awards 6 cancer research grants at Georgia Cancer Center

Updated: 15 hours ago
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By Staff
PACELINE awarded six research grants to scientists at the Georgia Cancer Center Tuesday morning, funded by more than $366,000 raised during PaceDay 2025.

State

Child shot in hand in Atlanta

Child shot in hand during accidental gunfire, Atlanta police say

Updated: 21 hours ago
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By Atlanta News First staff
A child was rushed to the hospital after they were accidentally shot in the hand Tuesday afternoon, according to Atlanta police.

State

Georgia nonprofit offers $300 classroom grants for new Title 1 teachers

Georgia nonprofit offers $300 classroom grants for new Title 1 teachers

Updated: 24 hours ago
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By Shakuria Smith
School Is In is offering $300 classroom grants for new Georgia Title 1 teachers while seeking community donations during its Back-to-School Campaign through Aug. 1.

State

Darline Graham took the oath of office just before 3 p.m. July 14, 2026.

Lindsey Graham’s sister sworn in to fill his Senate seat

Updated: Jul. 14, 2026 at 3:04 PM EDT
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By Staff and wire reports
Gov. Henry McMaster appointed Darline Graham to serve out the remainder of her brother Sen. Lindsey Graham’s U.S. Senate term, and she was sworn in Tuesday.
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State

1999 cold case Atlanta

Arrest made in cold case decades after Atlanta mother killed, police say

Updated: Jul. 14, 2026 at 2:29 PM EDT
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By Atlanta News First staff
Atlanta police have made an arrest nearly three decades after the slaying of an Atlanta mother.

Crime

“When she says no, she means yes.”: Savannah man faces rape, kidnapping charges after hotel...

Savannah man faces rape, kidnapping charges after hotel incident, detective testifies

Updated: Jul. 14, 2026 at 1:11 PM EDT
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By Madalyn Bierster
According to Holden, Glanton Jr. said the alleged victim did not want to engage in sexual relations with him that day, and that she said no — but Glanton Jr. told police, “When she says no, she means yes.”

Mitchell

Rumored data center power plant raises concerns in Mitchell County

Rumored data center power plant raises concerns in Mitchell County

Updated: Jul. 14, 2026 at 12:23 PM EDT
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By James Irvin
A proposal to build a power plant in Mitchell County to supply energy for data centers in Georgia has prompted questions about whether the region has the technology and capacity to support such a facility.

State

Jalen Pugh faces charges of sexual assault on a person with a disability, statutory rape,...

Ex-employee charged with raping underage patient at Smyrna mental health facility

Updated: Jul. 14, 2026 at 10:42 AM EDT
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By Atlanta News First staff and Tracey Amick Peer
Jalen Pugh faces charges of sexual assault on a person with a disability, statutory rape, aggravated child molestation and sodomy.

State

A Texas man is facing federal charges after prosecutors say he left a voicemail at...

Man charged with threatening to kill employees at Ga. security company

Updated: Jul. 14, 2026 at 5:44 AM EDT
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By Justin Berger
A man is facing federal charges after prosecutors say he left a voicemail at Atlanta-based security company Flock Safety threatening to kill Jewish employees.

Health

Cyclosporiasis outbreak GA

Cyclospora outbreak hits Georgia as CDC reports more than 800 cases nationwide

Updated: Jul. 14, 2026 at 12:11 AM EDT
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By Stephanie Adkisson
A foodborne illness caused by a parasite found on fruits and vegetables has spread to Georgia, with health officials tracking cases and the cause across the country.

State

‘The messaging should be clear’; parents, advocates, push for ICE protection policies in...

Advocates, DeKalb County parents push for policies protecting students from ICE

Updated: Jul. 13, 2026 at 11:41 PM EDT
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By Alani Letang
Parents in DeKalb County are demanding the DeKalb County School Board do everything in its power to keep children of immigrants safe from ICE agents.

State

A newly passed federal housing law aims to make home buying and building easier, while trying...

New housing law co-authored by Georgia senator aims to lower costs, regulations

Updated: Jul. 13, 2026 at 6:49 PM EDT
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By Doug Reardon
Early Saturday morning, the 21st Century Road to Housing Act took effect. The law, which aims to lower the cost of housing and the burden on builders, received wide bipartisan support. But Trump said he would not sign the bill in protest of Congress’ inability to pass his SAVE America Act, which requires proof of citizenship to vote.

State

Lindsey Graham is looking to hold his seat in the U.S. Senate in November after a convincing...

Gov. Kemp orders flags at half-staff to honor Sen. Lindsey Graham

Updated: Jul. 13, 2026 at 4:51 PM EDT
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By Atlanta News First staff
Gov. Brian Kemp has ordered flags flown at half-staff to honor the late Sen. Lindsey Graham.

State

FILE - Raccoon in tree

Raccoon attacked by dogs in Snellville area tests positive for rabies

Updated: Jul. 13, 2026 at 3:28 PM EDT
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By Atlanta News First staff
A raccoon attacked by dogs in the Snellville area last week tested positive for rabies, according to Gwinnett County officials.

State

6-month pause on data center developments in Colleton County; lawsuit paused

Records raise questions about Georgia’s largest data center and its water use

Updated: Jul. 13, 2026 at 1:42 PM EDT
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By Ciara Cummings
Georgia’s largest data center − in Fayette County − is owned by the same company that’s building one in Augusta.

Thomas

Summer reading programs help kids stay on track with literacy

City of Thomasville set to host Kids Summer Reading Series

Updated: Jul. 13, 2026 at 12:20 PM EDT
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By Miles Staten
The event is free and open to members of the community.

Lowndes

Valdosta & Lowndes County Public Works host free scrap tire recycling event

Valdosta & Lowndes County Public Works host free scrap tire recycling event

Updated: Jul. 13, 2026 at 12:20 PM EDT
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By Miles Staten
Residents can drop off tires at the upcoming free scrap tire recycling event.

State

Special Olympics President and Chief Operating Officer J. Brady Lum stands by a tribute in...

Ex-High Museum executive admits to theft involving federally funded programs

Updated: Jul. 13, 2026 at 12:12 PM EDT
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By Tim Darnell
Prosecutors accused Brady Lum of stealing more than $600K through altered invoices.

Health

American Red Cross

Red Cross declared emergency blood shortage amid steep donation decline

Updated: Jul. 13, 2026 at 11:49 AM EDT
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By Quinlan Parker
The American Red Cross has declared an emergency blood shortage after a steep decline in donations since the end of May, a gap that is already impacting patient care.

State

Johan Sandoval played as a utility player and second baseman for SSU

Savannah State baseball player detained by ICE; family seeks answers

Updated: Jul. 13, 2026 at 11:45 AM EDT
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By WTOC Staff
Sisters of SSU baseball player say they're looking for answers on why their brother was detained.

State

Police lights background, Graphic Date: 05/19/2020

Jeff Davis County Sheriff responds to video footage of May 9 incident

Updated: Jul. 13, 2026 at 10:03 AM EDT
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By Summer Swanson
In a statement, the office said multiple additional video recordings and other documentation related to the case have not been released by media.

State

The license plate reader looks much like the radar speed trailers authorities place along...

Speedsters beware: Georgia crackdown has begun

Updated: Jul. 13, 2026 at 6:21 AM EDT
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By Atlanta News First staff
Georgia law enforcement has begun Operation Southern Slow Down, a major statewide crackdown on speeding drivers.

State

Colt Gray, the Apalachee High School shooting suspect, walks into the court room of Barrow...

Plea deal, sentencing scheduled for accused Apalachee High School shooter

Updated: Jul. 13, 2026 at 6:01 AM EDT
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By The Associated Press
A judge has set a plea and sentencing hearing later this month for a teenager accused of killing four people in a September 2024 shooting at Apalachee High School.

State

Juvenile black bear seen in Smyrna backyard

Juvenile black bear seen in Smyrna backyard

Updated: Jul. 12, 2026 at 10:38 PM EDT
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By Atlanta News First staff
One Smyrna household got a big surprise recently after a juvenile black bear entered their backyard.

State

Travelers wait in line at a security checkpoint at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International...

Ground stop ends at Hartsfield-Jackson airport Sunday

Updated: Jul. 12, 2026 at 6:06 PM EDT
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By Atlanta News First staff
Issued by the Federal Aviation Administration, the stop will last until at least 4 p.m. It was put into place due to expected thunderstorms.

State

Effingham County Sheriff's Office

Effingham County sheriff’s deputies join ‘Operation Southern Slow Down’ campaign

Updated: Jul. 12, 2026 at 4:29 PM EDT
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By Joe Hennessy
The enforcement campaign led to more than 1,440 DUI arrests, 2,234 reckless driving citations and warnings and more than 3,000 citations and warnings last year.

State

Crime scene, Photo Date: 10/23/2015

Couple killed after domestic dispute erupts into gunfire, police say

Updated: Jul. 12, 2026 at 2:43 PM EDT
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By Atlanta News First staff
A man and woman were killed Sunday after gunfire rang out during a domestic dispute, Atlanta police said.

State

On the Record

Georgia election scrutiny intensifies: FBI agent surge, subpoena setback, audit findings | On The Record

Updated: Jul. 12, 2026 at 11:00 AM EDT
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By Tim Darnell
Also: Rick Jackson, Jon Ossoff agree to debates | Candidate disqualified | Atlanta’s final World Cup match

State

LINDSEY GRAHAM

Georgia leaders react to Sen. Lindsey Graham’s sudden death

Updated: Jul. 12, 2026 at 9:15 AM EDT
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By Atlanta News First staff
 Condolences from Georgia leaders are rolling in for South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham, who died suddenly after a brief illness.

State

Passengers move inside Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Friday, Nov. 7, 2025,...

Ground delay, stop expires at Hartsfield-Jackson airport after storms pass

Updated: Jul. 11, 2026 at 8:38 PM EDT
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By Atlanta News First staff
The delay is expected to last until at least 10:59 p.m.

State

Deadly Old Fourth Ward shooting scene

2 teens charged in deadly Old Fourth Ward shooting, police say

Updated: Jul. 11, 2026 at 8:33 PM EDT
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By Atlanta News First staff and Willie Daniely III
D’keiman Carter, 17, and an unidentified 16-year-old boy are both facing charges of murder, aggravated assault and possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony

State

Colt Gray, the Apalachee High School shooting suspect, walks into the court room of Barrow...

Plea deal, sentencing scheduled for accused Apalachee High School shooter

Updated: Jul. 11, 2026 at 12:35 PM EDT
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By Atlanta News First staff
Colt Gray is scheduled to appear in court on July 24 at 9 a.m.

State

Both defendants face a maximum of life in prison; no parole in the federal system

Two men convicted in cartel-linked drug trafficking operation in Athens

Updated: Jul. 11, 2026 at 11:50 AM EDT
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By WALB News Team
A federal jury convicted two Georgia men for their roles in an armed drug trafficking network linked to a Mexican cartel

State

Operation Southern slowdown

Speeding crackdown hits Georgia, 4 Southern states next week. Here’s what drivers should know.

Updated: Jul. 11, 2026 at 10:10 AM EDT
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By Tim Darnell
Georgia drivers saw 13,290 speeding contacts during the 2025 campaign; hands-free and seat belt enforcement is also a focus.

State

Boat capsizes off Tybee Island, 1 rescued, 1 missing

UPDATE: Tybee Island boat search shifts to recovery after man goes missing

Updated: Jul. 11, 2026 at 9:47 AM EDT
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By Brontë Sorotsky
A 44-year-old man went missing Saturday morning after a boat capsized on the Savannah River, according to a Tybee Island fire department lieutenant.

State

Both Jackson and Ossoff have agreed to debates on Gray Media and Atlanta News First.

GOP governor’s candidate Rick Jackson agrees to debate on Atlanta News First

Updated: Jul. 11, 2026 at 9:10 AM EDT
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By Tim Darnell
US Sen. Jon Ossoff has already agreed to a debate ahead of Georgia’s nationally watched 2026 midterm elections.

State

Handcuffs (File Image)

Waycross Police officer, grandmother arrested for simple battery in Ware County

Updated: Jul. 11, 2026 at 12:15 AM EDT
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By Shelby Coates
On Friday, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) arrested 30-year-old Marc Horne and 51-year-old Kisha Music.

State

The Atlanta Police Department says it is the first law enforcement agency in the nation to...

Atlanta police become first in nation to offer Calm app to all officers

Updated: Jul. 10, 2026 at 6:43 PM EDT
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By Tracey Amick Peer
“It helps people to do something proactively for their physical and mental health.”

State

Georgia scrutiny grows over data center costs and construction compliance.

Scrutiny grows over data center costs and construction compliance in Georgia

Updated: Jul. 10, 2026 at 6:33 PM EDT
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By Patrick Quinn
The Georgia Public Service Commission voted unanimously this week to open a review of Georgia Power’s methodology for charging data centers for power.

State

TPD: Tree falls on vehicle as storms sweep through Friday afternoon

TPD: Two people dead after tree falls on car during storms

Updated: Jul. 10, 2026 at 6:03 PM EDT
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By WCTV Staff
A vehicle is pinned by a tree after storms swept through Leon County Friday afternoon, according to Tallahassee police.

State

Grady County inmate baptism

28 inmates baptized in Grady County, sheriff’s office says

Updated: Jul. 10, 2026 at 5:09 PM EDT
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By WCTV Staff
A group of inmates in Grady County were baptized on Friday, according to the Grady County Sheriff’s Office.

State

The currently used QR-code method of vote counting becomes illegal in Georgia after July 1....

Ga. audit finds errors with hand ballots but not machine-marked ones

Updated: Jul. 10, 2026 at 4:07 PM EDT
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By Tim Darnell
Georgia election officials said the June 16 runoff audit shows a small but measurable gap between hand-marked and machine-marked ballots.

State

Georgia lottery

Augusta lottery player wins $172,244 in Fantasy 5

Updated: Jul. 10, 2026 at 1:44 PM EDT
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By Staff
As Georgia Lottery big jackpot games surpass a collective of more than $1 billion, players on Augusta and elsewhere continue to win lucky prizes.

State

The currently used QR-code method of vote counting becomes illegal in Georgia after July 1....

Georgia audit finds hand-marked ballot errors; machine-marked ballots show 100% accuracy

Updated: Jul. 10, 2026 at 11:31 AM EDT
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By Tim Darnell
The audit showed 100% accuracy for ballot-marking devices, compared to 99.93% for hand-marked ballots.
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