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Metro Atlanta doctor accused of groping woman on Delta flight

Updated: moments ago

By Alexandra Parker

Cho faces up to two years in jail.

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Police investigation on Northcrest Road in DeKalb County

Person shot multiple times outside Doraville food mart

Updated: 40 minutes ago

By Talgat Almanov

One person is in the hospital after shooting in DeKalb County

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Gwinnett County police looking for missing 15-year-old girl

Updated: 47 minutes ago

By Alexandra Parker

Novljakovic is the second Parkview High School student to go missing in the last month.

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DeKalb County gains 17 new paramedics thanks to new paid-on-the-job training

Updated: 5 hours ago

By Madeline Montgomery

DeKalb County leaders celebrated the graduation of 17 new paramedics Friday in Chamblee thanks to their new paid-on-the-job training in partnership with American Medical Response.

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Henry County police are looking for Cameron Williams (left) and David Burrell (right)

Police locate 3-year-old who disappeared from Henry County home

Updated: 5 hours ago

By Mariya Murrow

The toddler may be with 57-year-old David Burrell, who authorities are looking for.

Public Safety

Shooting at Alpharetta carnival was ‘accidental,’ warrants issued for juvenile, police say

Updated: 6 hours ago

By Jennifer Lifsey

A shooting at an Alpharetta carnival is now being investigated as accidental.

Look Up Atlanta

‘Look Up Atlanta’ talent show winners announced

Updated: 7 hours ago

By Atlanta News First staff

The largest Metropolitan fireworks show in the country is less than a month away!

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Air quality in Georgia: Code Orange Alert issued for Friday

Updated: 8 hours ago

By Jennifer Lifsey

Canadian wildfire smoke continues to cause a mix of pollutants throughout parts of the United States.

Public Safety

A man ran to get help at a nearby office building after he was shot overnight in northwest...

Man shot in northwest Atlanta, runs to nearby office building for help

Updated: 9 hours ago

By Jennifer Lifsey

Security at a business building in northwest Atlanta had to call the police overnight for a person who had been shot.

Community

Kayla Bellman and her partner Jean Arnold

Queer-owned Georgia coffee shop getting ready to open new Grant Park location

Updated: 9 hours ago

By Sawyer Buccy

It might be PRIDE month right now but at one Atlanta coffee shop, it is PRIDE all year-round. The small business is working to create safe spaces for those in the LGBTQ+ community.

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Public Safety

1 person shot at apartment complex in northeast Atlanta

Updated: 11 hours ago

By Jennifer Lifsey

One person is in the hospital after an early morning shooting in northwest Atlanta.

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Amazon tractor-trailer catches fire along I-75 in Henry County

Updated: 11 hours ago

By Atlanta News First staff

A tractor-trailer that appears to belong to Amazon, caught fire Thursday afternoon on Interstate 75.

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Lawrenceville Hwy back open in Tucker after fatal car vs. pedestrian crash

Updated: 12 hours ago

By Jennifer Lifsey

One person is dead after they were hit by a vehicle early Friday morning in DeKalb County.

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Assembly Atlanta film studio slated to begin operations by end of the summer

Updated: 18 hours ago

By Karli Barnett

After a year of construction, people can see the sets start to take shape at the upcoming film studio and mixed-use space in Doraville

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Flexibility, activity important as Georgia’s population ages

Updated: 19 hours ago

By Joshua Skinner

The CDC says fall-related deaths have risen 41% since 2012.

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A complete stranger finishes a project for a Georgia woman

Updated: 20 hours ago

By Sawyer Buccy

Some projects take weeks, others take months, and some take 25 years.

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Report finds Georgia has the fastest growing film industry

Updated: 22 hours ago

By Abby Kousouris

A recent report found that Georgia has the fastest-growing film industry in the nation.

Public Safety

Police search for shooter after two teens injured in shooting at North Point Mall carnival

Updated: 23 hours ago

By Miles Montgomery, Alexandra Parker, Karli Barnett, Meghan Packer and Adam Murphy

Alpharetta Police are looking for a man they say shot two women at a carnival in the parking lot of North Point Mall on Wednesday evening

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Georgia man gets 18 months in North Dakota for smuggling people across Canada border

Updated: 23 hours ago

By The Associated Press

Georgia was the intended final destination, but the plan fell apart due to cold and snow, officials said.

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MARTA adopts $1.6B balanced budget for 2024

Updated: 23 hours ago

By Alexandra Parker

This is the 12th straight year that MARTA has balanced the budget without a fare increase.

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Pregnant girlfriend of man killed outside Atlanta club wants justice

Updated: 23 hours ago

By Amanda Rose

“He would have given you the shirt off of his back. He was just amazing, and he’s gone,” Hull said.

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Restaurant Report Card: The Original Pancake House scores 48; B&W earns 100

Updated: 24 hours ago

By Adam Murphy

On Memorial Drive in Stone Mountain, a health inspector found numerous violations at a popular breakfast spot.

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Roswell fire officials issue safety warning after cell phone catches fire

Updated: 24 hours ago

By Jasmina Alston

Roswell fire officials are issuing a safety warning after a cell phone caught fire from overheating.

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Atlanta father of 3 who tried to stop attempted carjacking paralyzed

Updated: 24 hours ago

By Zac Summers

According to an Atlanta police report he was shot during an exchange of gunfire with people seen driving off in a Maserati.

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Agriculture department teams up with Braves to encourage Georgians to buy local

Updated: 24 hours ago

By Doug Reardon

The Peach State is getting some hometown help from a big name in Georgia: the Atlanta Braves.

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$1.1M grant awarded to Carrolton police for community public safety improvements

Updated: Jun. 8, 2023 at 5:21 PM EDT

By Talgat Almanov

The Carrolton Police Department has received a $1,100,752 million grant for community public safety from Gov. Kemp’s Office.

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County leaders in Georgia reject election board nominee who challenged voters’ eligibility

Updated: Jun. 8, 2023 at 4:23 PM EDT

By The Associated Press

The Fulton County Board of Commissioners voted 3-2 to reject Jason Frazier,

Public Safety

$275K worth of drugs seized in Hall County, police say

Updated: Jun. 8, 2023 at 4:03 PM EDT

By Alexandra Parker

The Special Investigation Unit found 800 grams of fentanyl and 500 grams of methamphetamine.

Public Safety

Former Gwinnett Police officer charged in connection with child exploitation case

Updated: Jun. 8, 2023 at 3:37 PM EDT

By Atlanta News First staff

A former Gwinnett County Police officer is one of four people arrested in connection with a child exploitation investigation.

Young Thug Trial

YSL defendant Christian Eppinger severed from case after attorney’s laptop seized

Updated: Jun. 8, 2023 at 2:58 PM EDT

By Tim Darnell

A hearing has been set for June 21, and attorney Eric Johnson said he could be charged as co-conspirator.

Investigates

Flaws found in weapons detection system in metro Atlanta schools

Updated: Jun. 8, 2023 at 2:52 PM EDT

By Rachel Polansky

An Atlanta News First investigation has uncovered flaws in systems being used in Atlanta Public Schools and soon in DeKalb County.

Public Safety

Georgia widow claims police in Colorado failed to respond to husband’s plea for help

Updated: Jun. 8, 2023 at 12:52 PM EDT

By Jennifer Lifsey

A widow is seeking justice and accountability after her husband was killed.

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Woman shot at in apparent road rage incident along Gwinnett County road

Updated: Jun. 8, 2023 at 12:42 PM EDT

By Mariya Murrow and Brittany Ford

The woman said she tried to get away, but the driver cut back around and proceeded to fire more shots into her side of the vehicle.

Public Safety

2 people shot on Cavalier Drive in DeKalb County

Updated: Jun. 8, 2023 at 10:14 AM EDT

By Jennifer Lifsey

Two people are recovering in the hospital after being shot overnight in Decatur.

Public Safety

Man shot while pumping gas overnight in DeKalb County

Updated: Jun. 8, 2023 at 6:35 AM EDT

By Jennifer Lifsey

A man was injured after he was shot while pumping gas overnight at the Shell station on Wesley Chapel Road in Decatur.

Public Safety

Charges pending after 9-year-old boy shot and killed in East Point

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 11:30 PM EDT

By Miles Montgomery and Tori Cooper

Charges are pending for the people wanted in connection to the deadly shooting of a 9-year-old boy on Saturday evening in metro Atlanta.

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Best restaurants and bars to watch NBA Finals in metro Atlanta

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 11:11 PM EDT

By Miles Montgomery

The 2023 NBA Finals are underway with the Miami Heat and Denver Nuggets squaring off with the ultimate goal of winning the Larry O’Brien championship trophy.

Public Safety

Driver accused of impersonating police in Rockdale County

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 11:03 PM EDT

By Atlanta News First staff

Impersonating police in Georgia can lead to one to five years in prison.

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DeKalb Co. police need help finding missing 86-year-old man

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 10:35 PM EDT

By Miles Montgomery

Police in DeKalb County need help in locating a missing 86-year-old man.

Public Safety

Bibb County police looking for person of interest in armed robbery

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 8:54 PM EDT

By Alexandra Parker

He took multiple boxes with Apple phones and watches from a “secure area of the business” before leaving.

Public Safety

Police: Arrest made in Marietta hit-and-run that left man in critical condition

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 8:35 PM EDT

By Alexandra Parker

The incident happened late Sunday night.

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Decatur makes progress in becoming ‘child friendly city’

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 7:46 PM EDT

By Jasmina Alston

The City of Decatur is making progress in becoming a ‘child friendly city’.

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‘Threatening’ package at Georgia Tech determined to be sugar, officials say

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 7:45 PM EDT

By Atlanta News First staff

Atlanta fire officials are investigating after six people were exposed to fentanyl from a package found at the Georgia Institute of Technology.

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Gang Task Force cracking down on gangs in Georgia

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 7:23 PM EDT

By Abby Kousouris

The Georgia Gang Investigators Association estimates there are more than 1,000 gangs in Metro Atlanta.

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Fulton County extends contract for controversial jail medical provider

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 6:57 PM EDT

By Doug Reardon

The images were horrific – filth and grime covered the walls, and rust and trash covered the floors of the cell where Lashawn Thompson died last September at the Fulton County jail.

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Canada wildfires delay flights in and out of New York City

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 6:23 PM EDT

By Brittany Ford

The ongoing wildfires in Canada are affecting air travel in and out of the New York City area.

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Decatur Walmart employee recorded women in store restroom, police reports say

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 6:12 PM EDT

By Zac Summers

In a statement to Atlanta News First, a Walmart spokesperson confirmed the employee is no longer with the company.

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Activists unveil plan to stop ‘Cop City’ at the ballot box

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 6:10 PM EDT

By The Associated Press and Patrick Quinn

Activists in Atlanta are not backing down as they voice opposition to the public safety training center.

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Man in ICU after nearly drowning in Troup County lake, police say

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 5:56 PM EDT

By Alexandra Parker

A man fell off a boat and into the water and was struggling to keep his head afloat.

Public Safety

Rockdale police looking for man who used fake ID to buy Porsche

Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 5:56 PM EDT

By Alexandra Parker

Rockdale police say the man used a fake New York driver’s license to buy a black 2017 Porsche Panamera.