Senator Lindsey Graham dies age 71
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - Senator Lindsay Graham, Republican senator of South Carolina, has passed away following a “brief and short illness,” just days after he turned 71.President Donald Trump says the
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2 teens charged in Old Fourth Ward shooting; Victim's family seeks support
Two teenagers face murder charges following a shooting that left one person dead and three others wounded in Atlanta on Friday afternoon, according to police.
Firefighters stop flames from spreading at Roswell strip mall
Bystanders spotting smoke coming from a building helped firefighters quickly contain a strip mall fire on Alpharetta Street, according to officials.
Rapper arrested in Georgia county on Fulton County homicide charges
Authorities arrested a rapper late Saturday night in Lamar County on an outstanding Fulton County homicide warrant.Lamar County Sheriff’s Office said they arrested Tavorian Lindsey, also known as the rapper Lil Toonk, of Lithonia, with the help of Fulton County Sheriff’s office, on an outstanding...
2 dead after domestic shooting at southeast Atlanta apartment
Police are investigating after a man barricaded himself inside a southeast Atlanta apartment where a couple was found dead Sunday morning, according to authorities.
LIVE UPDATES: Severe thunderstorm warning in north Georgia, ground stop at Atlanta airport expires
The Federal Aviation Administration issued a ground stop at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport due to thunderstorms in the area.The federal agency had a ground stop in place until 2:30 p.m. It was extended until 4 p.m. and then was allowed to expire.LIVE UPDATES:4:09 p.m.: A severe ...
First Alert Weather Day: Rain & storm chances continue into the new week
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — An unsettled, occasionally active weather pattern will continue for at least three more days. Tonight and Monday: Storm Chances ContinueA few thunderstorms will linger through the overnight hours, especially across the North Georgia mountains. These storms may ...
Suspect in July 4 Atlanta murder in custody, police say
Police say a man is in custody and facing a murder charge from a July 4 shooting in Atlanta.Atlanta officers took Jeffery Carter, 43, into custody accused of killing a 39-year-old man at the corner of Memorial Street and Pryor Street.Last week, the Atlanta Police Department’s Homicide Unit asked ...
Ground stop in effect at Hartsfield-Jackson airport Sunday due to thunderstorms
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A ground stop has been issued at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport on Sunday.Issued by the Federal Aviation Administration, the stop will last until at least 7 p.m. It was put into place due to expected thunderstorms.A ground stop holds all fligh...
Georgia Tech’s Vahn Lackey, Drew Burress lead MLB Draft picks from Peach State
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Georgia Tech catcher Vahn Lackey was picked third overall by the Minnesota Twins, and Tech outfielder Drew Burress was picked eighth overall by the Athletics during the first round of the MLB draft on Saturday. Lackey, 21, just recently won a 2026 Johnny Bench ...
East Point water main break repairs continue after new damage found
Crews in East Point are continuing to work through a complex repair process after discovering additional equipment damage at a broken water main, according to city officials.
Scaffolding falls off contentious high-rise in downtown Atlanta, extent of damage unclear
Damage at a long-abandoned high-rise had debris on part of 14th Street Sunday afternoon.At the Campanile Building, now called The Midtowne, scaffolding and other pieces fell off the building.Coming up at Channel 2 Action News at 6, neighbors weigh in on the damaged building.While the building is ...
Man arrested after body found underneath southwest Atlanta bridge
Police arrested a 43-year-old man Sunday following the July 4 shooting death of a man found underneath a southwest Atlanta bridge.
Investigation underway after deadly shooting at Griffin park
A 31-year-old man died July 11 after being shot at Raymond Head Park in Griffin, police reported. The Griffin Police Department, Griffin Fire-Rescue and Wellstar Spalding EMS responded to the reported shooting shortly after 10 p.m.Officers located the man, later identified as Malcolm Freeling, su...
Senator Lindsey Graham dies age 71
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - Senator Lindsay Graham, Republican senator of South Carolina, has passed away following a “brief and short illness,” just days after he turned 71.President Donald Trump says the South Carolina Senator was a dear friend and ordered all American flags lowered to half-staff un...
North Georgia weather: Humid conditions spark level 1 storm risks
The region faces an 80% chance of showers and storms, triggering a low-end level one severe weather risk for northern Georgia.
Suspect caught near Hambrick Road after woman dies in shooting
A woman was shot and killed early Sunday morning on Hambrick Road in Stone Mountain, according to police.
Couple killed after domestic dispute erupts into gunfire, police say
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A man and woman were killed Sunday after gunfire rang out during a domestic dispute, Atlanta police said.Around 11:30 a.m., officers responding to a shots fired call were flagged down by a man that alerted them to an apartment complex in the 100 block of Mount ...
Week Ahead in Washington: July 12-17
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - Congress returns Monday from its July 4th recess following the death of longtime Senator Lindsey Graham, The South Carolina Republican passed away Saturday evening after a brief and sudden illness. Preparations are underway for services and a special election to fill his se...
Multi-state safe driving operation starts Monday, metro Atlanta sheriff announces participation
For the ninth year in a row, the Newton County Sheriff’s Office says it’ll be participating in Operation Southern Slow Down.The program is a regional speed enforcement and awareness campaign across the southeast United States.During the operation, NCSO will work with agencies in Alabama, Florida,...
Georgia leaders join in mourning death of Sen. Lindsey Graham
Georgia leaders are joining a nationwide chorus of mourning following the sudden death of veteran South Carolina Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham at age 71.
Police investigating possible shooting at southeast Atlanta apartments
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US Sen. Lindsey Graham dies at 71
U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., has died at the age of 71. Graham's office released a statement early Sunday morning saying he died following a "brief and sudden" illness.
Nurse banned for life, loses license after forging opioid prescriptions
KANSAS CITY, Kan. (KCTV/Gray News) - A nurse lost her license and is banned for life from federally funded hospitals after she forged opioid prescriptions.Brooke Haller, 41, pleaded guilty to a single count of possession of a controlled substance by deception and subterfuge, according to the U.S....
Georgia officials issue consumer advisory for juice products sold at Food Depot stores
The Georgia Department of Agriculture issued a consumer advisory notice for some juice products sold in metro Atlanta.According to GDA, Danielle’s Fresh Pressed Juice Blend products that were processed at CSS Caribbean Meals in Newnan are under advisory due to a lack of process authority.Georgia ...
New data reveals the most popular dog breeds in each state
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Man dies after being found shot in Griffin park, police say
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A man was gunned down Saturday night at a Griffin park, the city’s police department said.First responders arrived on the scene just after 10:00 p.m. at Raymond Head Park in the 800 block of Anne Street.They found 31-year-old Malcolm Freeling suffering from a g...
Thumbs Up diner catches fire in Roswell
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Fire crews in Roswell put out a blaze at popular breakfast spot Thumbs Up diner on Saturday evening.Bystanders called 911 and alerted the fire department about smoke coming from a business just before 8 p.m.Crews arrived at the restaurant at 1140 Alpharetta Str...
Police expand Atlanta Beltline ‘Path Force’ patrols for walking trails, service call response
The Atlanta Police Department announced it was adding more officers to its Atlanta Beltline-focused “Path Force” patrols.The Atlanta Beltline is a 22-mile trail loop around the city, with connections to parks, neighborhoods and commercial districts.With more people hitting the trail, APD is expan...
Georgia election scrutiny intensifies: FBI agent surge, subpoena setback, audit findings | On The Record
Headlines in this week’s show:FBI memo shows over 200 agents working on Fulton County elections caseJudge rejects Justice Department’s attempt to get names of 2020 election workers in Fulton CountyGeorgia audit finds hand-marked ballot errors; machine-marked ballots show 100% accuracyAtlanta City...
Greater Perimeter Chamber names Todd Olesiuk as development director
The Greater Perimeter Chamber has named Todd Olesiuk as its new development director. Olesiuk, a Dunwoody resident, has a background in business development, strategic partnerships, fundraising, and relationship management across the technology, SaaS, fintech, and nonprofit sectors, according ...
Michelin-recognized soup dumpling restaurant just opened at Mall of Georgia
Michelin-recognized Nan Xiang Xiao Long Bao is now open at the Mall of Georgia. The New York-based Shanghainese restaurant first opened in 2006. It now includes more than a dozen locations around the Northeast, with the Mall of Georgia in Buford being the first location in the Southeast. “...
Isolated, severe storms possible this humid Sunday
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Man shot in Decatur, police say
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A man was shot Saturday night in Decatur, police said.Officers responded to a call about a shooting just before 11 p.m. in the 4400 block of Snapfinger Woods Drive.Officers found a man suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.He was alert and in stable condition ...
2 Georgians convicted in Mexican cartel-linked drug trafficking case, dozens of weapons seized
The U.S. Department of Justice says two Georgians were convicted for being part of a drug trafficking network linked to a Mexican drug cartel.USDOJ said the network distributed fentanyl, methamphetamine and other controlled substances throughout the Athens community.The Homeland Security Task For...
Man dies after getting trapped in conveyor belt at work
DEERFIELD BEACH, Fla. (Gray News) - A man was killed after getting trapped in a conveyor belt at work on Friday.The Broward Sheriff Fire Rescue said crews responded to a report of an industrial accident in Deerfield Beach, Florida.Officials said the man got trapped under the hopper arm of a conve...
England to face Argentina in Atlanta semifinal; FIFA Fan Festival nearly sold out
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Atlanta will host its final World Cup match Wednesday, when England takes on defending champions Argentina in a semifinal showdown at Atlanta Stadium.With that match marking the last World Cup game in the city, there are also only two days left to experience th...
Woman found shot to death in DeKalb County, police say
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A woman was shot and killed overnight in DeKalb County, police said.Officers responded about 2 a.m. Sunday to a call about a shooting in the 500 block of Hambrick Road at the Park at 500 apartment complex.That’s where they found the body of a woman dead from a ...
Investigation underway after woman found dead early Sunday at metro Atlanta apartment
The DeKalb County Police Department says a woman was found dead around 2 a.m. Sunday.Her death is under investigation after she was found at the scene dead on Hambrick Road with a gunshot wound to the head.Police said a suspect was found nearby and taken to hospital for treatment of an injury.Off...
Georgia leaders react to Sen. Lindsey Graham’s sudden death
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Condolences from Georgia leaders are rolling in for South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham, who died suddenly Saturday night after a brief illness.Republicans and Democrats alike took to social media to share their reflective thoughts and warm regards for Graham, w...
Josh Duggar transferred to another federal prison after moves through Texas and Oklahoma City
(Gray News) - Josh Duggar, who was convicted of receiving and possessing material depicting minors engaged in sexually explicit conduct in 2021, has been transferred to a federal prison in Ohio.Duggar spent four years at FCI Seagoville in Texas. In May, he was transferred to the Federal Medical C...