14-time convicted felon sentenced to federal prison for stolen gun
A 14-time convicted felon with a decades-long violent criminal record has been sentenced to nearly nine years in federal prison after Atlanta police caught him with a stolen gun.
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Influencer Liam Fitzgerald dies from injuries after motorcycle crash, girlfriend says
(Gray News) – Liam Fitzgerald, an influencer with more than 1 million followers , died from injuries suffered in a motorcycle crash, his girlfriend said in a post on social media. “It is with the heaviest heart that I share the devastating news that Liam passed away following a m...
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Atlanta Dream gave fans, both old and new, something to believe in this season
Atlanta Dream fans watched an unforgettable season come to a heartbreaking end. The Dream fell to Golden State Valkyries in Game 7 of the WNBA Finals, coming up just short of bringing a championship home to Atlanta. But despite the loss, fans say this season gave them something t...
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Man killed after shooting in Roswell apartments
A man is dead following a shooting at an apartment complex on Chattahoochee Circle. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks ] Roswell Police responded to the the Post + Wander Apartments around 8:45 p.m. Saturday after the receiving multiple calls reporting guns...
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President Trump arrives at Mar-a-Lago for Halloween, ‘I came as Donald Trump’
(Gray News) – President Donald Trump arrived at Mar-a-Lago late Saturday for his jungle-themed Halloween party dressed as a very recognizable person – himself. “I came as Donald Trump,” the commander in chief told reporters, wearing his traditional navy suit and red tie. “I didn’...
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Halloween queen Heidi Klum deserves a hand for her costume in 2026
(Gray News/AP) – Model and television host Heidi Klum has gone all out with her costume on Halloween year after year, and 2026 did not disappoint. Klum revealed her masterpiece on social media late Saturday after much anticipation, having given clues throughout the day. The super...
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Angel Reese pledges Dream will make it back to WNBA Finals
Angel Reese’s first postseason ended just short of a championship. Reese had eight points, 12 rebounds and two blocks, but Atlanta fell to Golden State 68-63 in Game 7 of the WNBA Finals on Saturday night. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks ] “I’m really pr...
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No. 3 Georgia dominates No. 17 Florida in World’s Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party game
Facing off against their rivals, the No. 3 Georgia Bulldogs wasted no time getting on the board first. They never looked back. No. 3 Georgia defeated No. 17 Florida, 27-8, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Saturday afternoon. The Dawgs have now won six straight games in the World’s Lar...
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Dream lose to Valkyries 68-63 in Game 7, fall just short of first-ever WNBA title
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — The Dream came so close to a first WNBA title Saturday night, trading blows with the Golden State Valkyries through a tense, tight affair. The Valkyries ultimately prevailed 68-63 behind a stellar showing from Valkyries star Gabby Williams, who...
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Georgia passed permanent daylight saving time bill. Here’s why clocks still fall back
The clocks turn back on Sunday at 2 a.m. as daylight saving time ends. But you may be wondering: What happened to the bill that would make daylight saving time permanent? Didn’t Georgia pass one? [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks ] Well, here are where thi...
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Angel Reese’s record Finals rebounding not enough as Dream fall in Game 7
ATLANTA (AP) - Angel Reese’s first postseason ended just short of a championship. Reese had eight points, 12 rebounds and two blocks, but Atlanta fell to Golden State 68-63 in Game 7 of the WNBA Finals on Saturday night. “I’m really proud of the year I had,” Reese said. “Done a l...
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Atlanta Dream’s chase for championship ends with Game 7 loss in WNBA Finals
The Atlanta Dream came up short in its pursuit of its first WNBA title on Saturday night. The Dream lost Game 7 to the Golden State Valkyries, 68-63. Gabby Williams led all scorers with 30 points to secure Golden State’s first title in just its second year. Jordin Canada led Atla...
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First Alert Forecast: Rain chances increase tonight & Sunday
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Heading into the rest of the weekend, there could be a few showers before we quiet back down into the start of the new week. Saturday Night Into Sunday: Scattered Showers Arrive The pattern changes as we head into the overnight hours. Isolated ...