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U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche is defending the Justice Department’s decision to raid the Fulton County elections hub as federal investigators continue a criminal investigation tied to the 2020 election. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks ] Blanche spok...
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The Cherokee Sheriff’s Office is warning parents about the consequences of their children behaving recklessly when riding e-bikes. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks ] The sheriff’s office said they could have charged the young people with reckless driving,...
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A Cherokee County commissioner said a man yelling and pointing his finger pushed down his wife after a town hall, “aggressive behavior that caused physical injuries.” [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks ] Cherokee County District 4 Commissioner Corey Ragsdal...
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WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - Vice President JD Vance said Thursday that “Operation Economic Outcast,” the Treasury Department’s effort to isolate Iran economically, is working, even as China continues trade ties with Iran. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced the operation early ...
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HIGHLAND COUNTY, Ohio ( WXIX /Gray News) - A woman is dead and two others were injured, including a toddler, after a horse and buggy was hit from behind on a highway, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol. The crash happened just after 8:30 a.m. Wednesday on U.S. Route 50 ne...
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President Donald Trump on Thursday named Adam Telle as the acting Army secretary following the departure of Dan Driscoll. Here’s what to know.
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Former Newton County Deputy George Rahming has gone from deputy to defendant to state prisoner . But a judge has ruled two of the three counts that sent him to prison should be dropped. Rahming said he had a lot of hope riding on the June hearing, which concluded just before his ...
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Caleb Mills of South Carolina was arrested in Athens-Clarke County for identity fraud and related fraudulent offenses.
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Ed Sheeran will bring his 2026 LOOP Tour to Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Oct. 3.
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ALPHARETTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Students at Alpharetta High School are petitioning to have Flock Safety cameras removed from campus, saying the cameras infringe on their privacy. Flock cameras are installed outside every entrance to the school, capturing footage of each ca...
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SMYRNA, Tenn. ( WSMV /Gray News) - A child died at an unlicensed child care operation in Smyrna, authorities said. Smyrna police officers responded to a medical call on Lake Farm Road involving the death of a child. The Tennessee Department of Human Services said the provider is ...
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A man is wanted by West Georgia authorities who accuse him of robbery by intimidation after he hitched a ride with a woman. The suspect asked a woman for a ride at the Extra Mile on Nebo Road in Paulding County June 12, according to Paulding County Sheriff’s Office. Investigators...
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ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — For a second time on Thursday, the Georgia legislature’s Joint Elections Standards and Specifications Committee met to discuss new methods of tabulating votes. After lawmakers voted in 2024 to phase out the currently used method of tabulation t...
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Friday marks two years since the deadliest act of school violence in Georgia’s history. On Sept. 4, 2024, Colt Gray opened fire inside Apalachee High School, killing two students and two teachers, and wounding more than a dozen more. On Thursday, Channel 2’s Steve Gehlbach was at...
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Thursday night is the last time you’ll see the sun at 8 p.m. this year. Severe Weather Team 2 Chief Meteorologist Brad Nitz says the sun will set at 8 p.m. on Thursday and it’s the last time until April 4, 2027. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks ] This tim...
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WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - Consumer advocacy groups say most people know that TSA was formed after the Sept. 11 terror attacks, leading to increased security checks for passengers. But some changes since then have been forgotten. John Breyault, with the National Consumers League, sai...
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ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Flags flew at half-staff across Warm Springs on Thursday as the small community continued to mourn the loss of veteran officer, Sgt. Chris Fisher, who was killed in the line of duty early Wednesday morning. Warm Springs Police Chief Matt Mayfie...
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Heading to Athens Saturday? Here is your Sanford Stadium survival guide!
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Shelter to aid APS families Thursday, Sept. 3 (21 Elul 5786) — With the long weekend ahead, I’m looking for things to do. Mitzvah House has a volunteer project for the whole family . Other neat stuff: Read Jana Eplan’s take on preparing an aging family member for a big move. Maze...
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Coweta County deputies seized a large stash of Ecstasy after a high-speed chase on I-85 reached 115 mph.
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ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - Whoop that, Trick! WWE Superstar Trick Williams joins ATL Live to share details about his upcoming match, Sunday Night’s Main Event, at State Farm Arena on September 6 - featuring Lil Yachty ! ATL Live is your home for food, fun and entertainment in Atla...
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A Douglas County baker’s lemon pepper wing pound cake went viral after hitting 3.3 million views on social media.
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ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - Founder of Pay or Wait Sharronda Williams joins ATL Live to share what to add to your watch list this month: MayDay Welcome to the Family: The Murder of Dan Markel Dark Matter The Gentlemen Season 2 Onslaught The Dog Stars ATL Live is your home for food,...
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ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - Talk about an Atlanta native fighting for what he wants! Wix Patton ’s wild journey includes a stop on the University of Georgia football team and music career. Now, his latest venture takes him into the ring for professional wrestling. Patton joins ATL ...
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ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - A local high-end rug brand and a major international designer want to help bring your personal space to life! Whether you want to create a warm, inviting space, or channel a sense of style in your sanctuary, this new fall collection by “Flor” and Trina T...
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Channel 2 Action News learned people have been trapped inside elevators at Fulton County Jail more than 100 times. Exclusive access inside the facility, LIVE on Channel 2 at 6:00 p.m. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks ] Sheriff Pat Labat and Channel 2’s Mi...
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The parents of a Heritage High School football player say their son was seriously hurt after he was attacked by one or more players of Rockdale County High School. The fight broke out on the field prior to a heated rivalry game on Friday night at Rockdale’s football stadium. “The...
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The parents of a Heritage High School football player say their son was seriously hurt after he was attacked by one or more players of Rockdale County High School. The fight broke out on the field prior to a heated rivalry game on Friday night at Rockdale’s football stadium. “The...
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ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Residents of a DeKalb County neighborhood are organizing against a proposed $23 million bridge project they say could bring regional commuter traffic onto quiet residential streets and create pedestrian-safety concerns. The city of Brookhaven’s...
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ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - Some patterns don’t break until you confront them. Rev. Sam Oye is a renowned relationship and marriage coach from Nigeria who joins ATL Live to share how to restore healthy relationships --- while finding clarity, healing, purpose and peace. Prophetic P...
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NORTH BEND, Ohio ( WXIX /Gray News) - A man drowned in the Ohio River while trying to retrieve a remote-controlled boat, authorities said. According to the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office, the Miami Township Fire Department responded about 9:30 p.m. Friday to Harbor Drive in Nor...
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ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A Douglas County inmate who escaped from a work detail Thursday morning has been captured, according to the sheriff’s office. Around 9:30 a.m., Isaac Kindle reportedly left the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office car wash, where he was assigned, in...
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Alphonso Smith Jr. was drafted into the NFL in 2009 and played for the Denver Broncos and Detroit Lions.
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ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - A fan-favorite character from the hit action-thriller series ‘Reacher’ is stepping into the spotlight with a brand-new spin-off series on prime video. The high-stakes thriller follows a fierce private investigator as she unravels a deeply personal myster...
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ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — On Lawrenceville-Suwanee Road in Gwinnett County, a wings and hibachi restaurant failed a surprise health inspection this week. 77 Flavors in Suwanee scored 62 points and received a “U” for unsatisfactory on Aug. 31. The inspection report cited...
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ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - What does it mean to truly flourish? Is it finding your sense of purpose, your health, your relationships? ATL Live 10:30-11 am Trilith Foundation’s 2026 Flourishing Summit is helping you find the answers to those questions September 3 from 8 am until 9 ...
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ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - Get ready for a high-energy community festival that’s bringing families together with music, food and activities at no cost! NBA Star Josh Okogie joins ATL Live to talk about Nonstop Summer Carnival - happening Sunday, September 6. ATL Live is your home ...
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(Gray News) - Eight of the country’s largest grocery store chains are now under federal investigation over their beef prices. Ahold Delhaize USA, Albertsons, Aldi, Amazon, Costco, Kroger, Publix and Walmart were named in an expanded investigation by the Department of Justice Anti...
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Just hours after posting on social media that he was stepping away from football, a now-former University of Georgia player was arrested. Xzavier McLeod was booked into the Athens-Clarke County Detention Center on Wednesday afternoon and charged with misdemeanor trespass - damage...
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ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - Screen fatigue is a major struggle for local families, but Three Birds Farm in Marietta is offering a fresh way to log off and reconnect with nature. With hands-on outdoor play, animal interactions, and programs for all ages - Three Birds Farm is a new a...
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ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - Preparing for birth takes months, but many families are left wondering what comes next when the baby actually arrives. Mom League joins ATL Live to share how its helping parents find community, education, and lifelong friendships during the postpartum tr...
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The Minnesota BCA has provided a full timeline of Wednesday's mass shooting in Minneapolis that they now say began with a domestic dispute outside the apartment building and ended in an exchange of gunfire with officers....
