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2 women found dead inside submerged Jeep identified as missing mothers

NILES, Mich. ( WNDU /Gray News) - Authorities said the bodies of two missing Michigan mothers were found inside a Jeep that was submerged in the St. Joseph River. The women were identified as Vanessa Bautista, 24, and Alexa Navarro, 23, on Wednesday. Police said the bodies were a...

Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - NewsSep 16, 2026

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Suspect in Atlanta shooting that killed 1, injured 10 captured in Alabama

An FBI SWAT team arrested a suspect in the deadly Atlanta mass shooting in Atlanta at a house in Alabama on Wednesday. Ze’kevious Perry was wanted for his suspected involvement in the shooting on Edgewood Avenue in July 2025. One person was killed and 10 others were injured. Agen...

WSB-TV (ABC) - NewsSep 16, 2026

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Georgia Tech is keeping trash out of landfills with new upcycling technology

Georgia Tech researchers are finding a new way to give plastic waste a second life, turning hard-to-recycle plastic into new materials and products. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks ] Inside Georgia Tech’s new Trash Lab, students, researchers and faculty ...

WSB-TV (ABC) - NewsSep 16, 2026

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Third suspect in Edgewood Avenue mass shooting captured in Alabama, FBI says

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — The FBI said the third suspect in a 2025 mass shooting on Edgewood Avenue in Atlanta was captured in Alabama Wednesday. Ze’Kevious Perry was captured in a home in Montgomery, Alabama. Perry was wanted in connection with a mass shooting in Atlan...

Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - NewsSep 16, 2026

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Suspect in custody after shots fired near MARTA station

MARTA police tell Channel 2 that one of its officers stopped a suspect at a train station Wednesday after shots were fired nearby. The incident had people scrambling in the area Wednesday afternoon around the Oakland City MARTA station at 1400 Lee Street SW. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-T...

WSB-TV (ABC) - NewsSep 16, 2026

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Georgia governor candidates target veteran vote with new proposals

Veterans and military families have become a key focus in Georgia’s race for governor, with both major candidates outlining proposals they say would improve support services and benefits for those who have served. Georgia is home to one of the nation’s largest populations of mili...

WSB-TV (ABC) - NewsSep 16, 2026

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93-year-old veteran, hospice patient fulfills dream of going stunt flying

MORRISTOWN, Tenn. ( WVLT /Gray News) - A 93-year-old Army veteran and hospice patient is proving you are never too old to take to the skies. On Thursday morning, Thomas Judge fulfilled a lifelong dream by participating in a stunt flight. Judge’s flight was made possible through C...

Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - NewsSep 16, 2026

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Beloved Georgia college soccer player dies at 19, team says

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A Georgia college soccer player who was known as a “beaming light” died last month, the school announced. The Georgia College & State University (GCSU) women’s soccer team said Isabella “Izzy” Sause died on Aug. 30 “after a brave and courageous...

Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - NewsSep 16, 2026

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Inheritance of Hope receives $1,900 through 3-Degree Guarantee

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Every degree made a difference. During the month of August, with the ANF 3-Degree Guarantee , each time Chief Meteorologist Jennifer Valdez and the Atlanta News First weather team got the forecast within three degrees, $50 was donated to a loca...

Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - NewsSep 16, 2026

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Atlanta City Council member Mary Norwood endorses Rick Jackson for governor

Atlanta City Council member Mary Norwood has gone public with her “wholehearted” endorsement of Republican gubernatorial candidate Rick Jackson. Norwood said in a statement and video that she believes Jackson has the background needed to run the state. “I enthusiastically and une...

Rough Draft Atlanta (intown neighborhoods)Sep 16, 2026

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MARTA asking state leaders to help fund safety upgrades

Newly-appointed MARTA General Manager and CEO Jonathan Hunt was in Washington DC with more than a dozen similar leaders for the National Transit Safety and Security Summit. Hunt worked to lobby for federal investment in safety upgrades and resources for MARTA. He said in a statem...

WSB-TV (ABC) - NewsSep 16, 2026

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Mother pleads for answers in unsolved killing of Georgia State student

Police are asking for the public’s help in solving the 2022 killing of Malang Touray Jr., a 19-year-old who had recently completed his first semester at Georgia State University. Investigators say someone shot Touray on Campbellton Road on Dec. 28, 2022. He was taken to a hospita...

WSB-TV (ABC) - NewsSep 16, 2026

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Suspect charged in 2016 Craigslist rape cold case; authorities seek additional victims

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A 42-year-old man is charged with allegedly using a fake Craigslist advertisement to lure, kidnap and sexually assault a teenager in DeKalb County a decade ago. According to DeKalb County District Attorney Investigator Brandi Rogers, the then 1...

Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - NewsSep 16, 2026

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🏃🏻‍♀️‍➡️ ATL ultra-runner Allison Mercer

To your health Wednesday, Sept. 16 — Happy Wednesday! I live for award shows. Growing up, my sister and I would always watch them together. We still do, albeit via our group chat. On Monday night, we hit the group chat to discuss the Emmy Awards, including red carpet fashion. Zen...

Rough Draft Atlanta (intown neighborhoods)Sep 16, 2026

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Police release video of suspect seen limping away after deadly apartment shooting

Atlanta Police are asking for the public’s help identifying a suspect captured on surveillance video following a fatal shooting in northwest Atlanta. According to investigators, officers responded Sept. 11 to a person shot call at 2798 Peek Road NW, where they found Andre Wade su...

WSB-TV (ABC) - NewsSep 16, 2026

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Ex-Georgia nonprofit worker used nearly $100K for Six Flags, Netflix, lingerie

A former Georgia nonprofit employee admitted stealing nearly $100,000 from an organization serving abused and neglected children, federal prosecutors said. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks ] Jennifer O’Neal, 63, of Cedartown, pleaded guilty Wednesday to s...

WSB-TV (ABC) - NewsSep 16, 2026

business

Amazon announces Prime Big Deal Days

Amazon has announced its fall Prime Day sales, promising “48 hours of exclusive deals across more than 35 categories.” Read more trending news Prime Big Deal Days will happen on October 6 and 7, the company said. Amazon said it will release new deals three times a day, listed as ...

WSB-TV (ABC) - NewsSep 16, 2026

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Lindsay Clancy trial prompts Massachusetts push for better postpartum care

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey is speaking up about postpartum care following the high-profile case of Lindsay Clancy, who was on trial for the murder of her three children after saying she was in the throes of postpartum psychosis....

FOX 5 Atlanta (WAGA) - NewsSep 16, 2026

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Organic produce costs 59% more than conventional, study finds

( InvestigateTV ) — Organic fruits and vegetables cost 59% more on average than conventional options, according to a new LendingTree analysis of USDA price data. The gap comes as the average U.S. household spent just under $8,000 on groceries in 2024. Matt Schulz, chief consumer ...

Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - NewsSep 16, 2026

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The Confidence Shift: More Men Openly Addressing Hair Loss

ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - Hair loss was once something men quietly worried about, but a major cultural shift is underway as more men openly seek solutions. Atlanta hair restoration surgeons report seeing an influx of younger patients asking questions and taking proactive steps to...

Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - NewsSep 16, 2026

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R&B Legend Johnny Gill Performs in Stockbridge This Weekend

ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - Legendary R&B icon Johnny Gill is taking the stage in Georgia this weekend for a must-see concert at the VyStar Amphitheatre in Stockbridge on Saturday . The multi-platinum artist recently scored another Billboard-topping hit with his smooth single, “A D...

Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - NewsSep 16, 2026

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Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh announces interest rate hike

The Federal Reserve chairman has raised interest rates. Read more trending news Chair Kevin Warsh announced that the Federal Reserve raised it for the first time in three years, increasing it by a quarter of a percentage point, The New York Times reported. He took the interest ra...

WSB-TV (ABC) - NewsSep 16, 2026

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Embrace Autumn in Style with Beauty Expert Yesi De Avila

ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - As cooler weather arrives, it is time to refresh your beauty routine and embrace the new season in style. Beauty and lifestyle expert Yesi De Avila shares her top picks for an effortless autumn glow-up. From hydrating skincare essentials and rich seasona...

Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - NewsSep 16, 2026

safety

Suspected mobile meth lab found during Georgia funeral procession

What started as a funeral procession ended with hazmat suits and a drug investigation, according to a Georgia sheriff’s office. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks ] Towns County Sheriff’s Office said the incident happened Tuesday afternoon while a deputy wa...

WSB-TV (ABC) - NewsSep 16, 2026

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Atlanta Dream Celebrate HBCU and Divine Nine Night at State Farm Arena

ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - HBCU pride and Divine Nine excellence will take center stage at State Farm Arena this Saturday, September 19th, as the Atlanta Dream host their highly anticipated annual HBCU and D9 Night. The annual matchup honors the rich culture, history, and communit...

Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - NewsSep 16, 2026

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Report: Sportscaster Joe Buck agrees to new ESPN deal worth $108 million

Sportscaster Joe Buck and ESPN have agreed to a new six-year extension worth approximately $108 million, which guarantees that the longtime announcer will be able to call the cable sports network’s first Super Bowl in February, according to a published report. Read more trending ...

WSB-TV (ABC) - NewsSep 16, 2026

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West Nile virus death confirmed in Georgia, health department says

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A person has died of West Nile virus in Georgia, according to the state’s Department of Public Health (DPH). So far, the department has confirmed eight human cases of the virus this year — but that number is expected to rise. The cases come as ...

Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - NewsSep 16, 2026

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Metro Atlanta county expands early voting locations ahead of November election

The 2026 midterm elections are almost upon us and a metro Atlanta county is opening up more opportunities for people to vote. The DeKalb County Government announced Wednesday that it was adding two more locations for early voting. Going forward, residents of DeKalb County will be...

WSB-TV (ABC) - NewsSep 16, 2026

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Georgia receives $43 million in federal grants to combat veteran homelessness

The Department of Veterans Affairs announced millions of dollars would be coming to Georgia to help homeless veterans. The department awarded $43,277,657 in grants on Monday to 21 community organizations across the state. The funding is designated to assist veterans who are homel...

WSB-TV (ABC) - NewsSep 16, 2026

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‘Toy Factory’ exhibit coming to Pullman Yards Sept. 30

“Toy Factory,” a family-friendly, immersive exhibit taking you behind the scenes of a working toy factory, will premiere at Pullman Yards on Sept. 30 and continue through the end of the year. “Toy Factory,” according to an online description , is a 360°-projected workshop with in...

Rough Draft Atlanta (intown neighborhoods)Sep 16, 2026

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Dolly Parton: Launch of ‘Dolly Dolls’ tied to late singer’s new museum

Dolly Parton continues to make an impact on the music world and in pop culture. Read more trending news A set of three 12-inch dolls depicting the late Queen of Country Music was released on Tuesday by Integrity Toys , and two of the models have already sold out online. The third...

WSB-TV (ABC) - NewsSep 16, 2026

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Think of the fine! Man returns magazine to library 132 years late

The Concord Public Library had quite a surprise from a patron who discovered a long-overdue magazine. Read more trending news Typically, overdue books or magazines may be a few days or weeks late. Sometimes they are months or even years late. Rarely are they more than a century l...

WSB-TV (ABC) - NewsSep 16, 2026

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Family begs for answers in Atlanta 19-year-old’s unsolved homicide

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — The family of a 19-year-old man who was shot and killed at an Atlanta apartment complex in 2022 is pleading for anyone with information to come forward. On Wednesday, the family joined Atlanta police in a news conference to raise awareness of M...

Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - NewsSep 16, 2026

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‘It felt humiliating’: Man finds racial slur inside truck after getting oil change

WICHITA, Kan. ( KWCH /Gray News) - A Wichita man says he was shocked to find a racial slur written on a sticker after taking his truck to a car dealership for an oil change. According to Larry Martin, the situation occurred when he took his truck to Rusty Eck Ford for a standard ...

Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - NewsSep 16, 2026

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Deputies say man lit pipe, then admitted he was ‘getting high’ on Georgia highway

A man is facing drug charges after deputies say he admitted he was “getting high” while sitting in a vehicle parked along a Georgia highway. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks ] Jones County deputies were called Saturday night to investigate a suspicious ve...

WSB-TV (ABC) - NewsSep 16, 2026

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Study names most likely city to ‘panic sell’ if real estate market crashes

A new study on investor companies with real estate portfolios ranked which major cities were the most likely locations for those companies to “panic sell” their holdings if the economy goes south. Which brings the study down south, to Atlanta. The study by MarketWise named Atlant...

WSB-TV (ABC) - NewsSep 16, 2026

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Man sentenced to 30 years in prison for sexually assaulting 6 children

ST. PAUL, Minn. ( KVLY /Gray News) — A Minnesota man will spend the next 30 years in prison for sexually assaulting six children over seven years, the Minnesota Attorney General’s Office announced Monday. Mervin C. Kauffman was sentenced to 360 months in prison after pleading gui...

Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - NewsSep 16, 2026

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Upcoming Brookhaven events celebrates arts, Latino culture, and patriotism

The City of Brookhaven upcoming public events include several family-friendly events, The popular Paint the Park event returns to Blackburn Park again this year on Oct. 4 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. with artists of all ages and skill levels invited to use the park as inspiration. Acco...

Rough Draft Atlanta (intown neighborhoods)Sep 16, 2026

safety

Police surround metro Atlanta apartment building

DeKalb County police are investigating an incident at an apartment complex on Wednesday afternoon. Officers were called to the Hills at Fairington apartments on Fairington Road. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks ] NewsChopper 2 is flying over the scene and...

WSB-TV (ABC) - NewsSep 16, 2026

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Man drops to his knees after hearing of Los Angeles news helicopter crash

(Gray News) - A news helicopter used by NBC and Telemundo crashed in a Los Angeles neighborhood and burst into flames, killing three people while reporters were covering the collision of an SUV and a city bus, officials and the news outlet said. A man was seen dropping to his kne...

Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - NewsSep 16, 2026

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At least 1 Georgian dead from West Nile virus

The Georgia Department of Public Health has confirmed that one person has died from West Nile virus. New data released on Wednesday afternoon confirms eight cases in Chatham, DeKalb and Fulton counties. One of those cases has led to someone’s death. Officials have not confirmed i...

WSB-TV (ABC) - NewsSep 16, 2026

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USPS Operation Santa is accepting letters for the 2026 holiday season

Christmas may be months away, but the USPS is ready to help Santa grant the wishes of children all over the country. Read more trending news The agency’s Operation Santa has opened for 2026 and is now accepting letters from children and families in the continental U.S., Hawaii an...

WSB-TV (ABC) - NewsSep 16, 2026