Two women charged with helping inmates escape DeKalb jail
Melayna Whatley and Gabriela Ortis face federal charges accusing them of helping three inmates escape the DeKalb County Jail in December 2025.
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Jennifer Gore Challenges “Boss Babe” Culture on ATL Live
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - During Women’s Small Business Month, Jennifer Gore is bringing tough love to ATL Live. The CEO and founder of Evergreen Business Coaching is challenging the “boss babe” mindset and encouraging women to rethink what it means to lead at work. Gore joins th...
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Journey drummer Deen Castronovo leaves concert after medical emergency
Journey drummer Deen Castronovo left the band’s concert in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Thursday night for a medical emergency. Read more trending news The concert paused after two songs, then eventually resumed after Castronovo was taken to a hospital. Keyboardist Jonathan Cain told the cro...
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Some major weekend events altered due to Hurricane Isaias’ impacts in Georgia | List
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Hurricane Isaias is expected to bring heavy rain and the possibility of flooding to much of the Gulf. Its impacts will be felt across Georgia as well. Several major events and other happenings planned across metro Atlanta are being affected. We...
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Teen in critical condition after double shooting in DeKalb County, police say
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Two people, including a 16-year-old, were shot in DeKalb County on Friday morning, according to police. Officers could be seen investigating in the 6800 block of Timbers East Drive in unincorporated Lithonia. Police said the teen was shot multi...
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Red Cross of Georgia prepares to help communities affected by Hurricane Isaias
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — The Red Cross of Georgia says its teams are mobilized to help communities prepare for Hurricane Isaias and provide response and recovery support afterward. Isaias is expected to bring heavy rain and strong winds, raising concerns about flooding...
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15 pounds of cocaine, fentanyl found hidden behind Georgia driver’s dashboard
A traffic stop in northwest Georgia led to the discovery of illegal drugs inside a vehicle, according to deputies. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks ] The Dade County Sheriff’s Office said deputies stopped a vehicle Thursday on Highway 136 East near McKaig...
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Hurricane Isaias: Latest updates, alerts, cancellations and more
FOX 5 Atlanta is tracking Georgia’s forecast, weather alerts, closures, cancellations and official county updates. Follow this live blog for the latest developments....
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Cobb crews clear drains ahead of Isaias wind and rain
Cobb County transportation crews are clearing drains and preparing to respond to flooding and fallen trees as Hurricane Isaias is expected to bring heavy rain and strong winds into Georgia Friday night....
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InvestigateTV+ Weekend: Hidden hacker risks
( InvestigateTV ) — Your most sensitive information may not be sitting in a computer — it could be inside the printer down the hall. Chris Nakamoto finds why some offices may be leaving that data exposed. Plus, a family loses their home as firefighters reported trouble getting wa...
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Key money lessons parents should teach teens before college
( InvestigateTV ) — For a young adult stepping into college or a first job, financial decisions can feel overwhelming. Teresa Murray, a consumer watchdog with US PIRG, said that makes financial planning for teens and young adults especially important. “We’re kind of assuming here...
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McDonald’s sued over alleged AI pricing, company says it does not dictate menu prices
McDonald’s is being sued over claims that it uses an AI tool to collect and share data and potentially influence what locations charge customers. Read more trending news The lawsuit, filed last week in federal court in Illinois, claims the pricing tool uses AI to collect data tha...
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A Hole-in-One for Fall Fun at Boone’s
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - Fall is on the menu in Buckhead! Boone’s, located at the historic Bobby Jones Golf Course, is welcoming the season with fresh flavors, creative cocktails and plenty of reasons to stick around after your meal. Executive Chef Laura Orellana is serving up s...