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Gang Leader Ordered Baby's Murder From Behind Bars: Indictment

A leader of the Bloods street gang ordered the hit that killed a 9-month-old boy from behind the walls of a Georgia prison, prosecutors say. Kenneth Eric Jackson -- known as "KG the God" -- was indicted on murder and gang-related charges Tuesday for his role in the May 2014 shooting death of KenDarious Edwards, Jr.

"This was a ruthless act ordered by a gang leader looking to spread fear and intimidation," DeKalb County District Attorney Robert James said in a news release. "We are in a war with gangs in DeKalb County, and too many innocent people are being hurt. This is not your county. Get out or face the consequences." >>> Read more.

Teacher Who Broke Down Over Prince's Death Wins Teaching Prize

At a surprise announcement in his classroom, Matthew Patterson, a 12th grade English teacher at Banneker High School, learned he was one of four teachers nationwide to win the 2016 Fishman Prize for Superlative Classroom Practice, a $25,000 award recognizing the nation’s most effective teachers working in high-need public schools.

Patterson made national headlines last month when a student videotaped him reacting emotionally, but stoically, to the news that music icon Prince had died. The 10-second video, “When My Teacher Found Out Prince Died,” went viral. >>> Read more.

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2015 Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl Delivered Record $41.8 Million Impact

• The organization’s cumulative impact reached more than $842 million with $43.9 million in tax revenue.

Attorney for Accused Jewelry Store Thief Says Charges Should be Dropped

• Abigail Lee Kemp is accused of working with partners in a series of jewelry store heists across the southeast.

'Dr. Death' Indicted on Three Murder Charges

• Dr. Narendra Nagareddy is also facing 59 counts of issuing unauthorized pain prescriptions.

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