Marietta, GA|News|
Man Killed By Police After Dragging Marietta Officer With Car: GBI
A man who was shot by police after dragging a Marietta officer with his car has died from his injuries, according to the GBI.
Andrea V. Watson, Patch Staff
Andrea V. Watson, Patch Staff
- Decatur-Avondale Estates, GA
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Across South Carolina, SC|News|
First 2 Cases Of Monkeypox Confirmed In South Carolina: DHEC
South Carolina health officials reported the first two monkeypox cases in the state Friday.
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Atlanta, GA|News|
Tractor-Trailer Kills Mother, Injures Baby In Disabled Car On I-675
A woman whose car broke down on I-675 near Anvil Block Road in metro Atlanta was fatally hit by a swerving tractor-trailer Thursday night.
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Atlanta, GA|News|
Riverdale Walmart Shooting Suspect In Custody: Reports
Riverdale police have arrested a man accused of shooting another man inside the meat section at Walmart.
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Roswell, GA|News|
Man Accused Of Fatally Shooting Girlfriend Possibly Left GA: Police
Investigators believe a Roswell man accused of shooting and killing his girlfriend has possibly left the state.
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Smyrna-Vinings, GA|News|
Man Accused Of Exposing Himself To Women, Teens At Cobb Mall: Report
A man is accused of exposing himself to several different women, including two teenage girls, at Cumberland Mall.
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Across North Carolina, NC|News|
'One Tree Hill' Bevin Prince's Husband Killed By Lightning In NC
The 33-year-old husband of “One Tree Hill” star Bevin Prince was struck and killed by lightning on Sunday.
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Raleigh, NC|News|
NBA Player Devonte’ Graham Charged With DWI In Raleigh: Reports
NBA Player Devonte’ Graham, a native of Raleigh, was arrested and charged Thursday with impaired driving.
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Across Georgia, GA|News|
Georgia Guidestones Explosion: GBI Releases Videos
An explosion Wednesday damaged the Georgia Guidestones monument — also known as "America's Stonehenge."
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Atlanta, GA|News|
GA Heat Advisory, Scattered Storms, Flash Flooding Likely Thursday
A heat advisory and hazardous weather outlook are in effect Thursday for northern Georgia.
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Douglasville, GA|News|
Douglasville Man Shot, Killed In Shopping Center Parking Lot: Police
Douglasville police are investigating a fatal shooting that happened in a shopping center parking lot.
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Roswell, GA|News|
Man Accused Of Fatally Shooting Girlfriend Wanted By Roswell Police
Roswell police are searching for a 27-year-old man who is accused of shooting and killing his girlfriend.
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Marietta, GA|News|
Cobb County Courts Reinstate Mask Mandate
Masks are currently being required in the Cobb County courthouse complex due to the high community transmission level of COVID-19.
Andrea V. Watson, Patch Staff
Decatur-Avondale Estates|News|
Man Shot, Killed In Publix Parking Lot In DeKalb County: Reports
A man was shot and killed in a DeKalb County Publix parking lot, according to multiple reports.
Andrea V. Watson, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
Teen's Ex-Boyfriend Finds Her, Shoots Friend: Atlanta Police
Atlanta Police said a 19-year-old girl's ex-boyfriend found her and her friend in a car and shot at them, injuring the 16-year-old friend.
Andrea V. Watson, Patch Staff
Decatur-Avondale Estates|News|
1 Dead, 8 Injured After I-20 Crash In DeKalb County: Police
An SUV crashed and rolled down an embankment on I-20 West near Wesley Chapel Road.
Andrea V. Watson, Patch Staff
Sandy Springs, GA|News|
Man Shot During Early Morning Home Invasion: Report
A man is recovering after being shot during a home invasion this week in Sandy Springs, according to a report.
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Across Georgia, GA|News|
Monkeypox In Georgia: More Than A Dozen Cases Reported
Georgia has 13 confirmed cases of monkeypox, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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Atlanta, GA|News|
GA Weather: Hazardous Weather Outlook And Heat Advisory
The heat index is likely to reach over 105 degrees and thunderstorms are forecast for northern Georgia.
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Across Georgia, GA|News|
4th Of July Fireworks ‘Utterly Terrifying’ For GA Dogs
Dogs have a heightened sense of hearing and 4th of July fireworks can be “utterly terrifying” for them, according to animal advocacy groups.
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