Ethics watchdog accuses Raphael Warnock’s of accepting ‘rent free’ housing
WASHINGTON (TNND) — The Foundation for Accountability and Civic Trust (FACT), an ethics watchdog group, on Monday demanded the Senate investigate Sen. Raphael Warnock, D-Ga., for allegedly accepting free housing. Sen. Warnock has served as a senior pastor at Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta since 2005. The church,...
2 teens shot near Marietta park; manhunt for gunman underway
MARIETTA, Ga. - Two teens were rushed to the hospital and a major Marietta roadway has been shut down after a shooting near Elizabeth Porter Park. Marietta Police say North Marietta Parkway and Allgood Road will be closed for several hours while investigators work to gather evidence. What we know:
MPD Reports: Missing person found deceased in Dekalb County; Father and juvenile cited for...
MVC – Hwy 78 @ Unisia Dr: Single vehicle collision with damage to roadway fixtures. No injuries. GEARS report completed. Suspicious Person – Ridge Rd. – In reference to the complainant advising of a male subject knocking and crying at their front door. Area was checked; negative contact.
Burn restrictions in 54 north Georgia counties to be put into place
ATLANTA — Burn restrictions are set to be put in effect in 54 counties in north Georgia next month. Beginning on May 1, the Environmental Protection Division will restrict residents from burning yard and land clearing debris. This new restriction is being put into place due to smoke that...
Sandy Springs mother charged in baby’s death found not guilty by reason of insanity
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - A Sandy Springs woman who was accused of killing her 1-year-old child was found not guilty by reason of insanity, according to court records. Asia Calabrese-Lewis was initially charged with felony murder and cruelty to children in connection to the death of Nirvana Oliver.
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta airport announce new parking rates
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is implementing new parking rate adjustments effective May 1, marking the first update in eight years. The adjustments are driven by a 30% rise in the Consumer Price Index for Atlanta and increased parking-related operational costs, alongside new debt for...
Georgia man extradited to Kentucky to face charges stemming from November crash
A Georgia man has been extradited to Kentucky so he can face charges stemming from a crash that injured several in November. A Lyon County deputy traveled to Georgia to serve the indictment warrant on 43-year-old Robert Fredianelli. Fredianelli is charged with aggravated DUI and assault after injuring three others...
New Birth Pastor Jamal Bryant Extends Target Boycott, Opens Black Business Market
Pastor Jamal Bryant led a 40-day fast and full-on boycott of Target, resulting in a 7.9% decline in foot traffic and a 32.7% drop in Target's stock, with the company only meeting one of the four demands made by Bryant. The post New Birth Pastor Jamal Bryant Extends Target Boycott, Opens Black Business Market appeared...
Last day to avoid arrest for missed Atlanta traffic court dates
The one-time program allows individuals who missed their court date for a traffic violation to settle their case without the risk of being taken into custody.
Driver charged after train crash at Marietta railroad crossing
MARIETTA, Ga. - A driver is facing charges after a crash involving a train in Marietta early Monday morning. Authorities say the crash happened at a crossing near South Marietta Parkway. What we know: — According to police, CSX called 911 around 3:45 a.m. to report that a train had...