3-year-old with autism allegedly struck by teacher, parents say
The Millers, parents of a 3-year-old in a special education Pre-K program, allege their daughter was hit by a teacher, leaving bruises on her back. The school confirmed the incident, and the teacher involved is on administrative leave pending an investigation by the Fulton...
Woman warns public after losing $400 in Cash App scam after run-in with boy...
Teana Warren warns others after losing $400 in a Cash App scam by a group of water boys in Buckhead. The incident occurred when Warren attempted to buy a bottle of water for her client using Cash App, as she had no cash. One of the water boys allegedly changed...
Georgia’s most dangerous and safest cities based on FBI violent crime data
Based on recent FBI violent crime data, Georgia presents a diverse landscape of safety across its cities. While some areas face significant challenges with crime, others boast low rates of violence and property crime. This article highlights the most dangerous and safest cities...
Georgia food banks may need to help in case of government shutdown
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Friday is the deadline for Congress to avoid a government shutdown. The federal spending bill includes appropriations for critical services that Georgians rely on. Not to mention, Georgia has more than 77,000 civilian federal employees who...
Georgia children gifted new pairs of shoes from DSW Warehouse
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - For a child whose parents are struggling financially, a helping hand can make a big difference. Dozens of Georgia children were able to pick out two of their very own, brand new shoes. “There are two words that come to mind: this is access...
Police bust man at Gwinnett McDonald’s they say tried to sell home he didn’t...
Police say 55-year-old Armond Long stole the identity of an Arizona property owner and listed the land for sale on Zillow.
Quavo’s ‘Huncho Farms’ Event Provides Food to 500 Atlanta Families
On Thursday, Quavo and the team at Quavo Cares hosted their second annual Huncho Farms in partnership with the Atlanta Community Food Bank and the Atlanta City Council. Supporting seniors who are raising their grandchildren, Quavo Cares continues to pursue its mission to...
Homeowner ends up in jail after calling police to remove squatter living inside her...
A deputy can be heard on body camera footage telling the homeowner to look at things from the alleged squatter’s point of view.
Smyrna First Baptist Church Closes on $15.8 Million Sale to City
Smyrna First Baptist Church has closed on the $15.8 million sale of its nine acre campus to the city of Smyrna. The newly acquired property — on the corner of Church and King Street — is a key part of Smyrna’s Downtown Development Authority’s campaign, “Downtown the Downtown,”...
Atlanta caps year with flurry of affordable housing projects
City officials, nonprofit partners celebrated three new affordable and rapid housing projects in less than three weeks.
