CDC supervisor theft: Former manager admits to $190K fraud
A former Centers for Disease Control and Prevention supervisor pleaded guilty to theft of government funds after stealing more than $190,000 using fake invoices. Federal investigators discovered the worker used her high purchasing power at the Atlanta area agency to bypass security rules over an 18-month timeframe. The
GoFundMe created for teenager who survived deadly ‘404 Day’ shooting at Piedmont Park
ATLANTA — The family of the 15-year-old injured during a deadly shooting at Piedmont Park on '404 Day' is asking for help as the teenager recovers. The mother of 15-year-old Italia Wilson created a GoFundMe to raise funds for the teenager's medical bills, therapy, and other costs associated with her healing.
Thousands of fish found dead in the Chattahoochee River after flash flooding
Sewage spilled into the river when flash flooding came during Wednesday's storms.
Investigators seeking tips from public to identify suspects wanted for stealing mail
ATLANTA — Larceny investigators in Atlanta are asking for the public's help with identifying suspects wanted for stealing mail from an apartment complex. The investigation stems from May 20, when Zone 4 APD officers were called to a larceny taking place at 835 Oglethorpe Ave. SW. Early investigations reveal...
One dead after Friday evening shooting in Grant Forest Park
DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. - Crime scene tape blocked a roadway in the Grant Forest Park neighborhood as police investigated a shooting on Friday evening that left at least one person dead. What we know:. Police were called to the 1400 block of Grant Forest Circle sometime around 9:30 p.m. According...
Operation Lockdown targets 37 dangerous suspects in Atlanta
The FBI is partnering with the Atlanta Police Department on a joint sweep called Operation Lockdown to capture high-profile violent offenders. Authorities launched the initiative in March to clean up local streets before international soccer fans arrive for the upcoming World Cup tournament. Law enforcement agents init
Person found dead at Ellenwood home, police say
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A person was found dead at a home in Ellenwood, DeKalb County police said Friday. Police said officers responded to a home on Grant Forest Circle and found one person dead. This is a developing story. Check back with Atlanta News First for...
Children found safe, and their mother is in custody after a frantic search overnight...
ATLANTA — UPDATE: Both children have been found safe in Louisiana. The mother, Bernice Keys, has been taken into custody. Atlanta Police are asking for the public's help in locating two missing children and their mother. 8-year-old Tyshawn Keys and 9-year-old Samyiah Keys were abducted from their guardian by...
Family mourns man who died after crash on Atlanta’s West End
ATLANTA — For years, drivers passing through Atlanta’s historic West End saw the same man sitting on a bench near the corner of Ralph David Abernathy Boulevard SW and Joseph E. Lowery Boulevard SW. Now, those who knew him are mourning after family members confirmed that Terence Cobb...
Decatur man convicted in beating death of girlfriend’s toddler
An autopsy found injuries consistent with multiple blows to the child’s head, according to prosecutors.
