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Fulton County Under ‘Domestic Violence Epidemic’ With Nearly 1,000 Cases In Metro Atlanta

Fulton County, Georgia, is experiencing what its district attorney calls a “domestic violence epidemic” as cases soar in the area. Located within Metro Atlanta, the county has logged nearly 1,000 pending felony cases of domestic abuse. Its DA, Fani Willis, has called the matter a growing issue that must be addressed...
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Atlanta-based Newell Brands to layoff 900 employees, will close 20 Yankee Candle stores

Newell Brands announced a global productivity plan today aimed at enhancing its competitiveness and delivering greater value for consumers.
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Good News: Boy brought to tears by surprise reunion with military dad

At Kemp Elementary School in Cobb County, Georgia, fourth-grader Amare Gore was brought to tears after his dad, U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Osei Gore, surprised him after returning from deployment overseas. NBC News’ Jose Diaz-Balart has that story and more in this week’s Good News Wrap-Up.
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Cobb EMC highlights holiday light displays across metro Atlanta

COBB COUNTY, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Christmas lights are starting to appear across metro Atlanta, and Cobb EMC is highlighting 11 of its favorite residential light displays. The electric cooperative has created a map featuring all 11 locations for residents to visit. The first spot showcased is Cobb...
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Slain Parents Found with Toddler Cuddling and Trying to Play with Them as They...

Justin and Amber Hicks were killed in their home by Matthew Lanz as the couple's toddler was asleep upstairs
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Man Wounded in Late-Night Shooting on Metropolitan Parkway SW, Atlanta Police Investigating

Atlanta police reported a shooting late last night in which a 49-year-old man was injured. Officers received a call around 12:11 a.m. about a shooting at 791 Metropolitan Parkway SW. They found the man with a gunshot wound to his left arm. He was conscious and breathing and was transported to a hospital for treatment.
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Intense Debate: Atlanta Megachurch Pastor Detained Following Son’s Arrival at School with Blood-Stained Pants

BET - 11/26/2025 05:51:49 PM. Kenneth McFarland, an associate pastor at Atlanta's 2819 Church, was recently arrested for allegedly abusing his 15-year-old stepson with a power cord. The incident came to light when a school official noticed the boy's injuries, which included blood on his pants. McFarland was charged...
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Jamal Bryant-Led New Birth Baptist Church Hosts Black Businesses Market

New Birth's lead pastor, Jamal Bryant, has led the initiative to uplift Black businesses that align with shoppers' values. Almost 100 Black businesses were spotlighted by Pastor Jamal Bryant and the New Birth Baptist Church for its new entrepreneurial initaitive. The Bullseye Black Market, beginning Nov. 28, featured...
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Why Is Georgia Called the Peach State? The Juicy Truth

If you’ve ever seen a Georgia license plate, grabbed a peach at an Atlanta farmers market, or cheered at a Braves game, you’ve probably noticed one thing: peaches are everywhere. Roadside stands, gift shops, and even the state’s official nickname proudly proclaim Georgia as “The Peach State.” But...
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Georgia Man Arrested for Scam in Florida

A Georgia man was arrested for grand theft, identity theft, and money laundering after trying to scam in Florida. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement arrested 31-year-old Carl Anthony Needham Jr., of Atlanta, Georgia, on one count each, of grand theft over $20,000 and under $100,000, a first-degree felony,...

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