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A former DeKalb County teacher and coach, Marcus Skeen, has been indicted for allegedly engaging in sexual contact with a student. The indictment follows his arrest in March 2022, which was initially reported by Channel 2 Action News. The case has raised serious concerns regarding the safety and conduct of educators in the region.
Fulton County is set to honor the late rapper Rich Homie Quan by declaring September 19, 2024, as "Rich Homie Quan Remembrance Day." This proclamation follows a similar recognition made by the Atlanta City Council on the day of the rapper's funeral. Rich Homie Quan, known for his significant contributions to trap music, passed away at the age of 34.
A significant discovery of over 2.34 billion metric tons of rare earth materials in Wyoming could transform the technological landscape, particularly in artificial intelligence (AI) development. This find is being compared to the California Gold Rush and is expected to create immense economic opportunities, potentially reaching $80 trillion by 2030. With AI's reliance on these materials, the implications for future growth are substantial.
Gwinnett County has acquired the Macy’s department store at the Gwinnett Place Mall for $16.5 million, marking the end of the mall's last anchor store. The store will close its doors next year as part of a broader trend of Macy's closures across the country.
A disabled veteran in Atlanta is facing eviction from his apartment due to necessary repairs, leaving him uncertain about where to live next. Robert Weems, living on a fixed income, expressed concerns about the affordability of a similar unit offered by the property managers, who cite financial constraints. This situation highlights the challenges faced by low-income residents in maintaining stable housing in a city with rising rental costs.
Cobb County Police Department has established a new unit aimed at addressing non-violent emergencies, consisting of non-sworn officers who will wear uniforms and body cameras. This initiative is designed to allow sworn officers to focus on more serious crimes, thereby enhancing community safety. Police Chief Stuart VanHoozer emphasized that this unit will help reduce incidents of gun violence and property crimes.
Georgia’s House Speaker Jon Burns is set to tackle school violence in the upcoming General Assembly session, emphasizing the need for legislative changes. There is bipartisan support for gun safety storage legislation, highlighting a shared concern for addressing violence in schools.
Former Atlanta police officer Oliver Simmonds is on trial for the murder of 18-year-old D'Ettrick Griffin, whom he shot during a carjacking incident in 2019. Simmonds claims he believed the passenger in Griffin's car was armed, prompting him to open fire while off-duty. The trial began on September 18, 2024, and centers around the circumstances leading to the shooting.
Investigators are searching for Kordale Miliam, a dangerous gang member and one of Fulton County's most wanted fugitives, who is accused of felony murder after allegedly strangling a woman while out on bond. Miliam, also known as "Juke," was previously released on bond in 2019 and has a history of violent offenses.
A 9-year-old girl is in critical condition after being shot during an argument between two men in Colleton County, South Carolina. The incident occurred on Sunday night, leading to multiple charges against a 23-year-old suspect, including attempted murder.