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A Fulton County judge has denied District Attorney Fani Willis' emergency request to stop a subpoena requiring her to testify before a Georgia Senate committee. The subpoenas relate to her investigation into 2020 election interference and her connection with former special prosecutor Nathan Wade.
Vice President Kamala Harris has condemned Georgia's abortion law following reports that two women, including Amber Thurman, died as a result of the legislation. The report claims the deaths may have been preventable and has sparked national attention on the implications of the law.
An Atlanta CEO, Micky Lee Wagner, has been sentenced to prison for a fraudulent scheme involving stolen identities that defrauded companies of over $5 million. Convicted of wire fraud and aggravated identity theft, Wagner's actions highlight serious issues surrounding corporate fraud and identity theft.
Two men are accused of breaking into an Atlanta restaurant, stealing alcohol, crab legs, and knives, prompting a call for public assistance from the Atlanta Police Department. This incident marks the latest in a series of burglaries targeting the same establishment. Investigators have released security camera images in hopes of identifying the suspects.
A man named Chris Sullens, who survived a machete attack at work, has returned home after a lengthy recovery period in Atlanta hospitals. He expressed his apprehension about attending court proceedings related to the attack, emphasizing the emotional toll of the incident.
Robo Killer's study reveals that during the 2022 election year, Americans were inundated with 15 billion political texts and 384 million calls. The article offers options for individuals looking to reduce these unsolicited communications. It highlights the overwhelming nature of political outreach in the context of the election cycle.
Walton High School in Cobb County, Georgia was placed on lockdown following a bomb threat call made on September 17, 2024. This incident comes in the wake of a tragic shooting at Apalachee High School, leading to a concerning trend of threats across local schools.
The FBI and U.S. Postal Inspection Service are investigating suspicious packages sent to elections officials across multiple states, including Georgia, with no immediate reports of injuries or hazardous materials. This investigation highlights concerns surrounding election security as the country approaches a significant election period.
A burglar was caught on surveillance video using a wagon to break into Bxplicit hair salon in Atlanta on September 12, 2024. The Atlanta Police Department is seeking assistance from the public to identify the suspect, who stole a significant amount of hair and beauty products. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about crime in the area.
Firefighters in southwest Atlanta responded to two separate fires on September 17, 2024, with one occurring at an apartment complex on Martin Luther King Jr Drive SW. All residents were safely evacuated, although a dog required rescue from an upstairs unit. The cause of both fires is currently under investigation.