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Justin Mourning, a 46-year-old man, was shot and killed in downtown Alpharetta following an altercation with a motorcyclist over driving behavior. Mourning, described as a beloved family man and community member, leaves behind two children and a grieving spouse. The police have arrested 21-year-old Jaden Lewis, charging him with murder in connection to the incident.
A student was arrested at Duluth Middle School in Gwinnett County for bringing a semi-automatic 9mm pistol to school, prompting immediate action from fellow students who reported the incident. School officials emphasized the importance of accountability and urged parents to monitor their children's belongings and social media.
College Park Mayor Bianca Motley Broom has filed a second lawsuit against the city, alleging violations of the Georgia Open Meetings Act during a recent council meeting. The lawsuit follows a controversial vote to censure her, where the interim city manager reportedly ordered police to remove the public from the room. City officials assert that the meeting was properly conducted as it was livestreamed.
The family of George Glezmann, an Atlanta man held hostage by the Taliban since December 2022, has met with National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan at the White House, expressing newfound hope for his release. Family advisor George Taylor emphasized the positive nature of the discussions, stating that the government is committed to bringing Glezmann home.
Two individuals were shot near the Fulton County District Attorney's Office annex on Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in southwest Atlanta. The incident prompted a swift response from law enforcement, who swarmed the area to investigate.
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis has refused to comply with a subpoena from a Georgia state Senate committee investigating her conduct, claiming the request is "unlawful." The committee has since hired an attorney to enforce the subpoena, intensifying the legal conflict.
DeKalb County Schools employees are facing significant financial strain due to ongoing payroll issues that have resulted in delayed and incomplete paychecks. Many workers report falling behind on bills, with some struggling to pay for essential services like childcare. The district is working with its payroll provider to resolve these issues, but employees remain anxious about their financial stability.
UGA football player Daniel Harris was arrested for reckless driving after reaching speeds of 106 miles per hour on a wet road while attempting to pass other vehicles. He was charged with multiple violations, including driving without a seatbelt and operating an unregistered vehicle. This incident adds to a concerning trend of arrests among Georgia football players following a deadly crash earlier this year.
A double shooting at a strip mall in Atlanta left one man critically injured, while police continue to investigate the incident. The shooting occurred on Martin Luther King Jr. Drive and involved two individuals who were transported to a nearby hospital. Initial reports mistakenly indicated that three men were shot.
Apalachee High School is set to reopen on September 23 following a tragic mass shooting that claimed the lives of two teachers and two students. The Barrow County Schools Superintendent emphasized the importance of addressing the trauma experienced by the community and implementing enhanced security measures.