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Teachers at Atlanta's Cascade Elementary School received a surprise "pop-up shop" filled with $5,000 worth of school supplies on Tuesday, organized by Georgia's Own Credit Union. The initiative aims to alleviate the financial burden teachers face, especially at Title I schools, where they often spend hundreds of dollars on classroom materials.
Quavo and The Rocket Foundation launched a Therapy Support Fund to provide mental health services for families affected by recent gun violence in Atlanta, which injured dozens and killed two. The fund honors victims Deshawn Johnson and Aaron "Coach Ball" Hines and aims to support community organizations addressing trauma from violence.
Traffic on Interstate 85 southbound near Georgia 400 closed for hours following a deadly crash involving two pedestrians late Thursday night. Both pedestrians, aged 51 and 49, died at the scene after being struck by vehicles while attempting to cross the interstate. Authorities are investigating the incident, and both drivers involved are cooperating.
The family of Eva Lay, a 73-year-old woman, has sued Grady Memorial Hospital, alleging that a male nurse sexually assaulted her during her stay, leading to severe mental distress and contributing to her death. The lawsuit claims the hospital failed to implement adequate security measures to protect vulnerable patients, particularly female patients interacting with male staff. Grady has reported the allegation to law enforcement, which is currently investigating.
Four people suffered gunshot wounds at the Flipper Temple Apartments in northwest Atlanta late Wednesday night. Authorities have not apprehended any suspects as they investigate the incident, which marks the city's second mass shooting within a week.
Two teenagers, Joey Nelson and Randall Martin III, died after being struck by lightning in Waresboro, Georgia, during a thunderstorm. The National Weather Service confirmed the incident occurred in an open field near a vehicle. Both teens were members of the Ware County Gators football team, leaving a lasting impact on their community.
Two Beyoncé fans faced last-minute hotel cancellations in Atlanta just days before a sold-out concert, with the Reverb by Hard Rock hotel re-listing their rooms at nearly triple the original price. The hotel cited overbooking as the reason for the cancellations, a practice known as "walking" in the industry. After media coverage, the hotel agreed to reinstate their reservations at a lower rate.
A woman sustained injuries from a shooting at a northwest Atlanta apartment complex during Fourth of July celebrations. The Atlanta Police Department reported the victim was alert and conscious, but details about any arrests remain unclear. The incident disrupted festivities, leaving flattened tents and debris scattered across the grounds.
Metro Atlanta and North Georgia host numerous fireworks celebrations for Independence Day, with events spanning from July 1 to July 4. Free admission is available at many locations, including Wills Park and Roswell Area Park, featuring live music and food trucks. The Atlanta Braves also offer a fireworks show following their game at Truist Park.
The Peachtree Road Race in Atlanta, a Fourth of July tradition, welcomed over 52,000 runners this year, marking its largest turnout since 2019. Kenyan runners Hellen Obiri and Patrick Kiprop claimed the elite titles, while Daniel Romanchuck and Susannah Scaroni dominated the wheelchair divisions. Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens emphasized the significance of the event for community engagement and local pride.