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Apalachee Verdict?

Apalachee shooter’s father faces sentencing at hearing starting Thursday

In March, a jury from neighboring Hall County found Colin Gray guilty of second-degree murder, among other charges. His sentencing hearing is Thursday.

Constitution lakes park shooting
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15-year-old arrested after men found dead near Doll’s Head Trail in DeKalb

A 15-year-old has been arrested after two men were found fatally shot at a DeKalb County park last week, authorities said.

Colt Gray’s sentencing day 3

Apalachee High School shooter gets life without parole

“You wrote, ‘I want to make history. I want people to remember the pain I caused.’ And there you succeed,” the judge said when delivering Colt Gray’s sentence.

Georgia News
American alligator baby

Dwindling daylight tells Georgia’s wild creatures to prepare for fall

Here’s a small sample of what’s happening with Georgia’s wildlife as we head into August.

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DeKalb judge can stay on cases after DA alleges ‘bias,’ fellow judge rules

DeKalb County District Attorney Sherry Boston has lost her bid to remove a judge from more than 400 criminal cases and other matters involving her office.

Atlanta smog

Canadian wildfire smoke sends light haze over Georgia skies

Atlanta's air quality reading is 'moderate' Friday as Canadian wildfires bring a light haze to North and central Georgia.

Crime & Public Safety
Family and friends gather for a celebration of life for Tianah Robinson at Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta on April 18, 2026. Robinson, 16, was killed during a shooting at Piedmont Park following 404 Day celebrations. (Ben Gray for the AJC)

Arrest made months after teen’s death at Piedmont Park on 404 Day

Nearly four months after a 16-year-old girl was fatally shot at Piedmont Park following 404 Day festivities, Atlanta police announced an arrest connected to the case.

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DeKalb judge can stay on cases after DA alleges ‘bias,’ fellow judge rules

DeKalb County District Attorney Sherry Boston has lost her bid to remove a judge from more than 400 criminal cases and other matters involving her office.

Bike lanes on Cherokee Street

New traffic pattern? Bike barriers elevate safety, and some drivers’ tires

Protected bike lane barriers on Atlanta's Cherokee Avenue have been struck at least three times, while advocates say the design improves cyclist safety.

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Interstate 285

Rainy forecast postpones this weekend’s I-285 closure

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What’s new in Georgia schools? Screen time limits, tuition hike and more.