Active shooter reported at a university in Atlanta
Authorities are currently responding to a situation at Emory University in Atlanta after reports of an active shooter surfaced on Friday afternoon. A representative from Grady Hospital indicated to the media that at least one police officer was transported to Emory University Hospital. Students on campus have been advised to steer clear of the Emory […]
Synovus merger may help Atlanta but poses questions for the bank’s home community
Synovus and Pinnacle Merger: New Headquarters in Atlanta The recent merger between Synovus Financial Corp., based in Columbus, and Pinnacle Financial Partners, located in Nashville, is making waves in the banking sector. This $8.6 billion deal not only brings together two significant players in the Southeast but also raises questions about the future growth of […]
Fan’s scream about a bug caused a stampede after ‘Cowboy Carter’ concert in Atlanta, sending 11 to the hospital
Following Beyoncé’s recent “Cowboy Carter” concert in Atlanta, a stampede led to chaos, resulting in the hospitalization of 11 individuals, including a young girl who was frightened by the commotion. Authorities reported that panic ensued shortly after midnight as fans exited the nearby Mercedes-Benz Stadium. According to various sources, a video captured the distressing scene […]
Dave Roberts of the Dodgers changes his stance on the Atlanta All-Star Game after considering a boycott
MLB All-Star Game Returns to Atlanta The MLB All-Star Game was relocated from Atlanta to Denver in 2021 due to Georgia’s voting legislation, which then-President Joe Biden labeled as “steroid Jim Crow.” At that time, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts mentioned he considered stepping down to take control of the game if it had not been […]
Governor Kemp: MLB made the correct choice by returning the All-Star Game to Atlanta
MLB All-Star Game Returns to Atlanta After Controversial Move The 2025 MLB All-Star Game is making its way back to Atlanta, four years after Major League Baseball relocated the event due to a Republican-backed election integrity law in Georgia. That move had sparked a lot of discussions and pulled several events from the state. Now, […]
Big Boi’s uncle Remoin Patton shot and killed in road rage incident in Atlanta
The uncle of one of the famed members of the hip-hop group Outkast was involved in a tragic Road Rage incident that led to his death on the streets of Atlanta last month. Remoin Patton, 62, was discovered deceased by police in the 200 block of Joseph E. Lowery Blvd NW around 5:30 PM on […]
Delta Airlines removes 100 planes from operation at Atlanta airport due to hail damage from a thunderstorm.
Severe Thunderstorm Disrupts Travel in Southeast On Friday evening, a severe thunderstorm created significant travel disruptions across the southeastern United States, leading to flash floods and delays in Atlanta, which is home to the nation’s busiest airport. Delta Air Lines, based in Atlanta, reported that the storm struck just before 8 p.m., bringing heavy rain […]
Woman in a coma in Atlanta gives birth to a baby boy named Chance: ‘He’s just fighting’
A pregnant woman, who had been declared brain dead since February, gave birth to a baby boy early on June 13 at an Atlanta hospital after spending months on life support due to Georgia’s strict abortion laws. Adriana Smith, a 31-year-old nurse, delivered the premature baby, weighing just 13 ounces, via C-section. He is currently […]
Metro Atlanta couple claims they were scammed out of $800,000 in cryptocurrency.
The couple has reported their situation to both the Gwinnett County Police Department and the FBI. Gwinnett County, Georgia – A couple in Gwinnett County is grappling with the aftermath of losing $800,000 from their retirement savings due to cryptocurrency fraud. They are now aiming to help others avoid falling victim to similar scams. Jerry […]
Atlanta rapper Silentó receives 30-year sentence after admitting to his cousin’s murder
Silentó Sentenced for Manslaughter Silentó, the Atlanta rapper famous for his hit “Watch Me (Whip/Nae Nae),” has been convicted of voluntary manslaughter along with other charges linked to the shooting death of his cousin in 2021. At just 27 years old, he faces a 30-year prison term, according to DeKalb County District Attorney Shelley Boston. […]