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The Atlanta Braves hosted the sixth annual 44 Classic at Truist Park, celebrating the legacy of Henry Hank Aaron while promoting diversity in baseball. The event featured top high school talent from the southeast, aiming to provide exposure and opportunities for minority players.
A student was removed from East Coweta Middle School in Coweta County, Georgia, after making a verbal threat to shoot another student during a class conversation. Principal Chad Kollert informed parents about the incident in a letter, though the specifics of the student's removal were not detailed.
A 14-year-old has been arrested in connection with a shooting that occurred during a football game at South Cobb High School in Cobb County, Georgia. The victim suffered non-life-threatening injuries and is expected to recover. Police are investigating the incident further.
Cobb County police are currently investigating a shooting incident at South Cobb High School in Austell, as confirmed by Cobb County Schools. The situation is ongoing, and further details are expected to emerge as the investigation progresses.
A shooting incident at Emory University's Atlanta campus resulted from a workplace altercation among catering employees, prompting an emergency alert issued to the campus community. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, but the event raised significant concerns among nearby individuals. The police have responded to the situation and are actively searching for the suspect.
A BB gun was discovered at Banneker High School in Fulton County, prompting a hard lockdown on Thursday. The lockdown was lifted once the weapon was secured, and officials have not disclosed further details about the incident.
Atlanta high school students are organizing a walkout at the Georgia Capitol to advocate for stronger gun control laws in response to a recent deadly shooting at Apalachee High School. The protest aims to highlight legislative inaction on gun safety issues in Georgia.
A weapon was discovered at Banneker High School in Fulton County, prompting a hard lockdown of the campus. School officials confirmed the weapon was a BB gun and reported that the situation was quickly resolved with no injuries.
Apalachee High School's marching band performed for the first time since a tragic shooting on September 4, receiving a standing ovation from the audience. The event marked a significant moment for the community as it sought to heal from the recent violence.
Georgia’s House Speaker Jon Burns is set to tackle school violence in the upcoming General Assembly session, emphasizing the need for legislative changes. There is bipartisan support for gun safety storage legislation, highlighting a shared concern for addressing violence in schools.