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Nick Cannon has made a generous $25,000 donation to the family of the late rapper Rich Homie Quan during a live taping of his show _Wild 'N Out_ in Atlanta. The funds were raised through contributions from the show's fans and venue, demonstrating the community's support for the artist who passed away on September 5.
Parents gathered at Apalachee High School in Barrow County, Georgia, for a prayer vigil ahead of students returning to class after a tragic shooting incident that left four dead. The event aimed to provide support and healing in the wake of recent violence at the school.
Atlanta's Policing Alternatives and Diversion (PAD) program has secured $850,000 in funding to continue providing essential services to the city's unhoused population instead of resorting to criminal charges. The program, which has garnered support from city officials and the community, aims to expand its operational hours to reach more individuals in need.
A man was shot multiple times at the Country Oaks apartments in southwest Atlanta on Monday evening. He was found alert and conscious before being transported to a nearby hospital, where his condition remains undisclosed. The Atlanta Police Department is investigating the incident, but no suspects have been identified.
A locker room fight at East Hall High School in Hall County, Georgia, escalated when a 14-year-old football player stabbed a 16-year-old teammate with scissors. Both players are facing criminal charges, with the 14-year-old charged with aggravated assault. The Hall County School District condemned the violence and stated that it would be addressed accordingly.
Georgia is preparing for the arrival of Hurricane Helene, which is expected to bring heavy rains and strong winds to the state starting Thursday. The storm is forecasted to move through the Florida panhandle and into Georgia, raising concerns about potential impacts on the region.
A fatal shooting occurred on September 23 in southwest Atlanta, resulting in one death and one injury. The incident stemmed from a verbal dispute, and an investigation is currently underway. Authorities are working to gather further details about the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Apalachee High School's open house on Monday offers parents and students the opportunity to tour the school before classes resume, following a tragic shooting incident less than three weeks prior. The Barrow County Sheriff is scheduled to speak at the event, addressing community concerns in light of recent events.
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.
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.