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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.
Cobb County Police Department has established a new unit aimed at addressing non-violent emergencies, consisting of non-sworn officers who will wear uniforms and body cameras. This initiative is designed to allow sworn officers to focus on more serious crimes, thereby enhancing community safety. Police Chief Stuart VanHoozer emphasized that this unit will help reduce incidents of gun violence and property crimes.
A disabled veteran in Atlanta is facing eviction from his apartment due to necessary repairs, leaving him uncertain about where to live next. Robert Weems, living on a fixed income, expressed concerns about the affordability of a similar unit offered by the property managers, who cite financial constraints. This situation highlights the challenges faced by low-income residents in maintaining stable housing in a city with rising rental costs.
Gwinnett County has acquired the Macy’s department store at the Gwinnett Place Mall for $16.5 million, marking the end of the mall's last anchor store. The store will close its doors next year as part of a broader trend of Macy's closures across the country.
A significant discovery of over 2.34 billion metric tons of rare earth materials in Wyoming could transform the technological landscape, particularly in artificial intelligence (AI) development. This find is being compared to the California Gold Rush and is expected to create immense economic opportunities, potentially reaching $80 trillion by 2030. With AI's reliance on these materials, the implications for future growth are substantial.
Fulton County is set to honor the late rapper Rich Homie Quan by declaring September 19, 2024, as "Rich Homie Quan Remembrance Day." This proclamation follows a similar recognition made by the Atlanta City Council on the day of the rapper's funeral. Rich Homie Quan, known for his significant contributions to trap music, passed away at the age of 34.
A former DeKalb County teacher and coach, Marcus Skeen, has been indicted for allegedly engaging in sexual contact with a student. The indictment follows his arrest in March 2022, which was initially reported by Channel 2 Action News. The case has raised serious concerns regarding the safety and conduct of educators in the region.
Vice President Kamala Harris is set to return to Atlanta this week to discuss abortion rights, highlighting the tragic stories of two Georgia women who reportedly died due to complications from abortion pills. This visit underscores the ongoing debate around abortion laws in Georgia and their implications for women's health.
A man was shot in the face outside a gas station in DeKalb County during an argument that escalated to gunfire. The incident occurred overnight at the intersection of Columbia Drive and Memorial Drive, leaving one person injured. Witnesses reported that the shooting took place in the Chevron parking lot.
Sean 'Diddy' Combs was denied bail for the second time following a sex trafficking indictment, with a judge stating that there is a significant risk of witness tampering. Combs, who pleaded not guilty, faces serious accusations involving the exploitation of victims in drug-induced sexual performances.