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Georgia Man Accused of Phishing Pro Athletes in Alleged Sex Trafficking Scheme
Prosecutors say the ex-con posed as an adult film star and Apple support to access athletes’ accounts, then escalated the scheme into coercion and sex trafficking.
Teen Charged in Prank That Killed His High School Teacher Breaks Silence
Jayden Wallace has been charged with vehicular homicide after a prank-gone-wrong resulted in the death of Georgia teacher Jason Hughes.
Football Player Jordan Jones Fatally Shot While Trying to Break Up a Fight Outside Bar
Jones was set to play a season with the Pro Arena Football One League’s Michigan Arsenal this season
Dwight Howard's Home Site of Suicide Threat Call in Weeks Before Divorce, Police Say
Police were reportedly dispatched to Howard's home three times in two weeks, including for a domestic incident and theft.
Sidney Dorsey, Ex-Sheriff Who Ordered Political Rival’s Murder, Dies in Prison at 86
DeKalb County’s first Black sheriff later served a life sentence for ordering the 2000 murder of his political rival.
‘Slutty Vegan’ Founder Aisha ‘Pinky’ Cole Files for Bankruptcy Protection
The plant-based eatery began as a 2018 food truck and eventually scaled to 14 locations, with several closures in recent years.
Lil Poppa Reportedly Crashed His Car Prior to Death From Self-Inflicted Gunshot Wound
The 25-year-old tragically died by suicide on Wednesday morning in Georgia.
Rapper Tone Loc Reportedly Hospitalized After Health Scare, Forced to Miss Mardi Gras Appearance
He has a history of health issues.
Nardo Wick Set for Extradition to Florida After Arrest in Georgia on Fugitive Charge
The fugitive charges were later dismissed; he's now being extradited to Florida in connection to a different warrant.
Lil Jon's Son, Young Slade, Reported Missing in Georgia
"He may be disoriented and in need of assistance," police said.
Georgia Lawmaker Introduces Bill to Make Lemon Pepper the State’s Official Wing Flavor
In the early 1980s, lemon pepper wings began gaining popularity in Atlanta. Now, a Georgia bill aims to make the flavor official.
WNBA Star Angel McCoughtry Lists Georgia Home for $1.2 Million
Listing showcases McCoughtry’s roughly 5,000-square-foot Southern-style residence as she trades Georgia roots for a new production venture in Los Angeles.
Reverend Raphael Warnock Joins HBCU Choirs to Honor Richard Smallwood With ‘Total Praise’
Honoring the Atlanta-born, D.C.-raised composer behind 'Total Praise,' the ceremony highlighted Smallwood’s career, Grammy nods, and influence on pop and gospel.
Georgia Man Arrested After Racist Tirade Against Black Security Guard
The offender, 65-year-old Robert Burke, claimed "free speech" allowed him to use the racial slurs.
Young Thug Gets Seized RICO Property Back After Judge Issues State Order
The Atlanta rapper has been returned cars, guns, and more than $149,000 in cash.
'90 Day Fiancé' Star Chantel Everett Engaged to Ashley Bowen
Chantel Everett is engaged to Ashley Bowen after their relationship blossomed from friendship to romance following her split from Pedro Jimeno.
Man Who Made Millions as 'Atlanta's Top Veneer Specialist' Facing 113-Count Indictment: What to Know
Prosecutors say Brandon Dillard wasn't licensed to practice dentistry.
21 Savage Explains How Atlanta 'Grooms' Children for a Particular Lifestyle
He initially compared the city to "a pedophile" before walking back the comparison.