UGA students see safety enhancements after Laken Riley slaying 324e38
Updated: Aug. 14, 2024 at 12:50 PM EDT
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By Jennifer Lifsey and Rebekka Schramm
Fall classes got underway Wednesday at several Georgia colleges, and returning University of Georgia students are noticing safety enhancements.
6 people killed, others seriously injured in massive Coweta County house fire m12x
Updated: Jun. 18, 2024 at 4:20 AM EDT
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By Jennifer Lifsey and Don Shipman
Officials say a house fire Monday morning in Coweta County claimed the lives of at least six people.
6 people, including 3 children, killed in massive house fire 45t5u
Updated: Jun. 17, 2024 at 12:25 PM EDT
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By Jennifer Lifsey and Gray News staff
When fire crews arrived, the home was engulfed in flames.
Another small earthquake reported in metro Atlanta, geological survey confirms 5j2v12
Updated: Jun. 10, 2024 at 3:47 PM EDT
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By Jennifer Lifsey
For the third time in less than a week, a small earthquake was reported in metro Atlanta.
Film crew finds woman’s body under bridge in Atlanta 4xn13
Updated: May 16, 2024 at 8:24 PM EDT
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By Jennifer Lifsey and Jordan Gartner
A film crew found a woman's body on their way to work Thursday morning in Atlanta.
It’s been 50 years since Hank Aaron’s record-breaking 715th homer 3u33s
Updated: Apr. 8, 2024 at 1:21 PM EDT
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By Jennifer Lifsey and Gray News staff
Aaron’s record-breaking home run, hit at the old Atlanta-Fulton County Stadium, gave him 715 for his career, one more than Babe Ruth’s record of 714.
Gov. Kemp remarks on immigration issues, border security after death at UGA 272e3
Updated: Feb. 26, 2024 at 11:13 AM EST
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By Jennifer Lifsey
The tragic killing of a nursing student on the University of Georgia campus is now morphing into a discussion about immigration.
State trooper dies from being hit by a vehicle while investigating a construction worker’s interstate death j66b
Updated: Feb. 20, 2024 at 12:52 PM EST
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By Jennifer Lifsey, Don Shipman and Gray News staff
A Georgia State Patrol trooper has died after he was hit by a vehicle during a death investigation on an Atlanta-area interstate.
Officer dies after medical emergency on the way to work, officials say 5on2h
Updated: Jan. 5, 2024 at 12:15 PM EST
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By Jennifer Lifsey and Gray News staff
Kenya Galloway, 44, served with the department for nearly nine years and was assigned to the Executive Protection Unit.
Services for former first lady Rosalynn Carter begin 3f4f9
Updated: Nov. 27, 2023 at 1:53 PM EST
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By Jennifer Lifsey, Madeline Montgomery, Hope Dean and Gray News staff
The renowned humanitarian died at her home in Plains, Georgia, on Nov. 19 at the age of 96.
Train derails, catches fire in northwest Atlanta 4s5u
Updated: Nov. 17, 2023 at 10:59 AM EST
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By Jennifer Lifsey and Gray News staff
Officials said 1,200 gallons burned off in the fire before firefighters could put the flames out,
UGA freshman dies after falling off cliff in Alabama 48i4v
Updated: Oct. 19, 2023 at 10:35 AM EDT
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By Jennifer Lifsey
A freshman from the University of Georgia fell to her death during a rock climbing accident in Leesburg, Alabama, according to a climbing group she was a member of and UGA.
Two women injured after small plane crashes in Clayton County 2cz1r
Updated: Oct. 11, 2023 at 8:19 AM EDT
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By Jennifer Lifsey
A plane went down overnight in southern Clayton County, sending two women to the hospital.
Fatal shooting of protester at site of Atlanta Public Safety Training Center justified, DA says 311x6v
Updated: Oct. 6, 2023 at 6:22 PM EDT
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By Jennifer Lifsey and Zac Summers
A special prosecutor investigating the fatal shooting of a protester at the future site of the Atlanta Public Safety Training Center in January has determined the lethal force used by GSP troopers was justified.
Powerball jackpot rises to $1.4 billion; 4 in Georgia win $50K each 5d6j1i
Updated: Oct. 5, 2023 at 6:02 AM EDT
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By Jennifer Lifsey
The Powerball jackpot climbed to an estimated $1.4 billion after no players matched all six numbers and hit it big Wednesday night.
School district mourns loss of award-winning teacher killed in crash 4p4154
Updated: Oct. 2, 2023 at 4:30 PM EDT
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By Jennifer Lifsey and Andrew McMunn
Walker County Schools announced the ing of Lori McWhorter on social media.
Here’s how you can send birthday wishes to Jimmy Carter 5c5m28
Updated: Oct. 1, 2023 at 7:47 AM EDT
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By Jennifer Lifsey
The Carter Center invites you to them in wishing him a happy 99th by sharing your own birthday wishes virtually.
1 in Georgia wins $50K in Wednesday’s Powerball drawing 3j1b2e
Updated: Sep. 28, 2023 at 5:44 AM EDT
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By Jennifer Lifsey
Even though no one won the top prize Wednesday night, one lucky player in Georgia won $50,000.
Braves become 3rd MLB team to hit 300 home runs in a season 3r2d20
Updated: Sep. 28, 2023 at 5:15 AM EDT
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By Jennifer Lifsey
The Atlanta Braves are now the third team in MLB history to hit 300 home runs in a season.
Second invasive hornet’s nest in Georgia eradicated, agriculture officials say 3ma6d
Updated: Sep. 20, 2023 at 12:25 PM EDT
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By Jennifer Lifsey and Madeline Montgomery
On Wednesday, Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper announced the discovery and destruction of a second yellow-legged hornet’s nest near Savannah.
Vigil held to victims of Atlanta Race Massacre of 1906 5ld6n
Updated: Sep. 18, 2023 at 5:50 PM EDT
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By Jennifer Lifsey and Bridget Spencer
The Atlanta Race Massacre happened 117 years ago, and activists gathered to ensure the victims are not forgotten.
Police ID man believed responsible for 9-year-old Georgia girl’s slaying more than 50 years ago 725k2s
Updated: Sep. 18, 2023 at 11:34 AM EDT
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By Jennifer Lifsey, Tim Darnell and Adam Murphy
Police said he was identified as a suspect through open source ancestry sites to which law enforcement has access.
First Lady Jill Biden speaks at Emory University about new cancer-fighting technology 6z238
Updated: Sep. 15, 2023 at 7:15 PM EDT
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By Jennifer Lifsey and Doug Reardon
First Lady Jill Biden is speaking Friday at Emory University about a new project that aims to use mRNA technology to train immune systems to fight cancer and other diseases more effectively.
FBI investigating more threats made against Fulton County officials 564e3f
Updated: Sep. 14, 2023 at 8:02 AM EDT
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By Jennifer Lifsey
The FBI says it is investigating threats made against Fulton County officials, including District Attorney Fani Willis.
Georgia high school football coach arrested for allegedly punching player loses certification 6h3763
Updated: Aug. 31, 2023 at 12:41 PM EDT
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By Jennifer Lifsey
A high school football coach in southwest Atlanta has lost his coaching certification after allegedly punching a player.
Driver arrested after doing donuts at busy Atlanta intersection 6p471q
Updated: Aug. 21, 2023 at 8:18 AM EDT
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By Jennifer Lifsey, Madeline Montgomery and Amanda Alvarado
The driver hit several people while trying to drive away from police.
Here’s when Trump, his allies must surrender by in Fulton County 515j2d
Updated: Aug. 16, 2023 at 4:18 AM EDT
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By Jennifer Lifsey and Doug Reardon
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis said former President Donald Trump and 18 others charged alongside him have nearly two weeks to surrender.
Invasive hornet spotted in Georgia for the very first time, officials warn 221v57
Updated: Aug. 15, 2023 at 12:29 PM EDT
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By Bridget Spencer and Jennifer Lifsey
The Georgia Department of Agriculture wants you to be on the lookout for an invasive insect.
Six Flags to host new coaster enthusiast event i4c3o
Updated: Aug. 1, 2023 at 12:20 PM EDT
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By Jennifer Lifsey
Six Flags Over Georgia is hosting a Coaster Fest this month to give thrill seekers and coaster enthusiasts an exclusive experience.
3 siblings killed after vehicle clips car, smashes into tree, catches fire, family says j1q19
Updated: Jul. 31, 2023 at 7:29 PM EDT
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By Jennifer Lifsey and Andrew McMunn
Officials said three of the four victims killed in a fiery crash on Friday were siblings.
4 Georgia players win $10K each in Tuesday’s Mega Millions drawing; jackpot now at $720M 3n644c
Updated: Jul. 19, 2023 at 7:14 AM EDT
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By Jennifer Lifsey
No one won the top prize in Tuesday night’s Mega Millions drawing, but four lucky Georgians won $10,000 each by matching four white ball numbers and the Mega Ball.
Woman’s ex-boyfriend accused of kidnapping her from work, killing her during standoff with police 6sb5r
Updated: Jul. 17, 2023 at 9:33 AM EDT
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By Jennifer Lifsey and Gray News staff
A Georgia woman is dead after police said her ex-boyfriend shot her to death during a police standoff after kidnapping her from her workplace.
New CDC director greets staff on first full day in office 323m2z
Updated: Jul. 11, 2023 at 12:22 PM EDT
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By Rebekka Schramm and Jennifer Lifsey
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention officially has a new leader.
Atlanta airport reporting hundreds of flight delays and cancellations 3u6i2d
Updated: Jun. 26, 2023 at 12:28 PM EDT
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By Jennifer Lifsey
Dozens of flight cancellations and delays are being reported Monday morning at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
Atlanta Jurassic World exhibit reopens after vandalism incident 1u2b5e
Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 12:39 PM EDT
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By Jennifer Lifsey
A dinosaur exhibition linked to the Jurassic Park movie franchise is reopening its Atlanta location after police say people broke in and caused more than $250,000 in damage.
Woman fatally shot while riding in Uber in Atlanta 6n1e1v
Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 5:26 AM EDT
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By Mariya Murrow, Jennifer Lifsey, Miles Montgomery and Gray News staff
Police say more than one gun was fired and more than one vehicle was involved in the incident.
Midtown shooting suspect waives first court appearance g6v4k
Updated: May 4, 2023 at 10:52 AM EDT
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By Jennifer Lifsey
The suspect in Wednesday’s deadly shooting at a medical office in Midtown Atlanta is expected to make his first court appearance Thursday.
Writers Guild goes on strike, threatening Georgia’s film, TV industry 3x61c
Updated: May 2, 2023 at 12:23 PM EDT
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By Bridget Spencer and Jennifer Lifsey
Television and movie writers declared late Monday that they will launch a strike for the first time in 15 years, and that could have a massive ripple effect here in Georgia.
UGA student diagnosed with brain tumor dies following trip to Mexico 6e2k70
Updated: Apr. 26, 2023 at 11:06 AM EDT
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By Jennifer Lifsey
A University of Georgia student who was diagnosed with a brain tumor after a recent trip to Mexico has died, according to a GoFundMe created on behalf of the family.
Protester fatally shot by troopers had gunshot residue on his hands 123b
Updated: Apr. 26, 2023 at 4:27 AM EDT
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By Jennifer Lifsey
The DeKalb County Medical Examiner’s Office has released new findings in its investigation into a protestor who was shot and killed by Georgia State Patrol Troopers at the future site of the Atlanta Public Safety Training Center in January.
Homeowner shot and killed intruder, police say 2t301w
Updated: Mar. 23, 2023 at 1:10 PM EDT
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By Jennifer Lifsey, Madeline Montgomery and Debra Worley
Police say a homeowner in Georgia shot and killed an intruder early Thursday morning.
911 calls appear to place former UGA defensive lineman at scene of deadly crash 104w4u
Updated: Mar. 1, 2023 at 12:04 PM EST
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By Jennifer Lifsey
An arrest warrant has been issued for a former Georgia football player as a result of the ongoing investigation into the Jan. 15 fatal crash that killed a UGA staffer and fellow teammate.
Police: 7-year-old boy slips and falls, has leg run over by school bus 324e4y
Updated: Feb. 1, 2023 at 5:26 PM EST
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By Jennifer Lifsey and Andrew McMunn
Authorities in Georgia said a child is recovering after his leg was run over by a school bus Wednesday morning.
Man charged with Atlanta rapper Takeoff’s death released on $1M bond 5n614t
Updated: Jan. 5, 2023 at 8:32 AM EST
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By Jennifer Lifsey
The man accused of killing Atlanta rapper Takeoff is now out of jail.
Holiday travel being impacted by severe winter weather 3r194k
Updated: Dec. 22, 2022 at 11:43 AM EST
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By Jennifer Lifsey
Extreme winter weather is hitting the U.S. during the busiest holiday travel season. FlightAware was already reporting numerous cancellations and delays Thursday morning, including at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
Collector has over 40 Christmas trees up in her Gwinnett County home 5l2l5n
Updated: Dec. 21, 2022 at 9:30 AM EST
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By Jennifer Lifsey
One metro Atlanta homeowner takes Christmas tree decorating to the extreme.
Fake money used as movie props found circulating in North Georgia 2g271s
Updated: Dec. 19, 2022 at 10:38 AM EST
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By Jennifer Lifsey
Police are sending out a warning after fake money was found circulating in a north Georgia town.
New photo released of possible killer of Gwinnett County officer f4a4b
Updated: Dec. 14, 2022 at 2:25 PM EST
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By Jennifer Lifsey, Rebekka Schramm, Jamarlo Phillips and Zac Summers
Officials say a correctional officer was shot and killed as he arrived for work Tuesday morning at the Gwinnett Correctional Center.
Two $1M Powerball tickets sold in Georgia, still no jackpot winner 5bj6z
Updated: Nov. 3, 2022 at 9:14 AM EDT
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By Jennifer Lifsey
No one is waking up a billionaire Thursday morning, but two people in Georgia are a million dollars richer.
Fulton County judge delays accused spa shooter’s death penalty case 6m31o
Updated: Oct. 6, 2022 at 12:56 PM EDT
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By Rebekka Schramm and Jennifer Lifsey
As we get closer to the two-year anniversary of the Georgia spa shootings, the next step leading up to the trial of the accused shooter is set to take place Thursday morning in a Fulton County courtroom.