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• Hall County group collects signatures to recall Sheriff Gerald Couch

  31-08-2026 12:18 via cbsnews.com
  
  A group of Hall County volunteers is collecting signatures to recall Sheriff Gerald Couch, arguing that the county’s top law enforcement official should set an example. The effort comes as Couch’s DUI case is delayed while an appeals court considers a dispute over evidence.
  
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• CDC researcher stole $1 million in autism grant money to buy Atlanta home and Harley-Davidson, prosecutors say

  01-09-2026 20:43 via cbsnews.com
  
  After more than 14 years as a fugitive, a Danish researcher has admitted to stealing more than $1 million in federal grant money meant for autism and other public health research.Poul Thorsen, 65, pleaded guilty Monday to wire fraud in federal court in Atlanta, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Northern District of Georgia.Between 2000 and 2009, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention awarded more than $11 million to two Danish government agencies. The grants supported studi
  
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• 24-year-old Atlanta police recruit killed in crash on Moreland Avenue: "A very tough time"

  01-09-2026 20:19 via cbsnews.com
  
  An Atlanta police recruit has died in a crash on Moreland Avenue early Tuesday morning, officials say.According to the Atlanta Police Department, the deadly crash happened shortly before 7:17 a.m. near the intersection of McDonough Boulevard and Moreland Avenue and involved at least one vehicle and a motorcycle.At a press conference, Mayor Andre Dickens and Atlanta Chief of Police Darin Schierbaum said that 24-year-old recruit Moses Russ was involved in the accident while on his way to work. Med
  
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• Search for missing Georgia girl ends with man sentenced to prison for rape, deputies say

  01-09-2026 20:18 via cbsnews.com
  
  A search for a missing juvenile in Walton County ended with a man sentenced to serve decades in Georgia prison, deputies say.Officials with the Carroll County Sheriff's Office say their investigation began on May 24, 2024, when they were contacted by officials in Walton County about a missing girl who may have been near Lamar Moody Park.While deputies weren't able to find her at that time, they sent out an alert to be on the lookout for the girl.The search ended after two travelers from Alabama
  
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• Atlanta police recruit killed in crash on Moreland Avenue: "A very tough time"

  01-09-2026 20:02 via cbsnews.com
  
  An Atlanta police recruit has died in a crash on Moreland Avenue early Tuesday morning, officials say.According to the Atlanta Police Department, the deadly crash happened shortly before 7:17 a.m. near the intersection of McDonough Boulevard and Moreland Avenue and involved at least one vehicle and a motorcycle.At a press conference, Mayor Andre Dickens and Atlanta Chief of Police Darin Schierbaum said that 24-year-old recruit Russ Moses was involved in the accident while on his way to work. Med
  
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• Women from Florida, Georgia accused of sexually abusing, confining 4 children in semi-truck for years

  01-09-2026 19:46 via cbsnews.com
  
  Women from Florida and Georgia are facing criminal charges in the Sunshine State after investigators said four children spent more than six years living in the cab of a semi-truck, where they were sexually abused, beaten and denied basic care.Tamra Marshon Stewart, 37, of Jacksonville and Keysha Monique Epps, 51, of Atlanta, Georgia, were charged in Orange County with sexually battering, molesting and neglecting the four children, Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced.According to in
  
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• High temperatures feeling even hotter across North Georgia as humidity sinks in

  01-09-2026 19:15 via cbsnews.com
  
  We may be getting closer to Labor Day, but that doesn't mean the heat is going around any time soon in Georgia.
  
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• Former Georgia Sam's Club employee found guilty in massive cellphone, identity fraud scam

  01-09-2026 19:02 via cbsnews.com
  
  A former Douglas County Sam's Club employee has been found guilty of an identity fraud scheme involving more than 100 cell phone accounts, officials say.On Aug. 28, a jury found Darlita Lynette McKeever guilty of five counts of theft by taking, two counts of theft by deception, and four counts of identity fraud, the Douglas County District Attorney announced.Prosecutors say that McKeever was arrested on Sept. 24, 2020, after an investigation by local law enforcement and internal Walmart corporat
  
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• Atlanta sends $68 million counteroffer to Fulton County over possible sale of city jail

  01-09-2026 18:45 via cbsnews.com
  
  The city of Atlanta has made a counteroffer to Fulton County in the continued negotiations over the possible purchase of the Atlanta City Detention Center.In August, five Fulton County commissioners sent an offer to Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens and the Atlanta City Council offering to pay $56.5 million for the downtown jail.County leaders pointed to a 2025 broker opinion of value from a commercial real estate firm as well as the renovation cost for the facility, which they estimated would be arou
  
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• Atlanta police searching for persons of interest in deadly shooting of music producer

  01-09-2026 17:57 via cbsnews.com
  
  Police are asking the public's help identifying multiple persons of interest in a deadly shooting at a southwest Atlanta apartment complex.Investigators say the victim and his friend were lured to a location because they thought they were picking up two men for a rap studio session that they were invited to. Instead, it turned into a robbery that left the 33-year-old music producer dead.According to police, officers arrived at the Villages of Castleberry Hill apartments on McDaniel Street around
  
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• Alcohol distributor RNDC closing 2 metro Atlanta facilities, laying off 558 workers after bankruptcy filing

  01-09-2026 17:56 via cbsnews.com
  
  One of the nation's largest wholesale alcohol distributors is closing its Georgia operations and eliminating more than 550 jobs as it winds down under bankruptcy protection.Republic National Distributing Company and affiliated businesses filed four WARN notices covering 558 employees at facilities at 1 National Drive SW in Atlanta and 4300 Wildwood Parkway SE near Marietta.The permanent layoffs are expected to begin Oct. 19 or within the following two weeks. The affected employees will not have
  
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• Mother, teen daughters charged in golf club assault of 14-year-old in Newnan, police say

  01-09-2026 17:28 via cbsnews.com
  
  A Newnan mother and her two teenage daughters are facing criminal charges for an attack that sent a 14-year-old to a metro Atlanta hospital, police say.Authorities with the Newnan Police Department say the situation began on Ball Street on Monday evening with an argument between the teens that turned into a physical assault.Police say they responded to a 911 call around 6:39 p.m. and say they learned that the 14-year-old victim was hit in the head with a golf club.According to investigators, 36-
  
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• Atlanta airport predicts busier Labor Day travel period with 2.3 million passengers

  01-09-2026 16:52 via cbsnews.com
  
  Labor Day travel is expected to bring another surge of passengers to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.About 2.3 million travelers are projected to pass through ATL from Wednesday, Sept. 2, through Wednesday, Sept. 9, according to the airport. Officials said that would be a 1% increase from last year's holiday travel period.Friday, Sept. 4, is expected to be the busiest day, with more than 335,000 passengers passing through the airport.The airport is urging domestic passengers to
  
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• Georgia father among thousands missing after catastrophic flooding in Nepal

  01-09-2026 15:24 via cbsnews.com
  
  A Gwinnett County family is holding on to its faith as it awaits word about a father who is among thousands of people unaccounted for after catastrophic flooding and landslides in Nepal.The humanitarian crisis continues across the Himalayan nation, where the death toll has climbed above 900. More than 4,400 people remain missing, including at least 85 Americans.Among them is Vivek Srivastav of Suwanee, who was on an eight-day religious pilgrimage to Mount Kailash, a site revered in Hindu traditi
  
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• Family of child found at DeKalb County gas station located, police say

  01-09-2026 14:57 via cbsnews.com
  
  DeKalb County police say they have located the family of a young boy found at a gas station Monday afternoon.The child was found around 4:30 p.m. at a gas station in the 1400 block of Bouldercrest Road. Police said he appeared to be about 8 years old and seemed to be nonverbal.DeKalb County police say the boy was found on the 1400 block of Bouldercrest Road on Monday afternoon.DeKalb County Police Department The department initially asked the public for help identifying the child and locating hi
  
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• Brookhaven adding nearly 200 bike racks across city parks and offices

  01-09-2026 14:51 via cbsnews.com
  
  The city of Brookhaven is making it easier for people to ride bicycles to city parks and government offices by installing nearly 200 bike racks.Two racks were recently installed at Lynwood Park. Over the next several months, the city plans to add racks at parks and outside government buildings throughout Brookhaven.Burke Brennan, the city's communications director, said the Brookhaven Bike Alliance requested the racks."The bicycling community has made their needs known, and we're trying to accom
  
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• Atlanta heat index could reach 105 before rain returns this weekend

  01-09-2026 14:37 via cbsnews.com
  
  Metro Atlanta will stay mostly dry as temperatures climb into the mid-90s and the heat index reaches 100 to 105 degrees. Rain chances are expected to increase to 40% during the holiday weekend.
  
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• Brookhaven adding nearly 200 bike racks across the city

  01-09-2026 14:31 via cbsnews.com
  
  Brookhaven plans to install nearly 200 bike racks at parks and government buildings to encourage cycling as a healthy and efficient transportation option. The city will donate its older racks to local schools.
  
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• New tariffs on Canadian goods could mean higher prices, new pressure on Georgia businesses

  01-09-2026 14:19 via cbsnews.com
  
  As new U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods take effect and Canada is expected to respond with tariffs of its own, Georgia businesses and consumers could be particularly exposed to the economic fallout.Canada is Georgia's largest international export market, and a new report from the Georgia Chamber Foundation says more than $13 billion in trade moves annually between Georgia and Canada.The latest tariff fight comes as businesses are already confronting higher costs — some of which ultimately ma
  
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• Fast scooters, crowded paths and recent violence fuel concerns on the Beltline

  01-09-2026 13:14 via cbsnews.com
  
  After several recent acts of violence along the Atlanta Beltline, visitors are discussing how to make the trail safer for the community.People who spoke with CBS News Atlanta said they were disheartened by the violence, including a deadly stabbing two weekends ago and a shooting this past weekend.Although the incidents are not stopping them from enjoying the green space, some visitors said better trail etiquette could make the Beltline safer and more enjoyable for everyone.Allie Berk said she en
  
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• Stockbridge councilwoman barred from deciding Mayor Jayden Williams' future, judge rules

  01-09-2026 12:55 via cbsnews.com
  
  A judge ruled Monday that Stockbridge Councilwoman LaKeisha Gantt cannot participate in the City Council's decision on Mayor Jayden Williams' future in office."There was an email that was clearly a threat," Judge Gino Brogdon Sr. said.The ruling came ahead of a Sept. 12 hearing, when the City Council is expected to release the results of an independent investigation into Williams. The allegations include misuse of a city-issued purchasing card and sexual misconduct. Williams has denied wrongdoin
  
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• Georgia Tech, Kennesaw State prepare for college football openers

  01-09-2026 12:37 via cbsnews.com
  
  Georgia Tech prepares to host Deion Sanders and Colorado as quarterback Alberto Mendoza makes his debut, while Kennesaw State opens its season against West Georgia. Buford softball also improved to 8-0 with a 13-1 win over Jackson County.
  
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• Judge removes Stockbridge councilwoman from vote on mayor’s future

  01-09-2026 12:32 via cbsnews.com
  
  A Henry County judge ruled Councilwoman LaKeisha Gantt cannot help decide whether Stockbridge Mayor Jayden Williams remains in office, citing an email he described as a threat. Gantt will not appeal the decision. Williams has denied allegations of financial and sexual misconduct.
  
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• Nurse testifies in former East Point officer Richard Goodin’s retrial

  01-09-2026 12:29 via cbsnews.com
  
  A retired nurse testified that Richard Goodin appeared agitated and refused to leave a hospital while a 15-year-old alleged victim underwent a rape kit examination. Goodin faces charges including aggravated sexual battery and child molestation after his first trial ended in a partial mistrial.
  
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• How safe is the Atlanta Beltline? Visitors share concerns and solutions

  01-09-2026 12:25 via cbsnews.com
  
  People on the Atlanta Beltline discuss safety concerns following recent violence and call for slower scooters, better trail etiquette and stronger enforcement.
  
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• Atlanta music producer turns talents toward making educational content for kids in his community

  01-09-2026 01:10 via cbsnews.com
  
  A music producer and artist from Atlanta is taking his talents in a new direction: Nosakhere Andrew is making educational content for kids in the community. The 32-year-old Andrew, better known as Mr. 2-17, said his artistry recently advanced to a higher level almost by accident after he remixed songs related to children's entertainer Ms. Rachel."The way I ended up doing children's music is really kind of funny, and I was remixing Ms. Rachel's songs," Andrew explained. "It went so viral that Ms.
  
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• Missing 40-year-old man last seen walking on highway in Fannin County found safe, police say

  01-09-2026 00:54 via cbsnews.com
  
  The search for a missing 40-year-old Georgia man has ended in good news after officials say he was found safe.The Fannin County Emergency Management Agency sent out an audio alert for 40-year-old James Hammond over the weekend. Since then, other agencies in multiple counties have joined the search for Hammond.James Hammond was last seen on Friday, Fannin County officials say.Fannin County Emergency Management Agency According to Fannin County officials, Hammond was traveling with family members
  
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• Police trying to identify possibly nonverbal young boy found in DeKalb County

  01-09-2026 00:50 via cbsnews.com
  
  DeKalb County police are asking the public for help identifying a child found on Monday afternoon.Police say the boy appears to be around 8 years old and seems to be nonverbal.According to police, the boy was found at around 4:30 p.m. at a gas station on the 1400 block of Bouldercrest Road.DeKalb County police say the boy was found on the 1400 block of Bouldercrest Road on Monday afternoon.DeKalb County Police Department Authorities are asking anyone with information about who the child is or wh
  
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• Buford softball aims to continue undefeated start

  01-09-2026 00:27 via cbsnews.com
  
  The Buford High School softball team went undefeated last season and won the state and national championship. Now the Lady Wolves hoping to keep their streak going with a game against Jackson County.
  
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• How the new Canada tariffs could impact Georgians

  01-09-2026 00:07 via cbsnews.com
  
  As new U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods take effect, and with Canada expected to respond with tariffs of its own, it could be a potential hit to Georgia businesses and consumers.
  
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