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Yahoo
13-06-2025
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Massive police presence at DeKalb County apartment complex
A large number of police units have responded to an apartment complex in DeKalb County on Friday afternoon. Officers were called to an apartment complex on Columbia Drive just off Interstate 20 around 3 p.m. on Friday. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] NewsChopper 2 flew over the complex and saw nearly a dozen police units and one of the buildings sectioned off with police tape. A SUV also appears to have hopped onto the curb in the parking lot. Police have not yet confirmed what led to the response. Get the latest details on Channel 2 Action News starting at 4:00 p.m. TRENDING STORIES: 12-year-old killed in Atlanta shooting identified 10 charged with stealing more than $6M in electronics as part of porch pirate ring Man found guilty of killing Gwinnett County father at baby shower learns his fate [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Yahoo
09-06-2025
- Yahoo
Final defendant in YSL case pleads guilty
The remaining defendant in the sweeping Young Slime Life gang RICO case pleaded guilty Monday to multiple charges. Christian Eppinger, also known as Big Bhris, entered into a non-negotiated plea that will not add prison time to what he was serving. He was sentenced to 75 years, with 40 to serve concurrently with his previous 45-year sentence. The charges stemmed from a number of crimes that occurred between 2016-22, including the attempted murder of APD Officer David Rodgers. Prosecutors said Eppinger shot Rodgers six times in 2022. Channel 2's Michael Seiden will have more on Channel 2 Action News at Noon. RELATED STORIES: Fulton County prosecutors ask to have Young Thug's probation revoked Prosecution rests after nearly year-long case against YSL YSL RICO jury returns to hear testimony after 2 remaining co-defendants refused plea offers Young Thug released from Fulton County Jail after non-negotiated plea in YSL trial Last public defender in YSL trial moves to withdraw as counsel, says she can't earn 'livable wage' [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Yahoo
05-06-2025
- Yahoo
Man tries to carjack 2 victims, police say. Then a good Samaritan jumped in to help
Marietta police have arrested a man they say tried to carjack not one, but two victims. One of the victims had her child in the backseat. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] The attempted carjackings happened Monday night on Franklin Gateway in Marietta. Police said the suspect, Rico Riley, watched the first victim enter a gas station. When she walked out to her car, police said Riley tried to steal her car. There was a struggle for about one minute before a good Samaritan jumped in to help. Police said Rico took off and tried to steal another car near the gas station. Investigators said a child was in the back seat during the second attempted carjacking. The Good Samaritan ran after him and held him until police arrived. We're speaking with the man who helped both victims, LIVE on Channel 2 Action News at 4:00 p.m. TRENDING STORIES: Case of mistaken identity ends with young mother killed in alleged Atlanta gang shooting Dashcam video shows suspect lead GA deputies on 115 mph chase 'That's problematic:' Woman accused of taking money from homeowners instead of cutting down trees [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Yahoo
04-06-2025
- Climate
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First Alert Weather: On-and-off showers and storms continue
Scattered showers and storms will continue into Wednesday evening, with a few lingering showers overnight. Here's what the First Alert Weather Team said we can expect: Rain will be briefly heavy in spots. On-and-off showers and storms again Thursday with some heavy rain at times. Storms will become more isolated for Friday and Saturday leading to more sun, and therefore, hotter temperatures with highs in the 90s. Afternoon storms will increase some Sunday afternoon. [DOWNLOAD: Free Action News Jax app for alerts as news breaks] TROPICS: The weak area of low pressure that will develop north/northeast of Jacksonville is not expected to become tropical. Still monitoring Gulf &/or Western Caribbean for possible long range development but nothin' cookin' right now. Always more: 'Talking the Tropics With Mike.' [SIGN UP: Action News Jax Daily Headlines Newsletter] TONIGHT: A few evening thunderstorms, otherwise scattered showers. Low: 72 THURSDAY: Mostly cloudy with on-and-off showers and thunderstorms. High: 87 THURSDAY NIGHT: An evening shower/storm. Low: 72 FRIDAY: Hot … partly sunny with an isolated afternoon thunderstorm. High: 94 SATURDAY: Partly sunny with an isolated afternoon thunderstorm. 71/93 SUNDAY: Partly cloudy, a few afternoon thunderstorms. 72/94 MONDAY: Partly cloudy with scattered afternoon thunderstorms. 73/91 TUESDAY: Partly sunny with scattered afternoon showers/thunderstorms. 73/91 WEDNESDAY: Partly cloudy with scattered afternoon showers/storms. 72/92 Click here to download the free Action News Jax news and weather apps, click here to download the Action News Jax Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Action News Jax live.
Yahoo
02-06-2025
- Business
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Georgia Tech athletic director J Batt accepts job at Michigan State
Georgia Tech Vice President and Director of Athletics J Batt has accepted a position with Michigan State University. The schools confirmed on Monday that Batt will serve as vice president and director of Intercollegiate Athletics in Lansing. Advertisement [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] Georgia Tech says it will begin a national search for its next athletic director. 'J has made a remarkable impact in a short time,' said Georgia Tech President Ángel Cabrera. 'His vision and leadership elevated our athletics program — on the field, in the classroom, and across the national landscape. From fundraising and facilities to academic and competitive success, his legacy will be felt for years to come.' This is a developing story. We'll have the latest reaction on Channel 2 Action News. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
