Makayla Richards
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DeKalb County to distribute 5,000 boxes of Girl Scout cookies and food to residents in need
The event is part of the monthly food distribution program organized by the county to help those who are limited financially or otherwise to access adequate food. → Read More
DeKalb County School District approves Evolve Express security system
The approval of the system was decided at a meeting on Monday. → Read More
20 dogs in need of rescue at Clayton County Animal Control
Animal shelters in Georgia have struggled to keep up with overcrowding and respiratory disease that's keeping dogs sick. → Read More
3 people die in Barrow County house explosion
Additional firefighters had to fight the fire from a defensive position due to the magnitude of the fire and the multiple explosions. → Read More
Local community prays for answers in the disappearance of two beloved friends and fathers
Two weeks since Kenny Gara and Jason Salter disappeared, their families and community remain in distress. A birthday gathering prays for their safe return. → Read More
Kids steal, damage car and ride through Clayton County apartment complex: Police Bodycam
According to the department, six kids between the ages of 12 and 17 were inside the stolen Kia car with a damaged window. → Read More
Graduation plans change in Athens due to Stegeman Coliseum repairs
The ceremonies were relocated due to repairs at Stegeman Coliseum after part of the ceiling fell in on March 2. → Read More
Emory University study shows impact of Georgia's abortion law on women
Researchers said with the new restrictions, many patients won't be able to access safe, legal abortions. → Read More
Rockdale deputies help save premature infant's life after mom delivered baby in jail
Rockdale County Fire and Rescue arrived and were able to get the mother and infant to the Rockdale Piedmont Hospital. → Read More
APD arrest homicide suspect during drug bust
Officers also said they found several car keys, crowbars and "additional tools believed to commit additional burglaries." → Read More
MARTA riders can access Atlanta Streetcar system once agian
The system has been on pause since November for repairs to the streetcars. → Read More
Three metro Atlanta swimmers part of history-making team, featured in Sports Illustrated
Howard University is currently the only HBCU with an active swim team, and this year the student-athletes won their first conference title in 34 years. → Read More
Top producer of insulin to cut price, expand monthly out-of-pocket caps
The law brought forward by McBath went into effect on Jan. 1, capping insulin costs at $35 a month for seniors on Medicare. → Read More
Metro Atlanta makes it easy to shop Black-owned; Here's a list of places to visit
11Alive spent all of February highlighting and showcasing black-owned metro Atlanta businesses. → Read More
Atlanta doctor honored as a 'Health Care Hero' for work during COVID-19
The We Can Do This "Stay Well" movement has been recognized by President Joe Biden, the White House and the media. → Read More
Black-owned contactless grocery store in metro Atlanta is open 24/7
Owners of Nourish + Bloom Market, Jamie and Jilea Hemmings' son, Jabari, who's diagnosed with autism, inspired the idea that has grown into a community staple. → Read More
'Not providing substantial educational benefits'
The district did not say what steps parents would need to take or explain what the compliance issues were at the charter school. → Read More
Senate inquiry launched into abuse and neglect allegations in Georgia's foster care system
Reports and investigations from local media outlets said that children in Georgia's foster care system had been subjected to alleged abuse and neglect. → Read More
Man crashes into school bus with students on board: Douglas County Deputies
The driver ran on foot into the woods but was found shortly later hiding in a shed. → Read More
Man shot, killed outside Decatur Dunkin' Donuts, police say
There's not much information about the shooting, but it happened at 2704 Candler Rd. location. → Read More