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Georgia Powerball numbers for Wednesday, April 24
ATLANTA — There's another chance to win the Powerball jackpot after no one walked away a winner on Wednesday night. The winning numbers in the Powerball drawing on Wednesday night, April 24, were 2, 20, 22, 26 and 47, with a red "Powerball" number of 21. The "Power Play" multiplier in effect was 4x.
Federal money being given to Atlanta hospital NICU unit to upgrade equipment | Here's where
ATLANTA — Resources are being given to help strengthen healthcare for newborn babies in metro Atlanta. U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff announced on Wednesday that he is delivering federal money to upgrade Emory University Hospital Midtown's Neonatal Intensive Care Unit with new equipment. The NICU is designed for infants who need more care and medical attention.
Taxi drivers fight against deregulation at Atlanta airport during city council committee meeting
ATLANTA — Taxi drivers once again packed a City of Atlanta meeting hoping to prevent the deregulation of their industry. The Atlanta City Council is considering legislation that would decrease many of the restrictions for taxis at the airport, but the large group said they believe it will hurt more than it helps.
Mayor Dickens looking into housing situation for former Forest Cove residents
ATLANTA — After residents complained about "deplorable" conditions in their new apartments after moving out of the condemned Forest Cove apartments, Mayor Andre Dickens said the city is looking into it. "The pain, the trauma, being relocated,” said one former Forest Cover resident at Tuesday's Community Development and Human...
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. These are resources to help tackle the issue
ATLANTA — There were more than 126,000 reports of maltreatment against Georgia children during fiscal year 2023, according to child welfare data provided by the state's Department of Human Services. The maltreatment allegations included everything from child endangerment, emotional abuse, physical abuse, sex trafficking, sexual abuse, and more than 108,000 intake calls about neglect.
Parents get into argument escalating to deadly shooting at apartment complex near Atlanta University Center, police say
ATLANTA — A man was shot and killed at an apartment complex near the Clark Atlanta University campus on Wednesday evening, police said. According to police, officers responded right before 6:30 p.m. to 152 Vine Street SW, the location of The Vine at Ashley Scholars Landing apartment complex, in reference to a person shot. When they arrived, they found a 47-year-old man with a gunshot wound dead at the scene.
Man arrested after allegedly leading deputies on chase ending in two crashes near Atlanta airport, Clayton County sheriff says
CLAYTON COUNTY, Ga. — A man is facing over 20 charges after leading Clayton County Sheriff's deputies on a pursuit that ended in two different crashes. The Clayton County Sheriff's Office said that the incident stems from two traffic stops that happened days ago involving the same license plate number. According to a release, the first stop was initiated on Saturday, and it involved a Gold Toyota Avalon, where the vehicle sped away. The second happened the following day, and the car left the scene.
3 lanes closed on Satellite Blvd in Gwinnett County due to gas leak, police say
GWINNETT COUNTY, Ga. — A gas leak in Gwinnett County has prompted lane closures during rush hour on Wednesday, police said. According to the Gwinnett County Police Department, three lanes of Satellite Boulevard northbound just north of Beaver Ruin Road are shut down because of a gas leak. It's...
Man found dead lying in grass after shooting, DeKalb County Police say
DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. — A man was found shot to death in DeKalb County on Wednesday afternoon, police said. According to the DeKalb County Police Department, officers went to the 1400 block of Diamond Key in reference to a person shot shortly before 2:30 p.m. When they got there, they found a 34-year-old man who was dead and lying in a grass area.
Voters to decide on proposed city of Mulberry in May | What supporters, critics have to say
GWINNETT COUNTY, Ga. — People living in a booming part of Gwinnett County will soon have the chance to decide if they would like to become a city. Voters living in the proposed city of Mulberry will have a chance to cast their ballots and decide whether to make it a reality.
Mayor Dickens raises cost concern for streetcar project on BeltLine
ATLANTA — Mayor Andre Dickens sounded a note of caution Wednesday about building a new streetcar line on the Atlanta BeltLine. "Why don’t we sit down and do some calculations?" asked Dickens, who holds a chemical engineering degree from Georgia Tech. The BeltLine is a popular playground for...
New upgrades at Emory Hillandale Hospital in DeKalb County following AMC closure
ATLANTA — When Wellstar Atlanta Medical Center closed its doors, it left a gap in the healthcare system for the metro Atlanta community. Now, a multi-million dollar investment will improve healthcare access in the area. On Wednesday, federal and local leaders at Emory Hillandale Hospital in Stonecrest toured the...
Gov. Kemp officially signs Squatter Reform Act into law | Here's when it will take effect
ATLANTA — A bill that would give property owners more rights who are dealing with squatters has reached its final hurdles after Gov. Kemp signed the act into law on Wednesday. The Squatter Reform Act would give property owners more rights to evict those who have illegally taken possession...
Lawrenceville small Christian bookstore owner gets special surprise with appearance on Jennifer Hudson Show
LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. — It started off as a letter to the Jennifer Hudson Show to share her own story of being a small Black business owner in metro Atlanta, but on Wednesday, the Christian bookstore owner would soon get a special surprise. As Ms. Ojay Jones, who owns Rejoice...
Roadway reopens on Lavista Road following demolition of building gutted by flames in 2023
ATLANTA — Months after a devastating fire gutted an apartment complex -- prompting road closures in the midst of destruction -- the road is now reopened. According to the Atlanta Department of Transportation, all lanes along Lavista Road NE from Citadel Drive NE to Cheshire Bridge Road NE are now open to traffic.
BeltLine announces faster timetable for completing Southside Trail in time for 2026 World Cup
ATLANTA — A faster timetable was announced Wednesday for completing the BeltLine's Southside Trail in time for the 2026 World Cup. According to a release by Atlanta BeltLine, Inc., Segments 2 and 3 of the trail were originally set to be finished in June 2026 and will now be "fast-tracked for construction and will be open within the first three months of 2026."
Two Georgia college campuses are among the prettiest in America, magazine says
ATLANTA — Choosing a college should be about education, but aesthetics are also an important factor in making the right choice. Does the campus offer beautiful architecture or boast amazing views? Those are questions a prospective student may ask before taking the big leap to a post-secondary institution. To...
GBI: Inmate shot and killed after pepper spraying officers in Washington County emergency room
SANDERSVILLE, Ga. — An Washington State Prison inmate is dead after being shot by a prison guard in Sandersville, according to a press release from the GBI. They say on Tuesday around 8:45 p.m. police got a 911 call about a shooting at Washington County Regional Medical Center in Sandersville.
Proposed 'FutureVerse' museum could bring 1 million people to downtown Atlanta, backers say
ATLANTA — Imagine a museum that showcases the future of space travel, the marvels of the human body, advancements in robotics, and innovations in agriculture. This is the vision for a $100 million museum planned for Downtown Atlanta called FutureVerse. Leaders at Georgia Tech, Emory University, and the University...
Funeral arrangements announced for Atlanta hip-hop pioneer Rico Wade
ATLANTA — Funeral arrangements have been announced for Atlanta hip-hop pioneer and legend Rico Wade. A private service for family and friends will be held on Friday, Apr. 26, at Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta, located at 101 Jackson Street NE. The service is slated to begin at 11 a.m.
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