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crime8 days ago•5 min saved

911 Audio Reveals Frantic Plea as NFL Star's Brother Is Accused in Mother's Murder

Frantic 911 audio released after 71-year-old Nateal Campbell was found dead in a Buckhead, Atlanta home shows Calais Campbell’s siblings pleading for a welfare check when they couldn’t reach their mother; authorities say her son, 41-year-old Ciarre Campbell, who has schizophrenia, barricaded himself inside and is charged with Felony Murder, Murder, Aggravated Assault, and Possession of a Knife During the Commission of a Felony. Neighbors had seen him driving Nateal’s car, and police notes reported previous calls to the residence over the past nine months for concerns about Ciarre’s behavior, including fights and fires; Calais Campbell is not alleged to be involved in the crime.

via New York Post|

#911-call #atlanta #calais-campbell

us-news9 days ago•377 min saved

Ravens Star Calais Campbell Faces Family Tragedy as Mother Found Dead; Brother Charged

Atlanta police say Calais Campbell’s mother was found dead in a home after a welfare check, and his brother Ciarre Campbell was detained on two murder counts along with aggravated assault and weapon charges; investigators say the circumstances of the death are ongoing, and the Ravens issued condolences while asking for privacy.

via NBC News|

#atlanta #calais-campbell #ciarre-campbell

crime10 days ago•4 min saved

Brother of Calais Campbell Charged in Atlanta Mother's Death

Ciarre Campbell, 41, the brother of NFL star Calais Campbell, has been charged with murder, aggravated assault and possession of a firearm or knife in the death of their mother, Nateal Campbell. Nateal's body was found at a Buckhead home in Atlanta after a welfare check; investigators note possible mental health issues. The Campbell family released a statement of grief and privacy, and Ciarre is being defended by attorney Jay Abt who says he is innocent and looks forward to his day in court.

via CBS Sports|

#atlanta #calais-campbell #ciarre-campbell

us-news10 days ago•25 min saved

Mother of Ravens star Calais Campbell found dead; brother charged with murder in Buckhead, Atlanta

Police found Nateal Campbell, 71, dead inside her Buckhead townhouse in Atlanta as her son Ciarre Campbell, 41, was arrested on murder, aggravated assault and firearms charges; officers detained a male inside the home after a welfare check. Investigators have warrants for the residence, clothing and DNA. Calais Campbell, the Ravens defensive end, has public ties to the Charles Richard Campbell Foundation, started with his mother and seven siblings and named for his late father.

via New York Post|

#atlanta #buckhead #calais-campbell

sports10 days ago•4 min saved

Ravens star Calais Campbell’s brother charged in his mother's death

Ciarre Campbell, brother of Ravens defensive end Calais Campbell, has been charged with murder, aggravated assault, and possession of a firearm or knife in the death of their mother, Nateal Campbell, with Atlanta police confirming a welfare check that found her body; authorities noted prior calls to the home, and the Campbell family released a statement expressing grief and asking for privacy.

via NBC Sports|

#atlanta #calais-campbell #ciarre-campbell

crime17 days ago•3 min saved

Atlanta Radio Host Big Tigger Arrested on Battery and Child-Cruelty Charges

Darian Morgan, aka Big Tigger, was arrested in Sandy Springs, Georgia on battery and cruelty-to-children charges after an alleged domestic incident with his wife that left her with a deep facial cut; the confrontation occurred as their 13-year-old son was home and was captured on their home security system. He was released on a $10,000 bond while prosecutors continue the investigation.

via WSB-TV|

#atlanta #battery #big-tigger

world17 days ago•7 min saved

Atlanta Earns High Marks from World Cup Fans for Transit and Vibe

World Cup visitors to Atlanta largely praised MARTA for being user-friendly with clear labeling and reliable trains (five-minute headways were noted), while staff presence helped manage large crowds; Five Points renovations created some navigation challenges but staff and volunteers helped. Visitors used micromobility like scooters and bikes, and downtown public spaces around Centennial Olympic Park and the FIFA Fan Festival buzzed with energy, with about 250,000 attendees in 10 days. Many praised Atlantans’ hospitality and even the city’s food scene (a Waffle House reference stood out), though a few noted navigation quirks and parking costs as minor drawbacks.

via Urbanize Atlanta|

#atlanta #marta #public-transit

real-estate23 days ago•12 min saved

Atlanta Family’s $600K Home Hunt: Space to Grow in a City on the Move

With about $600,000 to spend, Kare and Scott Beckett hunted for a three-bedroom, two-bath home around Atlanta, weighing options in Brookhaven/Decatur and west-side neighborhoods. Guided by a patient realtor and aided by couple’s therapy to stay aligned, they considered several options—the updated Northlake four-bedroom at about $655,000, the mural-covered Westview house around $499,000, and a Midway Woods one-story near Decatur at roughly $649,000—balancing commute, school proximity, and a kitchen and space they could grow into as their family expanded.

via The New York Times|

#atlanta #budget #family

health28 days ago•6 min saved

Atlanta braces for World Cup crowds—and a public health test

As Atlanta hosts eight World Cup matches and a fan festival, public health officials warn of a mass-mixing event that could spark disease outbreaks, from measles to other infections, necessitating intensified surveillance, vaccination efforts, and coordinated response with CDC support amid ongoing staffing strains in public health.

via Georgia Public Broadcasting|

#atlanta #cdc #health

opinion29 days ago•6 min saved

Atlanta’s World Cup Dream Faces a Price-Tag Reality

Sports columnist Ken Sugiura says Atlanta hosting the World Cup could boost the city but is hampered by FIFA’s steep ticket prices and travel/visa costs, which may limit international attendance and local participation, despite a free fan festival and hopeful forecasts of strong turnout for eight games and a semifinal.

via Atlanta Journal-Constitution|

#atlanta #economy #opinion

events1 month ago•16 min saved

Warhammer Open Series expands to Kraków, Atlanta, and Palm Springs

Warhammer announces three Warhammer Open events: Kraków (Sept 11–13, 2026) featuring tournaments in Warhammer 40,000, Warhammer Age of Sigmar, and Kill Team, plus painting classes and event-exclusive miniatures; Atlanta (Nov 20–23, 2026) as the final official qualifier before the World Championships plus the Grand Narrative at the Hyatt Regency Atlanta; Palm Springs (Jan 15–17, 2027) as the first Open of 2027 with painting classes and Hobby Challenge. Tickets go on sale at 7pm UK time on 12 June; Edmonton still hosting tournaments; this brings 2026 Opens to nine.

via Warhammer Community|

#atlanta #events #grand-narrative

entertainment1 month ago•2 min saved

Peabo Bryson in Medical Care After Stroke, Family Requests Privacy

Two-time Grammy-winning singer Peabo Bryson is under medical care after suffering a stroke, according to a representative. No additional details about his condition have been released, and the family has asked for privacy as he receives treatment. Bryson, famed for Disney duets like Beauty and the Beast and A Whole New World, has deep ties to Atlanta's music scene, and CBS News Atlanta sends well wishes during his recovery.

via CBS News|

#atlanta #entertainment #health

weather1 month ago•181 min saved

Storms and drought converge to trigger mass fish die-off on the Chattahoochee River near Atlanta

A massive die-off of thousands of fish along a 20-mile stretch of the Chattahoochee River west of Atlanta followed a severe thunderstorm that dumped heavy rain. City officials say drought left the river low and warm, limiting its ability to absorb the stormwater heat and nutrients, while Chattahoochee Riverkeeper and the City of Atlanta are investigating the role of stormwater and potential sewage discharges. Preliminary data suggests the tunnel system operated within permits, but tests are ongoing as investigators look into contributing factors and water quality impacts.

via CNN|

#atlanta #chattahoochee-river #drought

local1 month ago•2 min saved

Midtown Atlanta’s gutted 20-story high-rise flagged unsafe by city inspectors

City inspectors say the abandoned 20-story building at 1155 Peachtree Street NE is unsafe, with the structure substantially gutted and three unsecured gaps in the perimeter, plus two covered walkways featuring uneven, displaced paver sections that create trip hazards. Permits for the site expired in October 2025, and the hazards must be addressed promptly. Mayor Andre Dickens warned owners to follow the law and indicated the issue could lead to litigation as authorities pursue remediation.

via FOX 5 Atlanta|

#abandoned-building #atlanta #construction-site

crime1 month ago•1 min saved

Downtown Atlanta shooting leaves four wounded as investigators probe motive

Four people were shot in downtown Atlanta, with two victims found on Forsyth Street, a third near the Greyhound Bus Station, and a fourth arriving at a hospital later; all victims are stable, ages and identities haven't been released, and police have not identified suspects or a motive.

via WSB-TV|

#atlanta #crime #forsyth-street