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Back-to-back hit-and-runs in Midtown spark growing safety concerns

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5 months ago

March 20, 2025

www.youtube.com – 11Alive – 2025-03-20 22:12:43

SUMMARY: Two recent hit-and-runs in Midtown Atlanta have raised safety concerns, particularly around crosswalks. On March 17th, a man was struck at the rainbow crosswalk at 10th Street and Piedmont Avenue. The driver, who did not stop, was later tracked down and cited for leaving the scene and failure to yield. Just 12 days earlier, a woman was hit while crossing 10th Street at Peachtree Street, suffering severe injuries including broken bones and a fractured skull. The driver responsible for this incident remains unidentified. These events highlight the need for increased awareness from both drivers and pedestrians in Midtown.

Two hit-and-runs in Midtown, one caught on camera, leave a man injured and an attorney hospitalized, raising concerns over pedestrian safety.

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RCSS: Students showed growth on Georgia Milestones Assessments for 2024-2025

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20 hours ago

August 11, 2025

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www.wjbf.com – Rakiyah Lenon – 2025-08-11 21:55:00

SUMMARY: The Richmond County School System (RCSS) in Augusta, Ga., saw systemwide improvements on the 2024-2025 Georgia Milestones tests, with over 13,000 students tested. Gains were noted on End of Course assessments in Algebra I, American literature, and biology. Grades 4-8 showed math growth on End of Grade tests; fifth graders improved in science, and eighth graders in science and social studies. Multiple schools reported subject gains, including Cross Creek, Glenn Hills, Hephzibah, and the Academy of Richmond County. Interim superintendent Dr. Malinda Cobb credited students, teachers, leaders, and families for their hard work and commitment reflected in these results.

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Video shows plane crash in Brookhaven | FOX 5 News

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1 day ago

August 11, 2025

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www.youtube.com – FOX 5 Atlanta – 2025-08-11 07:57:40

SUMMARY: A small plane crashed in Brookhaven near DeKalb-Peachtree Airport during a flight training session early Saturday morning. The aircraft, registered to All To Fly Flight School, took off Friday night, flew to Rome, and was performing touch-and-go landings on return when it hit trees and landed in a backyard on Claremont Road. All three occupants survived, were conscious and breathing upon hospital transport, and no neighborhood residents were injured. The cause remains unclear, with the National Transportation Safety Board investigating. A pilot noted the difficulty of night landings due to poor visibility and lack of runway lighting.

Exclusive video shows the small plane that crashed in a Brookhaven neighborhood over the weekend. 3 people were injured, …

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Mother of fallen officer killed in CDC shooting speaks on son’s willingness to help others

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1 day ago

August 11, 2025

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www.youtube.com – 11Alive – 2025-08-11 07:07:16

SUMMARY: The mother of Officer David Rose, killed responding to the CDC shooting, describes her son as fearless and dedicated to helping others. After serving in the Marines and working at the sheriff’s department, Rose joined the DeKalb County Police for a more rewarding role. He leaves behind a pregnant wife and three children. CDC staffers are working from home as repairs continue after the attack, which involved over 40 bullet holes and broken doors. The shooter reportedly targeted the CDC over COVID vaccine grievances. CDC leadership is addressing safety concerns and discussing support for Officer Rose’s family amid ongoing investigations.