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Fulton County sheriff gives update about deputy shot
SUMMARY: A Fulton County deputy was shot around 5:45 PM today and is currently in stable condition with a lower extremity wound. The deputy was responding to a help call for suspicious activity when the incident occurred. The investigation is being led by the Atlanta Police Department, and the shooter remains at large. Sheriff’s office emphasized community support and urged patience regarding the recent violence, highlighting the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces. Sheriff Allen of Clayton County provided support during the situation. The sheriff thanked healthcare professionals at Grady Hospital and expressed hope for the deputy’s recovery.
The deputy was injured in downtown Atlanta.
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Local veteran, educator award nation’s highest honor for community service
SUMMARY: Dr. Jackson Drumgoole, a veteran and educator from Augusta, Georgia, received the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award for his lifelong dedication to youth and community service. As founder of Bridge Builder Communities, he is spearheading the creation of Georgia’s first Bridge Builder Community—a 25-home tiny village to support young adults aging out of foster care, helping prevent homelessness, unemployment, and incarceration. Drumgoole credits the award to all volunteers and donors involved. To support this mission amid rising construction costs, Bridge Builder Communities launched the Echo the Impact Giving Challenge, matching donations dollar-for-dollar from July 7 to 13. More info is at bridgebuildercommunities.org.
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Flood risk still high in Texas as death toll climbs past 80
SUMMARY: Central Texas faces life-threatening flood risks after torrential rains killed at least 82 people, including children at summer camps. Residents in Kerr County are recovering from devastating damage while search crews continue looking for the missing, including campers from Camp Mystic. Officials report 41 people remain unaccounted for statewide, with 68 bodies recovered in the Hill Country, including 28 children. Heavy rains are expected to continue, worsening flood dangers. Authorities declared a day of prayer and pledged ongoing emergency efforts amid scrutiny of warnings and preparations. Survivors recounted harrowing escapes, with rescues involving attics and trees. President Trump signed a disaster declaration and plans to visit.
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Morning Forecast for Monday, July 7th
SUMMARY: On Monday and Tuesday, temperatures will reach the mid to upper 90s with high humidity making it feel near 100°F, but no heat advisories are expected. Mornings start mild in the 60s-70s, warming rapidly by afternoon. Isolated afternoon showers and thunderstorms may develop, increasing to around a 30% chance through midweek. By Thursday and Friday, rain chances rise to 50%, bringing slight cooling. Tropical Depression Chantal is weakening as it moves northeast, expected to impact the Mid-Atlantic states but not the Southeast. The weekend will see lower rain chances and highs in the low 90s, continuing the summer heat pattern.
Sunny and Hot
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