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Georgia man enters gulity plea, receives life in prison

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www.wsav.com – Eric Dorsch – 2025-02-14 13:23:00

SUMMARY: Reginald Tyron Stokes, 41, of Oakfield, Georgia, has been sentenced to life in prison after pleading guilty to multiple charges, including Malice Murder and Criminal Attempt to Commit Murder. Stokes fatally shot his girlfriend’s daughter, 26-year-old Malika Shanae Harris, while she slept with her children on August 25, 2022. He also shot and injured her mother, Oneida Marie Hawkins, who survived but suffers lasting effects from the attack. Stokes received a life sentence with the possibility of parole, along with an additional 35 years in prison, as deemed appropriate by Judge Roger B. Lane and District Attorney Keith Higgins.

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Girl hit by falling tree at arts festival | FOX 5 News

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www.youtube.com – FOX 5 Atlanta – 2025-09-07 19:18:23

SUMMARY: A 12-year-old girl named Claudia was severely injured when a tree fell on her at an arts festival in Cobb County during severe weather. She suffered skull fractures, a bruised lung, and a broken rib, and required a blood transfusion. Emergency responders arrived quickly, administering medication when she was seizing and transporting her to the hospital. Claudia is currently under heavy sedation with a breathing tube due to her pain. Her family is asking for prayers and faith during this difficult time. A GoFundMe has been set up to help cover her medical expenses, with details available on fox5atlanta.com.

The Paulding County Sheriff’s Office said a 12-year-old girl was at the Paulding Meadows Arts and Crafts Festival shortly after bad weather passed through. A portion of one tree and limbs from another fell and hit her. The young girl’s name is Claudia and her uncle, HJ Cohran, says her family has been by her bedside since this happened.

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Investigation underway after fatal shooting at Beaufort complex

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www.wsav.com – Danielle Cobb – 2025-09-07 17:35:00

SUMMARY: The Beaufort Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred around 2:30 a.m. Sunday at Cross Creek Apartment Homes in Beaufort, South Carolina. A male victim was found with gunshot wounds and later died in the hospital. Neighbors reported hearing 4 to 8 gunshots and seeing numerous shell casings at the scene. The victim, believed not to be a resident, was described as a young man who kept to himself. Residents expressed frustration over frequent violence in the complex. The investigation is ongoing, with assistance from local agencies. Tips can be reported to Investigator Jayne or anonymously via Crime Stoppers.

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Free dental work and feeling like fall: Good things happening around Atlanta | FOX 5 News

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www.youtube.com – FOX 5 Atlanta – 2025-09-07 13:34:46

SUMMARY: Around Atlanta, several uplifting events are making a difference. In Lawrenceville, the Center for Cosmetic and Sedation Dentistry hosted its 18th annual free dental care day, providing necessary treatments to many, including Vivian Gill, who was deeply grateful. Unique for its sedation dentistry, the event helps those with dental anxiety. Stonecrest held its third Childhood Cancer Awareness Family Fun Day, supporting the Rally Foundation, emphasizing the need to celebrate and assist children fighting cancer. Meanwhile, the second annual Firefighter Five-K honored Atlanta’s first responders, raising funds for the Atlanta Fire Rescue Foundation. The 57th Yellow Daisy Festival attracted artists and vendors to Stone Mountain Park, while Vogel State Park in Blairsville unveiled a new visitor center just in time for fall leaf-peeping season.

Many people in Lawrenceville are waking up with a new smile, all for free! Stonecrest hosted a day to educate people on childhood cancer, all while having some fun. A 5k honored firefighters and first responders.

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