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Flock, Ring and Atlanta’s network of more than 28,000 integrated cameras haven’t improved city’s crime clearance rates
Despite an eightfold increase in the number of cameras integrated into the city’s Connect Atlanta surveillance program, crime clearance rates have not meaningfully increased, according to data collected by the FBI.
Federal prosecutors charge two Cop City protestors as part of NSPM-7 initiative
Cop City-related charges become the second case brought that explicitly mentions the controversial Trump administration initiative, NSPM-7, targeting left-leaning movements.
Consultants paid with city funds promoted Dickens’ NRI without disclosing financial ties, records show
As the Atlanta City Council weighs the Neighborhood Reinvestment Initiative legislation, records show the city paid consultants who promoted it at meetings and in city media without identifying their roles. At least $100,000 came out of the city’s Affordable Housing Trust Fund.
Georgia House District 62: Outside PAC spending reshapes Democratic primary field
With no Republican on the ballot, Georgia House District 62 is set to be decided in a crowded Democratic primary—one now defined by heavy outside PAC spending tied to the sports betting industry.
Atlanta’s proposed $995M general operating budget increases police, fire spending
Mayor Andre Dickens’ proposed fiscal year 2027 general operating budget directs nearly half of city spending to public safety, boosting police and fire funding as pension costs rise, while most other departments face cuts.
Georgia attorney general brings new indictment against 3 ‘Cop City’ protestors
Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr announced Thursday that a Cobb County grand jury indicted three people for their alleged actions during a 2022 Stop Cop City protest outside the Brasfield and Gorrie headquarters in Smyrna.
Dunwoody approves Flock contract after delays over security and privacy concerns
Dunwoody approved the delayed Flock Safety contract after negotiating on security risks, privacy concerns and employee access to private cameras.
Organizer Bentley Hudgins takes second crack at Georgia House District 90 seat
Veteran organizer Bentley Hudgins seeks a second chance at Georgia House District 90, pitching neighborhood investment and alternative approaches to public safety in a crowded Democratic primary.
