In a dramatic turn of events, Milner, Georgia's entire full-time police department officially walked away from their positions on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, after an intense conflict erupted between Police Chief Lamar Bunn and Mayor Craig Timmons.  Chief Bunn, five full-time officers, the majority of reserve personnel, and City Manager Tausha Grose all submitted their resignations. The unprecedented mass departure was triggered when Chief Bunn discovered an unauthorized electronic tracking device attached to his unmarked police vehicle. Investigation uncovered that Mayor Timmons had personally funded the purchase and installation of this tracker. Compounding matters, a surveillance camera was found positioned to monitor City Hall. Mayor Timmons acknowledged installing the tracker, justifying his actions by citing concerns about employee time management and city vehicle usage. Chief Bunn countered with serious allegations, asserting that City Hall conducted unauthorized surveillan...

The Atlanta Dream ownership group released a scathing open letter condemning the WNBA for disregarding their persistent alerts regarding postseason scheduling conflicts at State Farm Arena. The Dream typically perform at the Gateway Center Arena, which accommodates only 3,500 spectators. Seeking a more prestigious venue for the WNBA Finals matchup against the Golden State Valkyries, the organization successfully advocated to relocate their home games to the 17,000-capacity State Farm Arena, where the NBA's Atlanta Hawks play. Yet, since the Dream lack authority over the venue's booking schedule, this relocation triggered significant scheduling complications with existing commitments. Although the Atlanta Hawks rearranged their calendar on three separate occasions to facilitate the series, Game 6 presented an insurmountable obstacle. The Hawks are committed to facing the Cleveland Cavaliers on Thursday night. NBA regulations require a minimum 22-hour interval between consecutive...

A 32-year-old mother, Jasmine Smoak, has been taken into custody in Wilkes County, Georgia, following the heartbreaking discovery of a 4-year-old child who was found deceased in a southwest Atlanta townhome. Atlanta Police and Fire Rescue responded to a welfare check on Monday evening, October 26, at approximately 7:20 p.m. at a residence in the 3500 block of Cardinal Drive SW.  Upon entering the home based on initial concerns, first responders tragically discovered the lifeless body of the 4-year-old boy. Medical personnel confirmed his passing at the scene. Authorities have not yet disclosed the circumstances that led to the child's death. Smoak was apprehended by the Wilkes County Sheriff's Office in Washington, Georgia, a location situated over 100 miles east of Atlanta. Current Status: She remains in custody at Wilkes County under an Atlanta Police Department warrant pending her transfer to Fulton County.   The Charges: According to law enforcement sources, Smoak is bei...

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has released a critical safety alert urging Nigerians to gear up for an intense "Super El Niño" phenomenon, which is rapidly strengthening and poised to disrupt established weather patterns. Combined assessments from NEMA and the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) reveal that this climatic event will deliver a combination of extreme temperatures, extended dry periods, potential flooding risks, and isolated food scarcity. To protect communities, wellbeing, and economic stability, NEMA advises these essential readiness steps: Limit sun exposure and minimize demanding outdoor work from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Consume abundant fresh water consistently to combat dehydration and heat-related conditions. Wear breathable fabrics, protective headwear with wide brims, and seek shade regularly. Additionally, closely observe children, seniors, and community members for heat stress symptoms. Address broken plumbing and leaking fixtures with...

The Cobb County Police Department is actively investigating this tragic incident. Here are the key details that have emerged from the initial investigation. The victims were discovered in a parked vehicle near the tree line at the Milford Baptist Church parking lot, situated at 1030 Milford Church Road SW in unincorporated Marietta. Police arrived at the scene around 10:45 a.m. on Sunday after receiving a call reporting a woman with a gunshot wound inside a vehicle. This occurred approximately 15 minutes before the church's Sunday services were set to begin. Authorities have indicated there are no active suspects being sought, and investigators have noted there is no apparent threat to the community. This suggests investigators believe the incident was isolated to the vehicle itself, rather than a random act of violence from an outside individual or a drive-by shooting. Although family members have been notified, authorities have not yet released the official identities of the moth...

  American singer Chris Brown has managed to sidestep immediate incarceration after receiving an eight-month suspended prison sentence at London's Southwark Crown Court on October 26, 2026. The sentencing stems from a February 2023 incident at the Tape nightclub in Mayfair, London, where Brown attacked music producer Abraham Diaw with a tequila bottle. Brown admitted guilt to the public order offense of affray in July 2026, which led prosecutors to withdraw more serious charges including assault and possession of an offensive weapon. His sentence remains suspended for 12 months, meaning he will avoid serving time in prison provided he refrains from committing further offenses or breaching the conditions imposed during this period. Court surveillance footage revealed Brown striking Diaw twice in the head with a bottle during a brief 20-second altercation. The victim needed medical attention for injuries to his head and knee. Judge Tony Baumgartner characterized the attack as "p...