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Man shot, killed in Gwinnett County church parking lot
The Gwinnett County Police Department is investigating a homicide in a church parking lot. Police confirmed to Channel 2 Gwinnett County Bureau Chief Matt Johnson that one man was killed in the parking lot on Webb Gin House Road. Get the latest details from the scene, LIVE on Channel 2 Action News at Noon. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] The church does not appear to have been involved in the shooting. The victim's identity has not been released. There is no word on possible suspects or motives. TRENDING STORIES: [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
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5 days ago
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Body camera video shows the moment stampede broke out after Beyoncé concert
Body camera video from officers inside a MARTA station shows the sudden change from calm to chaos when a stampede broke out. MARTA police say nine people were injured after the final Atlanta show of Beyoncé's 'Cowboy Carter' tour on Monday night. One man broke his ankle. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] Channel 2 Action News has obtained video from several angles that show the moments hundreds of people started running inside the Vine City MARTA station. Police say the stampede started after someone saw a bug, screamed and began running, causing others to start running as well. Video shows a group of people waiting for the train when people come down the escalator. It was initially reported that the escalator suddenly stopped, causing several people to fall. MARTA has since confirmed that the escalator did not malfunction and was working properly. The body camera video then shows dozens of people on the ground, many of whom are receiving first aid from those around them. No serious injuries were reported. [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter] Solve the daily Crossword
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15-07-2025
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Official artist of MLB All-Star Game creates custom artwork for big game
There is an official artist for the MLB All-Star Game. Charles Fazzino has been creating artwork for major events like the Super Bowl, the Olympics, the All-Star Game, and more for over two decades. Channel 2's Karyn Greer spoke with Fazzino at The Battery about what he created for All-Star Week. Advertisement 'I've been working on hand-painted equipment. Limited edition three-dimensional artworks, as well as hand-painted baseballs. The program cover for the event and a home plate that is going to be used on the field for the ceremonial first pitch,' Fazzino said. He said he worked on the designs for six months. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] TRENDING STORIES: [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
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15-07-2025
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Unreleased Beyoncé Music Stolen From Car During Cowboy Carter Tour in Atlanta
Unreleased Beyoncé music was reportedly stolen from her choreographer and one of her dancers out of their rental car less than 48 hours before she kicked off her run of 'Cowboy Carter' shows in Atlanta. An arrest warrant was issued on Monday for an unidentified suspect who allegedly broke into the rental car on July 8, stealing jump drives containing unreleased music, footage plans for her live show, and previous and upcoming set lists. According to WSB-TV Atlanta, choreographer Christopher Grant and dancer Diandre Blue reported that the thieves also took clothes, designer sunglasses, laptops and a pair of AirPods Max headphones. More from Variety Country Singer Gavin Adcock Slams Beyoncé's 'Cowboy Carter': 'That S-- Ain't Country Music' Miley Cyrus Joins Beyoncé for Live Debut of 'II Most Wanted' During 'Cowboy Carter' Tour in Paris Trump Demands 'Major Investigations' Into Bruce Springsteen, Beyoncé, Bono and Oprah, Repeating Baseless Rumors Superstars Were Paid Off to Support Kamala Harris Police were led to an undisclosed location after using the 'Find My' function to ping the headphones, and are following up on multiple leads. 'Mr. Grant advised he was also carrying some personal sensitive information for the musician Beyoncé,' reads the incident report. 'He advised he was her choreographer and Mr. Diandre Blue was a dancer for her and that her hard drives for her upcoming show in Atlanta were stolen also. The hard drives contained water marked music, some un-released music, footage plans for the show and past and future set lists.' A representative for Beyoncé did not immediately respond to Variety's request for comment. Beyoncé is nearing the finish line of her 'Cowboy Carter' tour, with plans to wrap her four Atlanta shows tonight. She is next scheduled to perform in Las Vegas for two nights that conclude the trek, which initially kicked off in Los Angeles on Aug. 28. Best of Variety Final Emmy Predictions: Talk Series and Scripted Variety - New Blood Looks to Tackle Late Night Staples Oscars 2026: George Clooney, Jennifer Lopez, Julia Roberts, Wagner Moura and More Among Early Contenders to Watch New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week
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15-07-2025
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Baseball fans ‘stoked' for All-Star festivities
Folks are descending to Atlanta, all for the love of the game to celebrate America's pastime. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] 'Oh, it's just a fun time. It's just great to be in this atmosphere‚" Victor Moreno told Channel 2's Michael Doudna. Advertisement 'Everybody's a baseball fan, so you want to talk to everybody next to you,' Morgan Lenon said. And while this weekend has been busy, Cobb County officials only expect the crowds to grow for the Home Run Derby and the All-Star Game. 'You know, everybody's just stoked to be there, and it's usually, it is a good vibe,' Jody Davidson said. Lenon added, 'So you want to talk to everybody next to you, like, 'Did you see this? Oh, this is going on tonight. You want to come down to this? Oh, we're going there, you should come, too.'' Cobb County officials said they expect 41,000 in the stadium and anywhere from 10 to possibly 20,000 outside the stadium in The Battery area and The Galleria area. Advertisement So Cobb County and others have worked to make sure the process runs smoothly, from security to trying to optimize traffic. 'We will have staff on site monitoring traffic conditions, making adjustments in real time, as well as traffic control crews that are able to be out, boots on the ground, and make modifications to the roadways as needed as we go,' said Drew Ressley, director of the Cobb Department of Transportation. The idea is to make sure fans can focus on enjoying the events as America's pastime calls Atlanta home for the week. 'I feel bad for the people who are going to have work tomorrow morning after coming out here tonight,' Maureen Barnett said. Advertisement RELATED STORIES: [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
