SUMMARY: Monday marks one year since the October 7th Hamas attack on Israel, which resulted in the deaths of 1,200 people and the kidnapping of around 250 hostages, about 100 of whom remain in Gaza. Protests in Atlanta today called for a ceasefire in Gaza, organized by PSL Atlanta and supporters, coinciding with Israel’s limited ground operations in Lebanon. The ongoing conflict has claimed over 1,000 lives in Lebanon in the past two weeks, according to the Health Ministry. Seven American hostages are among those believed to be unaccounted for and potentially dead.

One local group marked near Centennial Olympic Park, calling for a ceasefire in the region.

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SUMMARY: Investigator Aubrey Horton of the Atlanta police has died in an off-duty incident in Douglas County. Authorities are collaborating with the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office to investigate the circumstances surrounding his death. Additionally, the sheriff’s office is looking into an attempted break-in that resulted in the death of the intruder, who was shot by the homeowner in self-defense. Preliminary reports suggest the suspect may have been experiencing a mental health crisis or under the influence of drugs. Inquiries have been made to both law enforcement agencies to determine any connection between the officer’s death and the shooting, but no updates have been provided yet.

An Atlanta Police Department officer died in an off-duty incident in Douglas County early Friday morning, according to authorities.

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SUMMARY: In Georgia, following a recent school shooting, a candidate outlined plans to enhance school safety by increasing the presence of school resource officers and enforcing existing gun laws. They emphasized that 90% of gun crimes involve illegally obtained firearms, questioning the effectiveness of new laws. Regarding reproductive rights, the candidate expressed support for individual state decisions on abortion policies while advocating for measures to help young families, like lowering housing costs and expanding the child tax credit. They stress the importance of increasing housing supply to address affordability and affirmed support for the eventual election winner, emphasizing election integrity.

The Republican VP nominee answered questions about abortion rights, school safety, and the economy

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