Drunk Arsonist Kills Cat In Fire: Police | Patch PM

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Drunk Man Kills Cat In Townhome Fire, Say Authorities

A Lawrenceville man has been charged with first-degree arson and aggravated cruelty to animals after authorities say he started a townhome fire Tuesday

Funeral Info For NFL's Edwin Jackson Announced

Edwin Jackson, the Atlanta-born NFL player who was killed in a drunk-driving crash early Sunday, "extended respect, love and genuine concern to everyone," his family said in a written statement.

Atlanta's 'Black Panther' Screening Draws Stars, Crowds

It was a packed house at the Fox Theatre in Atlanta on Wednesday night as movie and music stars joined fans eager for an early look at "Black Panther," the Atlanta-filmed Marvel superhero film that opens next weekend.

Killing Girlfriend's Ex Earns Douglasville Man Life In Prison

A Douglasville man was given a life sentence Tuesday and convicted of malice murder and aggravated assault for the 2015 killing of Antonio Ellison, the ex-boyfriend of his current girlfriend.

Atlanta Housing Market Among Best To Invest In For 2018: Forbes

The Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Marietta metro area is among the 20 best housing markets to invest in for 2018, according to Forbes.

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