🌱 Braves Lose 9-5 + Arrest in Murders of Fulton Deputy, Brother

Atlanta GA

31 October, 2021

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Hello, people of Atlanta! Kathy Cioffi here with today's issue of the Atlanta Daily. First, today's weather: Brilliant sunshine. High: 69 Low: 47. Here are the top stories today in Atlanta: The Atlanta Braves were one win away from winning the 2021 World Series Sunday, but - despite a first-inning grand slam - lost to the Houston Astros 9-5, forcing a Game 6 on Tuesday night in Houston's Minute Maid Park. Atlanta still leads the best-of-seven series, 3-2. (Atlanta Patch)An arrest has been made in the Oct. 27 shooting deaths of a Fulton County Sheriff's deputy and her brother, who were shot multiple times and killed in the deputy's Covington home. The husband of Deputy Shakeema Brown Jackson was arrested Friday by Newton County Sheriff's officials and charged with the murders of his wife and brother-in-law, Levoy Brown, 30, also of Covington. The deputy, who had been sworn in just over a month ago, was off-duty in the home she shared with her husband, Jaquavia Jackson, 28, and her 17-month-old child. The child was not harmed. (Rockdale Newton Citizen)With the 2021 Municipal Elections tomorrow, an analysis by Atlanta Progressive News detailed support for progressive proposals among the 26 candidates for Atlanta City Council. Many of the proposals – such as supporting affordable housing, environmental stewardship, democratic participation and criminal justice reform – had the support of nearly every candidate, according to the online news service. (Atlanta Progressive News)For the first time since the first week of classes, students in 35 northern Fulton County schools can now remove their masks. Masks became optional Wednesday in schools and administrative buildings in the cities of Alpharetta, Johns Creek and Sandy Springs, but must still be worn on buses. The mask rules in the three cities were lifted after the rate of COVID-19 infections there fell below 100 cases per 100,000 residents over a 14-day period, a threshold that indicates the difference between a "high" and a "moderate" rate of spread.In order to meet the district's mask-removal guidelines, cities must meet that threshold for two consecutive data reports, as computed by the Fulton County Board of Health. (Free: Reporter Newspapers; Subscription: The Atlanta Journal Constitution)A shooting at a convenience store in southwest Atlanta Friday night left two people injured. According to preliminary reports from the Atlanta Police Department, officers responded to the shooting in the 1200 block of Donnelly Avenue SW, finding two victims with gunshot wounds. The individuals, who have not been identified, were alert, conscious and breathing and were rushed to a local hospital for treatment. No suspects have been identified. ( The Atlanta Journal Constitution) Today's Atlanta Daily is brought to you by Newrez, a leading nationwide mortgage lender. Make a smart move for your future and refinance with Newrez today. Call 844-979-1707 to connect with a Newrez loan officer. Newrez, LLC (NMLS #3013) Today in Atlanta: Fernbank "Antarctic Dinosaurs" Exhibit (10:00 AM) American Red Cross Blood Drive - DeKalb County Public Library (10:00 AM)Operation Gratitude: Write a Letter to Our Troops (10:00 AM)Relax and De-Stress with Color Therapy (10:00 AM)Comprehensive Plan Virtual Public Input Meeting (6:30 PM) Atlanta Patch Notebook City of Atlanta Police Department: "There Have Been Over 1,680 Cars Handed to Criminals This Year-APD Says. Help Us to Help You! We are including the 911 call about a recent stolen car incident. The criminals took off with the victim's Lexus within seconds of her getting out of her car. As you will hear, she admits that she left her car running as she ran into the lobby of her residence and in the blink of an eye, her car and valuables were gone." (Facebook)Atlanta Humane Society: "We hope smiley Clayton brightens up the day for you! This adoptable cutie is always on the go and would love an active family to take him on hikes, runs, walks, or whatever type of adventure you prefer- he's down for it all!" (Facebook)MARTA: "Bus operators are essential to keep Atlanta moving and MARTA is hiring! Take the first step to join our team of MARTA Heroes at https://www.itsmarta.com/current-job-openings.aspx." (Facebook)Atlanta Regional Commission: "Reimagining community engagement, ARC reaches out to #arts and culture organizations that serve #communities of color across the metro #ATL region." (Facebook)Atlanta Public Schools: "Voting Day for E-SPLOST is Nov. 2! Proposed projects include personalized learning devices, wireless network upgrades and interactive classroom technologies! Learn more about E-SPLOST and other proposed projects." (Facebook) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Add your business here Events: Thrive Parent Engagement Workshop (November 6) Winter Girls Basketball League (November 7) Estate Planning Webinar (November 8) Beginner Spanish Class for Adults Live on ZOOM (November 8) Estate Planning Webinar (November 9) POP UP with John-Mark Gleadow (November 13) BLM 5K Atlanta Festival (November 18) REGISTER NOW for the Inclusion, Diversity, Equity in Action (IDEA) Certification Program! (November 18) Add your event Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Monday off right! See you tomorrow for another update. If you're into these newsletters, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to read along. You can send them this link to subscribe. — Kathy Cioffi Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Atlanta Daily? You can reach me at [email protected].