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Midtown collision causes at least one injury

MIDTOWN -- A head-on vehicle collision has caused at least one injury.

The crash happened on Friday afternoon around 4:40, near the intersection of Ponce de Leon Avenue NW and Linwood Avenue NE. Among vehicles involved are a gray Prius, a white Acura and a silver Mazda.

More details to come.

 

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Roswell teen scores role in Jackie Robinson biopic, "42"

ROSWELL, Ga. -- It is slated to be one of the biggest movie hits of the year.

42 is the story of Jackie Robinson and his remarkable life 66 years ago when he became the first African-American to break the so-called "color line" of Major League Baseball.

And 13-year-old Henry Friedman from Roswell has made a name for himself in the movie.

The Friedman family has lived in Atlanta for generations.

You might best know the last name from the world famous Friedman's shoe store downtown that has catered to athletes from all over the planet.

Grandfather Friedman sold the store in the 1950's but the name has remained.

Now in 2013,  there is another famous Friedman making his mark here.

"When I was little, my grandparents' house I would get my brother and cousin and we would put up magic shows," Henry said.

14 students awarded Gates Millennium scholarships

ATLANTA (AP) - Atlanta Public Schools officials say 14 students have each been awarded Gates Millennium Scholarships.

The scholarship program is funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and selects 1,000 high school students from minority backgrounds annually to receive scholarships to fund their undergraduate education.

Student include: 

APS students lead with 2013 Gates Millennium Scholarship winners

APS students lead with 2013 Gates Millennium Scholarship winners

ATLANTA -- Atlanta Public Schools had more winners of the 2013 Gates Millennium Scholarship that any other district in the state of Georgia.

As spokesman for APS Stephen Alford reported, 14 APS high school students have taken the award. The Gates Millennium Scholarship, Alford said, is given to 1,000 students across the country. Winners can use the scholarship toward attendance at their choice college or university. 

Along with the funds, students receive personal and professional development through various Gates Leadership programs. 

"At a time when the perception of our academic programs have suffered, it is reassuring to see our students compete and achieve some of the most prestigious academic awards offered to high school students," Superintendent of APS Erroll Davis, Jr. said. 

 

 

Seniors to learn how to guard against scams

Seniors to learn how to guard against scams

COLLEGE PARK, GA. -- Fulton County is hosting another information session that teaches seniors how to protect themselves against scams.

The one-hour program on Tuesday, May 7, 2013, will be held at Camp Truitt from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m.  Camp Truitt is located at 4320 Hershel Road in College Park and is sponsored by the Housing and Human Services Department, Office of Housing and Community Development.

Scams that often target seniors include but are not limited to telemarketing, reverse mortgages, healthcare/health insurance, home and auto repair.  This session will provide information to help seniors to identify, prevent and report fraudulent and deceptive schemes.  The best strategy to prevent scams is for citizens to be informed.

Commuter Dude surprises unsuspecting homeowner with May Day Basket

ATLANTA -- May Day is historically celebrated as a day to recognize the working class. One of its longstanding, yet little known traditions, is to leave a gift basket on the doorstep of a person you don't know.

That sounded like all kinds of fun to 11Alive's Commuter Dude, who may have taken the element of surprise, in his gift basket presentation, to a whole new level.

 

"Fore" Kids Golf Classic to benefit Fulton students, teachers

"Fore" Kids Golf Classic to benefit Fulton students, teachers

FULTON COUNTY, Ga. -- The 18th annual Fulton Education Foundation "Fore" Kids Golf Classic is being held on May 14 in Alpharetta at the Golf Club of Georgia. 

A spokeswoman for Fulton County Schools reported that the tournament will benefit students and staff of Fulton County schools, while Fulton County school leaders, school board members, business professionals and others from the community will attend. 

There will be one caddy for every four players. All golfers should check in at 9:30 that morning, and be ready to begin at 11:00. At 4:00 p.m., awards will be given out along with a silent auction. 

To register, individuals may play for $400, and teams of four will pay $1,750. Sponsors are still needed.