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Fifth suspect arrested in Atlanta bartender’s killing

Jacob Benjamin Wilson, 30, was arrested Wednesday on charges of concealing a death and tampering with evidence in the Jamal Parker case.

October 2, 2026 9:18am EDT

DeKalb announces Blackhall lawsuit, South Fulton has new chief

October 2, 2026 8:20am EDT

Family of man killed in DeKalb jail to speak publicly Friday

October 2, 2026 7:51am EDT

Community briefs: Homecoming, survivor justice and DJ Ezra

October 2, 2026 7:43am EDT

Things to do in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | Oct. 2-4, 2026

October 2, 2026 7:07am EDT

North Georgia: Weekend plans? Saturday starts dry, but Sunday looks soggy

October 2, 2026 6:54am EDT

U.S. & World

Watch: Dog hails police, leads them home to find owner needing help

A Kansas police officer responded to what may have been one of the most unusual calls for help of his career.

October 2, 2026 8:51am EDT

Watch: Yacht sinks after hitting pod of whales, crew rescued hours later

October 1, 2026 8:13pm EDT

Here's what Americans feel is the biggest downside of smartphones

October 1, 2026 7:51pm EDT

Richland, WA man charged with giving material support to Houthis

Richland man charged with giving material support to Houthis

October 1, 2026 6:00pm EDT

'His loss is deeply personal': Colorado police corporal dies after wakeboarding accident

October 1, 2026 5:36pm EDT

Lindsay Clancy murder case: Judge denies motion to find Massachusetts mother not guilty

October 1, 2026 4:38pm EDT

Consumer

30-year US mortgage rate reaches highest level in nearly 3 years

Mortgage rates are surging again, hitting their highest level in nearly three years. Here's what to know.

October 1, 2026 3:39pm EDT

Trump eyes red-dyed diesel as fuel prices soar: What is it?

October 1, 2026 12:00pm EDT

Recall of popular soft drink hits 77,000 cans after zero-sugar labels found on full-sugar soda

October 1, 2026 6:59am EDT

High diesel costs hit Georgia schools: How bus fleets are affected

September 30, 2026 6:57pm EDT

2026 holiday travel: Thanksgiving, Christmas airfares reach highest prices in a decade

September 30, 2026 4:33pm EDT

Sausage recalled for plastic contamination may still be in restaurant freezers, regulators warn

September 30, 2026 11:14am EDT

Good Day Atlanta

Good Day Atlanta Viewer Information: Oct. 1, 2026

Special guests and segments for Oct. 1, 2026.

October 1, 2026 11:51am EDT

Theatrical Outfit launches milestone 50th season with August Wilson’s 'Fences'

October 1, 2026 11:17am EDT

Atlanta artists collaborate on classical play

October 1, 2026 11:15am EDT

Pumpkin Spice Lattes with Skye Estroff

October 1, 2026 11:06am EDT

Shemar Moore chats with Justina about S.W.A.T Exiles

October 1, 2026 10:43am EDT

Sports

Falcons great Jeff Van Note dies at 80, team says

Jeff Van Note, a six-time Pro Bowl center who spent his entire 18-season NFL career with the Falcons, has died at 80.

October 2, 2026 9:41am EDT

Braves vs Dodgers NLDS: Watch parties, sendoffs, and tickets

October 2, 2026 5:56am EDT

Braves vs Phillies: Braves clinch spot in NLDS with victory over Phillies

October 1, 2026 11:19pm EDT

Atlanta Dream punch ticket to WNBA semifinals after dominant series sweep

October 1, 2026 7:10pm EDT

Atlanta Falcons tailgate menu adds hot honey dip

October 1, 2026 5:38pm EDT

Money

Most parents support their grown kids financially, survey reveals: Here's how much

New data shows millions of American parents are continuing to help their adult children financially — and for some families, that support may last indefinitely.

October 1, 2026 1:30pm EDT

Map: These states have suspended or reduced gas taxes

October 1, 2026 1:09pm EDT

Most Americans now blame Trump for high prices, poll finds

October 1, 2026 12:16pm EDT

Trump says he's sending $500 checks to 1 million Americans: Here's why

September 30, 2026 12:12pm EDT

Bill to end minting pennies passes Senate, heads to Trump’s desk

September 29, 2026 4:29pm EDT

Deadline looms for student loan borrowers to cut their interest rate

September 28, 2026 5:30pm EDT

Politics

Georgia leaders consider potential overhaul of state voting systems

Georgia leaders spent the day exploring alternative voting systems as part of a statewide election overhaul, while state election board members questioned whether current voting systems are secure.

October 1, 2026 6:07pm EDT

Georgia’s 2026 midterm election: The major races and candidates

October 1, 2026 11:24am EDT

Georgia governor race: Bottoms proposes plan to save drivers money

October 1, 2026 6:00am EDT

DOJ files ethics complaint against 7 federal judges

September 30, 2026 10:36pm EDT

Trump Pentagon launches competition for America's next great military base

September 30, 2026 5:38pm EDT

Federal judge dismisses DOJ lawsuit against Raffensperger over voter rolls

September 30, 2026 5:24pm EDT

Health

Firefighters support retired Henry County lieutenant with leukemia

A retired Henry County Fire Rescue firefighter is battling a leukemia diagnosis, and his former department is rallying to support him.

October 1, 2026 6:14pm EDT

Infections linked to 2.3 million global cancer cases in 2024, study finds

October 1, 2026 5:07pm EDT

Woman found dead inside Atlanta airport bathroom

October 1, 2026 4:10pm EDT

Police clarify kratom warning after Ole Miss student deaths: What they're saying

October 1, 2026 1:03pm EDT

Ohio cancer patient sues hospital after surgeon allegedly amputated wrong leg

October 1, 2026 9:10am EDT

2 men charged in alleged counterfeit Ozempic smuggling scheme, DOJ says

September 30, 2026 6:06pm EDT

DeKalb County is suing Blackhall Real Estate Phase II LLC over park improvements it says were promised in a land exchange. South Fulton has named Chrissie C. Latimore its next police chief, with her start expected later this month.

October 2, 2026 8:19am EDT