Georgia school weapons detector bill clears Senate committee vote

A proposal to mandate weapons-detection systems at every public school entrance in Georgia is one step closer to becoming law following an emotional hearing at the State Capitol on Monday.

Massive fire destroys historic Floyd County Courthouse

A historic Georgia landmark was destroyed on Monday afternoon after a massive fire gutted the 134-year-old Floyd County Courthouse in Government Plaza.

CBP: Cocaine, heroin and fentanyl valued at more than $2.2 million found hidden in vehicle at border crossing

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CPB), Office of Field Operations officers at the Del Rio Port of Entry found Cocaine, heroin and fentanyl valued at more than $2.2 million found hidden in a 2016 GMC Yukon at the Del Rio Port of Entry.

DeKalb's 'most wanted fugitive' caught in Alabama after years on the run

After more than two years on the run, DeKalb County's "most wanted fugitive," who is a convicted kidnapper and gang member, is back in custody, according to deputies.

Ex-TV reporter allegedly turned roadside gunman, grilled victims on ethnicity before opening fire

A former San Diego TV journalist is now accused of carrying out racially motivated shootings on a secluded mountain highway — allegedly questioning victims about their ethnicity before pulling the trigger.

Crossing guard hit in crosswalk near Kedron Elementary School identified

A Peachtree City crossing guard was rushed to Grady Memorial Hospital with severe injuries after being struck by a car Monday morning.

Woman awarded $19M in Bill Cosby sexual battery lawsuit

A woman who said Bill Cosby sexually abused her more than 50 years ago was awarded $19.25 million Monday by a Santa Monica jury in her lawsuit against the comedian.

Man shot in face and arms on Fairburn Road in Atlanta

Atlanta Police are investigating an ongoing aggravated assault case after a 44-year-old man was shot multiple times Sunday night on Fairburn Road NW.

Police: Fentanyl found in packaging of Barbie Dolls at Missouri store

Police in Missouri are continuing their investigation after fentanyl was found in the packaging of Barbie Dolls at a discount store.

Balloon release held for South Fulton teens killed; police arrest accused shooter

South Fulton police arrested a 14-year-old on Sunday, accused of killing two other teens in the Cooks Landing subdivision last week. The arrest occurred the same day that a balloon release was held in the victim's honor.

Georgia woman accused of murder after allegedly using pills to end pregnancy

A 31-year-old Georgia woman is facing a murder charge after police say she took pills to induce an illegal abortion, resulting in the death of her newborn in December 2025.

Atlanta police find missing 12-year-old

Investigators with the Atlanta Police Department’s Special Victims Unit found a 12-year-old who had been previously reported as missing.  

Man shot in Kroger parking lot, Brookhaven police say

Brookhaven police are investigating after a man was found suffering from a gunshot wound in a grocery store parking lot on Sunday morning.

Resident recalls Brookhaven apartment parking garage fire

Brookhaven fire officials are waiting on structural engineers after a two-alarm fire caused a parking garage collapse at the Hendrix Apartments.

Man killed after car hits concrete embankment on Lenox Road

Atlanta police are investigating a fatal single-vehicle accident that occurred early Saturday morning at the intersection of Lenox Road and GA 400.

Coweta deputy seriously injured after being hit by vehicle on I-85

A Coweta County deputy is recovering in the hospital after being hit by a vehicle during a traffic stop on Interstate 85 this morning.