Watch: Marathoner says "natural instinct" made him help runner across finish line

Video captured the moments when Aaron Beggs and Robson Oliveira held up Ajay Haridasse on each side as the three ran toward the finish line during the Boston Marathon on Monday.

South Fulton officer uses autism training to help girl

A South Fulton police captain used his personal experience and specialized training to calm a child with autism during an episode at a local Walmart.

Georgia teacher who lost leg in crash to run Boston Marathon

A Georgia teacher and avid runner is set to compete in the Boston Marathon this Monday, just one year after losing her leg in a car crash.

New nonprofit Brittany's Reign helping local youth through horses

A new nonprofit is turning tragedy into a mission to help young people heal, using the power of horses to support emotional wellness.

Young Jimmy Carter superfan gets surprise at Atlanta center

A 5-year-old boy with a passion for presidential history got a once-in-a-lifetime surprise during a visit to The Carter Center in Atlanta.

Missing child with autism rescued from water in Gwinnett County

Police in Gwinnett County say an 8-year-old child with autism spectrum disorder was rescued from a body of water after running away from home last week.

Good News Friday: Positive news from around metro Atlanta

Here’s a look at some of the positive stories making headlines across metro Atlanta and North Georgia.

Five years since EF-4 tornado struck Newnan, devastating town

Five years after a devastating EF-4 tornado hit Newnan, survivors are reflecting on their recovery. The 2021 storm brought 170 mph winds that destroyed neighborhoods, the local high school, and the historic downtown area.

Newnan tornado survivors turn wreckage into remembrance 5 years later
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Five years ago Thursday morning, the town of Newnan changed forever after an EF-4 tornado with 170 mph winds cut a path of destruction through the community.

Metro Atlanta therapist turns plastic lids into student art

Metro Atlanta therapist Heather Elson and local students are turning thousands of plastic bottle caps into art for an Earth Day exhibit.

PDK Lady Pilots breaking barriers in DeKalb County

he PDK Lady Pilots nonprofit is breaking barriers at DeKalb-Peachtree Airport by providing scholarships and mentorship to women in the male-dominated aviation industry.