Cobb County judge congratulates drug treatment program graduates
A Cobb County judge congratulated five recent graduates of a drug recovery program designed to treat non-violent offenders with underlying addictions.
Former addict's astounding transformation to college graduate: 'Consider starting today'
Ginny Burton struggled with addiction for most of her life, and was introduced to drugs by her mom when she was just 7 years old. But she finally decided to get clean and turn her life around -- and earlier this year, she graduated with a bachelor's degree in political science.
Brookhaven officer, K-9 flooded with well-wishes after first day of training
A Brookhaven police officer has a veteran law enforcement professional able to show him the ropes through some new training: it's his K-9 partner.
Florida mom and son take photo in same spot at Magic Kingdom as they did on opening day in 1971
Walt Disney World kicked off its 50th anniversary celebration, dubbed ‘The World’s Most Magical Celebration,’ on Friday, October 1st.
Bodycam shows Marietta officers, bystander save woman during mental health crisis
Marietta police are crediting three officers and a bystander with saving the life of a distraught woman hanging from the fifth floor of a motel earlier this month.
Cat scurries along beam in upper deck before Braves-Phillies
A small cat scurried through the rafters at Truist Park before the Atlanta Braves tried to clinch their fourth straight NL East title against the Philadelphia Phillies on Thursday night.
Therapy dogs comfort California crews battling wildfires
California firefighters were recently visited by therapy dogs who offered comfort and support as crews continue to battle multiple wildfires in the state.
South Fulton 6-year-old girl named Georgia's youngest certified farmer
Kendall Rae Johnson began growing vegetables with her great-grandmother in a small patio garden. Now at just 6 years old, she's Georgia's youngest certified farmer and has big dreams for the future.
Man loses 120 pounds, becomes triathlete after wife dies: 'I wanted something more'
Bill Bowden, 52, from Burbank, California, has lost about 120 pounds since 2019 and is participating in his first triathlon on Saturday.
Java Joy serves coffee, empowers adults at Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Java Joy next to Section 116 in Mercedes-Benz Stadium will serve coffee while employing and empowering adults with all abilities.
Ohio father shaves head in solidarity with son battling cancer
Rayshawn Mims livestreamed shaving his dreadlocks in front of his 7-year-old son, Ahkeem, who’s undergoing chemotherapy.
Marvel actor Dave Bautista adopts neglected puppy from Tampa shelter
A neglected puppy who needed surgery after she was found with a metal chain embedded in her neck now has a real-life superhero as her new "dad": Marvel actor and former WWE wrestler Dave Bautista.
'Goodbye kisses': Animal hospital lets dogs taste chocolate before being put to sleep
An animal hospital in Alabama is tugging on the heartstrings of pet owners everywhere with their now-viral post, showing how they provide a moment of comfort to dogs at the end of their life.
Disabled Georgia athlete hoping to qualify for Boston Marathon
Lizzie Kirksey was born with significant medical issues and was not expected to live past 5 years old. Now she is getting her wheels in gear to race the Carrollton Half Marathon.
Police rescue toddler with head trapped between steel railing
Officers in Boulder, Colo. helped a 3-year-old girl free her head from two steel bars.
Betty Reid Soskin: Oldest active National Park Service ranger turns 100
Betty Reid Soskin is known as being a civil rights activist, musician and pioneering businesswoman and was also awarded a commemorative coin personally presented to her by President Barack Obama in 2016 for being the oldest ranger in the park service.
National Park Service oldest park ranger celebrates 100th birthday
The oldest active ranger in the National Park Service and well-known activist Betty Reid Soskin is celebrating her 100th birthday.
Holly Springs officers fix woman's taillight after traffic stop
When two Holly Springs officers pulled a woman over for a taillight violation, they found out that she had just come from the store where the employees couldn't change the lightbulb. After listening to her story, two officers fixed it themselves.
Runner plans marathon fundraiser for Shepherd Center
A Colorado man is training to run his first-ever marathon, and using the experience to raise money for the Atlanta hospital he says saved his life.
Grammy-nominated artist Gunna launches free pop-up shop at former middle school
Multi-platform Grammy-nominated artist and metro Atlanta native, Gunna, recently launched “Goodr Grocery Store and Drip Closet,” which hosted a giveaway at his former middle school.



















