2 injured in shooting at Covington party, deputies say
A Saturday night party in Covington turned violent when gunfire erupted, leaving two people hospitalized, according to the Newton County Sheriff’s Office.
A Saturday night party in Covington turned violent when gunfire erupted, leaving two people hospitalized, according to the Newton County Sheriff’s Office.
33-year-old man dies after being shot in northwest Atlanta
Atlanta police are investigating after at least one person was shot on Mango Circle Sunday afternoon.
Atlanta police are investigating after at least one person was shot on Mango Circle Sunday afternoon.
1 dead, 1 injured after shooting at College Park apartments
A Saturday night shooting at a College Park apartment complex left one man dead and another injured after a drug deal allegedly turned violent, according to police.
A Saturday night shooting at a College Park apartment complex left one man dead and another injured after a drug deal allegedly turned violent, according to police.
Nelly talks Big League Wiffle Ball debut in Atlanta
"It’s getting hot in here" at Assembly Studios, and it has nothing to do with the Georgia summer weather. The plastic bats are cracking, the crowd is roaring, and a childhood backyard classic has officially leveled up into a major professional enterprise. Big League Wiffle Ball (BLW) launched its 2026 season, Sunday, June 7, with a massive star-studded rollout. But the real electric energy on the lot belongs to the league's brand-new hometown expansion franchise, the Atlanta Ballers. Co-owned by Falcons legend Julio Jones and Grammy-winning hip-hop icon Nelly, the Ballers just made their highly anticipated debut against the league-leading Los Angeles Naturals.
"It’s getting hot in here" at Assembly Studios, and it has nothing to do with the Georgia summer weather. The plastic bats are cracking, the crowd is roaring, and a childhood backyard classic has officially leveled up into a major professional enterprise. Big League Wiffle Ball (BLW) launched its 2026 season, Sunday, June 7, with a massive star-studded rollout. But the real electric energy on the lot belongs to the league's brand-new hometown expansion franchise, the Atlanta Ballers. Co-owned by Falcons legend Julio Jones and Grammy-winning hip-hop icon Nelly, the Ballers just made their highly anticipated debut against the league-leading Los Angeles Naturals.
Stacey King, ex-Chicago Bull and longtime broadcaster, dies at 59, team says
Stacey King, the former Bulls player and longtime color commentator for the team’s games, has died at the age of 59, the team announced.
Stacey King, the former Bulls player and longtime color commentator for the team’s games, has died at the age of 59, the team announced.
Lanes clear on I-85 Southbound after major traffic disruption
All lanes are finally back open on Interstate 85 Southbound at Virginia Avenue following an afternoon accident that triggered extensive bumper-to-bumper gridlock near the airport connector. The Georgia Department of Transportation and emergency response crews finished clearing the wreckage and debris from the active travel lanes just moments ago, allowing the heavily congested holiday-weekend backup to slowly begin dissipating.
All lanes are finally back open on Interstate 85 Southbound at Virginia Avenue following an afternoon accident that triggered extensive bumper-to-bumper gridlock near the airport connector. The Georgia Department of Transportation and emergency response crews finished clearing the wreckage and debris from the active travel lanes just moments ago, allowing the heavily congested holiday-weekend backup to slowly begin dissipating.
Celebrity-backed professional wiffle ball league
A childhood backyard staple is officially transforming into a big-league professional sport in Atlanta. Big League Wiffle Ball (BLW) launches its highly anticipated 2026 season, Sunday, June 7, bringing a star-studded lineup of celebrity owners, national television coverage, and a brand-new hometown franchise to the city. Headlining the season opener is the official debut of the Atlanta Ballers, a new franchise co-owned by two iconic figures in sports and music: seven-time Atlanta Falcons Pro-Bowl wide receiver Julio Jones and Grammy-winning hip-hop artist Nelly. Both celebrity owners are scheduled to be on-site to rally fans and check out the action firsthand.
A childhood backyard staple is officially transforming into a big-league professional sport in Atlanta. Big League Wiffle Ball (BLW) launches its highly anticipated 2026 season, Sunday, June 7, bringing a star-studded lineup of celebrity owners, national television coverage, and a brand-new hometown franchise to the city. Headlining the season opener is the official debut of the Atlanta Ballers, a new franchise co-owned by two iconic figures in sports and music: seven-time Atlanta Falcons Pro-Bowl wide receiver Julio Jones and Grammy-winning hip-hop artist Nelly. Both celebrity owners are scheduled to be on-site to rally fans and check out the action firsthand.
Navigating "100 Deadliest Days": FCCLA teen driving safety
Summer is officially here, meaning thousands of metro Atlanta teenagers are celebrating freedom from the classroom by hitting the open road. However, safety advocates warn that the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day is historically the most treacherous time of year for young motorists.
Summer is officially here, meaning thousands of metro Atlanta teenagers are celebrating freedom from the classroom by hitting the open road. However, safety advocates warn that the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day is historically the most treacherous time of year for young motorists.
Man hospitalized in 'targeted' shooting at Midtown MARTA station in Atlanta
A reported shooting on the southbound platform forced the emergency closure of the Midtown MARTA station for two hours Friday night.
A reported shooting on the southbound platform forced the emergency closure of the Midtown MARTA station for two hours Friday night.
Marietta lab owner accused of $300K genetic testing scam
A laboratory owner faces criminal charges and a civil complaint after state officials said he ran a massive genetic testing scam that stole hundreds of thousands of dollars from the Georgia Medicaid program.
A laboratory owner faces criminal charges and a civil complaint after state officials said he ran a massive genetic testing scam that stole hundreds of thousands of dollars from the Georgia Medicaid program.
Massive cache of automatic weapons, methamphetamine brings down DeKalb County man
An Ellenwood man faces decades behind bars and a $1.1 million fine after a massive drug trafficking investigation.
An Ellenwood man faces decades behind bars and a $1.1 million fine after a massive drug trafficking investigation.
MARTA police continue search for Midtown Atlanta train shooter
Investigators have released new details about what police are calling a targeted attack at the Midtown Atlanta MARTA station on Friday during rush hour.
Investigators have released new details about what police are calling a targeted attack at the Midtown Atlanta MARTA station on Friday during rush hour.
Driver killed by Cobb police after flipping SUV during chase
Cobb County police officers shot and killed a 43-year-old driver who crashed an SUV and fired a gun during a confrontation late Friday night on Windy Hill Road.
Cobb County police officers shot and killed a 43-year-old driver who crashed an SUV and fired a gun during a confrontation late Friday night on Windy Hill Road.
Man wanted for Atlanta murder tried to rob Cherokee man
A homeowner's middle-of-the-night security alert spiraled into a terrifying shootout Friday when two car thieves opened fire directly at a resident who caught them inside his truck.
A homeowner's middle-of-the-night security alert spiraled into a terrifying shootout Friday when two car thieves opened fire directly at a resident who caught them inside his truck.
Midtown MARTA shooter still on the run
The person who opened fire from a train platform at the Midtown Atlanta MARTA station is still on the run.
The person who opened fire from a train platform at the Midtown Atlanta MARTA station is still on the run.
Cobb police shoot, kill driver who opened fire after pursuit
A traffic stop escalated into a deadly shootout Friday night when a reckless driver flipped his vehicle during a police chase and fired at pursuing officers in Cobb County.
A traffic stop escalated into a deadly shootout Friday night when a reckless driver flipped his vehicle during a police chase and fired at pursuing officers in Cobb County.
Man accused of shooting at homeowner was wanted for murder
An early morning security camera alert ended in gunfire after a homeowner confronted two car thieves hiding inside his truck.
An early morning security camera alert ended in gunfire after a homeowner confronted two car thieves hiding inside his truck.
Police continue search for Midtown Atlanta MARTA shooter
MARTA police are hunting for a gunman who wounded a passenger on a crowded train platform during a targeted rush-hour shooting Friday evening.
MARTA police are hunting for a gunman who wounded a passenger on a crowded train platform during a targeted rush-hour shooting Friday evening.
Dead body found in northwest Atlanta, police say
Police are investigating after a body was discovered at a home Saturday afternoon in northwest Atlanta.
Police are investigating after a body was discovered at a home Saturday afternoon in northwest Atlanta.
Spectrum worker charged after ramming Henry County court gate
A Spectrum employee faces charges after authorities said he crashed a company work truck into a Henry County courthouse security gate and drove away early Saturday morning.
A Spectrum employee faces charges after authorities said he crashed a company work truck into a Henry County courthouse security gate and drove away early Saturday morning.