Georgia teen with pacemaker plays basketball again
A Georgia teen who has undergone surgeries and difficulties after being born with a heart disease hopes to play in the NCAA one day.
A Georgia teen who has undergone surgeries and difficulties after being born with a heart disease hopes to play in the NCAA one day.
Cell phone ban in Georgia schools heads to governor's desk
The Georgia Senate moved one step closer to removing mobile devices from public high school classrooms on Monday.
The Georgia Senate moved one step closer to removing mobile devices from public high school classrooms on Monday.
Georgia senate passes high school phone ban
The Georgia Senate moved one step closer to removing mobile devices from public high school classrooms on Monday, passing a bill that would prohibit student access to cellphones from the first bell of the day to the last.
The Georgia Senate moved one step closer to removing mobile devices from public high school classrooms on Monday, passing a bill that would prohibit student access to cellphones from the first bell of the day to the last.
Beloved school crossing guard hit by car
A Peachtree City school crossing guard was struck by a vehicle on Monday morning and seriously injured. The man was hospitalized with a head injury.
A Peachtree City school crossing guard was struck by a vehicle on Monday morning and seriously injured. The man was hospitalized with a head injury.
2 killed in Brookhaven shooting; police seek witnesses
Two men are dead after a shooting late Sunday night in Brookhaven. Police are urging witnesses to come forward in the investigation.
Two men are dead after a shooting late Sunday night in Brookhaven. Police are urging witnesses to come forward in the investigation.
ICE begins deployment to Atlanta airport
ICE agents have arrived at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to help manage growing security lines, which stretched outside the terminal on Monday morning.
ICE agents have arrived at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to help manage growing security lines, which stretched outside the terminal on Monday morning.
Fire engulfs historic Georgia courthouse
Fire crews are working to extinguish a major fire that broke out in the historic Floyd County Courthouse on Monday afternoon. Authorities have evacuated the nearby public as parts of the building have collapsed.
Fire crews are working to extinguish a major fire that broke out in the historic Floyd County Courthouse on Monday afternoon. Authorities have evacuated the nearby public as parts of the building have collapsed.
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.
A historic Georgia landmark was destroyed on Monday afternoon after a massive fire gutted the 134-year-old Floyd County Courthouse in Government Plaza.
Two men killed in Brookhaven shooting; witnesses sought by police
Brookhaven police are investigating a shooting on North Cliff Valley Way that killed two people.
Brookhaven police are investigating a shooting on North Cliff Valley Way that killed two people.
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.
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.
Flight attendant survives after being ejected from plane in LaGuardia Airport crash
A flight attendant, who was strapped into her seat, was ejected from the aircraft during the crash at LaGuardia Airport. Here's what to know.
A flight attendant, who was strapped into her seat, was ejected from the aircraft during the crash at LaGuardia Airport. Here's what to know.
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.
A Peachtree City crossing guard was rushed to Grady Memorial Hospital with severe injuries after being struck by a car Monday morning.
Amari Brown’s Miracle Return to Tucker High
At 6-foot-7, Tucker High School sophomore Amari Brown has always stood out on the basketball court. But this season, it’s not just his height or his jump shot that’s catching everyone’s attention—it’s the fact that he’s playing at all. Just months after a terrifying medical emergency and a life-saving heart surgery, the young standout is officially back in the lineup, completing what his coaches and family are calling a "miracle recovery."
At 6-foot-7, Tucker High School sophomore Amari Brown has always stood out on the basketball court. But this season, it’s not just his height or his jump shot that’s catching everyone’s attention—it’s the fact that he’s playing at all. Just months after a terrifying medical emergency and a life-saving heart surgery, the young standout is officially back in the lineup, completing what his coaches and family are calling a "miracle recovery."
Sean Duffy speaks at LaGuardia with FAA administrator
U.S. Secretary of Transportation, Sean Duffy delivered remarks at LaGuardia Airport Monday afternoon following a collision involving a Canada Airlines aircraft and a firetruck on Sunday, 03/23/26. He was joined by Bryan Bedford to discuss aviation safety, emergency response, and next steps in the investigation. Officials emphasized passenger safety and coordinated federal oversight during the incident.
U.S. Secretary of Transportation, Sean Duffy delivered remarks at LaGuardia Airport Monday afternoon following a collision involving a Canada Airlines aircraft and a firetruck on Sunday, 03/23/26. He was joined by Bryan Bedford to discuss aviation safety, emergency response, and next steps in the investigation. Officials emphasized passenger safety and coordinated federal oversight during the incident.
Legislation targets ice detention and airport deployment
An Atlanta city councilman is proposing legislation to block any new ICE detention centers within Atlanta city limits. The resolution aims to prevent the federal government from establishing immigration detention facilities in the city. Councilman Antonio Lewis says he’s also raising concerns about ICE agents being seen at Hartsfield-Jackson Airport, questioning why immigration officers are present if they are not trained to work with TSA.
An Atlanta city councilman is proposing legislation to block any new ICE detention centers within Atlanta city limits. The resolution aims to prevent the federal government from establishing immigration detention facilities in the city. Councilman Antonio Lewis says he’s also raising concerns about ICE agents being seen at Hartsfield-Jackson Airport, questioning why immigration officers are present if they are not trained to work with TSA.
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.
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.
Georgia senate passes high school cellphone ban
The era of the "classroom scroll" is officially coming to an end in the Peach State. On Monday, March 23, 2026, the Georgia State Senate voted to pass House Bill 1009, which extends the state's existing elementary and middle school cellphone ban to all public high schools. The legislation now heads to Governor Brian Kemp’s desk for his expected signature. If signed, the "bell-to-bell" ban will require all high school students to put away their personal devices—including smartphones, tablets, smartwatches, and headphones—during the entire school day.
The era of the "classroom scroll" is officially coming to an end in the Peach State. On Monday, March 23, 2026, the Georgia State Senate voted to pass House Bill 1009, which extends the state's existing elementary and middle school cellphone ban to all public high schools. The legislation now heads to Governor Brian Kemp’s desk for his expected signature. If signed, the "bell-to-bell" ban will require all high school students to put away their personal devices—including smartphones, tablets, smartwatches, and headphones—during the entire school day.
Major fire at historic Floyd County courthouse
A massive fire has broken out at the Historic Floyd County Courthouse in downtown Rome on Monday, March 23, 2026. Emergency crews are currently on the scene battling heavy flames and thick black smoke that can be seen billowing across the city’s skyline. The fire was reported early this afternoon, prompting the Rome Police Department to issue an urgent traffic advisory, asking residents to avoid 5th Avenue at Tribune and the Government Plaza area while fire operations are underway.
A massive fire has broken out at the Historic Floyd County Courthouse in downtown Rome on Monday, March 23, 2026. Emergency crews are currently on the scene battling heavy flames and thick black smoke that can be seen billowing across the city’s skyline. The fire was reported early this afternoon, prompting the Rome Police Department to issue an urgent traffic advisory, asking residents to avoid 5th Avenue at Tribune and the Government Plaza area while fire operations are underway.
Nine arrested in major College Park fentanyl bust
A massive multi-agency narcotics sweep, dubbed "Operation Shutdown," has resulted in the arrest of nine individuals and the seizure of a lethal amount of fentanyl. College Park Police, supported by federal and local SWAT teams, executed a series of raids on Thursday, March 19, 2026, targeting drug distribution hubs along the Old National Parkway corridor. The operation comes as the city intensifies its crackdown on "high-risk" areas, focusing on motels that officials say have become magnets for criminal activity.
A massive multi-agency narcotics sweep, dubbed "Operation Shutdown," has resulted in the arrest of nine individuals and the seizure of a lethal amount of fentanyl. College Park Police, supported by federal and local SWAT teams, executed a series of raids on Thursday, March 19, 2026, targeting drug distribution hubs along the Old National Parkway corridor. The operation comes as the city intensifies its crackdown on "high-risk" areas, focusing on motels that officials say have become magnets for criminal activity.
Trump orders ice agents to unmask at security checkpoints
Speaking to reporters before departing Mar-a-Lago on Monday, March 23, 2026, President Trump clarified the rules of engagement for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents currently deployed to major American airports. The President confirmed that while he supports agents wearing masks during "high-stakes" raids, he has officially requested they remove them when working alongside TSA to manage the ongoing travel crisis caused by the DHS funding impasse.
Speaking to reporters before departing Mar-a-Lago on Monday, March 23, 2026, President Trump clarified the rules of engagement for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents currently deployed to major American airports. The President confirmed that while he supports agents wearing masks during "high-stakes" raids, he has officially requested they remove them when working alongside TSA to manage the ongoing travel crisis caused by the DHS funding impasse.