ACLU details deadly impact of overcrowding at Fulton Co. jail
The ACLU held a press conference on Tuesday morning to talk about overcrowding at the Fulton County Jail, which they said has lead to deadly consequences. Aungelique Proctor reporting.
The ACLU held a press conference on Tuesday morning to talk about overcrowding at the Fulton County Jail, which they said has lead to deadly consequences. Aungelique Proctor reporting.
Former Atlanta Housing exec pleads guilty to multiple fraud charges
A senior executive at Atlanta Housing has pleaded guilty to multiple federal fraud charges tied to housing assistance, pandemic relief funds and mortgage refinancing.
A senior executive at Atlanta Housing has pleaded guilty to multiple federal fraud charges tied to housing assistance, pandemic relief funds and mortgage refinancing.
Gwinnett County hosts career fair at Gas South Arena
Gwinnett County hosts its annual career fair to boast opportunities working for the county in a variety of fields from Accounting and Finance, Education, Facility Operations, Automotive, Administrative, Legal, to Animal Control and more. The fair offers information on a wide spectrum of positions, entry levels, and opportunities. Full list of available jobs can be found at GwinnettCountyJobs.com.
Gwinnett County hosts its annual career fair to boast opportunities working for the county in a variety of fields from Accounting and Finance, Education, Facility Operations, Automotive, Administrative, Legal, to Animal Control and more. The fair offers information on a wide spectrum of positions, entry levels, and opportunities. Full list of available jobs can be found at GwinnettCountyJobs.com.
Bill and Hillary Clinton agree to testify in Epstein probe
Bill and Hillary Clinton have agreed to provide sworn depositions in the House investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. The agreement follows a push for a contempt of Congress vote by the House Oversight Committee. While dates are still being finalized, the testimony is expected to address transparency regarding Epstein’s connections to high-profile figures. Committee leaders have temporarily paused contempt proceedings while negotiations for the sworn testimony continue.
Bill and Hillary Clinton have agreed to provide sworn depositions in the House investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. The agreement follows a push for a contempt of Congress vote by the House Oversight Committee. While dates are still being finalized, the testimony is expected to address transparency regarding Epstein’s connections to high-profile figures. Committee leaders have temporarily paused contempt proceedings while negotiations for the sworn testimony continue.
Morrow man arrested for threat at Upson-Lee Elementary School
Morrow man Demarcus Deon Spivey was arrested for a hoax gun threat that forced a lockdown at Upson-Lee Elementary School in Upson County.
Morrow man Demarcus Deon Spivey was arrested for a hoax gun threat that forced a lockdown at Upson-Lee Elementary School in Upson County.
Senate investigates potential Nazi accounts in Swiss Bank
The Senate Judiciary Committee held a hearing to investigate hidden, historical connections between Swiss bank Credit Suisse, now owned by UBS, and Nazi-related accounts, including potential support for Nazis fleeing justice. The hearing focused on newly revealed, previously undisclosed accounts and a pattern of obstruction regarding investigations into these wartime assets.
The Senate Judiciary Committee held a hearing to investigate hidden, historical connections between Swiss bank Credit Suisse, now owned by UBS, and Nazi-related accounts, including potential support for Nazis fleeing justice. The hearing focused on newly revealed, previously undisclosed accounts and a pattern of obstruction regarding investigations into these wartime assets.
New ACLU report reveals problems at Fulton County Jail
The American Civil Liberties Union of Georgia released a new report revealing a myriad of problems at the Fulton County Jail following a massive recent flood at the jail. Since 2021, 32 people in the Fulton County Jail have died from suicide, violence, and/or neglect.
The American Civil Liberties Union of Georgia released a new report revealing a myriad of problems at the Fulton County Jail following a massive recent flood at the jail. Since 2021, 32 people in the Fulton County Jail have died from suicide, violence, and/or neglect.
Alcohol found in infant’s blood; Atlanta mother faces murder charge
A woman was taken into custody this week and charged in connection with the death of a 3-month-old boy whose death was later ruled a homicide, Atlanta police said.
A woman was taken into custody this week and charged in connection with the death of a 3-month-old boy whose death was later ruled a homicide, Atlanta police said.
Sen. Warnock, colleagues demand answers following FBI Fulton County raid
FBI executed a Jan. 28 search at the Fulton County Election Hub seeking 2020 election records.
FBI executed a Jan. 28 search at the Fulton County Election Hub seeking 2020 election records.
Inside Fox Theatres official gift shop
Atlanta's iconic Fox Theatre has raised the curtain on a new on-site gift shop, located inside the theater and featuring a selection of apparel and keepsakes inspired by the venue's design and history.
Atlanta's iconic Fox Theatre has raised the curtain on a new on-site gift shop, located inside the theater and featuring a selection of apparel and keepsakes inspired by the venue's design and history.
Morehouse College fined after incident during weekend basketball game
Tuskegee Golden Tigers men’s basketball coach Benjy Taylor was briefly detained and led off the court in handcuffs after Tuskegee’s road loss to Morehouse Maroon Tigers on Saturday night in Atlanta.
Tuskegee Golden Tigers men’s basketball coach Benjy Taylor was briefly detained and led off the court in handcuffs after Tuskegee’s road loss to Morehouse Maroon Tigers on Saturday night in Atlanta.
Josh D'Amaro named next Walt Disney Company CEO to succeed Bob Iger
Josh D’Amaro, who heads Disney’s Experiences division, will become CEO effective March 18, succeeding Bob Iger.
Josh D’Amaro, who heads Disney’s Experiences division, will become CEO effective March 18, succeeding Bob Iger.
8AM Top Stories for Feb. 3, 2026
Top stories for Tuesday include shooting at Decatur library, Fulton County pushing back on FBI raid, Gwinnett officers shot during call, Fulton County Jail issues, and winter weather issues for northern counties.
Top stories for Tuesday include shooting at Decatur library, Fulton County pushing back on FBI raid, Gwinnett officers shot during call, Fulton County Jail issues, and winter weather issues for northern counties.
Georgia lawmakers advance high school cellphone ban bill
Georgia lawmakers are moving forward with legislation that would ban student use of cellphones and other electronic devices during the school day in public high schools.
Georgia lawmakers are moving forward with legislation that would ban student use of cellphones and other electronic devices during the school day in public high schools.
Savannah Guthrie asks for prayer as her mother remains missing: 'We need you'
Nancy Guthrie, 84, was last seen on Saturday evening at her residence near East Skyline Drive and North Campbell Avenue, north of Tucson, at around 9:30 p.m. after family members dropped her off, according to the Pima County Sheriff’s Department.
Nancy Guthrie, 84, was last seen on Saturday evening at her residence near East Skyline Drive and North Campbell Avenue, north of Tucson, at around 9:30 p.m. after family members dropped her off, according to the Pima County Sheriff’s Department.
Georgia Legislative Black Caucus unveils this year's priorities
The Georgia Legislative Black Caucus has unveiled its legislative priorities for 2026, outlining a policy agenda focused on health care, wages and support for children across the state.
The Georgia Legislative Black Caucus has unveiled its legislative priorities for 2026, outlining a policy agenda focused on health care, wages and support for children across the state.
Georgia Legislative Black Caucus unveils legislative priorities
The Georgia Legislative Black Caucus held a press conference on Monday at the Georgia State Capitol to announce its legislative priorities for this year.
The Georgia Legislative Black Caucus held a press conference on Monday at the Georgia State Capitol to announce its legislative priorities for this year.
Rain moves into metro Atlanta, North Georgia Tuesday into Wednesday
North Georgia temperatures will climb into the 50s Tuesday before a round of steady rain arrives tonight.
North Georgia temperatures will climb into the 50s Tuesday before a round of steady rain arrives tonight.
Atlanta Falcons formally introduces new GM on Tuesday
The Atlanta Falcons are set to formally introduce their new general manager just days after announcing the hire.
The Atlanta Falcons are set to formally introduce their new general manager just days after announcing the hire.
DNI's Tulsi Gabbard defends presence at FBI Fulton County raid last week
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard has confirmed she was present during the FBI’s execution of a search warrant at an election office in Fulton County last week.
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard has confirmed she was present during the FBI’s execution of a search warrant at an election office in Fulton County last week.