Body recovered after swimmer disappears in Noonday Creek in Cobb County
A person who disappeared in Noonday Creek over Memorial Day weekend has been found dead following an extensive search effort, according to Cobb County authorities.
A person who disappeared in Noonday Creek over Memorial Day weekend has been found dead following an extensive search effort, according to Cobb County authorities.
Gwinnett's Summer Meal Program kicks off for students
Gwinnett Summer Meal Program addresses food insecurity by providing breakfast and lunch to children 18-and-under everyday through the end of July, 2026. Visit gwinnettsummermeals.com for more information and food pick-up locations.
Gwinnett Summer Meal Program addresses food insecurity by providing breakfast and lunch to children 18-and-under everyday through the end of July, 2026. Visit gwinnettsummermeals.com for more information and food pick-up locations.
At least 1 dead, 9 missing after chemical implosion at Longview, WA facility
One person is confirmed dead and nine others are unaccounted for after a major chemical implosion at pulp and paper mill in Longview, Washington.
One person is confirmed dead and nine others are unaccounted for after a major chemical implosion at pulp and paper mill in Longview, Washington.
Former reality star Lindsie Chrisley arrested on DUI
Lindsie Chrisley, the daughter of "Chrisley Knows Best" stars Todd and Julie Chrisley, was arrested Sunday for allegedly driving under the influence in Cherokee County, according to the sheriff's office.
Lindsie Chrisley, the daughter of "Chrisley Knows Best" stars Todd and Julie Chrisley, was arrested Sunday for allegedly driving under the influence in Cherokee County, according to the sheriff's office.
Several injuries reported on Georgia waterways holiday weekend
Georgia game wardens responded to multiple boating incidents across the state during the Memorial Day holiday weekend, including several involving children.
Georgia game wardens responded to multiple boating incidents across the state during the Memorial Day holiday weekend, including several involving children.
Mug shot of woman arrested for Grayson shooting released
Gwinnett County police are investigating the death of a person found inside a home in unincorporated Grayson on Sunday morning.
Gwinnett County police are investigating the death of a person found inside a home in unincorporated Grayson on Sunday morning.
Georgia, Georgia Tech host NCAA baseball regionals
Georgia Bulldogs baseball and Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets baseball are both hosting NCAA Regionals as they begin their road to Omaha.
Georgia Bulldogs baseball and Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets baseball are both hosting NCAA Regionals as they begin their road to Omaha.
AI called biggest threat to humanity by pope
Pope Leo is calling AI -- artificial intelligence -- the biggest threat to humanity. He also said that the concentration of immense digital power in the hands of a few must be countered. Anchor Alex Whittler breaks it down.
Pope Leo is calling AI -- artificial intelligence -- the biggest threat to humanity. He also said that the concentration of immense digital power in the hands of a few must be countered. Anchor Alex Whittler breaks it down.
8AM Top Stories for May 26, 2026
Top stories for Tuesday morning include stormy weather in metro Atlanta and downed trees, a fatal police chases, a kidnapping arrest, a Chrisley arrest, Atlanta weather and Atlanta traffic.
Top stories for Tuesday morning include stormy weather in metro Atlanta and downed trees, a fatal police chases, a kidnapping arrest, a Chrisley arrest, Atlanta weather and Atlanta traffic.
A look at recent fatal police chases in metro Atlanta and beyond
The high number of deadly police pursuits across metro Atlanta and North Georgia have previously fueled debate over when officers should chase suspects — and whether stricter rules could save lives.
The high number of deadly police pursuits across metro Atlanta and North Georgia have previously fueled debate over when officers should chase suspects — and whether stricter rules could save lives.
Woman killed after driver loses control during Atlanta chase
A man has been charged after a reckless high-speed chase in Fulton County ended in a deadly gas station crash. A woman was killed and 3 others were badly hurt. Kaitlyn Pratt reporting for Good Day Atlanta.
A man has been charged after a reckless high-speed chase in Fulton County ended in a deadly gas station crash. A woman was killed and 3 others were badly hurt. Kaitlyn Pratt reporting for Good Day Atlanta.
Georgia students competing at national spelling bee
Two Georgia students are taking the national stage this week as the 98th Scripps National Spelling Bee gets underway.
Two Georgia students are taking the national stage this week as the 98th Scripps National Spelling Bee gets underway.
2 Georgia students competing in spelling bee
Two students from Georgia are representing the state this week at the 98th Scripps National Spelling Bee.
Two students from Georgia are representing the state this week at the 98th Scripps National Spelling Bee.
Atlanta not best or worst place to raise a family, study says
Atlanta ranked 41st in WalletHub’s new list of the best U.S. cities to raise a family in 2026.
Atlanta ranked 41st in WalletHub’s new list of the best U.S. cities to raise a family in 2026.
Tuesday weather: Stormy pattern keeps soggy weather in metro Atlanta
Metro Atlanta is getting another gloomy and stormy day Tuesday as a stubborn wet weather pattern continues across north Georgia.
Metro Atlanta is getting another gloomy and stormy day Tuesday as a stubborn wet weather pattern continues across north Georgia.
Duluth’s Melting Pot joins wave of metro Atlanta closures after 36 years
The Melting Pot will close May 31 after serving the Duluth community for more than three decades.
The Melting Pot will close May 31 after serving the Duluth community for more than three decades.
Georgia fans pick final resting places at stadiums
A new survey found Georgia sports fans would most want their ashes scattered at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.
A new survey found Georgia sports fans would most want their ashes scattered at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.
Atlanta gas prices remain high despite national dip
Drivers across metro Atlanta are still paying close to $4 a gallon at the pump, even as gas prices begin easing in many parts of the country.
Drivers across metro Atlanta are still paying close to $4 a gallon at the pump, even as gas prices begin easing in many parts of the country.
Storm cleanup continues after wet Memorial Day weekend
Georgia Power crews worked Tuesday morning to restore service after a tree fell near Jonesboro Road in southeast Atlanta.
Georgia Power crews worked Tuesday morning to restore service after a tree fell near Jonesboro Road in southeast Atlanta.
Soggy start to the morning commute in metro Atlanta
Residents returning to work after the Memorial Day weekend faced wet roads, downed trees and potential travel delays Monday morning after storms swept through metro Atlanta and north Georgia.
Residents returning to work after the Memorial Day weekend faced wet roads, downed trees and potential travel delays Monday morning after storms swept through metro Atlanta and north Georgia.