Cartersville shooting: Deputy opens fire near Highway 20 overpass

A Bartow County deputy was involved in a shooting along Canton Highway, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation confirmed.

Top Iranian officials killed as strikes continue in the Middle East

President Donald Trump's claims of a lack of support to secure the Strait of Hormuz come amid Joe Kent, director of the U.S. National Counterterrorism Center, announcing his resignation on Tuesday.

Virginia-Highland housing project sparks safety fears
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Virginia Highland residents say a city-partnered rapid housing project for the homeless is fueling a surge in local crime and drug use.

Georgia man posed as adult film star to scam NFL, NBA athletes while on house arrest: Feds

A Buford man was denied bond last week as he awaits trial after being accused of targeting professional athletes in a two-pronged scheme and sex-trafficking a woman in the process, all while in federal prison.

Shaquille O'Neal to cover funeral costs for 12-year-old who died after fight

Basketball legend Shaquille O'Neal announced on Tuesday that he will be covering the funeral costs for Jada West, a 12-year-old girl who died following an altercation at a school bus stop.

Gwinnett County man accused in athlete scam
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 A Buford man was denied bond last week as he awaits trial after being accused of targeting professional athletes in a two-pronged scheme and sex-trafficking a woman in the process, all while in federal prison.

Suspects dies in Pickens VA clinic shooting
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An investigation is underway after a suspected shooter was killed by police and a VA employee was airlifted to a hospital following a shooting Tuesday afternoon at the Pickens County VA Clinic.

Gov. Kemp suspends Hall County sheriff accused of DUI

Gov. Brian Kemp suspended a Georgia sheriff on Tuesday after he was allegedly caught driving drunk last month.

5 years after EF-4 tornado, Newnan honors 'Seasons of Strength' and recovery

This weekend, a stage performance will share the personal stories of survivors to mark the fifth anniversary of the EF-4 tornado that devastated Newnan.

Nancy Guthrie disappearance: Day 45 latest updates

Tuesday marks Day 45 in the search for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, as we enter the seventh week since her disappearance from her Tucson-area home on Feb. 1. Authorities believe Nancy was taken from her home against her will.

Former financial advisor used stolen $10M to build Vinings mansion

A former investment advisor from Lithia Springs pleaded guilty to wire fraud after stealing nearly $10 million from an elderly client.

Suspect shooter dies after being shot by Jasper police
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An individual has died after he was shot by Jasper Police during an incident on Tuesday afternoon at the Pickens County VA Clinic on East Church Street in Jasper. A victim was also airlifted to a hospital. 

Newnan tornado survivors mark 5 years later
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Five years after a devastating EF-4 tornado tore through Newnan and Coweta County, survivors and community members are coming together this weekend for a powerful tribute to their shared resilience. A full-scale community stage performance will give 100 survivors the chance to tell their story. Producer Gwendolyn Kuhlman describes the event not as "entertainment," but as a cathartic space for healing.

Counterterrorism Director Joe Kent resigns over Iran war
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A major fracture has appeared within the highest levels of the U.S. intelligence community. Joe Kent, the Director of the National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC), has resigned in protest of the ongoing conflict with Iran. Kent, whose position is considered one of the top five intelligence posts in the nation, delivered a blistering resignation letter to President Trump today, Tuesday, March 17, 2026. Kent’s departure marks the most significant internal defection since Operation Epic Fury began three weeks ago. Meanwhile, the administration faces bipartisan backlash over FCC Chair Brendan Carr’s warning that local stations could lose their licenses for airing what the agency deems "fake news" about the conflict.