Wednesday evening forecast
Near record temperatures on Thursday and Friday.
Near record temperatures on Thursday and Friday.
Minneapolis ICE shooting: Minnesota's lawmakers react to fatality
The fatal shooting of a woman in south Minneapolis by ICE agents on Wednesday has led to an outpouring of statements by Minnesota’s political leaders, both denouncing the presence of immigration officials and supporting them in their efforts.
The fatal shooting of a woman in south Minneapolis by ICE agents on Wednesday has led to an outpouring of statements by Minnesota’s political leaders, both denouncing the presence of immigration officials and supporting them in their efforts.
Lawmakers moving closer to ending Georgia income tax
A Republican-led committee approved a final report outlining a plan to eliminate Georgia’s income tax.
A Republican-led committee approved a final report outlining a plan to eliminate Georgia’s income tax.
Gov. Walz calls fatal ICE shooting ‘totally predictable, totally avoidable’
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz called the fatal shooting of a 37-year-old woman by an ICE agent in south Minneapolis on Wednesday morning "totally predictable, and totally avoidable."
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz called the fatal shooting of a 37-year-old woman by an ICE agent in south Minneapolis on Wednesday morning "totally predictable, and totally avoidable."
Church friends help search for missing 79-year-old woman
Ernestine "Erni" Merritt, 79, has been missing since 4:20 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 4.
Ernestine "Erni" Merritt, 79, has been missing since 4:20 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 4.
Expert: Brake issue likely caused all 8 tires to melt on LATAM jet in Atlanta
A former pilot said some sort of brake issue likely caused a plane's tires to blow while landing at the Atlanta airport.
A former pilot said some sort of brake issue likely caused a plane's tires to blow while landing at the Atlanta airport.
Video shows Minneapolis ICE shooting that left woman dead
An ICE agent is claiming self-defense after shooting and killing a woman in Minneapolis. Eyewitnesses tell a different story.
An ICE agent is claiming self-defense after shooting and killing a woman in Minneapolis. Eyewitnesses tell a different story.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz calls ICE shooting 'total chaos'
Gov. Tim Walz of Minnesota speaks out after the ICE shooting in Minneapolis that left a woman dead. Governor Walz comments on the unprecedented nature of the situation and says his primary responsibility is to protect Minnesotans.
Gov. Tim Walz of Minnesota speaks out after the ICE shooting in Minneapolis that left a woman dead. Governor Walz comments on the unprecedented nature of the situation and says his primary responsibility is to protect Minnesotans.
Person of interest in Rockdale County gaming machine armed robbery
Investigators are searching for two persons of interest following the theft of nearly $7,000 from a Conyers-area gas station.
Investigators are searching for two persons of interest following the theft of nearly $7,000 from a Conyers-area gas station.
No lead pipes found in DeKalb County; officials call for public’s help
DeKalb County’s publicly owned drinking water system contains no known lead pipes, officials announced on Wednesday.
DeKalb County’s publicly owned drinking water system contains no known lead pipes, officials announced on Wednesday.
Georgia flat tax proposal heads to Capitol hearing
State lawmakers will take a closer look at Georgia’s proposed flat tax during a 10 a.m. hearing at the State Capitol. The meeting comes as the final report on the proposal is now complete and ready to be presented when the legislature reconvenes on Monday 1/12/26. The discussion is expected to shape the next phase of debate over potential tax changes, and the lieutenant governor is anticipated to attend, signaling the proposal’s significance at the state level.
State lawmakers will take a closer look at Georgia’s proposed flat tax during a 10 a.m. hearing at the State Capitol. The meeting comes as the final report on the proposal is now complete and ready to be presented when the legislature reconvenes on Monday 1/12/26. The discussion is expected to shape the next phase of debate over potential tax changes, and the lieutenant governor is anticipated to attend, signaling the proposal’s significance at the state level.
One year after California wildfires, rebuilding continues
It’s been a year since two major wildfires tore across opposite sides of Los Angeles County. We look at the sites of the Eaton Fire in Altadena, where recovery is still far from over.
It’s been a year since two major wildfires tore across opposite sides of Los Angeles County. We look at the sites of the Eaton Fire in Altadena, where recovery is still far from over.
19-year-old arrested, charged with murder in Luckie Street shooting
Atlanta police arrested 19-year-old Anthony Lane for murder following a fatal shooting on Luckie Street NW on Tuesday morning.
Atlanta police arrested 19-year-old Anthony Lane for murder following a fatal shooting on Luckie Street NW on Tuesday morning.
79-year-old DeKalb County woman with dementia missing
79-year-old Ernestine Merrit, who has been diagnosed with dementia, went missing after trying to go to church. Her neighbors and church family is asking for help in their search for Merritt.
79-year-old Ernestine Merrit, who has been diagnosed with dementia, went missing after trying to go to church. Her neighbors and church family is asking for help in their search for Merritt.
US Aviation awarded $835M for Air Force pilot training
US Aviation Academy has been awarded an $835-million-dollar, ten-year contract to provide Air Force pilot training, much of which will take place in Peachtree City.
US Aviation Academy has been awarded an $835-million-dollar, ten-year contract to provide Air Force pilot training, much of which will take place in Peachtree City.
White House briefs lawmakers on Venezuela, Trump plans oil meeting
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt addressed reporters on January 7, 2026, detailing U.S. actions related to Venezuela following the recent capture of Nicolás Maduro. Leavitt said the U.S. has “maximum leverage” over Venezuela’s interim authorities and is in close coordination with them. She confirmed President Trump will meet with major U.S. oil executives on January 9 to discuss revitalizing Venezuela’s oil sector. Leavitt’s remarks came as lawmakers were being briefed on Capitol Hill about Venezuela policy and broader foreign policy objectives. The administration has also signaled continued interest in Greenland, calling military options “always available,” though top allies have rejected any forced takeover.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt addressed reporters on January 7, 2026, detailing U.S. actions related to Venezuela following the recent capture of Nicolás Maduro. Leavitt said the U.S. has “maximum leverage” over Venezuela’s interim authorities and is in close coordination with them. She confirmed President Trump will meet with major U.S. oil executives on January 9 to discuss revitalizing Venezuela’s oil sector. Leavitt’s remarks came as lawmakers were being briefed on Capitol Hill about Venezuela policy and broader foreign policy objectives. The administration has also signaled continued interest in Greenland, calling military options “always available,” though top allies have rejected any forced takeover.
Flu update: Flu activity at record levels in Georgia
With school back in session, case numbers aren't likely to begin falling yet. We breakdown the numbers we are seeing and what we can expect moving forward.
With school back in session, case numbers aren't likely to begin falling yet. We breakdown the numbers we are seeing and what we can expect moving forward.
Democrat Nabilah Islam Parkes enters 2026 race for Insurance Commissioner
Georgia State Sen. Nabilah Islam Parkes has launched a 2026 campaign for Insurance Commissioner, promising to tackle rising premiums and "skyrocketing" costs.
Georgia State Sen. Nabilah Islam Parkes has launched a 2026 campaign for Insurance Commissioner, promising to tackle rising premiums and "skyrocketing" costs.
GBI arrests two officers in separate corruption investigations
A major and a sergeant, Johnny McCoy and Andrew Glass, with the Towns County Sheriff's Office have been arrested by the GBI in two separate investigations.
A major and a sergeant, Johnny McCoy and Andrew Glass, with the Towns County Sheriff's Office have been arrested by the GBI in two separate investigations.
ICE shooting in Minneapolis leaves woman dead
A woman has died after being shot by an ICE agent in south Minneapolis during a Wednesday operation. DHS says the agent fired in self-defense after protesters allegedly blocked officers and a vehicle threatened them. Witnesses dispute ICE’s account, saying the car was not moving toward agents and emergency help was delayed. ICE officers who were injured are expected to recover. The situation is ongoing, and more details are expected.
A woman has died after being shot by an ICE agent in south Minneapolis during a Wednesday operation. DHS says the agent fired in self-defense after protesters allegedly blocked officers and a vehicle threatened them. Witnesses dispute ICE’s account, saying the car was not moving toward agents and emergency help was delayed. ICE officers who were injured are expected to recover. The situation is ongoing, and more details are expected.