What survived and what died under the Gold Dome
Georgia's Crossover Day on Friday, March 6, 2026, saw a marathon session that stretched into the early hours of Saturday. As the crucial deadline for bills to pass at least one chamber, lawmakers green-lit major property tax caps and income tax cuts while dealing a fatal blow to sports betting and a massive overhaul of the state's voting system.
Georgia's Crossover Day on Friday, March 6, 2026, saw a marathon session that stretched into the early hours of Saturday. As the crucial deadline for bills to pass at least one chamber, lawmakers green-lit major property tax caps and income tax cuts while dealing a fatal blow to sports betting and a massive overhaul of the state's voting system.
2 charged with attempting to support ISIS in Gracie Mansion bomb plot
NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch says both Emir Balat, 18 and Ibrahim Kayumi, 19 admitted to working on behalf of ISIS.
NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch says both Emir Balat, 18 and Ibrahim Kayumi, 19 admitted to working on behalf of ISIS.
12-year-old student dies after off-campus fight
A community is in mourning after Jada West, a 12-year-old student at Mason Creek Middle School, passed away following a fight that occurred off-campus last Thursday. The Villa Rica Police Department and the Douglas County District Attorney’s Office are currently investigating the incident, which family members say was the result of ongoing bullying.
A community is in mourning after Jada West, a 12-year-old student at Mason Creek Middle School, passed away following a fight that occurred off-campus last Thursday. The Villa Rica Police Department and the Douglas County District Attorney’s Office are currently investigating the incident, which family members say was the result of ongoing bullying.
Clarke Central High School evacuated after reported propane leak
Students at a Clarke County high school were evacuated on Monday afternoon following a reported propane leak on campus.
Students at a Clarke County high school were evacuated on Monday afternoon following a reported propane leak on campus.
Team USA and Mexico clash in Houston
The 2026 World Baseball Classic reaches a fever pitch tonight, March 9, 2026, as Team USA and Mexico meet at Daikin Park in Houston. Both teams enter the marquee matchup of Pool B with perfect 2-0 records. With reigning NL Cy Young winner Paul Skenes on the mound for the U.S. and a history of Mexico upsets in this tournament, tonight's sold-out game will likely determine who takes the top seed into the quarterfinals.
The 2026 World Baseball Classic reaches a fever pitch tonight, March 9, 2026, as Team USA and Mexico meet at Daikin Park in Houston. Both teams enter the marquee matchup of Pool B with perfect 2-0 records. With reigning NL Cy Young winner Paul Skenes on the mound for the U.S. and a history of Mexico upsets in this tournament, tonight's sold-out game will likely determine who takes the top seed into the quarterfinals.
Nancy Guthrie disappearance: Day 37 latest updates
Monday marks Day 37 in the search for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, who went missing from her Tucson-area home on Feb. 1. Authorities believe Nancy was taken from her home against her will.
Monday marks Day 37 in the search for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, who went missing from her Tucson-area home on Feb. 1. Authorities believe Nancy was taken from her home against her will.
A look inside the UGA Trial Gardens
Chris Rosenthal takes us inside the lush, on-campus retreat of the University of Georgia Trial Gardens on Monday, March 9, 2026. As Athens prepares for the "Year of the Azalea," the Trial Gardens are showcasing the latest in heat-tolerant horticulture and gearing up for their highly anticipated annual spring plant sale.
Chris Rosenthal takes us inside the lush, on-campus retreat of the University of Georgia Trial Gardens on Monday, March 9, 2026. As Athens prepares for the "Year of the Azalea," the Trial Gardens are showcasing the latest in heat-tolerant horticulture and gearing up for their highly anticipated annual spring plant sale.
Suspect identified in the shooting at Rihanna’s home
The Los Angeles Police Department has identified the suspect in Sunday’s daylight shooting at Rihanna’s home as 35-year-old Ivanna Ortiz. The Florida woman was apprehended in Sherman Oaks shortly after allegedly firing up to 10 rounds from an AR-15-style rifle at the singer’s residence while the family was inside.The incident occurred around 1:20 p.m. on March 8, 2026. Police allege Ortiz pulled up to the property in a white Tesla and discharged an AR-15-style rifle. According to investigators, at least four rounds struck the house, while others hit a front gate and an Airstream trailer parked in the driveway.
The Los Angeles Police Department has identified the suspect in Sunday’s daylight shooting at Rihanna’s home as 35-year-old Ivanna Ortiz. The Florida woman was apprehended in Sherman Oaks shortly after allegedly firing up to 10 rounds from an AR-15-style rifle at the singer’s residence while the family was inside.The incident occurred around 1:20 p.m. on March 8, 2026. Police allege Ortiz pulled up to the property in a white Tesla and discharged an AR-15-style rifle. According to investigators, at least four rounds struck the house, while others hit a front gate and an Airstream trailer parked in the driveway.
30-year-old man killed at Powder Springs Park
Powder Springs police are searching for a female suspect after a 30-year-old man was shot and killed at Powder Springs Park on Sunday night, March 8, 2026. The victim died from a single gunshot wound to the chest. This incident follows a separate, unrelated officer-involved shooting in the city just days prior involving a mental health crisis.
Powder Springs police are searching for a female suspect after a 30-year-old man was shot and killed at Powder Springs Park on Sunday night, March 8, 2026. The victim died from a single gunshot wound to the chest. This incident follows a separate, unrelated officer-involved shooting in the city just days prior involving a mental health crisis.
Florida's worst drought in 25 years hits citrus groves
Florida citrus growers are battling the state's worst drought in a quarter-century, which has already pushed orange yields to record lows. With severe to extreme drought conditions persisting in Polk County and across Central Florida, farmers are navigating a "perfect storm" of water shortages and the aftermath of a historic February freeze.
Florida citrus growers are battling the state's worst drought in a quarter-century, which has already pushed orange yields to record lows. With severe to extreme drought conditions persisting in Polk County and across Central Florida, farmers are navigating a "perfect storm" of water shortages and the aftermath of a historic February freeze.
U.S. Hostage and Wrongful Detainee Day 2026
Secretary of State Marco Rubio and FBI Deputy Director Christopher Raia presided over a somber flag-raising ceremony at the State Department today, March 9, 2026. The event marks the official U.S. Hostage and Wrongful Detainee Day, honoring Americans held captive abroad. Amidst the ceremony, the FBI shared new evidence suggesting former agent Robert Levinson died in Iranian captivity, as the nation vows to "Bring Them Home."
Secretary of State Marco Rubio and FBI Deputy Director Christopher Raia presided over a somber flag-raising ceremony at the State Department today, March 9, 2026. The event marks the official U.S. Hostage and Wrongful Detainee Day, honoring Americans held captive abroad. Amidst the ceremony, the FBI shared new evidence suggesting former agent Robert Levinson died in Iranian captivity, as the nation vows to "Bring Them Home."
Iran war enters second week with new leader
The Middle East conflict has reached a critical turning point as Mojtaba Khamenei is officially named the successor to his late father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian issued a rare apology on Saturday, March 7, 2026, for strikes hitting neighboring Gulf nations. While Tehran claims its only targets are U.S. military bases within those countries, civilian casualties and damage to infrastructure in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Bahrain have left regional leaders weighing a military counter-offensive.
The Middle East conflict has reached a critical turning point as Mojtaba Khamenei is officially named the successor to his late father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian issued a rare apology on Saturday, March 7, 2026, for strikes hitting neighboring Gulf nations. While Tehran claims its only targets are U.S. military bases within those countries, civilian casualties and damage to infrastructure in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Bahrain have left regional leaders weighing a military counter-offensive.
7th U.S. service member dies in Iran conflict
The Pentagon has identified the seventh U.S. service member to die following the initial wave of Iranian attacks. Pennington, based out of Fort Carson, Colorado, succumbed to injuries sustained during a March 1 strike in Saudi Arabia. His death follows the return of six other fallen heroes to Dover Air Force Base, as the regional death toll across Iran, Lebanon, and Israel continues to rise sharply.
The Pentagon has identified the seventh U.S. service member to die following the initial wave of Iranian attacks. Pennington, based out of Fort Carson, Colorado, succumbed to injuries sustained during a March 1 strike in Saudi Arabia. His death follows the return of six other fallen heroes to Dover Air Force Base, as the regional death toll across Iran, Lebanon, and Israel continues to rise sharply.
Mojtaba Khamenei named Iran’s 3rd Supreme Leader
In a historic and controversial shift, Iranian state television announced early Monday, March 9, 2026, that Mojtaba Khamenei has been appointed to succeed his late father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, as Supreme Leader. The decision by the Assembly of Experts marks the first hereditary transfer of power since the 1979 Revolution. The appointment comes just eight days after a joint U.S.-Israeli airstrike killed the elder Khamenei, escalating tensions as President Trump signals the selection is "unacceptable."
In a historic and controversial shift, Iranian state television announced early Monday, March 9, 2026, that Mojtaba Khamenei has been appointed to succeed his late father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, as Supreme Leader. The decision by the Assembly of Experts marks the first hereditary transfer of power since the 1979 Revolution. The appointment comes just eight days after a joint U.S.-Israeli airstrike killed the elder Khamenei, escalating tensions as President Trump signals the selection is "unacceptable."
24-year-old woman found shot to death in Cobb County
Cobb County Police are investigating a fatal shooting after Favia Gricelda Naely Vicente Velasquez, 24, was found dead Friday morning, March 6, 2026, on Waldrep Circle in Marietta. Detectives from the Major Crimes Unit are currently seeking public assistance to identify a suspect in what is being treated as a homicide.
Cobb County Police are investigating a fatal shooting after Favia Gricelda Naely Vicente Velasquez, 24, was found dead Friday morning, March 6, 2026, on Waldrep Circle in Marietta. Detectives from the Major Crimes Unit are currently seeking public assistance to identify a suspect in what is being treated as a homicide.
Family says it wants charges dropped in Hall Co. teacher prank death
The family of North Hall High School teacher Jason Hughes says he was excited to “catch" students involved in a prank and slipped in the rain before being struck by a vehicle.
The family of North Hall High School teacher Jason Hughes says he was excited to “catch" students involved in a prank and slipped in the rain before being struck by a vehicle.
Entertainment news with April B, Shenelle Simone
April B and Shenelle Simone joined Good Day Atlanta on Monday morning to talk about the latest entertainment headlines.
April B and Shenelle Simone joined Good Day Atlanta on Monday morning to talk about the latest entertainment headlines.
LAPD identifies Florida woman as suspect in Rihanna's house shooting
The suspect accused of firing shots into Rihanna's LA home over the weekend was identified by the LAPD as 35-year-old Ivanna Lisette Ortiz from Orlando, Florida. Her bail was set at $10,225,000.
The suspect accused of firing shots into Rihanna's LA home over the weekend was identified by the LAPD as 35-year-old Ivanna Lisette Ortiz from Orlando, Florida. Her bail was set at $10,225,000.
Soccer team wants Madonna jersey
Madonna responds after a Spanish soccer team asks for a piece of history to be returned. Club Celta Vigo recently asked on social media for Madonna to return a team jersey.
Madonna responds after a Spanish soccer team asks for a piece of history to be returned. Club Celta Vigo recently asked on social media for Madonna to return a team jersey.
1 arrested, 2 at large after burglary at Rachel Zoe's Bel Air home
Rachel Zoe’s LA home was burglarized over the weekend while she was in Las Vegas. One suspect was taken into custody, while two others are at large, officials said.
Rachel Zoe’s LA home was burglarized over the weekend while she was in Las Vegas. One suspect was taken into custody, while two others are at large, officials said.