8AM Top Stories for 04/20/2026
Top stories for Monday morning include a shooting on Constitution Road, funeral for Tianah Robinson, shots fired on a MARTA bus, and a Dunwoody High School student detained by ICE.
Top stories for Monday morning include a shooting on Constitution Road, funeral for Tianah Robinson, shots fired on a MARTA bus, and a Dunwoody High School student detained by ICE.
Man shot outside Kroger during DeKalb shooting spree has died
A man shot outside a Kroger grocery store during a violent series of attacks across DeKalb County has died, police confirmed.
A man shot outside a Kroger grocery store during a violent series of attacks across DeKalb County has died, police confirmed.
Cardi B criticizes State Farm Arena staff during final tour stop
State Farm Arena faced backlash over the weekend after rapper Cardi B publicly criticized staff ahead of a concert.
State Farm Arena faced backlash over the weekend after rapper Cardi B publicly criticized staff ahead of a concert.
Community shaken after 8 children killed in Louisiana
The Shreveport community is shaken after 8 children were killed during a domestic-related mass shooting. Multiple people gathered on Sunday to remember and honor the children. Police say 31-year-old Shamar Elkins killed all of the children and shot two women, who were critically injured.
The Shreveport community is shaken after 8 children were killed during a domestic-related mass shooting. Multiple people gathered on Sunday to remember and honor the children. Police say 31-year-old Shamar Elkins killed all of the children and shot two women, who were critically injured.
Candidate for governor Jason Esteves hosting town hall in DeKalb
Jason Esteves is hosting a town hall in DeKalb County focused on data center policies.
Jason Esteves is hosting a town hall in DeKalb County focused on data center policies.
Senate candidate Derek Dooley, Gov. Kemp campaigns across metro Atlanta
Senate candidate Derek Dooley is holding multiple campaign stops across metro Atlanta.
Senate candidate Derek Dooley is holding multiple campaign stops across metro Atlanta.
Pedestrian hit in crash on Macland Road, investigation ongoing
Cobb County police are investigating a serious crash involving a pedestrian on Macland Road near Gus Robinson Road.
Cobb County police are investigating a serious crash involving a pedestrian on Macland Road near Gus Robinson Road.
Georgia WR Zachariah Branch arrested in Athens before NFL draft
Former Georgia receiver Zachariah Branch was arrested early Sunday in Athens on two misdemeanor charges.
Former Georgia receiver Zachariah Branch was arrested early Sunday in Athens on two misdemeanor charges.
Why a Dunwoody traffic stop could lead to teen's deportation
A Dunwoody High School student is being held in ICE custody and could be deported to Honduras.
A Dunwoody High School student is being held in ICE custody and could be deported to Honduras.
Man shot, injured near Constitution, Forest Park roads in SE Atlanta
Atlanta police are investigating an overnight shooting in southeast Atlanta that left a man hospitalized with serious injuries.
Atlanta police are investigating an overnight shooting in southeast Atlanta that left a man hospitalized with serious injuries.
Man injured in Constitution Road shooting
A man was shot and injured in a shooting on Constitution Road in southeast Atlanta late Sunday night. No arrests at this time. Lindsay Tuman reporting.
A man was shot and injured in a shooting on Constitution Road in southeast Atlanta late Sunday night. No arrests at this time. Lindsay Tuman reporting.
Atlanta-area mother needs heart transplant after organ rejection
A metro Atlanta mother is sharing her heart transplant story as an organization pushes for more people to register as organ donors for donors as thousands of Georgians remain on the organ transplant waiting list.
A metro Atlanta mother is sharing her heart transplant story as an organization pushes for more people to register as organ donors for donors as thousands of Georgians remain on the organ transplant waiting list.
Second car-free Streets Alive event held in Midtown Atlanta
Midtown Atlanta transformed into a car-free arts festival Sunday as the city hosted its second Streets Alive event of the year.
Midtown Atlanta transformed into a car-free arts festival Sunday as the city hosted its second Streets Alive event of the year.
Metro Atlanta mother raises awareness of organ donation
A metro Atlanta mother is sharing her heart transplant story as an organization pushes for more people to register as organ donors for donors as thousands of Georgians remain on the organ transplant waiting list.
A metro Atlanta mother is sharing her heart transplant story as an organization pushes for more people to register as organ donors for donors as thousands of Georgians remain on the organ transplant waiting list.
Atlanta Streets Alive closes Peachtree Street for arts festival
Midtown Atlanta transformed into a car-free arts festival Sunday as the city hosted its second Streets Alive event of the year.
Midtown Atlanta transformed into a car-free arts festival Sunday as the city hosted its second Streets Alive event of the year.
Play Fair ATL kicks off 'The People’s Cup' in Candler Park
While the world’s eyes are on the 2026 FIFA World Cup, a local coalition is making sure Atlanta’s residents aren't left on the sidelines. Play Fair ATL launched a three-day push for community accountability today with "The People’s Cup," a vibrant soccer tournament and cultural celebration in Candler Park.
While the world’s eyes are on the 2026 FIFA World Cup, a local coalition is making sure Atlanta’s residents aren't left on the sidelines. Play Fair ATL launched a three-day push for community accountability today with "The People’s Cup," a vibrant soccer tournament and cultural celebration in Candler Park.
Defense argues cameras tilt Charlie Kirk murder case
The legal battle over media access reached a boiling point in a Utah courtroom Friday as the defense for Tyler Robinson, the 23-year-old accused of assassinating conservative activist Charlie Kirk, fought to ban cameras from the upcoming trial. Robinson is charged with fatally shooting Kirk during an outdoor debate at Utah Valley University on September 10, 2025.
The legal battle over media access reached a boiling point in a Utah courtroom Friday as the defense for Tyler Robinson, the 23-year-old accused of assassinating conservative activist Charlie Kirk, fought to ban cameras from the upcoming trial. Robinson is charged with fatally shooting Kirk during an outdoor debate at Utah Valley University on September 10, 2025.
2 detained after reports of armed man in Newnan neighborhood
A neighborhood in Newnan was swarmed by law enforcement Sunday morning after reports of an armed man running through the area led to a search for potential victims and a secondary investigation into gunfire.
A neighborhood in Newnan was swarmed by law enforcement Sunday morning after reports of an armed man running through the area led to a search for potential victims and a secondary investigation into gunfire.
Rockdale deputy shoots knife-wielding woman, GBI investigating
A Rockdale County deputy shot a woman Saturday night after she allegedly confronted authorities with a knife during a mental health call.
A Rockdale County deputy shot a woman Saturday night after she allegedly confronted authorities with a knife during a mental health call.
Man dies in shooting at Rome Family Dollar
Police are searching for a shooter after a man was killed early Sunday morning at a retail store in Rome.
Police are searching for a shooter after a man was killed early Sunday morning at a retail store in Rome.