US attacks Iran; UGA instructor fired, flees country; Laken Riley lawsuit
Saturday morning headlines: The US and Isreal have launched missile attacks on Iran, in Operation Epic Fury, after ongoing political unrest in the country. At least 40 people at a girls' school in Tehran are confirmed dead. A University of Georgia instructor was fired and subsequently fled the country after "predatory texting" allegations made by sting operation social media influencers. Police are investigating the allegations. The father of Laken Riley, the nursing student who was killed by an illegal immigrant while running on UGA's campus in 2024, has filed a lawsuit against the university. 02/28/26.
Saturday morning headlines: The US and Isreal have launched missile attacks on Iran, in Operation Epic Fury, after ongoing political unrest in the country. At least 40 people at a girls' school in Tehran are confirmed dead. A University of Georgia instructor was fired and subsequently fled the country after "predatory texting" allegations made by sting operation social media influencers. Police are investigating the allegations. The father of Laken Riley, the nursing student who was killed by an illegal immigrant while running on UGA's campus in 2024, has filed a lawsuit against the university. 02/28/26.
26 residents displaced after massive fire rips through Lawrenceville apartment complex
A kitchen fire displaced 26 residents after gutting several units at the Oxford Apartments in Lawrenceville.
A kitchen fire displaced 26 residents after gutting several units at the Oxford Apartments in Lawrenceville.
Hall County sheriff arrested for DUI in county SUV
Hall County Sheriff Gerald Couch was arrested on Friday morning after a deputy in an unmarked vehicle spotted him failing to maintain his lane while driving a county-issued Chevrolet Tahoe.
Hall County Sheriff Gerald Couch was arrested on Friday morning after a deputy in an unmarked vehicle spotted him failing to maintain his lane while driving a county-issued Chevrolet Tahoe.
Police arrest organizers of The Battery ‘teen takeover’
Following the "teen takeover" at The Battery in Cobb County where over 100 teens caused chaos, police have arrested two 17-year-olds, Tyshawn Jemison and Keyshawn Lee, as the alleged organizers.
Following the "teen takeover" at The Battery in Cobb County where over 100 teens caused chaos, police have arrested two 17-year-olds, Tyshawn Jemison and Keyshawn Lee, as the alleged organizers.
Laken Riley’s father sues UGA for negligence
The father of Laken Riley, a 22-year-old nursing student killed while running on the University of Georgia campus, has filed a negligence lawsuit against the Board of Regents and property management companies.
The father of Laken Riley, a 22-year-old nursing student killed while running on the University of Georgia campus, has filed a negligence lawsuit against the Board of Regents and property management companies.
UGA fired instructor; under criminal investigation
A University of Georgia instructor is under criminal investigation and has fled the country after being confronted mid-class by the social media group "Street Sweepers Unit" over inappropriate text messages.
A University of Georgia instructor is under criminal investigation and has fled the country after being confronted mid-class by the social media group "Street Sweepers Unit" over inappropriate text messages.
Family of 4 escapes after blaze guts Stone Mountain-area home
A fast-moving fire gutted a Stone Mountain area home on Friday night.
A fast-moving fire gutted a Stone Mountain area home on Friday night.
Georgia woman, 70, charged with murder in 77-year-old husband's shooting death
Marion Jackson Compton, 70, faces felony and malice murder charges for the shooting death of her 77-year-old husband.
Marion Jackson Compton, 70, faces felony and malice murder charges for the shooting death of her 77-year-old husband.
Police release photo of man wanted in Tucker Avenue shooting
Investigators have released an image of a man they say is connected with a shooting in early February that left a man wounded in southwest Atlanta.
Investigators have released an image of a man they say is connected with a shooting in early February that left a man wounded in southwest Atlanta.
Alabama man admits to extorting Kennesaw woman, hundreds of teens in social media plot
Jamarcus Mosley pleaded guilty to a three-year "sextortion" scheme targeting hundreds of teenagers and young adults nationwide.
Jamarcus Mosley pleaded guilty to a three-year "sextortion" scheme targeting hundreds of teenagers and young adults nationwide.
Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates to pay $4.75M to settle DOJ allegations
Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates will pay $4.75 million to settle allegations of kickbacks and unnecessary medical testing.
Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates will pay $4.75 million to settle allegations of kickbacks and unnecessary medical testing.
Hidden in plain sight: The secret legacy of a Johns Creek cemetery
Tucked away behind a steep, hidden driveway deep in the heart of Johns Creek, a quiet piece of history is being unearthed by families tracing their lineage back to the 1800s.
Tucked away behind a steep, hidden driveway deep in the heart of Johns Creek, a quiet piece of history is being unearthed by families tracing their lineage back to the 1800s.
Colin Gray testifies in his own defense
The defense rested its case in the murder trial of Colin Gray, the first parent in Georgia history to face charges for a school shooting committed by his child.
The defense rested its case in the murder trial of Colin Gray, the first parent in Georgia history to face charges for a school shooting committed by his child.
Colin Gray testifies in his own defense
The defense rested its case in the murder trial of Colin Gray, the first parent in Georgia history to face charges for a school shooting committed by his child.
The defense rested its case in the murder trial of Colin Gray, the first parent in Georgia history to face charges for a school shooting committed by his child.
Johns Creek families find ancestors in slave cemetery
Hidden behind a steep driveway in Johns Creek lies the Macedonia African Methodist Church Cemetery, a historic site serving as the final resting place for over 100 enslaved individuals and their descendants.
Hidden behind a steep driveway in Johns Creek lies the Macedonia African Methodist Church Cemetery, a historic site serving as the final resting place for over 100 enslaved individuals and their descendants.
Georgia’s school weapon detector bill faces funding backlash
Georgia passed a bill requiring weapon detectors in all public schools, a first-of-its-kind mandate in the United States.
Georgia passed a bill requiring weapon detectors in all public schools, a first-of-its-kind mandate in the United States.
Hall County Sheriff Gerald Couch arrested for DUI in county-issued SUV
Hall County Sheriff Gerald Couch was arrested Friday for DUI, failure to maintain lane, and open container violations.
Hall County Sheriff Gerald Couch was arrested Friday for DUI, failure to maintain lane, and open container violations.
Laken Riley’s father files wrongful death lawsuit against UGA Board of Regents, apartment owners
Jason Riley is suing the UGA Board of Regents and apartment owners for negligence leading to Laken Riley’s murder.
Jason Riley is suing the UGA Board of Regents and apartment owners for negligence leading to Laken Riley’s murder.
8-year-old caught with loaded handgun at Georgia school
There is a growing demand to increase school safety measures in Georgia. This comes after an eight-year-old student brought a loaded handgun to Myers Elementary School. The issue was debated under the Gold Dome on Friday.
There is a growing demand to increase school safety measures in Georgia. This comes after an eight-year-old student brought a loaded handgun to Myers Elementary School. The issue was debated under the Gold Dome on Friday.
Atlanta small businesses prep for $503M World Cup economic windfall this June
Atlanta anticipates a $503 million economic impact from the upcoming World Cup matches starting this June.
Atlanta anticipates a $503 million economic impact from the upcoming World Cup matches starting this June.