Jail kitchen worker in Troup County arrested for contraband
A jail kitchen worker in Troup County is accused of smuggling contraband to an inmate.
A jail kitchen worker in Troup County is accused of smuggling contraband to an inmate.
Atlanta airport staff trained to spot human trafficking
With less than two months until the FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is turning its massive workforce into a frontline defense against human trafficking. A new partnership with the local nonprofit Rescuing Hope is providing specialized, scenario-based training to help airport employees identify victims and disrupt trafficking operations in real time.
With less than two months until the FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is turning its massive workforce into a frontline defense against human trafficking. A new partnership with the local nonprofit Rescuing Hope is providing specialized, scenario-based training to help airport employees identify victims and disrupt trafficking operations in real time.
Man charged with murder after deadly Villa Rica shooting
Police have charged a man with murder following a deadly shooting in Villa Rica.
Police have charged a man with murder following a deadly shooting in Villa Rica.
Early voting begins for Georgia
Early voting is officially underway across Georgia as of today, Monday, April 27, 2026, for the highly anticipated May primary election. The launch follows a high-stakes televised debate on Sunday where Republican U.S. Senate candidates made their final pitches to voters before the first ballots were cast this morning.
Early voting is officially underway across Georgia as of today, Monday, April 27, 2026, for the highly anticipated May primary election. The launch follows a high-stakes televised debate on Sunday where Republican U.S. Senate candidates made their final pitches to voters before the first ballots were cast this morning.
Suspect in White House dinner shooting due in federal court
Cole Tomas Allen, 31, of Torrance, California, is expected to appear in federal court today, Monday, April 27, 2026, following a terrifying security breach at the annual White House Correspondents' Dinner. Allen was apprehended Saturday night after allegedly attempting to storm the Washington Hilton while armed with a shotgun, a handgun, and multiple knives.
Cole Tomas Allen, 31, of Torrance, California, is expected to appear in federal court today, Monday, April 27, 2026, following a terrifying security breach at the annual White House Correspondents' Dinner. Allen was apprehended Saturday night after allegedly attempting to storm the Washington Hilton while armed with a shotgun, a handgun, and multiple knives.
Suspect accused of killing 2 USF students allegedly used ChatGPT to search information about disposing a body
Newly released court documents are shedding disturbing light on the deaths of two University of South Florida doctoral students and the investigation that led detectives to a suspect.
Newly released court documents are shedding disturbing light on the deaths of two University of South Florida doctoral students and the investigation that led detectives to a suspect.
Man caught after more than 11 fires sparked around Clarkston
A man is in custody as investigators work to determine what sparked a series of fires across Clarkston in DeKalb County overnight.
A man is in custody as investigators work to determine what sparked a series of fires across Clarkston in DeKalb County overnight.
Man arrested for DeKalb County arson fires
A man is in custody as investigators work to determine what sparked a series of fires across Clarkston in DeKalb County overnight. This is a breaking news update. Kaitlyn Pratt reporting.
A man is in custody as investigators work to determine what sparked a series of fires across Clarkston in DeKalb County overnight. This is a breaking news update. Kaitlyn Pratt reporting.
Nearly 5,000 youth ATVs recalled after child’s death
A nationwide recall for some brands of youth all-terrain vehicles was announced after the death of a child has raised some safety concerns about a risk of serious injury or death.
A nationwide recall for some brands of youth all-terrain vehicles was announced after the death of a child has raised some safety concerns about a risk of serious injury or death.
PHOTOS: Destructive wildfires burning in South Georgia
The Pineland Road Fire in Clinch County and the Highway 82 Fire in Brantley County are currently burning out of control in South Georgia.
The Pineland Road Fire in Clinch County and the Highway 82 Fire in Brantley County are currently burning out of control in South Georgia.
South Georgia fires grow to more than 55K acres, limited containment
Two major wildfires in south Georgia continue to grow with limited containment.
Two major wildfires in south Georgia continue to grow with limited containment.
Who is leading the GOP in Senate, governor races? New InsiderAdvantage poll
A new poll shows Rick Jackson leading the 2026 Georgia Republican primary for governor, followed by Burt Jones.
A new poll shows Rick Jackson leading the 2026 Georgia Republican primary for governor, followed by Burt Jones.
Dead Eagles: Michigan DNR investigating after possible poaching kills five birds
Five bald eagles were found in Michigan's Upper Peninsula over a two-week span in April, prompting concerns of poaching from wildlife managers.
Five bald eagles were found in Michigan's Upper Peninsula over a two-week span in April, prompting concerns of poaching from wildlife managers.
Deborah Cox talks about role in 'Titanique'
Singer Deborah Cox is making a big splash on Broadway in the musical parody of "Titanic" titled "Titanique." Good Day Atlanta's Paul Milliken talks to the singer.
Singer Deborah Cox is making a big splash on Broadway in the musical parody of "Titanic" titled "Titanique." Good Day Atlanta's Paul Milliken talks to the singer.
Suspect charged with murder of Chicago police officer, shooting another
A suspect was charged with the shooting of two CPD officers at Swedish Hospital, which left one dead and another in critical condition.
A suspect was charged with the shooting of two CPD officers at Swedish Hospital, which left one dead and another in critical condition.
Nedra Talley Ross, last surviving member of The Ronettes, dies at 80
Nedra Talley Ross, best known as a founding member of the influential 1960s girl group, The Ronettes, has died at the age of 80, according to the group’s official Instagram page.
Nedra Talley Ross, best known as a founding member of the influential 1960s girl group, The Ronettes, has died at the age of 80, according to the group’s official Instagram page.
Baby born on Delta flight from Atlanta to Portland, Oregon
The incident happened Friday night on Delta Flight 478 as the plane approached Portland, with 153 passengers on board.
The incident happened Friday night on Delta Flight 478 as the plane approached Portland, with 153 passengers on board.
Update: Hall County death penalty trial for Jessica Motes continued
Jury selection is scheduled to begin Monday morning in the murder trial of a woman accused of killing a 4-year-old child in Hall County.
Jury selection is scheduled to begin Monday morning in the murder trial of a woman accused of killing a 4-year-old child in Hall County.
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8AM Top Stories for 04/27/2026
Top stories for April 27, 2026, include arson fires in DeKalb County; early voting kicks off; latest from Washington DC; Atlanta weather; and traffic.
Top stories for April 27, 2026, include arson fires in DeKalb County; early voting kicks off; latest from Washington DC; Atlanta weather; and traffic.