8AM Top Stories for 03/30/2026
Top morning stories for March 30 include bomb threat on Frontier flight; search for suspects in shooting near school bus; TSA worker pay; No Kings protests peaceful in Atlanta; weather and traffic.
Top morning stories for March 30 include bomb threat on Frontier flight; search for suspects in shooting near school bus; TSA worker pay; No Kings protests peaceful in Atlanta; weather and traffic.
Shop fire destroys structure, threatens home in Fannin County
A shop fire in Fannin County destroyed a structure and its contents, including several vehicles, while threatening a nearby home, according to the Fannin County Emergency Management Agency.
A shop fire in Fannin County destroyed a structure and its contents, including several vehicles, while threatening a nearby home, according to the Fannin County Emergency Management Agency.
Female mechanic breaking barriers
A local woman is breaking barriers in a male-dominated industry. Desiree White is a mechanic in Conyers and owns her own shop.
A local woman is breaking barriers in a male-dominated industry. Desiree White is a mechanic in Conyers and owns her own shop.
3 wanted for shooting near school bus
Atlanta police are looking for 3 people in connection to a shooting last week that left one person injured by gun fire and two children on a school bus with minor injuries caused by broken glass. Kaitlyn Pratt reporting.
Atlanta police are looking for 3 people in connection to a shooting last week that left one person injured by gun fire and two children on a school bus with minor injuries caused by broken glass. Kaitlyn Pratt reporting.
Georgia Black Republican forum: Candidates talk taxes, cost of living
Three Republican candidates for governor met in South Fulton for a forum hosted by the Georgia Black Republican Council.
Three Republican candidates for governor met in South Fulton for a forum hosted by the Georgia Black Republican Council.
Bomb threat on Frontier flight to Atlanta
A Frontier Airlines flight from Ohio was met by law enforcement at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport following a reported bomb threat.
A Frontier Airlines flight from Ohio was met by law enforcement at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport following a reported bomb threat.
Frontier flight investigated for verbal bomb threat at Atlanta airport
A verbal bomb threat from a passenger triggered a law enforcement investigation after a Frontier Airlines flight landed in Atlanta on Sunday afternoon.
A verbal bomb threat from a passenger triggered a law enforcement investigation after a Frontier Airlines flight landed in Atlanta on Sunday afternoon.
Atlanta unveils city's first Vietnam War memorial in Piedmont Park
More than 10 years after the project was first envisioned, the City of Atlanta officially opened a new Vietnam Veterans War Memorial in Piedmont Park on Sunday to honor local soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice.
More than 10 years after the project was first envisioned, the City of Atlanta officially opened a new Vietnam Veterans War Memorial in Piedmont Park on Sunday to honor local soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice.
Atlanta unveils Vietnam War memorial in Piedmont
More than 10 years after the project was first envisioned, the City of Atlanta officially opened a Vietnam Veterans War Memorial in Piedmont Park on Sunday.
More than 10 years after the project was first envisioned, the City of Atlanta officially opened a Vietnam Veterans War Memorial in Piedmont Park on Sunday.
GOP candidate forum for Georgia governor
A forum was held in South Fulton on Sunday for Republican candidates in Georgia's governor and lieutenant governor.
A forum was held in South Fulton on Sunday for Republican candidates in Georgia's governor and lieutenant governor.
3 arrested for murder in Brookhaven rival gang shooting
Three men have been arrested in connection with a gang-related shooting that left two people dead at a Brookhaven apartment complex.
Three men have been arrested in connection with a gang-related shooting that left two people dead at a Brookhaven apartment complex.
Atlanta airport waits shorten; delays still possible
Travelers at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport saw smooth passage Sunday as TSA agents move closer to receiving six weeks of back pay.
Travelers at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport saw smooth passage Sunday as TSA agents move closer to receiving six weeks of back pay.
Atlanta airport warns of 4-hour wait despite light TSA lines
Travelers at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport saw smooth passage Sunday as TSA agents move closer to receiving six weeks of back pay.
Travelers at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport saw smooth passage Sunday as TSA agents move closer to receiving six weeks of back pay.
Man wanted for Dawson County murder captured in North Carolina
A man accused of murder in Dawson County has been captured in North Carolina, officials said.
A man accused of murder in Dawson County has been captured in North Carolina, officials said.
Unoccupied dorm catches fire on Clark Atlanta University campus
An unoccupied dormitory on Clark Atlanta University’s campus caught fire early Sunday morning, fire officials said.
An unoccupied dormitory on Clark Atlanta University’s campus caught fire early Sunday morning, fire officials said.
FBI responds after disruptive customer forces American Airlines flight diversion to DTW
An American Airlines flight was diverted Sunday to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport due to a disruptive passenger.
An American Airlines flight was diverted Sunday to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport due to a disruptive passenger.
67-year-old severely beaten in LaGrange attack, police say
A 67-year-old man was airlifted to a hospital with severe injuries to his head and face after being beaten on Turner Street, police said.
A 67-year-old man was airlifted to a hospital with severe injuries to his head and face after being beaten on Turner Street, police said.
Atlanta police search for missing woman Kierra Emerson
Atlanta Police are searching for 37-year-old Kierra Emerson, who has not been seen or heard from since March 26. Family members told officers Emerson said she was "leaving forever" during their last contact. Authorities conducted a welfare check at her Terminus Place apartment but did not find her. Police say Emerson suffers from depression and may be armed. She is believed to be driving a white 2026 Honda with Georgia tag RHN8992. Anyone with information is asked to call 911.O
Atlanta Police are searching for 37-year-old Kierra Emerson, who has not been seen or heard from since March 26. Family members told officers Emerson said she was "leaving forever" during their last contact. Authorities conducted a welfare check at her Terminus Place apartment but did not find her. Police say Emerson suffers from depression and may be armed. She is believed to be driving a white 2026 Honda with Georgia tag RHN8992. Anyone with information is asked to call 911.O
One dead after house fire in Jackson County neighborhood
Jackson County authorities are investigating a fatal house fire in the Traditions of Braselton neighborhood. Officials confirmed one person was found dead inside the home from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. The GBI bomb squad was called to the scene to clear the residence of potential explosives, discovering three smoke grenades in a vehicle. The victim was identified as a military veteran. If you or a loved one is in distress, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988.
Jackson County authorities are investigating a fatal house fire in the Traditions of Braselton neighborhood. Officials confirmed one person was found dead inside the home from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. The GBI bomb squad was called to the scene to clear the residence of potential explosives, discovering three smoke grenades in a vehicle. The victim was identified as a military veteran. If you or a loved one is in distress, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988.
TSA lines at Atlanta airport ease as backpay arrives
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport saw a period of calm Sunday with shorter security lines, though staffing shortages continue to impact operations. About 40% of TSA workers remain called out as the federal funding standoff enters another week. Also in Atlanta, filmmaker Tyler Perry stepped in to help, donating $250,000 in gift cards to Hartsfield-Jackson employees. TSA relief is expected Monday, March 30, when employees are scheduled to receive backpay following a recent executive order by President Trump. Travelers are still encouraged to arrive early as wait times remain unpredictable during the ongoing shutdown.
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport saw a period of calm Sunday with shorter security lines, though staffing shortages continue to impact operations. About 40% of TSA workers remain called out as the federal funding standoff enters another week. Also in Atlanta, filmmaker Tyler Perry stepped in to help, donating $250,000 in gift cards to Hartsfield-Jackson employees. TSA relief is expected Monday, March 30, when employees are scheduled to receive backpay following a recent executive order by President Trump. Travelers are still encouraged to arrive early as wait times remain unpredictable during the ongoing shutdown.