Decatur Library reopens with mandatory security screening after shooting
The Decatur Library reopened Tuesday with a new security checkpoint and a mandatory back-entrance policy following a recent shooting incident.
The Decatur Library reopened Tuesday with a new security checkpoint and a mandatory back-entrance policy following a recent shooting incident.
Witness describes 'terrifying' emergency plane landing
Jacon Hunt, an eyewitness, described the "terrifying" shriek of a single-engine plane as it crash-landed onto a busy highway in Gainesville, GA during rush hour.
Jacon Hunt, an eyewitness, described the "terrifying" shriek of a single-engine plane as it crash-landed onto a busy highway in Gainesville, GA during rush hour.
New emotional plea from Nancy Guthrie's family
In the latest from the search for Nancy Guthrie, the missing mother of Today show host Savannah Guthrie, the second deadline from an alleged ransom note has now expired. Fears are growing over what could happen if demands for millions of dollars in bitcoin are not paid to the alleged kidnappers.
In the latest from the search for Nancy Guthrie, the missing mother of Today show host Savannah Guthrie, the second deadline from an alleged ransom note has now expired. Fears are growing over what could happen if demands for millions of dollars in bitcoin are not paid to the alleged kidnappers.
Former Georgia National Guardsman sentenced for child enticement
Former Georgia National Guardsman William Eric Cooper was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for attempting to entice a 15-year-old kidnapping victim.
Former Georgia National Guardsman William Eric Cooper was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for attempting to entice a 15-year-old kidnapping victim.
UGA softball players host free clinic for young athletes
Young softball players got a chance to sharpen their skills on the field during a free clinic led by members of the University of Georgia softball team.
Young softball players got a chance to sharpen their skills on the field during a free clinic led by members of the University of Georgia softball team.
1 dead, 1 critical after stopped vehicle struck by train in DeKalb County
A collision involving a CSX train and a vehicle early Tuesday resulted in at least one death, according to officials.
A collision involving a CSX train and a vehicle early Tuesday resulted in at least one death, according to officials.
UGA softball program hosts free youth clinic
Young softball players got a chance to sharpen their skills on the field during a free clinic led by members of the University of Georgia softball team.
Young softball players got a chance to sharpen their skills on the field during a free clinic led by members of the University of Georgia softball team.
8AM Top Stories for Feb. 10, 2026
Tuesday morning's top stories include a fatal collision between train and car; duplex fire in NW Atlanta; plane crash in Gainesville; latest weather and traffic reports.
Tuesday morning's top stories include a fatal collision between train and car; duplex fire in NW Atlanta; plane crash in Gainesville; latest weather and traffic reports.
Dunwoody dog competing to become America's Favorite Pet
A Dunwoody dog named Cleo is competing in a national “America’s Favorite Pet” contest.
A Dunwoody dog named Cleo is competing in a national “America’s Favorite Pet” contest.
Dunwoody dog competing to be America's favorite pet
Two Dunwoody natives have entered their rescue dog Cleo into the national competition for America's favorite pet.
Two Dunwoody natives have entered their rescue dog Cleo into the national competition for America's favorite pet.
Walk for Peace monks arriving in Washington DC today
After 108 days on the road, a group of Buddhist monks in saffron robes is set to step into Washington, D.C., on foot Tuesday, finishing a 2,300-mile Walk for Peace that began in Fort Worth, Texas.
After 108 days on the road, a group of Buddhist monks in saffron robes is set to step into Washington, D.C., on foot Tuesday, finishing a 2,300-mile Walk for Peace that began in Fort Worth, Texas.
Walk for Peace monks nearing Washington, DC
The Walk for Peace Buddhist monks are expected to arrive in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday. There will be a series of events following their arrival for other monks, interfaith leaders and the general public.
The Walk for Peace Buddhist monks are expected to arrive in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday. There will be a series of events following their arrival for other monks, interfaith leaders and the general public.
House fire on Oliver Street NW in Atlanta
A fast-moving fire tore through one side of a duplex early Tuesday in northwest Atlanta, sending one man to the hospital and prompting a large emergency response, authorities said. This is a breaking news report. Kaitlyn Pratt reporting.
A fast-moving fire tore through one side of a duplex early Tuesday in northwest Atlanta, sending one man to the hospital and prompting a large emergency response, authorities said. This is a breaking news report. Kaitlyn Pratt reporting.
Georgia Senate committee subpoenas Wade in Willis investigation
More testimony is expected this week in the ongoing committee hearing connected to the Fulton County district attorney, as Georgia’s Republican-led Senate committee continues its investigation.
More testimony is expected this week in the ongoing committee hearing connected to the Fulton County district attorney, as Georgia’s Republican-led Senate committee continues its investigation.
Nathan Wade ordered to appear before committee
Former Fulton County special prosecutor Nathan Wade has been ordered to appear before a special Senate committee to answer questions related to the prosecution of President Donald Trump and others in Fulton.
Former Fulton County special prosecutor Nathan Wade has been ordered to appear before a special Senate committee to answer questions related to the prosecution of President Donald Trump and others in Fulton.
Tara Baker's murder trial: Baker's boyfriend takes the stand
Week two of the murder trial for the man accused of killing University of Georgia law student Tara Baker is getting underway in Athens-Clarke County.
Week two of the murder trial for the man accused of killing University of Georgia law student Tara Baker is getting underway in Athens-Clarke County.
Deadline for election raid affidavit approaching
A federal judge has ordered the unsealing of a search warrant that authorized the FBI to seize election documents from Fulton County. The deadline for the release is Feb. 10.
A federal judge has ordered the unsealing of a search warrant that authorized the FBI to seize election documents from Fulton County. The deadline for the release is Feb. 10.
Deadly train and vehicle crash in DeKalb County
A collision involving a CSX train and a vehicle early Tuesday has resulted in at least one death, according to officials.
A collision involving a CSX train and a vehicle early Tuesday has resulted in at least one death, according to officials.
Monday night forecast
Atlanta is trading its winter chill for a taste of spring this week, with temperatures soaring to 11 degrees above average.
Atlanta is trading its winter chill for a taste of spring this week, with temperatures soaring to 11 degrees above average.
79-year-old daycare worker sentenced for child abuse
In a final act of accountability, 79-year-old Cherretta Hull pleaded guilty to 19 counts of child cruelty for the systematic abuse of infants as young as six months old at the Appletree Learning Center.
In a final act of accountability, 79-year-old Cherretta Hull pleaded guilty to 19 counts of child cruelty for the systematic abuse of infants as young as six months old at the Appletree Learning Center.