FBI: Swatting 'prank' 911 calls could cost someone their life, and did in Georgia
A bogus bomb threat at Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's home in Rome ended with an innocent bystander losing her life. Law enforcement who responded to the swatting call were involved in the deadly crash.
Trump picks San Francisco attorney Harmeet Dhillon for spot in his administration
President-elect Donald Trump announced that he's choosing San Francisco attorney Harmeet Dhillon for a job in his administration – specifically to be assistant attorney general for civil rights in the U.S. Department of Justice.
Elon Musk warning Republicans against getting in Trump's way — or his
Some on Donald Trump’s team believe Elon Musk supports the president-elect’s plan but may pressure Republicans who he considers disloyal to Trump.
Biden is rushing aid to Ukraine as everyone braces for Trump
President Joe Biden is providing billions of dollars to boost Ukraine’s military forces before he leaves office in several weeks.
Young Thug requesting amendment to probation terms, wants to visit Atlanta
Attorneys for rapper Young Thug, whose real name is Jeffery Williams, have filed a motion to amend a key probationary term outlined in his plea deal.
Steve Mensch's effects on Tyler Perry Studios, southwest Atlanta will live on
Members of the Fort McPherson Local Redevelopment Authority say Steve Mensch, the late president of Tyler Perry Studios, was instrumental in developing hundreds of acres of the former army base in southwest Atlanta.
Hoax bomb threat to Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene leads to deadly crash in Rome
Federal authorities are investigating a bomb threat against Georgia Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene’s home in north Georgia.
Trump vows to end birthright citizenship: Here's why that won't be easy
President-elect Donald Trump has vowed to end birthright citizenship on Day 1 of his second term, but the constitution makes that nearly impossible, scholars say.
Tyler Perry Studios president dies in plane crash in Florida
The president of Atlanta-based Tyler Perry Studios died Friday night when the small plane he was piloting crashed on Florida’s Gulf Coast.
Biden is considering preemptive pardons for allies before he leaves office
The president is mulling the pardons amid concerns from the White House that President-elect Donald Trump’s administration could target Joe Biden’s allies in investigations.
President Biden kicks off holidays with National Christmas Tree Lighting for final time
President Joe Biden kicked off the holiday season Thursday night in front of the White House for the last time.
Trump taps Georgia's David Perdue to serve as U.S. Ambassador to China
President-elect Donald Trump announced Tuesday night that former U.S. Senator David Perdue of Georgia will serve as the next U.S. Ambassador to China.
What Trump’s 2nd term could mean for the housing market: Expert weighs in
The president-elect campaigned on a promise to make homeownership more affordable by lowering mortgage rates through policies aimed at knocking out inflation.
Trump nominates Fiserv CEO Bisignano for Social Security commissioner
President-elect Donald Trump on Wednesday announced his nomination of Fiserv CEO Frank Bisignano for Social Security Administration commissioner.
Jim Jordan gives Fani Willis deadline to hand over documents in Trump investigation probe
Republican Rep. Jim Jordan has given District Attorney Fani Willis a deadline to give him information as part of an investigation into whether she colluded with the Biden Administration's Department of Justice.
Atlanta's Inspector General report accuses city of favoritism in bidding process
A new 29-page report from Atlanta's Office of the Inspector General (OIG) alleges city officials showed favoritism during the bidding process for a 311 software system.
Smiling Hunter Biden seen in first photos since receiving presidential pardon
President Joe Biden pardoned his son in a surprise announcement Sunday evening.
Trump effect? Mexico makes largest fentanyl bust ever
Mexican authorities seized over a ton of fentanyl in a historic bust, with experts linking the timing to U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s recent threats.
Kelly Loeffler nominated by Trump to lead Small Business Administration
President-elect Donald Trump announced on Wednesday that he will nominate former U.S. Senator Kelly Loeffler to serve as the head of the Small Business Administration (SBA) in his upcoming administration.
Trump claims presidential immunity in new filing in push to halt Georgia case
President-elect Donald Trump is requesting the Georgia Court of Appeals dismiss his case in Fulton County related to alleged interference in Georgia’s 2020 election results, citing a "lack of jurisdiction."