Who is Spc. Mariyah Collington? High school principal, U.S. Army commanders remember her 'dedication'
Spc. Mariyah Collington, 19, is remembered for her dedication, positive spirit and unwavering enthusiasm after her remains were found in Morocco where she was attending a training exercise.
Spc. Mariyah Collington, 19, is remembered for her dedication, positive spirit and unwavering enthusiasm after her remains were found in Morocco where she was attending a training exercise.
Atlanta Beltline stabbing suspect arrested after manhunt
Atlanta police have arrested a man after a massive manhunt Thursday following a woman being killed and another person being injured in a series of random attacks spanning from a local post office to the Atlanta Beltline.
Atlanta police have arrested a man after a massive manhunt Thursday following a woman being killed and another person being injured in a series of random attacks spanning from a local post office to the Atlanta Beltline.
Clarence Carter, soul singer behind 'Patches,' dies at 90
Clarence Carter, the blind Alabama-born soul and blues singer behind hits including “Patches” and “Strokin’,” has died at 90.
Clarence Carter, the blind Alabama-born soul and blues singer behind hits including “Patches” and “Strokin’,” has died at 90.
Social Circle sues DHS, ICE over planned detention facility
The City of Social Circle filed a federal lawsuit to block a proposed 10,000-bed ICE detention facility, citing catastrophic infrastructure and safety concerns.
The City of Social Circle filed a federal lawsuit to block a proposed 10,000-bed ICE detention facility, citing catastrophic infrastructure and safety concerns.
Florida deputy survives stabbing after man tries to kill him, sheriff's office says
A Florida deputy, Robert Fitch, was attacked and stabbed several times when responding to a call on May 13. Detectives say the reported stabber was trying to kill Deputy Fitch.
A Florida deputy, Robert Fitch, was attacked and stabbed several times when responding to a call on May 13. Detectives say the reported stabber was trying to kill Deputy Fitch.
'Scientology Speedrun' trend comes to Sandy Springs
A 20-year-old was arrested in Sandy Springs for participating in the "Scientology Speedrun" social media trend involving unauthorized entry into Church buildings.
A 20-year-old was arrested in Sandy Springs for participating in the "Scientology Speedrun" social media trend involving unauthorized entry into Church buildings.
Ex-Georgia warden indicted in prison gang scheme
Former Smith State Prison Warden Brian Adams has been indicted in connection with an alleged contraband smuggling operation tied to a prison gang.
Former Smith State Prison Warden Brian Adams has been indicted in connection with an alleged contraband smuggling operation tied to a prison gang.
Neighbors 'fed up' with growing tent community in Mechanicsville
A Mechanicsville homeowner says a homeless encampment on Cooper Street is disrupting the neighborhood and remains unaddressed by the City of Atlanta.
A Mechanicsville homeowner says a homeless encampment on Cooper Street is disrupting the neighborhood and remains unaddressed by the City of Atlanta.
How a Cobb sergeant helped a baby arrive on his dad's birthday
Sgt. Jameel Fraser escorted a couple through heavy traffic to Wellstar Kennestone Hospital Wednesday, clearing a path for a woman to give birth just 30 minutes after arrival.
Sgt. Jameel Fraser escorted a couple through heavy traffic to Wellstar Kennestone Hospital Wednesday, clearing a path for a woman to give birth just 30 minutes after arrival.
Kemp signs HB 369: Metro Atlanta counties face nonpartisan shift
Gov. Brian Kemp signed HB 369, requiring nonpartisan elections for specific offices in five of Georgia’s most populous counties despite pushback from local leaders.
Gov. Brian Kemp signed HB 369, requiring nonpartisan elections for specific offices in five of Georgia’s most populous counties despite pushback from local leaders.
Georgia medical cannabis bill signed into law
Kemp signed Senate Bill 220, known as the "Putting Georgia's Patients First Act," on Tuesday to expand access to medical cannabis in the state.
Kemp signed Senate Bill 220, known as the "Putting Georgia's Patients First Act," on Tuesday to expand access to medical cannabis in the state.
Gov. Kemp calls special session to consider redistricting in Georgia
Gov. Brian Kemp has ordered a special legislative session for June 17, 2026, to redraw Georgia's district maps following a landmark Supreme Court ruling.
Gov. Brian Kemp has ordered a special legislative session for June 17, 2026, to redraw Georgia's district maps following a landmark Supreme Court ruling.
Crews battle two-trailer blaze in DeKalb County near I-285 and I-675
DeKalb County firefighters are battling a large fire involving two trailers on Bonsal Road near the I-285 and I-675 interchange.
DeKalb County firefighters are battling a large fire involving two trailers on Bonsal Road near the I-285 and I-675 interchange.
Atlanta Dream season opens with buzz, controversy and big debut
The Atlanta Dream opened the season with back-to-back wins while Angel Reese quickly became one of the league’s biggest storylines.
The Atlanta Dream opened the season with back-to-back wins while Angel Reese quickly became one of the league’s biggest storylines.
Alex Murdaugh murder conviction overturned by South Carolina Supreme Court
The South Carolina Supreme Court has overturned the murder conviction and life sentence for Alex Murdaugh.
The South Carolina Supreme Court has overturned the murder conviction and life sentence for Alex Murdaugh.
Cohutta community wants accountability after police force firing
Residents in Cohutta confronted city leaders Tuesday night during the first city council meeting held since the town’s police department was dissolved and reinstated within a single week.
Residents in Cohutta confronted city leaders Tuesday night during the first city council meeting held since the town’s police department was dissolved and reinstated within a single week.
Newnan man lived with dead dog for days, deputies say
A Newnan man was charged with felony aggravated animal cruelty after Coweta County deputies discovered a decaying dog and two malnourished pets inside his apartment Tuesday.
A Newnan man was charged with felony aggravated animal cruelty after Coweta County deputies discovered a decaying dog and two malnourished pets inside his apartment Tuesday.
East Point man disappears after leaving Target
An East Point family is pleading for help to find 20-year-old Derek Samuel who vanished nearly two weeks ago while shopping with friends.
An East Point family is pleading for help to find 20-year-old Derek Samuel who vanished nearly two weeks ago while shopping with friends.
Lyft driver claims she picked up suspects who shot man in Atlanta
Atlanta police officers are searching for suspects after a 30-year-old man was shot on Sawtell Avenue Monday evening.
Atlanta police officers are searching for suspects after a 30-year-old man was shot on Sawtell Avenue Monday evening.
Driver who thought he was being pulled over triggers U-Haul chase
Paulding County deputies arrested a Lithonia man Wednesday after a dangerous U-Haul chase. When the chase finally came to an end, investigators searched the truck and discovered illegal drugs.
Paulding County deputies arrested a Lithonia man Wednesday after a dangerous U-Haul chase. When the chase finally came to an end, investigators searched the truck and discovered illegal drugs.