Suspended Towns County sheriff arrested by GBI

The GBI arrested suspended Towns County Sheriff Ken Henderson on multiple felony charges.

Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | July 3-5, 2026

Whether you're looking for fireworks, live music, family fun, food festivals or a unique way to celebrate the holiday weekend, there's no shortage of things to do across metro Atlanta and North Georgia.

Cedartown preschool: Police probe alleged abuse of 4-year-old

A Polk County preschool employee is facing allegations of inappropriate conduct with a 4-year-old child, sparking a police investigation.

4th of July events in metro Atlanta & North Georgia | July 2026

There are plenty of things to do this Fourth of July. Here's a quick guide of dining specials and exciting events in metro Atlanta and North Georgia!

NFL's Calais Campbell's mother killed in Buckhead: 911 call released

Atlanta police released the 911 call and mug shot connected to the Buckhead homicide investigation involving the family of former Falcons player Calais Campbell.

CDC investigates parasite outbreak linked to 'explosive' diarrhea across 17 states

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is investigating a multistate outbreak of cyclosporiasis after 145 people in 17 states became sick from the parasitic illness.

Mother of former Atlanta Falcons player found dead, brother arrested

A welfare check at a Buckhead home spiraled into a homicide investigation Tuesday afternoon after police discovered a woman dead and detained her barricaded son following a forced entry.

Douglas County teacher Maris Nichols awaits August hearing

A judge will hear arguments Aug. 10 on whether Nichols should be released on bond while her case moves forward.

Supreme Court upholds state laws banning transgender girls and women from school athletics

The United States Supreme Court released its opinion Tuesday on upholding state laws banning transgender athletes from female sports teams, handing a major victory to supporters of laws they say protect fairness in women’s athletics. 

Georgia medical cannabis expansion: New laws take effect Wednesday

The Georgia Patient First Act expands the registry to thousands of new residents by introducing new qualifying health conditions.

Georgia Haitian communities face sudden July 27 deportation deadline

A Supreme Court ruling allowing the end of Temporary Protected Status has sparked widespread fear among tens of thousands of Haitian immigrants.

Search for missing non-verbal 6-year-old in Clayton County

A massive search was launched over the weekend for a vulnerable, non-verbal 6-year-old boy who vanished in Riverdale.

Body of missing 6-year-old recovered in Clayton County pond

A massive search ended in tragedy Monday after rescue crews recovered the body of a missing 6-year-old non-verbal boy from a Clayton County pond.

How to watch today’s World Cup matches: Monday, June 29

The FIFA World Cup Round of 32 continues with three matches taking place in the U.S. and Mexico. Today's matches are Brazil vs Japan, Germany vs Paraguay, and the Netherlands vs Morocco.

DR Congo advances to knockouts after defeating Uzbekistan 3-1

Atlanta is preparing as the city hosts its fifth FIFA World Cup match. The highly anticipated showdown brings together supporters from across the globe to watch the Democratic Republic of the Congo compete against Uzbekistan at Atlanta Stadium.

Fire breaks out at Insomnia Nightclub in downtown Atlanta

An evacuation unfolded in downtown Atlanta over the weekend after an active fire sparked inside a crowded nightclub.

Giraffe that escaped Texas ranch spotted by helicopter, manager says

A giraffe that escaped a ranch in the Texas Hill Country two weeks ago has been located, according to the manager of the ranch.