Atlanta influencer 'Shawty Dred' indicted in $4M SNAP fraud scheme
An Atlanta social media personality known online as "Shawty Dred" has been arrested on federal charges accusing him of running a $4 million food stamp fraud scheme to finance an extravagant lifestyle, federal authorities said.
An Atlanta social media personality known online as "Shawty Dred" has been arrested on federal charges accusing him of running a $4 million food stamp fraud scheme to finance an extravagant lifestyle, federal authorities said.
Fired Milton police detective's wife defends him using Flock to track her
The wife of a fired Milton police detective is defending his actions, saying he only searched the Flock Safety database to track her car during life-threatening diabetic emergencies.
The wife of a fired Milton police detective is defending his actions, saying he only searched the Flock Safety database to track her car during life-threatening diabetic emergencies.
Decomposed pet found on Cartersville doorstep, man arrested
A Cartersville man was arrested after police said he left his about to be ex-wife's dead, decomposed dog in a crate on her boyfriend's doorstep alongside a threatening message.
A Cartersville man was arrested after police said he left his about to be ex-wife's dead, decomposed dog in a crate on her boyfriend's doorstep alongside a threatening message.
Georgia PFAS water report: Groups urge action after toxic chemicals found
Toxic PFAS chemicals were found in all 20 tested water sampling sites across Georgia, a new report shows.
Toxic PFAS chemicals were found in all 20 tested water sampling sites across Georgia, a new report shows.
Entire police force, city manager resign in Milner
Monday's Milner city council meeting revealed that its police chief, the entire full-time police force and city manager, all resigned from their positions.
Monday's Milner city council meeting revealed that its police chief, the entire full-time police force and city manager, all resigned from their positions.
FOUND: Woman with autism missing from Atlantic Station located
The family notified FOX 5 Atlanta on Tuesday morning that Jatalya Carroll has been found and is safe. No other information has been provided at this time.
The family notified FOX 5 Atlanta on Tuesday morning that Jatalya Carroll has been found and is safe. No other information has been provided at this time.
Why new federal THC limits could wipe out Georgia hemp shops by December
Advocates fear federal limits on hemp THC levels going into effect in December threaten to wipe out businesses and jobs and in Georgia.
Advocates fear federal limits on hemp THC levels going into effect in December threaten to wipe out businesses and jobs and in Georgia.
Richard Riehle, Smykowski from 'Office Space,' dies at 78
Richard Riehle, the actor known for his role in cult classic "Office Space," has died at age 78.
Richard Riehle, the actor known for his role in cult classic "Office Space," has died at age 78.
Trump mocks the name Mohammad in campaign speech
While speaking in Dalton, Georgia on Friday, President Donald Trump mocked Iran and joked about the popularity of the name Mohammad in the Muslim world.
While speaking in Dalton, Georgia on Friday, President Donald Trump mocked Iran and joked about the popularity of the name Mohammad in the Muslim world.
I-285 construction leaves congestion on Smyrna residential roads
Planned closures on Interstate 285 in Cobb County created massive traffic congestion Sunday evening as drivers spilled onto local residential streets.
Planned closures on Interstate 285 in Cobb County created massive traffic congestion Sunday evening as drivers spilled onto local residential streets.
13-year-old shot again at southeast Atlanta apartment complex
A 13-year-old boy is recovering after gunshots rang out and struck his home early Sunday morning in southeast Atlanta.
A 13-year-old boy is recovering after gunshots rang out and struck his home early Sunday morning in southeast Atlanta.
Hunger strike at Georgia Capitol targets ICE center conditions
About a dozen protesters started a 24-hour hunger strike outside the Georgia State Capitol to stand in solidarity with immigrant detainees held at the Folkston ICE Processing Center.
About a dozen protesters started a 24-hour hunger strike outside the Georgia State Capitol to stand in solidarity with immigrant detainees held at the Folkston ICE Processing Center.
Former President Barack Obama to join Ossoff, Bottoms at Atlanta rally
Former President Barack Obama is heading to Atlanta to join U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff and gubernatorial candidate Keisha Lance Bottoms for a Democratic campaign rally ahead of the midterm election.
Former President Barack Obama is heading to Atlanta to join U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff and gubernatorial candidate Keisha Lance Bottoms for a Democratic campaign rally ahead of the midterm election.
Frost advisory issued as North Georgia temperatures drop
Crisp fall weather has settled firmly across North Georgia, bringing dry conditions, gusty winds, and the season's first Frost Advisory as mountain temperatures dip toward freezing overnight.
Crisp fall weather has settled firmly across North Georgia, bringing dry conditions, gusty winds, and the season's first Frost Advisory as mountain temperatures dip toward freezing overnight.
Former NFL punter Kasey Redfern dies at 35 from brain cancer
Former NFL punter Kasey Redfern, who played for both the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions during his professional career, has died at age 35 following a battle with brain cancer, his family announced.
Former NFL punter Kasey Redfern, who played for both the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions during his professional career, has died at age 35 following a battle with brain cancer, his family announced.
4 men wanted after stealing refrigerator from Atlanta home, APD says
Atlanta police are asking for the public's help to identify four men caught on home surveillance video walking into a home in broad daylight and allegedly leaving with a refrigerator.
Atlanta police are asking for the public's help to identify four men caught on home surveillance video walking into a home in broad daylight and allegedly leaving with a refrigerator.
Former Six Flags operator calls Goliath 'incredibly safe' after deadly ejection
A former Six Flags operator told TMZ that Goliath's safety restraints could theoretically open under extreme force.
A former Six Flags operator told TMZ that Goliath's safety restraints could theoretically open under extreme force.
Clark Atlanta University mourns student killed in Hank Aaron Drive crash
A 21-year-old Clark Atlanta University student died following a late-night crash at Hank Aaron Drive and Glen Street.
A 21-year-old Clark Atlanta University student died following a late-night crash at Hank Aaron Drive and Glen Street.
Van left suspended in air after downtown Acworth crash
A driver lost control and overcorrected a turn during a dramatic crash in downtown Acworth on Tuesday night, leaving the vehicle suspended in an unusual position, according to police.
A driver lost control and overcorrected a turn during a dramatic crash in downtown Acworth on Tuesday night, leaving the vehicle suspended in an unusual position, according to police.
'Sunshine of our family': Family remembers man killed at Six Flags
A southwest Atlanta family’s world was shattered when their 42-year-old loved one died after being ejected from a roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia on Monday.
A southwest Atlanta family’s world was shattered when their 42-year-old loved one died after being ejected from a roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia on Monday.