US Men’s hockey team invited to Trump’s State of the Union

President Trump invited the U.S. men’s Olympic hockey team to his State of the Union address after the team won the gold medal at the Milan Cortina Olympics on Sunday.

Laken Riley remembered 2 years later with 'Run for Your Life' 5K

Laken Riley was remembers two years after being killed while running on UGA's campus with a 5k event that kicked off at Tate Plaza.

Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | Feb. 20-22, 2026

From concerts and comedy shows to festivals, food events and family-friendly fun, there’s something happening across metro Atlanta and North Georgia to fill your calendar.

Former Prince Andrew arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office

Former Prince Andrew, the brother of the UK's King Charles III, was released after being arrested Thursday on suspicion of misconduct in public office.

Delta says no cockpit breach attempt on Houston-to-Atlanta flight

Delta Air Lines says a passenger did not try to breach the cockpit of a Houston-to-Atlanta flight that returned to William P. Hobby Airport shortly after takeoff Wednesday.

Metro Atlanta teen arrested outside US Capitol with loaded shotgun

U.S. Capitol police arrested 18-year-old Carter Camacho from Smyrna on Tuesday afternoon after he reportedly charged toward the U.S. Capitol with a loaded shotgun.

Lunar New Year celebrations in metro Atlanta | 2026

Metro Atlanta restaurants and others are welcoming the Year of the Horse with special dinners, pop-ups, festivals and performances.

Tara Baker's murder trial: Edrick Faust found guilty on all counts

Jurors have found Edrick Faust guilty on all counts in the murder of University of Georgia law student Tara Baker, bringing a 25-year-old case to a close.

Apalachee High School shooting: Colin Gray trial starts with emotional testimony

The trial began Monday morning for Colin Gray, the father of the teenager charged in the Sept. 4, 2024, mass shooting at Apalachee High School in Barrow County.

Rev. Jesse Jackson dead at the age of 84, family says

The Rev. Jesse Louis Jackson Sr., a towering figure of the civil rights movement, Baptist minister and two-time Democratic presidential candidate, died Tuesday at 84, according to his family.

Oscar-winning actor Robert Duvall dies at 95

Robert Duvall, the Oscar-winning actor whose acclaimed career spanned more than 60 years, has died at 95, his wife said Monday.

Atlanta's Amore e Amore co-founder Giovanni Ferro dies

Giovanni Ferro, the visionary chef and co-founder of Amore e Amore in Atlanta’s Inman Park neighborhood, has died, according to the restaurant’s public relations team.

Wendy's to close hundreds of restaurants as company looks to focus on value to boost sales

Wendy’s announced plans to close hundreds of underperforming U.S. restaurants as part of a broader turnaround effort aimed at reviving sales and restoring customer trust.

Obama explains alien comments after claiming ‘they’re real’ on podcast interview

After former President Barack Obama's remarks on aliens during a recent podcast interview went viral, he later clarified what he meant in an Instagram post over the weekend.

Tyler Reddick wins the Daytona 500 in a car owned by Michael Jordan

Tyler Reddick surged past a wrecked field on the final lap to win the Daytona 500, delivering a dramatic victory for a team co-owned by basketball great Michael Jordan.

Atlanta teen accused of shooting family member's boyfriend

A 17-year-old is facing charges after Atlanta police said he shot a family member’s boyfriend in the chest during a dispute on Saturday evening.

Shooting suspects captured hiding in vent at Fulton County Courthouse

Two suspects were arrested near the Fulton County Courthouse Friday night following a shooting that injured a 17-year-old on MLK Jr. Drive.