DeKalb firefighter Eboni Kennedy graduates from rehab after on-duty injury

DeKalb County firefighter Eboni Kennedy was released from the Shepherd Center this week, marking a major milestone in her recovery after an on-duty leg amputation.

Lego reveals Pokémon sets for first time ever

Lego and Pokémon have unveiled their first Lego Pokémon sets, featuring Pikachu and more. Here’s when and how fans can buy them.

Barbie launches 1st autistic doll: Where to buy and cost

Mattel has introduced its first autistic Barbie, expanding the company’s diversity-focused Fashionistas line.

Family grieves 'senseless' loss of Ina Chambers after funeral home shooting

East Point police are searching for suspects in a drive-by shooting at Gus Thornhill Funeral Home that killed grandmother Ina Chambers and injured another woman.

Matt Ryan returns to Falcons as President of Football

Atlanta Falcons legend Matt Ryan has returned to the franchise as the President of Football, where he will lead the search for a new head coach and general manager.

Woman faces multiple charges after 'mermaid' skinny-dipping incident turns violent

A Louisiana woman allegedly attacked a sheriff’s deputy after skinny-dipping in a neighbor’s pond and claiming she was “trying to be a mermaid," authorities said.

Bruno Mars adds 2nd show in Atlanta due to demand

Global superstar Bruno Mars is bringing his newly announced The Romantic Tour to Atlanta with a major stadium show this spring.

Peaceful Atlanta protest targets ICE after Minneapolis killing

Hundreds of protesters marched through downtown Atlanta Thursday night in a peaceful demonstration condemning the killing of a U.S. citizen by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent in Minneapolis.

US border agents involved in Portland shooting, 2 people injured, officials say

The assistant secretary of the department of homeland security shared on X that the passengers of the vehicle were believed to be part of the Tren de Aragua, also known as a "megabanda," a category the local press in Venezuela use to refer to large organized criminal groups.

Content creator Trisha Paytas considers 2026 congressional bid

YouTuber, influencer and all-around internet personality Trisha Paytas says they're considering a 2026 congressional bid.

Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | Jan. 9-11, 2026

From family-friendly outings to live music and unique local events, there’s no shortage of things to do around metro Atlanta this week. Here’s a look at what’s happening near you.

'I'll never stop fighting': Gabrielle Giffords marks 15 years since assassination attempt

The shooting happened on Jan 8, 2011, as Giffords spoke to her constituents outside a Tucson grocery store. Nineteen people were shot before bystanders tackled the gunman and held him down until police arrived at the scene.

Trump demands $6.2M from Fulton County for legal fees after case dismissal

President Donald Trump has filed a motion seeking $6.2 million in legal fee reimbursements from Fulton County after the dismissal of the Georgia election interference case.

New federal dietary guidelines: Avoid processed foods, added sugar

New guidelines for healthy eating say Americans should eat more whole foods and protein, fewer highly processed foods and less added sugar.