Child accidentally shoots self in DeKalb County, police say
A child is recovering after accidentally shooting themselves, according to the DeKalb County Police Department.
Holiday pop-up bars in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | 2025
Explore metro Atlanta’s most over-the-top holiday pop-up bars, where creative cocktails, immersive décor and festive themes set the mood for a spirited night out.
Christmas light displays in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | 2025
Here’s a curated roundup of the most popular and dazzling Christmas light displays shining across metro Atlanta and North Georgia this season.
Gwinnett County apartment fire displaces 2 dozen people
A Gwinnett County apartment fire at the Las Palmas complex displaced about 30 people Sunday night, damaging six units.
Suspect arrested after standoff at Atlanta Ritz-Carlton
A suspect was arrested after an hours-long standoff at the Atlanta Ritz-Carlton.
Retired officer killed while directing traffic at Cumming Christmas parade
Retired officer Robert Muth died after being struck while directing traffic at Cumming’s Christmas parade; police are investigating the fatal crash.
911 calls reveal moments after police say homeowner shot 2 porch pirates
911 calls reveal the chaotic moments after a DeKalb County homeowner allegedly shot two teens over a stolen package; both teens survived and the homeowner faces aggravated assault charges.
Man arrested in deadly South Fulton double shooting
A 21-year-old man has been arrested for a shooting that killed one person and injured another in South Fulton on Saturday.
One dead, one injured in College Park house fire
A College Park house fire left one woman dead and another hospitalized.
DeKalb fire displaces 20+ families, firefighters say
The Villa Apartments on Buford Highway displaced more than 20 families; firefighters evacuated the building and extinguished the blaze with no injuries reported.
FedEx driver hits, kills pedestrian in DeKalb County, police say
A pedestrian was hit and killed by a FedEx truck near the Northlake Parkway Target in DeKalb County.
DeKalb County launches $250K cleanup to remove illegal tires
DeKalb County has launched a $250K cleanup targeting illegal tire dumping, removing more than 37,000 tires so far and pushing for tougher state penalties against large-scale dumpers.
DeKalb County’s new police chief Greg Padrick says he’s ready to lead
Newly appointed DeKalb County Police Chief Greg Padrick says he’s focused on public trust, crime reduction, and rebuilding staffing as the department prepares to launch a Real Time Crime Center.
Two dead after fiery single-car crash on I-75 in Atlanta
Atlanta police say two people died in a fiery single-car crash on I-75 near Cleveland Avenue after the driver lost control and hit a pole.
1 killed, 1 injured in DeKalb County apartment complex shooting
One person is dead and another is seriously injured after a shooting at an apartment complex on Wood Bend Drive.
Car slams into back of DeKalb County home, causing extensive damage
A car slammed into the back of a DeKalb County home, causing a partial collapse and extensive structural damage.
US DOJ files suit against Fulton County Court Clerk
Justice Department sued Fulton County clerk Che Alexander over access to sealed 2020 election records, citing alleged federal law violations.
Police ask for tips after 17-year-old shot during argument in west Atlanta
Atlanta police released a suspect photo and are asking the public to help identify the shooter.
Second suspect arrested in southwest Atlanta homicide investigation
Second suspect arrested out of state as Atlanta police expand homicide investigation with federal and New York authorities.
Middle Georgia man sentenced to 30 years in prison for meth, cocaine trafficking
Jermaine Ronnell Hughes received a 45-year sentence, with 30 years in prison, after pleading guilty to major drug trafficking charges.