Meet the Carrollton Police Departments's 'bridge builders'
The Carrollton Police Department is putting a priority on relationships. That sometimes means going above and beyond in unexpected ways. They call themselves “Bridge Builders” in the community and for good reason.
Investigators release photo of car connected to thefts at 3 Coweta County churches
Deputies in Coweta County are on high alert after three separate church thefts.
Atlanta lifts planned curfew Saturday; will continue to monitor situation
The city of Atlanta said it is lifting the planned curfew originally in place for Saturday night.
Some Fulton County residents concerned over lack of absentee ballots
Voters are saying they are encountering problems with absentee ballots. It’s a complaint that is being heard more often as many are using the method to avoid going to the polls to vote due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Georgia woman arrested for profane sign criticizing sheriff
A protester in south Georgia has been arrested because a sheriff said she was displaying an obscene sign.
40-year-old man dead after overnight gun battle in southwest Atlanta
Shell casings blanketed the Cascade Glen Apartments parking lot, after a shootout between the 40-year-old and at least one other person, according to Atlanta police.
Campaign launched to raise $10,000 for Atlanta firefighters
The Atlanta Fire Rescue Foundation wants to raise $10,000 by the end of the weekend to help firefighters with their daily expenses.
One perfect moment: Georgia National Guard, protesters dance the 'Macarena'
It was a moment of much-needed levity after a week of protests in Atlanta.
First Amendment expert breaks down the difference between peaceful and lawful protesting
“There’s peaceful and then there’s lawful,” one First Amendment expert said.
Pilot, Florida family of 4 headed to funeral in Indiana die in Georgia plane crash
Officials said four members of a Florida family, including two young children, and a pilot on their way to a funeral in Indiana were killed in a plane crash in north Georgia
Activists outraged by video that shows Atlanta police officer throwing a woman to the ground
Elizabeth Omilami is well known for her work with the organization Hosea Helps and now insists it’s her family and the community at large that need help now in the form of social justice reform following Amber Jackson’s encounter with an Atlanta police officer May 29 at Lenox Square.
Falcons QB Matt Ryan donating $500K to Atlanta's black community
Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan is giving back to Atlanta's black community.
Atlanta mayor creates a recovery fund to assist small business owners hurt by looters
Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms creates a "recovery fund" to help small business owners hurt by the rioting that took place last weekend.
DeKalb County Superintendent finalist excited for opportunity
Just hours after being named the sole finalist for the DeKalb County School District Superintendent job, Cheryl Watson-Harris took questions from reporters.
Nightly curfew for city of Atlanta starts at 8 p.m. through Sunday
A city-wide curfew for Atlanta has been extended through June 7th.
Atlanta hosts free COVID-19 testing Saturday for protesters
Going a step further on what Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms has been preaching to protesters all week, the city of Atlanta will be hosting a free COVID-19 screening specifically aimed at protesters.
Man facing charges after child accidentally shoots 4-year-old sister in the face
The man who LaGrange police said left a gun within the reach of a child, leading to a 4-year-old being shot in the face is now in custody.
DeKalb County sheriff promises review of agency's use of force policy
DeKalb County's sheriff has decided to give residents input in how the department will address its use of force policy review.
60-year-old man is dead after shooting in southwest Atlanta
Investigators say the 60-year-old died from a gunshot wound but are not able to provide any information on possible suspects or a motive in the fatal shooting.
Suspects wanted in brutal beating of Underground Atlanta GM
Police need help finding several suspects after the general manager of Underground Atlanta was attacked during protests last weekend.