UGA student indicted for fatal 2024 hit-and-run that killed 34-year-old
Benhur Tesfai, a University of Georgia student, has been indicted in a fatal hit-and-run that killed 34-year-old Michael Kitchen in Athens.
Benhur Tesfai, a University of Georgia student, has been indicted in a fatal hit-and-run that killed 34-year-old Michael Kitchen in Athens.
Athens man arrested with stolen checks after 2-year investigation
Athens resident Alex Brown was arrested after a two-year investigation uncovered stolen checks, forged documents, and equipment used for manufacturing fraudulent checks.
Athens resident Alex Brown was arrested after a two-year investigation uncovered stolen checks, forged documents, and equipment used for manufacturing fraudulent checks.
Hit-and-run driver wanted for killing dog, injuring pedestrian in Athens
Authorities seek public help to identify a suspect in a hit-and-run that injured a pedestrian and killed a dog on April 13.
Authorities seek public help to identify a suspect in a hit-and-run that injured a pedestrian and killed a dog on April 13.
Officers seize drugs, cash during search of Athens apartment, police say
Police say they found cocaine, marijuana and Oxycodone pills while executing a search warrant at the Athens apartment.
Police say they found cocaine, marijuana and Oxycodone pills while executing a search warrant at the Athens apartment.
32-year-old inmate dies at Athens-Clarke County Jail, officials say
A 32-year-old inmate was found unresponsive at the Athens-Clarke County Jail on the afternoon of May 5.
A 32-year-old inmate was found unresponsive at the Athens-Clarke County Jail on the afternoon of May 5.
Trial date set for suspect in murder of UGA law student Tara Baker
In 2021, UGA law student Tara Baker's body was found in a burning apartment in Athens. Now, more than 24 years later, the man accused of sexually assaulting and killing her will go to trial.
In 2021, UGA law student Tara Baker's body was found in a burning apartment in Athens. Now, more than 24 years later, the man accused of sexually assaulting and killing her will go to trial.
39-year-old Athens-Clarke County inmate dies at hospital
A 39-year-old man was found unresponsive in his cell at the Athens-Clarke County Jail during routine morning checks on April 22.
A 39-year-old man was found unresponsive in his cell at the Athens-Clarke County Jail during routine morning checks on April 22.
UGA student hospitalized after being struck by transit bus on campus
A University of Georgia student was hospitalized on Wednesday evening after being struck by a UGA transit bus.
A University of Georgia student was hospitalized on Wednesday evening after being struck by a UGA transit bus.
Safety app for runners launching at UGA after Laken Riley murder
A safety app aimed at protecting runners is launching at the University of Georgia, honoring the memory of Laken Riley, the nursing student who was tragically killed while jogging on campus last year.
A safety app aimed at protecting runners is launching at the University of Georgia, honoring the memory of Laken Riley, the nursing student who was tragically killed while jogging on campus last year.
Georgia Football suspends Nitro Tuggle, Marques Easley over driving incidents
Georgia sophomore wide receiver Nitro Tuggle and freshman offensive lineman Marques Easley were suspended indefinitely from all team activities.
Georgia sophomore wide receiver Nitro Tuggle and freshman offensive lineman Marques Easley were suspended indefinitely from all team activities.
Brothers, roommate of man who killed Laken Riley in Athens to be deported
A Venezuelan man who entered the U.S. illegally and was linked to the murder investigation of student Laken Hope Riley has been sentenced to 48 months and will be deported upon completion of his sentence.
A Venezuelan man who entered the U.S. illegally and was linked to the murder investigation of student Laken Hope Riley has been sentenced to 48 months and will be deported upon completion of his sentence.
Ex-UGA wide receiver Rara Thomas takes plea deal in family violence case
Former University of Georgia wide receiver Rara Thomas has reached a plea deal and will not serve jail time for his 2024 child cruelty and family violence case.
Former University of Georgia wide receiver Rara Thomas has reached a plea deal and will not serve jail time for his 2024 child cruelty and family violence case.
Laken Riley's mom, sister recognized by Trump during Congressional address
President Donald Trump on Tuesday honored the memory of Laken Riley, a Georgia nursing student killed while jogging on the University of Georgia campus.
President Donald Trump on Tuesday honored the memory of Laken Riley, a Georgia nursing student killed while jogging on the University of Georgia campus.
Georgia's federal buildings on the chopping block: 17 sites listed for removal
The U.S. General Services Administration released a list on Tuesday of 443 federal buildings and facilities it says are "functionally obsolete."
The U.S. General Services Administration released a list on Tuesday of 443 federal buildings and facilities it says are "functionally obsolete."
Taste of Ireland dance 'sensation' coming to Athens for one night only
"A Taste of Ireland," an acclaimed Irish music and dance show, is set to appear for one night only in Athens.
"A Taste of Ireland," an acclaimed Irish music and dance show, is set to appear for one night only in Athens.
One year gone: Changes since Laken Riley's death one year ago at UGA
One year after the murder of nursing student Laken Riley, her family continues to grapple with the pain of her tragic death, which sent shockwaves across Georgia and the nation.
One year after the murder of nursing student Laken Riley, her family continues to grapple with the pain of her tragic death, which sent shockwaves across Georgia and the nation.
Georgia’s rich musical history celebrated in new Athens exhibit
Considering it’s the city responsible for launching bands including R.E.M., The B-52s, and Widespread Panic, it should come as no surprise that Athens is home to a new exhibit showcasing Georgia’s rich musical history.
Considering it’s the city responsible for launching bands including R.E.M., The B-52s, and Widespread Panic, it should come as no surprise that Athens is home to a new exhibit showcasing Georgia’s rich musical history.
Metro Atlanta's 104.7 The Fish shutting down after company sells station
After nearly 25 years on the air, metro Atlanta's contemporary Christian music station 104.7 The Fish is powering down for good.
After nearly 25 years on the air, metro Atlanta's contemporary Christian music station 104.7 The Fish is powering down for good.
Georgia WR Colbie Young reaches plea deal in assault case
University of Georgia wide receiver Colbie Young has reached a plea deal and will serve no jail time over his assault case involving a pregnant ex-girlfriend.
University of Georgia wide receiver Colbie Young has reached a plea deal and will serve no jail time over his assault case involving a pregnant ex-girlfriend.
2 arrested for fatal April 2024 Athens shooting
Two suspects have been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of 25-year-old Nigel Turner that occurred on April 17, 2024, on Huntington Road in Athens.
Two suspects have been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of 25-year-old Nigel Turner that occurred on April 17, 2024, on Huntington Road in Athens.