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.

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.

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.

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.

33-year-old Athens woman killed when vehicle hits patch of ice, police say

A 33-year-old Athens woman is dead after her vehicle hit a patch of ice on Jan. 22, according to Athens-Clarke County Police Department.

1 dead, 1 injured, 1 arrested after vehicle strikes 2 pedestrians in Athens

An incident involving two pedestrians in downtown Athens on Jan. 17 claimed the life of one man and left another injured, according to officials.

Family of UGA player Devin Willock files $2M lawsuit over deadly crash

The family and estate of University of Georgia football player Devin Willock has filed a lawsuit against the Board of Regents for the University System of Georgia.

Deputy shoots armed robbery suspect during Athens pursuit

Authorities in Athens-Clarke County are investigating a police-involved shooting that occurred following an armed robbery call on Tuesday afternoon. What We Know

Athens community in somber mood after New Orleans terror attack

The terror attack in New Orleans has cast a shadow over Athens as University of Georgia student Elle Eisele continues to recover from her injuries.

2 dead in separate crashes on Tuesday in Athens-Clarke County area

Two separate vehicle crashes on Tuesday in Athens-Clarke County resulted in two fatalities and multiple injuries, according to the Athens-Clarke County Police Department.

Athens officials approve resolution proclaiming county 'safe haven' for LGBTQ+ community

Athens officials passed the resolution in response to what officials said was a rise in legislation across the country that threatens the rights of LGBTQIA+ individuals.

Residents along rural Athens two-lane claimed for decades they were being poisoned. They were right

Residents of a working-class Athens neighborhood claimed for decades they were being poisoned, with a high rate of cancer, only for state and federal environmental experts to brush their concerns aside. New tests show the residents were right, with unsafe levels of PFAS, or forever chemicals, in their well water.

UGA extends suspension for Students for Justice in Palestine

The University of Georgia has announced new disciplinary measures for a student organization involved in a protest that turned violent earlier this year.

Athens Rock Lobsters' games postponed due to inspections of new arena

The Athens Rock Lobsters have announced changes to their home opening schedule due to inspections at Akins Ford Arena, the team’s new venue.