Atlanta drops Peach Drop for Countdown Over ATL NYE drone show
Atlanta is replacing the traditional Peach Drop with a new citywide New Year’s Eve event called Countdown Over ATL.
Atlanta police ask for help identifying armed home invasion suspects
Atlanta police released video of armed suspects breaking into an occupied home and are offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to their identification.
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.
Suspect arrested after standoff at Atlanta Ritz-Carlton
A suspect was arrested after an hours-long standoff at the Atlanta Ritz-Carlton.
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.
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.
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.
Inmate-set fire at Fulton County Jail sending 9 to hospital, sheriff says
An inmate set a shower fire on the jail’s unrenovated seventh floor, triggering a major emergency response.
Student stabbed in eye at North Atlanta High School
A student was hospitalized after being stabbed multiple times with scissors during a fight at North Atlanta High School.
Atlanta homeowner arrested after shooting alleged porch pirates
An Atlanta homeowner is charged with aggravated assault after allegedly shooting two teens he believed were stealing a package.
Georgia State University preps construction of new baseball stadium on hallowed ground
The City of Atlanta has issued final permits for the $16 million stadium project on the site of the former Atlanta-Fulton County Stadium.
Mother, 9-year-old boy wounded as gunfire rips through Atlanta apartment
Atlanta police say a 9-year-old boy and a 33-year-old woman were shot in the leg on Continental Colony Parkway.
Two teens shot after homeowner opens fire during suspected package theft, police say
Two teens were shot outside a southwest Atlanta townhome after a homeowner reportedly opened fire during an attempted package theft.
Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | Dec. 12-14, 2025
Here are some of the most festive and highly anticipated events happening across metro Atlanta and beyond this weekend.
City of Atlanta outlines winter weather response plan
Atlanta officials outlined their winter weather preparation plan, detailing available salt and brine equipment and urging residents to stay off the roads if winter storms occur.
One person hospitalized after house fire in southwest Atlanta
Atlanta Fire Rescue says one person was hospitalized with burns after a house fire on Garibaldi Street SW.
Person arrested after 'suspicious' fire at abandoned Atlanta bank
Firefighters quickly knocked down a suspicious fire at a vacant building on Lakewood Avenue in southeast Atlanta early Wednesday evening. One person was detained.
Man found dead inside southwest Atlanta apartment | what we know
A 38-year-old man was found dead from multiple gunshot wounds at The Manor III apartments.