16-year-old dies after being shot on Ferno Drive in NW Atlanta

A 16-year-old male is dead after being shot late Tuesday night in northwest Atlanta and driving himself to a fire station seeking help, according to Atlanta police.

Appeals court blocks 'Stop Cop City' ballot referendum

A federal appeals court ruled that the "Stop Cop City" petition cannot force a referendum on the Atlanta Public Safety Training Center, citing Georgia state law.

Hampton woman accused of using federal jobs to steal pandemic relief funds

Hampton woman Attallah Williams charged in $3.5M COVID fraud scheme after allegedly using her jobs at the SBA and IRS to approve fraudulent loan applications.

Blue Man Group offers rush, lottery tickets for Atlanta shows

Regions Bank Broadway in Atlanta is offering discounted Student Rush and Lucky Seat lottery tickets for the upcoming Blue Man Group engagement at the Fox Theatre.

Morris Brown College President Kevin James fired by board

orris Brown College President Kevin James was abruptly fired on Monday. James, who led the school's accreditation restoration, claims the board provided no cause.

Atlanta pharmacies, hospitals under strain as 'super flu' spreads

Georgia flu activity reaches "very high" levels as a new H3N2 variant, subclade K, drives up hospitalizations and demand for Tamiflu in metro Atlanta.

Man turns himself in for fatal Bishop Street shooting in November

A man has been charged in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred late last year on Bishop Street in Atlanta, authorities said.

Atlanta police warn parents after car stolen with child inside

Atlanta police are urging parents and caregivers not to leave children unattended in running vehicles, even for a quick errand, after a recent car theft involving a young child.

Metro Atlanta protests grow after ICE killing of Renee Good

Anti-ICE protests are being held in Atlanta and Gwinnett County following the fatal shooting of Renee Good, a Minneapolis mother, by a federal agent on Wednesday.

Rain, storms cause damage and flooding in North Georgia

Thousands are without power and flights were briefly grounded at Hartsfield-Jackson as severe storms and heavy rain move through North Georgia on Saturday.

Indiana beats Oregon in Atlanta to secure national title spot

No. 1 Indiana advances to the national championship after a dominant 56-22 victory over Oregon at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Friday.

Atlanta Bites: Where and what to eat in metro Atlanta | January 2026

From limited-time menus and winter comfort dishes to restaurant openings, tastings and Dry January-friendly sips, Atlanta’s dining scene is wasting no time in the new year.

Man in critical condition after being shot on Auburn Avenue

A man was critically injured in a shooting early Friday morning on Auburn Avenue in Atlanta, according to police.

Thousands of fans ready for Peach Bowl tonight in downtown Atlanta

Thousands of fans from Indiana and Oregon are pouring into downtown Atlanta ahead of the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl semifinal at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Woman killed after exiting Jeep on Downtown Connector, several injured

A woman was killed early Friday morning in a multi-vehicle crash on the southbound I-75/85 expressway near University Avenue, according to Atlanta police.