Atlanta police looking for man who broke into senior care facility
Police are searching for a man suspected of burglarizing a senior care facility on Hightower Road.
Police are searching for a man suspected of burglarizing a senior care facility on Hightower Road.
Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | Jan. 30-Feb. 1, 2026
From wine tastings and live theater to chili cook-offs and Mardi Gras fun, there’s no shortage of ways to get out and enjoy the weekend. Here are some of the best things to do around metro Atlanta.
From wine tastings and live theater to chili cook-offs and Mardi Gras fun, there’s no shortage of ways to get out and enjoy the weekend. Here are some of the best things to do around metro Atlanta.
Firefighters called to 2 house fires in Atlanta early Thursday
Fire crews responded to two separate overnight house fires in different parts of Atlanta, with officials confirming no injuries in either incident.
Fire crews responded to two separate overnight house fires in different parts of Atlanta, with officials confirming no injuries in either incident.
Two Georgia groundhogs set to make Groundhog Day predictions
Georgia is getting double the Groundhog Day fun this year, with not one — but two furry forecasters stepping into the spotlight on Feb. 2.
Georgia is getting double the Groundhog Day fun this year, with not one — but two furry forecasters stepping into the spotlight on Feb. 2.
Morris Brown College receives $800K for security, scholarships
Morris Brown College has received more than $800,000 in new funding aimed at strengthening campus safety and expanding student support.
Morris Brown College has received more than $800,000 in new funding aimed at strengthening campus safety and expanding student support.
‘Blind Side’ actor Quinton Aaron shows encouraging signs
There is some encouraging news for fans of The Blind Side actor Quinton Aaron as he continues recovering in an Atlanta hospital following a devastating fall at his home.
There is some encouraging news for fans of The Blind Side actor Quinton Aaron as he continues recovering in an Atlanta hospital following a devastating fall at his home.
Firefighters respond to house fire in SW Atlanta early Thursday
Atlanta firefighters responded to a house fire in the 2500 block of Herring Road SW near Bengamin E. Mays Drive SW in southwest Atlanta early Thursday morning.
Atlanta firefighters responded to a house fire in the 2500 block of Herring Road SW near Bengamin E. Mays Drive SW in southwest Atlanta early Thursday morning.
Fulton County leaders react to FBI raid at election center near Atlanta
Fulton County commissioners and other representatives held a briefing outside the Fulton County Elections Hub and Operations Center on Wednesday afternoon, where District 4 Commissioner Mo Ivory said federal agents came to retrieve 700 boxes of records related to the 2020 election in Fulton County.
Fulton County commissioners and other representatives held a briefing outside the Fulton County Elections Hub and Operations Center on Wednesday afternoon, where District 4 Commissioner Mo Ivory said federal agents came to retrieve 700 boxes of records related to the 2020 election in Fulton County.
Georgia lawmakers to consider homeowner tax changes
Providing tax relief to Georgia homeowners is front and center at the State Capitol this session.
Providing tax relief to Georgia homeowners is front and center at the State Capitol this session.
Man accused of traveling to Atlanta intending to kill former President Biden
Authorities arrested an Alabama man on Wednesday, accused of traveling to Atlanta two years ago with the intent to kill then-President Joe Biden, state prosecutors said.
Authorities arrested an Alabama man on Wednesday, accused of traveling to Atlanta two years ago with the intent to kill then-President Joe Biden, state prosecutors said.
SweetWater 420 Fest announces 2026 lineup, new park location
SweetWater’s biggest music festival is back — and organizers say 2026 is all about great music, fresh air and more affordable tickets.
SweetWater’s biggest music festival is back — and organizers say 2026 is all about great music, fresh air and more affordable tickets.
Cobb, DeKalb school districts warning students ICE walkouts
With more protests planned this week at metro Atlanta high schools, at least two school districts are warning students about possible consequences before they decide to take part in anti-ICE walkouts.
With more protests planned this week at metro Atlanta high schools, at least two school districts are warning students about possible consequences before they decide to take part in anti-ICE walkouts.
Block smashes through man's windshield on Atlanta's Downtown Connector
An object shattered a car's windshield on the I-75/85 connector near Midtown late Tuesday night.
An object shattered a car's windshield on the I-75/85 connector near Midtown late Tuesday night.
Police looking for man who may have killed 2 dogs at Atlantic Station
Fulton County police are asking for help identifying a possible suspect in what investigators described as one of the most disturbing animal cruelty cases they have handled.
Fulton County police are asking for help identifying a possible suspect in what investigators described as one of the most disturbing animal cruelty cases they have handled.
Atlanta family moves into new home after storm destroyed apartment
A local mother and her two teen daughters are settling into a new home after their last one was destroyed during a severe storm.
A local mother and her two teen daughters are settling into a new home after their last one was destroyed during a severe storm.
Large fallen tree blocking Ponce de Leon near elementary school
A massive tree fell across Ponce de Leon Avenue early Wednesday morning, blocking a busy stretch of the roadway and creating significant traffic delays for the morning commute.
A massive tree fell across Ponce de Leon Avenue early Wednesday morning, blocking a busy stretch of the roadway and creating significant traffic delays for the morning commute.
Study: Atlanta stadium ranks fifth for World Cup safety risk measure
With the FIFA World Cup approaching, safety concerns are rising alongside excitement and a new analysis is raising questions about host-city crime.
With the FIFA World Cup approaching, safety concerns are rising alongside excitement and a new analysis is raising questions about host-city crime.
Former PSC candidate won’t be prosecuted after notebook incident
A former Public Service Commission candidate and vocal Georgia Power critic who was arrested for allegedly stealing trade secrets will not be prosecuted.
A former Public Service Commission candidate and vocal Georgia Power critic who was arrested for allegedly stealing trade secrets will not be prosecuted.
Fire crews battle early morning blaze on Andrew J. Hairston Place
A fire investigation is underway in northwest Atlanta after a house caught fire early Wednesday.
A fire investigation is underway in northwest Atlanta after a house caught fire early Wednesday.
Man sentenced to prison for posing as police officer at Atlanta gas station
Frederick Crawford, who has prior convictions for child molestation, robbery and stalking, was sentenced to prison for four years after posing as a police officer with a firearm at an Atlanta gas station last year.
Frederick Crawford, who has prior convictions for child molestation, robbery and stalking, was sentenced to prison for four years after posing as a police officer with a firearm at an Atlanta gas station last year.