Thomas Sampson, co-founder of Georgia's first Black-owned law firm, has died
Thomas G. Sampson Sr., a pioneering attorney and co-founder of Thomas Kennedy Sampson & Tompkins — Georgia’s oldest Black-owned law firm — has died. He passed away on July 3, according to his family.
Ex-deputy demands firing of APD officer involved in deadly 2024 bar shooting
Officer Melvin Potter has been on leave since reportedly killing a man while off-duty at a South Fulton bar nearly a year ago. The victim's family wants to know why he was never charged and remains with the employed with the department.
Lake Nottely boat explosion: Father talks explosion, path forward for family
The father said some of his family is already out of the hospital, but one of his sons might have to stay in the burn unit for six months.
Suspect in two robberies: Atlanta police ask for help finding this man
Police said both robberies happened on June 24 in the 1600 block of Braeburn Drive within minutes of each other.
Teen charged in deadly northwest Atlanta road rage shooting
Jabyrion Crumbley turned himself in to the Fulton County Jail. He's charged in a road rage shooting that killed a 62-year-old man.
Man shot after running from Atlanta police had multiple guns
When officers arrived to calls of a person shot, they saw a man standing outside a building with a rifle and a handgun, according to police. Before officers could confront him, he took off.
July 4th shooting: Two women shot at northwest Atlanta apartment complex
Police said one victim was found at the scene and a second victim showed up the hospital.
Where to see July 4th fireworks in metro Atlanta
Happy 4th of July! Many firework shows are taking place around metro Atlanta and North Georgia. Here's a list of some local shows.
Peachtree Road Race 2025: Thousands join Atlanta Fourth of July tradition
Whether you're trying to beat your personal best time or you're going to cheer on loved ones at the finish line, here's what you need to know about the 2025 Peachtree Road Race.
911 call released related to fight between APD officer and employee at Midtown bar
Officer Garrett Rolfe, who was once charged in the deadly shooting of Rayshard Brooks, is on administrative leave while authorities investigate the fight at the Midtown bar.
Bodycam: Police confront armed man wandering in Atlanta neighborhood
Police bodycams caught the moment officers arrested a armed man who witnesses say fired several shots in a southwest Atlanta neighborhood.
Why the daytime fireball meteor that blasted over Atlanta was a rare sight
Objects from space are crashing into Earth’s atmosphere all the time. They just don’t always happen with the perfect timing of the June 26 meteor that blasted across the Atlanta area during the middle of the day.
Summerhill shooting: Police release vehicle description, tag number
Atlanta police searching for a group of men who shot four people at a gated apartment complex in the city's Summerhill neighborhood.
Holiday travelers packing ATL, local roads | What to know
AAA estimates 72 million Americans will travel for the Fourth of July—more than 60 million by car—marking the highest volume on record for the holiday.
3K kids participate in 2025 Chick-fil-A Peachtree Junior
More than 3,000 kids took part in this year’s Chick-fil-A Peachtree Junior, making it the largest turnout yet.
Woman wanted for allegedly stealing $1.7K from Buckhead salon store
Woman allegedly stole nearly $1,800 in merchandise from Salon Centric in Buckhead on June 26
Pedestrian hospitalized after drive-by shooting on Atlanta's Smith Street
The victim told officers he heard a car horn and saw the vehicle make a U-turn towards him before the bullets started flying.
8-year-old safe, gunman dead after SWAT situation at SW Atlanta home
An 8-year-old is safe after a SWAT situation involving a suspected gunman who barricaded himself inside a southwest Atlanta home, police say.
Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | July 4-6, 2025
List of things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta and North Georgia, including live music, comedy, theater, art, family activities, sporting events and more.
Bernice King joins Black-led investment group in historic bank acquisition
Dr. Bernice King, daughter of civil rights icon Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., is making history in the world of finance.