Georgia man caught with exotic animals says he had good intentions
Most people collect things like rocks, coins or vinyl records. Well, a Clayton County man took his collection to a whole new level. He was caught with well over a dozen exotic animals.
MARTA announces leadership transition
The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) has appointed Steven Parker and LaShanda Dawkins to key interim leadership roles.
Clayton County mom pleads for new info, arrests in son's shooting death
The mother of a 19-year-old who was shot and killed in Clayton County two years ago is demanding answers that are long overdue.
Top 10 most wanted Clayton County murder suspect caught in Ohio
One of Clayton County's top ten most-wanted fugitives was finally caught in Ohio nearly five years after being accused of murder.
Man wanted for attacking girlfriend caught in Clayton County after five years on the run
One of Fulton County's most wanted fugitives has been caught after spending five years on the run.
Clayton County private road washout leaves 7 families stranded
Holly Hill Way is a private road in Clayton County and the raging Swamp Creek caused a wash-out early Friday morning.
Investigators pursue leads after shooting incident at Hookah Me Up in Clayton County
Detectives with the Clayton County Police Department are asking for the public’s assistance as they continue investigating a fatal shooting at a local business.
Atlanta airport supervisor stabbing highlights homelessness issue
An employee at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport says he is lucky to be alive after he was stabbed while defending his coworker.
Mobile ag classroom brings virtual farm experience to Georgia students
Students at Michelle Obama STEM Elementary Academy enjoyed a day of agricultural exploration.
Clayton County man charged in series of drugging, rapes including minor
Investigators say the 27-year-old Clayton County man had drugged, sodomized and raped multiple women over several years.
Fulton County murder suspect arrested after officer spots him walking in street, police say
A metro Atlanta officer stopped a man to warn him about the dangers of not crossing the street in the crosswalk. Officials say it turned out the man was wanted for the murder of a father of four.
Homicide suspect found fully clothed under bedsheets, Clayton County police say
Police say the man was found fully clothed, hiding under bedsheets and pretending to be asleep.
High-speed chase exceeds 140 mph on I-85; Children found in car
A Forest Park man is facing multiple charges after leading Coweta County deputies on a high-speed chase exceeding 140 mph with his vehicle’s lights off and two children inside.
Clayton County animal advocates desperate for fosters as shelter sees overcrowding
Clayton County animal advocates are desperate for fosters and adoptions before Labor Day Weekend as Clayton County Animal Control sees overcrowding.
Clayton County settles ex-deputy's disability discrimination lawsuit
The former Clayton County deputy said he was demoted, fired and then threatened with arrest by ex-Sheriff Victor Hill after he was diagnosed with arthritis.
Red Lobster announces closure of 23 restaurants, including Jonesboro location
Red Lobster has announced that it is closing more locations, including one in Jonesboro.
Clayton County police officer arrested, accused of stealing from railroad
Investigators say the Clayton County police officer was caught on camera stealing property belonging to a railroad company. He's now facing multiple charges.
Suspected car thief leads police on high-speed, multi-county chase
A man is behind bars, accused of stealing a car and then leading law enforcement on a high-speed chase through two counties.
Inmate dies after series of reported medical incidents at Clayton County Jail
A Clayton County Jail inmate has died after being found unresponsive in his cell on F
Clayton County kidnapping: Baby found near dumpster; man arrested for stealing car
A car theft in Clayton County prompted an area-wide search for a 2-month-old infant, who was inside at the time. A 17-year-old person has since been arrested.