Inside new Newnan High School 5 years after tornado destruction

A new Newnan High School now stands where the original campus was leveled by a 170-mph EF-4 tornado five years ago.

Five years since EF-4 tornado struck Newnan, devastating town

Five years after a devastating EF-4 tornado hit Newnan, survivors are reflecting on their recovery. The 2021 storm brought 170 mph winds that destroyed neighborhoods, the local high school, and the historic downtown area.

Newnan tornado survivors turn wreckage into remembrance 5 years later
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Five years ago Thursday morning, the town of Newnan changed forever after an EF-4 tornado with 170 mph winds cut a path of destruction through the community.

5 years after EF-4 tornado, Newnan honors 'Seasons of Strength' and recovery

This weekend, a stage performance will share the personal stories of survivors to mark the fifth anniversary of the EF-4 tornado that devastated Newnan.

Probe launched into borrowers linked to $140M First Liberty Ponzi scheme

The Georgia Secretary of State’s office has formally opened an investigation into a company linked to the First Liberty Ponzi scheme.

K-9 Robbi struck by vehicle while apprehending Newnan bank robbery suspect

A courageous K-9 is expected to make a full recovery after being struck by a vehicle while helping deputies capture a bank robbery suspect.

Carrollton couple arrested in retail receipt scam

Newnan Police are warning retailers to keep a sharp eye on returns this time of year after the bust of the couple accused in a receipt scam.

Newnan firefighters lift stranded deer after month long ordeal

Firefighters used a 70-foot ladder truck and rope gear to rescue a deer trapped for a month in a retention pond.

LIVE: Georgia runoff election results for 2025 municipal races

Polls closed Tuesday night across Georgia as voters decided dozens of municipal runoff races that will set the direction for several metro cities heading into 2026.

Newnan teen accused of stabbing 15-year-old boy

A Newnan teen is recovering after being stabbed several times in a fight. Newnan police say they’ve arrested the attacker, another teen.

Winning $980M Mega Millions ticket sold at Newnan Publix

One metro Atlanta resident is waking up a multimillionaire after winning the largest Mega Millions jackpot in Georgia history — but their identity may never be revealed.