Massive tractor-trailer fire shuts down I-285 in East Point, 1 injured

A massive vehicle fire involving three tractor-trailers and a SUV shut down all lanes of Interstate 285 in Fulton County Thursday morning. Drivers should expect major delays.

Heightened police presence at Tri-Cities High School after fights, threats of violence

There was a heavy police presence at Tri-Cities High School in East Point Thursday following a threat of violence that was made on social media, and several fights on campus. A fight on campus Wednesday led to a soft lockdown at the school.

Former boxing pro opens new East Point fitness studio

“[Boxing is] a fun way to enjoy fitness, and the whole family can be involved,” says former boxing pro Jai Davis, owner of a new fitness studio in East Point.

12-year-old girl accidentally shot by teen in East Point, police say

East Point police are working to find a teen suspected of accidentally shooting and injuring a 12-year-old girl on Saturday night.

Cycling series 'spins' through East Point this weekend

Who needs wings and an aircraft engine to get around the ATL Airport District? Two wheels will do just fine, as a cycling series proves once again this year.

Mother of Jamarion Robinson meets with Fulton County DA

The mother of Jamarion Robinson said she feels hopeful about the future of the case against the officer involved in the death of her son as the fifth anniversary of the incident approaches.

East Point police chief retiring after more than 30 years with department

After serving more than 30 years in the City of East Point Police Department, Chief Tommy Gardner has announced his retirement. His official last day will be July 1, 2021.

Caught on camera: Brazen thief jumps in woman’s car at car wash

A trip to car wash for one woman in East Point left her without a car. Surveillance footage shows the dramatic moments of a man getting into the woman's car and driving off.

Mother pleads for answers after teen shot and killed at East Point apartment

An East Point family wants answers after their teen son was murdered last week. Adler Baptiste, 19, left home with a friend Friday night, but never returned home.

Mother found dead in home; East Point police still searching for gunman

42-year-old Marquita Zamor was found dead last June. Investigators believe the family's house was targeted because several shell casings were found nearby.

East Point passes new curfew for juveniles

East Point City Council instating a curfew for all 17-year-olds and under. This goes into effect immediately from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. daily.

2 males, 1 female struck in shooting at Camp Creek Marketplace

Shell casings littered the parking lot, as investigators worked to determine what led up to the triple shooting at the popular weekend gathering spot.