Investigation: County failed to process ballot applications

After an investigation found that election officials in Georgia’s most populous county failed to process some absentee ballot applications for the June primary, the state election board on Thursday referred the matter to the state attorney general to determine whether laws were broken.

Sandy Springs police investigate deadly hit and run on GA-400

Sandy Springs police are working to learn the identity of the woman who was hit and killed during a traffic crash along GA-400. 

Milton High School suspend sports practices until September due to COVID-19

Milton High School has temporarily shut down their football and cheerleader programs after five students test positive for the coronavirus.

Georgia, Fulton elections officials promise improvements for November election

Both state and local officials promised Monday they are working to fix the issues that plagued the primary on June 9, including long lines and a lack of poll workers.

Family says son's service dog is being held for ransom

A Fulton County family is searching for their son's service dog after he ran away earlier this week. Someone told the family they found the dog, but wouldn't give him back unless they paid them money through an App.

John Creek resident upset postal worker accused of stealing package is back on the job

They are trustworthy, dependable, and ready to deliver in all types of weather. Homeowners generally have high regard for their neighborhood mail carrier. But there is a cloud hanging over one postal employee that results from an accusation she stole a package from the door of a Johns Creek homeowner.

In search of outdoor dining? You’re in 'Luck' in Roswell

Metro Atlanta favorite Lucky's Burger & Brew celebrates ten years of serving up food, beer, and love for golden retrievers.

City of Sandy Springs adopts face masks for public spaces

The city's mayor said that he made the declaration to "ensure that Sandy Springs citizens do everything they can to help keep each other safe and keep its businesses open."

With more children online, police have a warning for parents

With limited sports and other activities, most kids are online now more than ever. Roswell Police say predators are online too.

Fulton County chairman pushes for alternatives for mail-in voting

Fulton County Board of Commissioners Chairman Robb Pitts wants absentee ballot boxes at common, popular stores such as CVS and Kroger.

COVID-19 patient released from Emory Hospital after more than 3 months

A Union City man is thankful to be back home with his family after spending more than three months in the hospital with COVID-19.

College Park police honors officer wounded in line of duty

College Park Police Sergeant Chuck Landrum was almost killed while apprehending a murder suspect earlier this year. On Thursday, his department honored him with the Purple Heart. 

Metro Atlanta sees its youngest death from COVID-19

Health officials in Georgia reported the youngest death from COVID-19 in metro Atlanta on Friday.

Roswell fire chief in ICU, suffering from COVID-19, according to post

Roswell’s fire chief is fighting for his life after contracting COViD-19, the Roswell Fire Department reported late Thursday night.

Paul Howard ousted after serving more than 2 decades as Fulton County DA

It appears Fulton County will have its first new district attorney in nearly two decades. Incumbent Paul Howard was beaten by more than 45 percentage points Tuesday in a runoff against Fani Willis.

Fulton County hoping to avoid long runoff election lines

Fulton County officials are taking steps to avoid a repeat of the June primary election, during which people saw ridiculously long voter lines and had to wait hours just to cast a ballot.

State Ethics Commission fines Fulton District Attorney Paul Howard $6,500

Fulton County District Attorney Paul Howard agreed to pay a $6500 fine for violating campaign finance laws. Howard failed to disclose he was paid at least $140,000 from a non-profit formed to combat juvenile crime. A GBI investigation of same allegations is still underway.