Former Fulton jailer sentenced in 2018 inmate death
A former Fulton County jailer has pleaded guilty and been sentenced in connection with the 2018 death of an inmate, a case that has drawn years of legal scrutiny and allegations of excessive force.
A former Fulton County jailer has pleaded guilty and been sentenced in connection with the 2018 death of an inmate, a case that has drawn years of legal scrutiny and allegations of excessive force.
Family of Justin Tucker speaks after Sandy Springs murder arrests
The family of a man shot and killed at a Sandy Springs apartment complex earlier this week is speaking out following the arrest of two suspects in his murder.
The family of a man shot and killed at a Sandy Springs apartment complex earlier this week is speaking out following the arrest of two suspects in his murder.
Ex-South Fulton officer accused of assault granted bond
A former South Fulton police officer accused of sexually assaulting a woman inside his patrol car during an arrest was granted bond Friday.
A former South Fulton police officer accused of sexually assaulting a woman inside his patrol car during an arrest was granted bond Friday.
Police captain killed by drunk driver remembered in Georgia
Friends and family gathered Thursday to honor South Fulton Capt. Helio Armando Garcia III, one year after he was killed.
Friends and family gathered Thursday to honor South Fulton Capt. Helio Armando Garcia III, one year after he was killed.
Why Roswell is waiving fees at its new parking deck
Roswell is opening its new downtown parking deck with no fees to help businesses during major roadwork.
Roswell is opening its new downtown parking deck with no fees to help businesses during major roadwork.
East Point police find 17 pounds of pot in murder arrest
About 17 pounds of marijuana was seized during the arrest of a homicide suspect earlier this week.
About 17 pounds of marijuana was seized during the arrest of a homicide suspect earlier this week.
Painted Tree Boutiques closes Roswell location
Painted Tree Boutiques closed all locations nationwide effective immediately.
Painted Tree Boutiques closed all locations nationwide effective immediately.
South Fulton officer uses autism training to help girl
A South Fulton police captain used his personal experience and specialized training to calm a child with autism during an episode at a local Walmart.
A South Fulton police captain used his personal experience and specialized training to calm a child with autism during an episode at a local Walmart.
Police investigate death of mother behind shopping plaza
A mother was found shot to death while on her lunch break Thursday morning in a parking lot behind a busy South Fulton shopping center.
A mother was found shot to death while on her lunch break Thursday morning in a parking lot behind a busy South Fulton shopping center.
Deion Patterson cleared for trial in Midtown mass shooting
A judge has ruled that Deion Patterson is competent to stand trial for the deadly 2023 shooting at a Midtown Atlanta medical facility.
A judge has ruled that Deion Patterson is competent to stand trial for the deadly 2023 shooting at a Midtown Atlanta medical facility.
Second brother arrested after deadly Sandy Springs shooting
Two brothers, Derrick and Mason Washington, are in custody facing murder charges for the fatal shooting of Justin Tucker in Sandy Springs.
Two brothers, Derrick and Mason Washington, are in custody facing murder charges for the fatal shooting of Justin Tucker in Sandy Springs.
South Fulton eviction leads to 300-pound pot bust
Fulton County marshals found over 334 pounds of marijuana while serving an eviction notice Tuesday.
Fulton County marshals found over 334 pounds of marijuana while serving an eviction notice Tuesday.
Fulton County approves $1.3B for new jail facility
Fulton County leaders approved $1.3 billion for a new special purpose jail facility and renovations to the current jail.
Fulton County leaders approved $1.3 billion for a new special purpose jail facility and renovations to the current jail.
Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | April 17-19, 2026
Spring is in full swing across metro Atlanta and north Georgia, bringing a packed weekend of festivals, concerts and family-friendly events.
Spring is in full swing across metro Atlanta and north Georgia, bringing a packed weekend of festivals, concerts and family-friendly events.
Second victim identified in DeKalb County shooting spree
Police have identified Prianna Weathers as the first victim in a random, multi-county shooting spree that ended with the arrest of a 26-year-old suspect.
Police have identified Prianna Weathers as the first victim in a random, multi-county shooting spree that ended with the arrest of a 26-year-old suspect.
Babysitter denied bond in child’s death; 2 now sought
The babysitter charged with death of 3-year-old on Easter Sunday has been denied bond and police are looking for her son and another person who may have been present during the incident.
The babysitter charged with death of 3-year-old on Easter Sunday has been denied bond and police are looking for her son and another person who may have been present during the incident.
Metro Atlanta's expansion continues to push north
Metro Atlanta is spreading further north as Dawson County becomes one of the fastest-growing areas in the nation, driven by a booming tech corridor and a search for affordable housing.
Metro Atlanta is spreading further north as Dawson County becomes one of the fastest-growing areas in the nation, driven by a booming tech corridor and a search for affordable housing.
Fulton jail renovation costs rise to $1.3 billion
Fulton County commissioners are set to discuss a report detailing a cost increase for the Rice Street Jail renovation, now estimated at $1.3 billion.
Fulton County commissioners are set to discuss a report detailing a cost increase for the Rice Street Jail renovation, now estimated at $1.3 billion.
Judge denies Fulton County request for secret FBI records
A federal judge denied Fulton County’s request to force the FBI to hand over internal records about the seizure of 2020 election ballots.
A federal judge denied Fulton County’s request to force the FBI to hand over internal records about the seizure of 2020 election ballots.
Georgia Renaissance Festival opens with themed weekends
The Georgia Renaissance Festival is back in Fairburn, kicking off its 2026 spring season with crowds gathering for a day of jousting, live entertainment and Renaissance-style fun.
The Georgia Renaissance Festival is back in Fairburn, kicking off its 2026 spring season with crowds gathering for a day of jousting, live entertainment and Renaissance-style fun.