Earth Day events in metro Atlanta | April 2025
Here are some of the top Earth Day events and celebrations happening this month across metro Atlanta.
Here are some of the top Earth Day events and celebrations happening this month across metro Atlanta.
Sandy Springs mom found not guilty in toddler's drowning by reason of insanity
Security footage from 2023 showed the Sandy Springs mom walking her toddler toward the pond, then calmly heading back in the frame naked without the 22-month-old girl.
Security footage from 2023 showed the Sandy Springs mom walking her toddler toward the pond, then calmly heading back in the frame naked without the 22-month-old girl.
Funeral service for South Fulton Capt. Helio Garcia held Monday
The funeral service for South Fulton Police Department's Capt. Helio Garcia, 47, was held Monday at World Changers Church International in College Park.
The funeral service for South Fulton Police Department's Capt. Helio Garcia, 47, was held Monday at World Changers Church International in College Park.
South Fulton rallies to help family of Capt. Helio Garcia after his tragic death
Capt. Helio Garcia, a South Fulton police officer, was killed in the line of duty when another vehicle collided with his patrol car.
Capt. Helio Garcia, a South Fulton police officer, was killed in the line of duty when another vehicle collided with his patrol car.
Photos: Easter celebrations across metro Atlanta
Families will be gathering this weekend to celebrate Easter.
Families will be gathering this weekend to celebrate Easter.
Flags lowered to half-staff in honor of fallen South Fulton officer
Flags across Georgia will be flown at half-staff on Monday to honor Lt. Helio Armando Garcia III, who was killed in the line of duty.
Flags across Georgia will be flown at half-staff on Monday to honor Lt. Helio Armando Garcia III, who was killed in the line of duty.
Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta | April 18-20, 2025
Looking for things to do in metro Atlanta this weekend? From festivals and food events to art shows, concerts, and comedy, there’s something for everyone.
Looking for things to do in metro Atlanta this weekend? From festivals and food events to art shows, concerts, and comedy, there’s something for everyone.
South Fulton officer critical, Fulton officer injured in deadly shootout
Two officers have been injured and a suspect is dead after a shootout at a hotel in South Fulton.
Two officers have been injured and a suspect is dead after a shootout at a hotel in South Fulton.
Fulton County man sentenced to life in prison for 2022 sexual assault case
A Fulton County man has been sentenced to life in prison after a jury found him guilty of rape and battery in a 2022 sexual assault case. It took jurors just 46 minutes to reach a unanimous verdict.
A Fulton County man has been sentenced to life in prison after a jury found him guilty of rape and battery in a 2022 sexual assault case. It took jurors just 46 minutes to reach a unanimous verdict.
Funeral arrangements announced for South Fulton officer killed in crash
The City of South Fulton Police Department has announced the funeral arrangements for Capt. Helio Garcia, who was killed in a head-on crash while on duty earlier this week.
The City of South Fulton Police Department has announced the funeral arrangements for Capt. Helio Garcia, who was killed in a head-on crash while on duty earlier this week.
Family desperate to find East Point man missing since 2019
The family of a 34-year-old man who disappeared in 2019 from East Point is pleading with the public for answers.
The family of a 34-year-old man who disappeared in 2019 from East Point is pleading with the public for answers.
City of South Fulton honors police officer killed in head-on collision
Lt. Helio Garcia is the first South Fulton officer killed in the line of duty, dying in a head-on crash Tuesday night when a driver crossed a double white line on Flat Shoals Road, according to investigators.
Lt. Helio Garcia is the first South Fulton officer killed in the line of duty, dying in a head-on crash Tuesday night when a driver crossed a double white line on Flat Shoals Road, according to investigators.
Former South Fulton mayor launches bid to reclaim top job
Former Mayor William “Bill” Edwards is making a political comeback, officially launching his campaign to once again lead the City of South Fulton.
Former Mayor William “Bill” Edwards is making a political comeback, officially launching his campaign to once again lead the City of South Fulton.
House Judiciary Committee presses Fulton DA's office for records, warns of action
The House Judiciary Committee is escalating its ongoing investigation into what it calls “politically motivated prosecutions," focusing on the Fulton County DA's Office and its case against President Trump.
The House Judiciary Committee is escalating its ongoing investigation into what it calls “politically motivated prosecutions," focusing on the Fulton County DA's Office and its case against President Trump.
Easter egg hunts and other events in metro Atlanta | April 2025
From helicopter egg drops to petting zoos, live music, and bunny photo ops, there are plenty of free and low-cost egg hunts and spring festivals happening around metro Atlanta.
From helicopter egg drops to petting zoos, live music, and bunny photo ops, there are plenty of free and low-cost egg hunts and spring festivals happening around metro Atlanta.
License plate thief tried to hide at Sandy Springs police HQ, officers say
A Sandy Springs man accused of stealing a license plate picked an unfortunate place to try and hide after his crime, officers say.
A Sandy Springs man accused of stealing a license plate picked an unfortunate place to try and hide after his crime, officers say.
Fulton County approves childcare pilot program for government employees
The new pilot program would give some Fulton County employees up to $500 a month to help pay for daycare costs.
The new pilot program would give some Fulton County employees up to $500 a month to help pay for daycare costs.
Viral claim that people went missing in Atlanta after job interviews is fake, police say
A story spreading on social media about 17 people who went missing in metro Atlanta after applying to a job listing on Indeed is completely fake, police say.
A story spreading on social media about 17 people who went missing in metro Atlanta after applying to a job listing on Indeed is completely fake, police say.
South Fulton police officer killed in head-on crash, other driver identified
South Fulton Lt. Helio Garcia had worked with the South Fulton Police Department since nearly its start and had a wife and three children.
South Fulton Lt. Helio Garcia had worked with the South Fulton Police Department since nearly its start and had a wife and three children.
TikTok trend sparks chaos: Minecraft movie screenings disrupted in Georgia
A viral TikTok trend tied to the new Minecraft movie is causing chaos in theaters nationwide — including one in metro Atlanta.
A viral TikTok trend tied to the new Minecraft movie is causing chaos in theaters nationwide — including one in metro Atlanta.