Atlanta man killed in I-85 shootout with Coweta deputies
A routine traffic stop on Interstate 85 escalated into a fatal shootout Monday after a motorist drew a hidden weapon and fired at law enforcement officers, prompting state detectives to launch an independent investigation.
A routine traffic stop on Interstate 85 escalated into a fatal shootout Monday after a motorist drew a hidden weapon and fired at law enforcement officers, prompting state detectives to launch an independent investigation.
Driver killed after firing at Coweta County deputies on I-85
An interstate traffic stop escalated into a shootout Monday afternoon, shutting down Interstate 85 along a strip of the Coweta County line.
An interstate traffic stop escalated into a shootout Monday afternoon, shutting down Interstate 85 along a strip of the Coweta County line.
Gunfire at a rural crossroads country store leaves one woman critically injured
A Meriwether County sheriff's deputy arrested a Greenville man after he allegedly shot a woman in the head outside a rural gas station last Sunday.
A Meriwether County sheriff's deputy arrested a Greenville man after he allegedly shot a woman in the head outside a rural gas station last Sunday.
Luthersville Road shooting arrest: Greenville man jailed after woman shot
A 41-year-old Greenville man faces an aggravated assault charge following a Sunday evening shooting on Luthersville Road.
A 41-year-old Greenville man faces an aggravated assault charge following a Sunday evening shooting on Luthersville Road.
Former Warm Springs police chief arrested for misconduct
The GBI arrested former Warm Springs Police Chief Aisha Al-Khalifa on charges of false statements and violation of oath of office.
The GBI arrested former Warm Springs Police Chief Aisha Al-Khalifa on charges of false statements and violation of oath of office.
Pregnant dog shot in Meriwether County; shelter issues plea
The Meriwether County Animal Services issued an urgent plea Monday after a pregnant dog and another canine were brought to the shelter with gunshot wounds.
The Meriwether County Animal Services issued an urgent plea Monday after a pregnant dog and another canine were brought to the shelter with gunshot wounds.
Peewee, Johnny Lee arrested in Georgia asphalt scam targeting elderly
Authorities arrested two men in connection with a series of fraudulent asphalt paving schemes targeting elderly residents.
Authorities arrested two men in connection with a series of fraudulent asphalt paving schemes targeting elderly residents.
Georgia schools change schedule due to inclement weather
Multiple Georgia school districts have adjusted their schedules due to inclement weather on Monday.
Multiple Georgia school districts have adjusted their schedules due to inclement weather on Monday.
Flu cases shut down Meriwether County elementary school
A flu outbreak forced Mountain View Elementary in Meriwether County to shift to remote learning, following state health officials’ recommendation to close the school until further notice.
A flu outbreak forced Mountain View Elementary in Meriwether County to shift to remote learning, following state health officials’ recommendation to close the school until further notice.
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.
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.
Clayton fugitive arrested after high-speed chase, manhunt in Meriwether County
A Clayton County fugitive was captured in Meriwether County after a high-speed chase and manhunt involving drones, K-9 units, and multiple agencies; he now faces charges in two counties.
A Clayton County fugitive was captured in Meriwether County after a high-speed chase and manhunt involving drones, K-9 units, and multiple agencies; he now faces charges in two counties.
Two men charged after gunfire erupts at teen’s birthday party in Meriwether County
Two men were arrested for aggravated assault after opening fire on a crowd at a teenager’s birthday party in Meriwether County on Saturday.
Two men were arrested for aggravated assault after opening fire on a crowd at a teenager’s birthday party in Meriwether County on Saturday.
Three arrested in Meriwether County after violent puppy theft
Three people are behind bars in Meriwether County after deputies say they attempted to steal a $2,100 purebred puppy from a breeder.
Three people are behind bars in Meriwether County after deputies say they attempted to steal a $2,100 purebred puppy from a breeder.
Meriwether County sheriff named in civil lawsuit over fatal crash
Meriwether County Sheriff Chuck Smith is named in a civil lawsuit over a fatal crash involving one of his deputies.
Meriwether County Sheriff Chuck Smith is named in a civil lawsuit over a fatal crash involving one of his deputies.
BLOG: EF-1 tornado confirmed in Henry County, severe storms leave damage across metro Atlanta
A severe line of storms rolled through metro Atlanta and North Georgia early Monday afternoon. Several tornado and severe thunderstorm warnings were issued.
A severe line of storms rolled through metro Atlanta and North Georgia early Monday afternoon. Several tornado and severe thunderstorm warnings were issued.
Man blames negligence after wife dies from Meriwether County apartment fire
A deadly apartment fire is under investigation in Meriwether County. The victim's family members are now demanding answers after they say the incident could've been prevented.
A deadly apartment fire is under investigation in Meriwether County. The victim's family members are now demanding answers after they say the incident could've been prevented.
NWS confirms 6 tornadoes from Sunday storm in metro Atlanta
The National Weather Service has just confirmed three more tornadoes touched down on Sunday over Douglas, Cobb and DeKalb counties.
The National Weather Service has just confirmed three more tornadoes touched down on Sunday over Douglas, Cobb and DeKalb counties.
Fort Eisenhower murder suspect arrested after 'active shooter' situation
The Meriwether County Sheriff's Office announced the arrest of a wanted murder suspect accused of killing a man at Augusta's Fort Eisenhower during an “active shooter” situation Saturday morning.
The Meriwether County Sheriff's Office announced the arrest of a wanted murder suspect accused of killing a man at Augusta's Fort Eisenhower during an “active shooter” situation Saturday morning.
Meriwether County sheriff apprehends final suspect in home invasion murder case
The Meriwether County sheriff said the last known member of a gang responsible for the death of a 46-year-old woman shot and killed in her own bed is finally in custody.
The Meriwether County sheriff said the last known member of a gang responsible for the death of a 46-year-old woman shot and killed in her own bed is finally in custody.
Suspect charged with murder of 14-year-old found along Meriwether County road
Jordan Alvin Simon's body was found alongside a quiet roadway miles away from his hometown. Now investigators have charged a man with his murder.
Jordan Alvin Simon's body was found alongside a quiet roadway miles away from his hometown. Now investigators have charged a man with his murder.