Lilburn man arrested in multi-county fire spree in DeKalb, Gwinnett
Loganville fire investigators identified Javon J. Heard, 42, as the man responsible for a string of fires across three Georgia counties.
Loganville fire investigators identified Javon J. Heard, 42, as the man responsible for a string of fires across three Georgia counties.
DeKalb County man indicted for murder in Gwinnett County officer shooting
A DeKalb County man faces a murder indictment after a grand jury linked him to the fatal shooting of a Gwinnett County officer in February.
A DeKalb County man faces a murder indictment after a grand jury linked him to the fatal shooting of a Gwinnett County officer in February.
Three arrested in Troup County drug investigation
Investigators arrested three people following a drug investigation at a LaGrange apartment.
Investigators arrested three people following a drug investigation at a LaGrange apartment.
Police identify agencies in deadly Cobb County shooting
Cobb County police and sheriff's deputies shot and killed 31-year-old Damian Strozier at 7:43 p.m. Tuesday.
Cobb County police and sheriff's deputies shot and killed 31-year-old Damian Strozier at 7:43 p.m. Tuesday.
Police report on NFL draft prospect released: Why was Zachariah Branch arrested?
Police have released a detailed report explaining the arrest of former Georgia wide receiver Zachariah Branch in Athens early Sunday morning.
Police have released a detailed report explaining the arrest of former Georgia wide receiver Zachariah Branch in Athens early Sunday morning.
Former First Liberty head faces judge in $140M Ponzi scheme case
Edwin Brant Frost IV is accused of running a $140 million Ponzi scheme in Newnan.
Edwin Brant Frost IV is accused of running a $140 million Ponzi scheme in Newnan.
Fourth show added for Usher, Chris Brown at Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Usher and Chris Brown added a fourth show at Mercedes-Benz Stadium for Nov. 11 due to high fan demand.
Usher and Chris Brown added a fourth show at Mercedes-Benz Stadium for Nov. 11 due to high fan demand.
Arrest in deadly double shooting outside Campbellton Road event space
A 17-year-old teen already in jail faces new murder charges for a deadly shooting outside a southwest Atlanta event space.
A 17-year-old teen already in jail faces new murder charges for a deadly shooting outside a southwest Atlanta event space.
Why an Atlanta man is refusing to pay a $5,000 water bill
An Atlanta business owner is fighting a $5,000 water bill after his monthly charges jumped from just $13.
An Atlanta business owner is fighting a $5,000 water bill after his monthly charges jumped from just $13.
Newnan police seek Justin Owens in Octavia Place murder
Police are looking for 35-year-old Justin Owens for a deadly shooting in a Newnan neighborhood.
Police are looking for 35-year-old Justin Owens for a deadly shooting in a Newnan neighborhood.
Haralson County wildfire 'under control'
A wildfire in Haralson County is under control after growing rapidly Thursday afternoon, according to fire officials.
A wildfire in Haralson County is under control after growing rapidly Thursday afternoon, according to fire officials.
Atlanta makes high-stakes pitch to host 2028 DNC
Atlanta is vying to host its first Democratic National Convention since 1988.
Atlanta is vying to host its first Democratic National Convention since 1988.
Stepmother charged after child found on side of I-20
A stepmother from Cleburne County, Alabama, faces multiple charges after investigators said she left a 7-year-old boy on the side of Interstate 20 while allegedly under the influence of medication.
A stepmother from Cleburne County, Alabama, faces multiple charges after investigators said she left a 7-year-old boy on the side of Interstate 20 while allegedly under the influence of medication.
Brantley County wildfire destroys 87 homes, threatens more
A massive wildfire is tearing through Brantley County, destroying dozens of homes and forcing residents to flee as shifting winds create a dangerous environment for crews on the ground.
A massive wildfire is tearing through Brantley County, destroying dozens of homes and forcing residents to flee as shifting winds create a dangerous environment for crews on the ground.
3 indicted in Atlanta Public Safety Training Center contractor attack
Three out-of-state individuals have been indicted for allegedly attacking a contractor’s office in Cobb County linked to the so-called "cop city."
Three out-of-state individuals have been indicted for allegedly attacking a contractor’s office in Cobb County linked to the so-called "cop city."
Ex-Georgia lawmaker sentenced for pandemic fraud
Former Georgia State Representative Karen Bennett has been sentenced to pay restitution and fines for fraudulently claiming pandemic unemployment benefits.
Former Georgia State Representative Karen Bennett has been sentenced to pay restitution and fines for fraudulently claiming pandemic unemployment benefits.
Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | April 24-26, 2026
Looking for something to do around Atlanta this week? From festivals and live music to sports and special events, there’s plenty happening across the metro area to keep you busy.
Looking for something to do around Atlanta this week? From festivals and live music to sports and special events, there’s plenty happening across the metro area to keep you busy.
Man killed after allegedly shooting Adairsville officer identified
An Adairsville police officer is recovering after being shot during an early morning encounter with a wanted suspect that turned deadly.
An Adairsville police officer is recovering after being shot during an early morning encounter with a wanted suspect that turned deadly.
Officials contain wildfire near Lake Allatoona in Bartow County
A 6-acre wildfire is burning near Lake Allatoona in Bartow County with 100% containment.
A 6-acre wildfire is burning near Lake Allatoona in Bartow County with 100% containment.
Two-year fugitive found hiding in air vent, taken into custody
A fugitive on the run for nearly two years was arrested Monday in Moultrie, Georgia, after being found hiding in a floor air vent, authorities said.
A fugitive on the run for nearly two years was arrested Monday in Moultrie, Georgia, after being found hiding in a floor air vent, authorities said.