Atlanta Public Schools approves plan to close or repurpose 16 schools
APS approved a districtwide plan to close or repurpose 16 schools starting in 2027 during Wednesday night's meeting.
APS approved a districtwide plan to close or repurpose 16 schools starting in 2027 during Wednesday night's meeting.
Blackberry shipments hid nearly 1,600 pounds of meth, two convicted criminals charged
Nearly 1,600 pounds of cartel-linked meth hidden in blackberry shipments were seized in Georgia, leading to federal charges against two convicted felons.
Nearly 1,600 pounds of cartel-linked meth hidden in blackberry shipments were seized in Georgia, leading to federal charges against two convicted felons.
Metro Atlanta rents surge as wages lag, forcing families to keep moving
Metro Atlanta rents have soared far faster than wages over the past decade, forcing families like Emerald Fox’s to keep moving as the ARC pushes for more affordable housing development.
Metro Atlanta rents have soared far faster than wages over the past decade, forcing families like Emerald Fox’s to keep moving as the ARC pushes for more affordable housing development.
Third DeKalb family alleges sexual assault on school bus
A third DeKalb County family has come forward to claim their 9-year-old autistic daughter was sexually assaulted while riding her school bus.
A third DeKalb County family has come forward to claim their 9-year-old autistic daughter was sexually assaulted while riding her school bus.
Haralson County man gets life without parole for rape and child molestation
A Haralson County man will spend the rest of his life behind bars for rape and child molestation.
A Haralson County man will spend the rest of his life behind bars for rape and child molestation.
Execution date set for convicted killer Stacey Humphreys
Georgia has set a Dec. 17 execution date for Stacey Ian Humphreys, convicted in the 2003 kidnapping and killing of two Cobb County real estate agents.
Georgia has set a Dec. 17 execution date for Stacey Ian Humphreys, convicted in the 2003 kidnapping and killing of two Cobb County real estate agents.
Gainesville man charged with elder abuse and neglect
A Gainesville man is charged with felony elder neglect after police say a 71-year-old family member suffered severe burns and injuries due to lack of care.
A Gainesville man is charged with felony elder neglect after police say a 71-year-old family member suffered severe burns and injuries due to lack of care.
Investigation into Rockdale County inmate escape underway
Rockdale County Sheriff Eric Levett says the investigation into escaped inmate Timothy Shane has intensified after Shane was found in an abandoned home three days after fleeing Grady Memorial Hospital.
Rockdale County Sheriff Eric Levett says the investigation into escaped inmate Timothy Shane has intensified after Shane was found in an abandoned home three days after fleeing Grady Memorial Hospital.
These are the most fun cities in America in 2025, data reveals
New data ranked the most fun U.S. cities in 2025 that offering diverse, affordable entertainment across 65 metrics.
New data ranked the most fun U.S. cities in 2025 that offering diverse, affordable entertainment across 65 metrics.
Milledgeville daycare closed after owner arrested for alleged molestation
Georgia’s Department of Early Care and Learning revoked the license of a Milledgeville day care after the 78-year-old owner was arrested on child molestation charges.
Georgia’s Department of Early Care and Learning revoked the license of a Milledgeville day care after the 78-year-old owner was arrested on child molestation charges.
DeKalb woman who claimed accidental shooting of husband pleads guilty
A DeKalb County woman has pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter and weapons violations in the 2022 shooting death of her husband, the district attorney announced.
A DeKalb County woman has pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter and weapons violations in the 2022 shooting death of her husband, the district attorney announced.
Several people arrested after alleged underage sexual assault in Paulding
Investigators say an underage girl was sexually assaulted during a house party where minors had been drinking.
Investigators say an underage girl was sexually assaulted during a house party where minors had been drinking.
Woman killed in Bartow County Thanksgiving fire
Officials say one person died in a Thanksgiving Day house fire in Bartow County; the State Fire Marshal is investigating the cause.
Officials say one person died in a Thanksgiving Day house fire in Bartow County; the State Fire Marshal is investigating the cause.
Fulton County voters select several new leaders in runoff election
Voters chose new mayors in East Point, Roswell and South Fulton, while Sandy Springs’ incumbent mayor retained his seat.
Voters chose new mayors in East Point, Roswell and South Fulton, while Sandy Springs’ incumbent mayor retained his seat.
Escaped Rockdale inmate Timothy Shane finally captured in Covington
Escaped Rockdale County inmate Timothy Shane was captured on Wednesday morning in Covington, according to the sheriff's office.
Escaped Rockdale County inmate Timothy Shane was captured on Wednesday morning in Covington, according to the sheriff's office.
Shootout inside Conyers restaurant leads to standoff, suspect arrested
A shooting inside a Conyers restaurant Tuesday night led to an hours-long police search and standoff before officers arrested a suspect at a nearby home, authorities said.
A shooting inside a Conyers restaurant Tuesday night led to an hours-long police search and standoff before officers arrested a suspect at a nearby home, authorities said.
Powder Springs teen raises funds for trainer battling brain tumor
An equestrian student is raising money to support the trainer she shared saved her life.
An equestrian student is raising money to support the trainer she shared saved her life.
Bartow County deputy loses mother in Calhoun house fire
Deputy Elizabeth Townsend lost her mother after a fire destroyed the family’s home before Thanksgiving.
Deputy Elizabeth Townsend lost her mother after a fire destroyed the family’s home before Thanksgiving.
Missing 7-year-old boy found after extensive search in Newton County
Deputies found the 7-year-old boy safe after a search in The Falls subdivision.
Deputies found the 7-year-old boy safe after a search in The Falls subdivision.
Escaped Rockdale County inmate seen inside Henry County Publix
Escaped Rockdale County inmate Timothy Shane was caught on camera inside a Henry County Publix before requesting an Uber; deputies say he stole two vehicles after fleeing Grady Memorial Hospital and remains on the run.
Escaped Rockdale County inmate Timothy Shane was caught on camera inside a Henry County Publix before requesting an Uber; deputies say he stole two vehicles after fleeing Grady Memorial Hospital and remains on the run.