Towns County sheriff defends himself after governor orders investigation

Sheriff Ken Henderson defends himself in a Facebook post, calling claims against him “misinformation" after Gov. Brian Kemp ordered an investigation.

North Carolina man loses $19K UTV in DeKalb County scam

A North Carolina man is out $19,000 after someone stole his UTV in DeKalb County that he was trying to sell online.

GBI investigating Barnesville homicide after weekend shooting

State agents are investigating the fatal shooting of a 41-year-old man in Barnesville over the weekend, authorities said.

Teens arrested at Callaway High in violent home invasion

Three juveniles were arrested at Callaway High School on Monday in connection with a violent home invasion, prompting a temporary lockdowns.

Blackface at Whitewater High volleyball game sparks outrage, superintendent responds

What was supposed to be a “blackout" volleyball game at a Fayette County high school was taken too far, with local leaders calling for accountability. 

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.

Arthur Blank’s celebrity golf tournament returns to Brookhaven

Arthur Blank’s celebrity golf tournament returned to Brookhaven to raise awareness about stuttering and treatment options available through the Blank Center.

Secoriea Turner murder: Lead detective testifies against Julian Conley

The lead detective in the 2020 shooting death of 8-year-old Secoriea Turner took the stand Monday, testifying against Julian Conley who is accused of murder.

Villa Rica man facing 7 felony counts of child exploitation

A 49-year-old Villa Rica man was arrested Sept. 18 on seven felony counts of child exploitation and remains in the Carroll County Jail.

Delta launches annual fundraiser flight for breast cancer research

Before the flight, former NFL quarterback and FOX Sports Analyst Tom Brady discussed his experience with breast cancer.

Shooting at Columbus Amazon warehouse ends with shooter dead

A man died by suicide after an active shooter situation at an Amazon facility in Columbus early Monday, according to police.

Freedom Collective works to rescue victims of sexual exploitation

A metro Atlanta nonprofit is working to bring hope to victims of sexual exploitation and help them break free from dangerous circumstances.

Georgia Reads Day to spotlight literacy at College Football Hall of Fame

Hundreds of students from across Georgia will gather Monday morning at the College Football Hall of Fame for Georgia Reads Day, a statewide celebration aimed at improving literacy.

Metro Atlanta weather: Fall begins with summer-like heat before cooldown

Fall officially begins Monday afternoon, but metro Atlanta will feel more like summer for the next couple of days with highs soaring into the upper 80s and possibly reaching 90 degrees by Tuesday.