Blocking police using your car could become a felony

Georgia House Bill 1076 aims to make blocking law enforcement officers with a vehicle a felony punishable by up to five years in prison.

Help rename 2 dogs rescued from 'inhumane' conditions in Butts County

The rescued dogs are showing major health improvements; the male is on a specialized feeding plan for weight gain, and the female is no longer acting fearful.

Georgia literacy bill: Literacy coaches and required kindergarten

Georgia House Speaker Jon Burns, joined by a bipartisan group of lawmakers, formally introduced the "Georgia Early Literacy Act of 2026" on Thursday.

Roommates, cold case investigators testify in Tara Baker murder trial

Roommates and investigators testified Thursday in the Edrick Faust murder trial. The defense highlighted alternative suspects in the 2001 killing of Tara Baker.

'Walk for Peace' monks nearing outskirts of Washington, D.C., on 104th day

A group of almost 20 Buddhist monks is entering the final leg of an arduous 2,300-mile "Walk for Peace," nearing the outskirts of Washington, D.C., after 104 days on the road.

No injuries after CSX train derails in Palmetto

Multiple CSX train cars derailed early Friday morning on Highway 29 in Palmetto. No injuries or hazardous materials were reported.

Several gubernatorial candidates gather for debate in SW Atlanta

Several top contenders for Georgia governor gathered in southwest Atlanta on Thursday for a debate hosted by the "Georgia Men for Democracy Now" political action committee.

Judge gives 10-day deadline to set trial date for former supt. Devon Horton

A federal judge has issued a 10-day deadline for attorneys to establish a trial date in the embezzlement and fraud case against former DeKalb County Superintendent Devon Horton.

South Fulton police audit finds department using 'outdated' policies

South Fulton Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs says she is keeping her promise of transparency by providing residents on Friday with the results of an independent audit of the city’s police department, following several lawsuits filed against the agency over alleged misconduct.

Victims identified in deadly Winthrop Drive fire; 5 children escape burning home

"He went back in to see if he could help some of them out, and he never came back out." A late-night house fire claimed the lives of four family members.

McDonough police searching for woman last seen in 2024

Investigators are seeking the public's help in finding Kerri Lamar who has been missing since the end of 2024.

Convicted felon captured for sexual assaults in Buckhead, College Park

Police have arrested 31-year-old Kwame Shabazz who is accused of sexually assaulting a Buckhead woman. Investigators believe he is involved in a similar case in College Park.

Body found in Jackson County river near site of weekend car crash

The GBI is investigating after a man's body was found in a Jackson County river near the site of a Sunday car crash off Fields Road.