Georgia bill aims to return $3B in unclaimed funds
A bill aimed at helping Georgians recover billions in unclaimed money has passed both chambers of the Georgia General Assembly unanimously, state lawmakers announced.
A bill aimed at helping Georgians recover billions in unclaimed money has passed both chambers of the Georgia General Assembly unanimously, state lawmakers announced.
3 juveniles shot in Chamblee area, suspected shooter arrested
Three juveniles were shot early Saturday near a Chamblee event hall, leaving one in life-threatening condition and prompting a foot chase that ended with a suspect in custody, police said.
Three juveniles were shot early Saturday near a Chamblee event hall, leaving one in life-threatening condition and prompting a foot chase that ended with a suspect in custody, police said.
Georgia bill to end daylight saving time clears state Senate
A bill aimed at making daylight saving time permanent in Georgia is moving closer to becoming law after passing the state Senate.
A bill aimed at making daylight saving time permanent in Georgia is moving closer to becoming law after passing the state Senate.
Fulton County fights FBI in court to recover 2020 ballots
Fulton County attorneys accused the FBI of showing 'callous disregard' to obtain a search warrant used to seize 2020 election ballots.
Fulton County attorneys accused the FBI of showing 'callous disregard' to obtain a search warrant used to seize 2020 election ballots.
GSP trooper shoots man after Newton County pursuit
A Georgia State Patrol trooper opened fire on a person outside Porterdale on Friday afternoon, a spokesperson confirmed.
A Georgia State Patrol trooper opened fire on a person outside Porterdale on Friday afternoon, a spokesperson confirmed.
Second arrest in LaGrange apartment complex homicide
Police arrested 19-year-old Azion Avery for providing a stolen gun used in a fatal shooting.
Police arrested 19-year-old Azion Avery for providing a stolen gun used in a fatal shooting.
Kennesaw man killed in South Cobb Drive hit-and-run
Cobb County police are searching for 35-year-old Alberto Martinez following a fatal hit-and-run crash in Marietta.
Cobb County police are searching for 35-year-old Alberto Martinez following a fatal hit-and-run crash in Marietta.
Georgia House passes nonpartisan election bill for metro Atlanta
The Georgia House passed HB 369, requiring nonpartisan elections for DAs and other offices in five metro Atlanta counties.
The Georgia House passed HB 369, requiring nonpartisan elections for DAs and other offices in five metro Atlanta counties.
Kelvin Williams convicted in Woodstock kitchen shooting
A Cherokee County jury found 48-year-old Kelvin Demond Williams guilty of murdering his wife and attempting to murder her teenage son.
A Cherokee County jury found 48-year-old Kelvin Demond Williams guilty of murdering his wife and attempting to murder her teenage son.
3 deputies injured in Clayton County Jail housing unit brawl
Four inmates face additional charges after allegedly assaulting a deputy and sparking a two-minute disturbance.
Four inmates face additional charges after allegedly assaulting a deputy and sparking a two-minute disturbance.
Georgia Senate passes bill for hand-marked paper ballots
A controversial bill passed by the Georgia Senate Friday could change the way Georgian's vote come November.
A controversial bill passed by the Georgia Senate Friday could change the way Georgian's vote come November.
Travelers find empty lines at Atlanta airport despite TSA shortage
The partial government shutdown continues to create an unpredictable environment at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
The partial government shutdown continues to create an unpredictable environment at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
Riverdale police find 'lean' in baby bottle
Riverdale police found a baby bottle filled with 'lean' and a handgun during a traffic stop.
Riverdale police found a baby bottle filled with 'lean' and a handgun during a traffic stop.
Canton man sentenced for raping teenage girls in Canton
Monquezias Deshad Watts, 33, was sentenced after being found guilty on multiple child sex crimes.
Monquezias Deshad Watts, 33, was sentenced after being found guilty on multiple child sex crimes.
Good News Friday: Positive news from around metro Atlanta
Here’s a look at some of the positive stories making headlines across metro Atlanta and North Georgia.
Here’s a look at some of the positive stories making headlines across metro Atlanta and North Georgia.
44 pounds of meth seized in Douglasville drug raid
Federal authorities have charged four men following a series of drug trafficking raids that uncovered massive quantities of methamphetamine across several metro Atlanta counties, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.
Federal authorities have charged four men following a series of drug trafficking raids that uncovered massive quantities of methamphetamine across several metro Atlanta counties, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.
Senate votes to fund DHS, wait times continue to vary at Atlanta airport
The U.S. Senate passed a late-night deal to fund the Department of Homeland Security through the end of the fiscal year, which means TSA agents could be paid soon.
The U.S. Senate passed a late-night deal to fund the Department of Homeland Security through the end of the fiscal year, which means TSA agents could be paid soon.
2-year-old killed in McDonough fire Thursday night identified
A child tragically died Thursday evening after being rescued from a burning townhome in McDonough, fire officials confirmed.
A child tragically died Thursday evening after being rescued from a burning townhome in McDonough, fire officials confirmed.
Easter events, dining in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | 2026
From egg hunts and brunch buffets to seasonal treats and special experiences, there are plenty of ways to celebrate the holiday.
From egg hunts and brunch buffets to seasonal treats and special experiences, there are plenty of ways to celebrate the holiday.
Midtown power outage resolved after morning blackout
Georgia Power has fully restored service to over 5,200 customers in Midtown Atlanta following a morning outage.
Georgia Power has fully restored service to over 5,200 customers in Midtown Atlanta following a morning outage.