Former Acworth DQ managers accused of scamming restaurant out of over $40K

Two former managers of an Acworth Dairy Queen are accused of pulling two different scams, stealing tens of thousands of dollars from the restaurant.

Man charged in Smyrna church burglary and fire

According to a warrant, the man stole $2,500 from a safe and took religious robes and sashes before lighting the church on fire.

Suspect in 16-year-old Daquavius Royalston's shooting identified

Atlanta police have identified the suspect who shot and killed 16-year-old Daquavius Royalston as Quinterrious Kyson Turner.

South Fulton residents opposed to proposed millage rate increase

Many South Fulton residents support the public safety training facilities, but they don't want the millage rate cap affected with the plan.

Woman killed in Windy Hill fire identified; police asking for help

Firefighters discovered the body of 32-year-old Mary Oliva Matthews inside a Windy Hill Road apartment early Wednesday.

Gabe Sterling files to run for Georgia secretary of state

Gabe Sterling announced he is running for Georgia Secretary of State. Sterling filed a "Declaration of Intention to Accept Campaign Contributions" form with the state ethics commission on Tuesday.

Driver in deadly Gordon County wreck back in jail

Matthew Allen Pickens, 44, charged in an Aug. 23 fatal head-on crash after fleeing law enforcement.

RFK Jr. mentions DeKalb Officer David Rose, criticizes CDC during testimony

HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. defended his “Make America Healthy Again" agenda, calling it a shift toward preventing chronic disease.

Lawmakers, students honor victims of Apalachee shooting at Capitol

Georgia Democrats, students, and gun safety advocates gathered at the State Capitol on Wednesday to mark one year since the deadly shooting at Apalachee High School.

Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | Sept. 5-7, 2025

From local traditions to new experiences, metro Atlanta has something for everyone this week—whether you’re into food, music, or outdoor fun.

Two $1M tickets sold in Georgia as jackpot climbs higher

The Powerball jackpot continues to grow after no one hit the grand prize in Wednesday night’s drawing.

Man charged for selling drugs in deadly Cobb County overdose

Marietta police say a fentanyl dealer has been charged with felony manslaughter, almost a year after the alleged crime.

Community mourns 16-year-old killed inside his home

The mother of a 16-year-old boy killed in his home said she is trying to process what happened. She said the father of her 3-year-old shot him thinking he was an intruder.

CDC shooter’s mental health struggles captured on police body camera

Newly released body camera footage from September 2024 shows the night the alleged CDC shooter was taken to the hospital after his father called police, saying he was trying to get ahold of guns and was suicidal.