Free breast exams being offered in Cherokee County

The Cherokee County Health Department is marking Breast Cancer Awareness Month with free screenings and educational events at both its Woodstock and Canton locations next week.

Spotted lanternfly continues spread across U.S., Georgia

Scientists say the spotted lanternfly, an invasive species, continues to spread across the U.S. — including right here in Georgia.

‘Rat-a-tatt-tatt’: Feds reveal new details in foiled Atlanta airport shooting

A Bartow County man is facing federal charges after authorities say he threatened to “shoot up" Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and arrived there armed with an AR-15-style rifle.

New Wellstar hospital approved for hospital

State officials have approved plans for a new $1 billion Wellstar hospital in Acworth.

Wednesday weather: Thick fog in Atlanta this morning, cool afternoon ahead

Some drivers may need extra time on the road this morning as patches of thick fog settle across parts of metro Atlanta and North Georgia.

Hawks open 2025-26 season tonight at State Farm Arena

The Atlanta Hawks are kicking off their 2025–26 regular season Tuesday night at State Farm Arena — and fans are in for a treat before the team even takes the court.

Atlanta police officer pulled from burning vehicle identified

Atlanta police have identified the officer critically injured after crashing into a home Monday night while responding to a call for help from another officer.

Atlanta airport arrest: Billy Joe Cagle now faces federal charges

Billy Joe Cagle now faces federal charges after police said he threatened to "shoot up" the Atlanta airport on Monday.

Peachtree City family escapes massive house fire with pets

A fire destroyed a Peachtree City home Monday morning, but all the family members, including pets, were able to escape.

Owner of Rockdale County daycare set on fire claims she's being targeted

A Rockdale County daycare that was just days away from opening will now remain closed indefinitely after someone set the building on fire, and they owner said she believes someone is targeting her.