Former Atlanta officer arrested on rape allegation over massage appointment
Muhammad Muhammad, a former Atlanta police officer, was arrested and charged with rape and false imprisonment.
Muhammad Muhammad, a former Atlanta police officer, was arrested and charged with rape and false imprisonment.
Haralson County authorities probe mysterious gunshot death of man
Jason Richard Rakestraw was found with a gunshot wound to the head and later died at the hospital.
Jason Richard Rakestraw was found with a gunshot wound to the head and later died at the hospital.
21-year-old convicted in violent Atlanta carjacking, sentenced to 45 years
Kentario Shields was convicted of multiple charges including first-degree carjacking and sentenced to 45 years, with 30 years in prison.
Kentario Shields was convicted of multiple charges including first-degree carjacking and sentenced to 45 years, with 30 years in prison.
New CDC director tours Roybal campus amid layoffs, shooting aftermath
The CDC campus in Decatur suffered significant damage from an Aug. 8 mass shooting, with over 500 rounds fired, affecting multiple buildings and floors.
The CDC campus in Decatur suffered significant damage from an Aug. 8 mass shooting, with over 500 rounds fired, affecting multiple buildings and floors.
MARTA police chief highlights crime reduction amid safety concerns
MARTA Police Chief Scott Kreher highlights a decrease in violent crime, emphasizing the agency's safety.
MARTA Police Chief Scott Kreher highlights a decrease in violent crime, emphasizing the agency's safety.
Vice President JD Vance discusses manufacturing, worker protections in Georgia visit
Vice President JD Vance rallied hundreds in Peachtree City, stressing jobs, tax cuts, and keeping manufacturing in the U.S.
Vice President JD Vance rallied hundreds in Peachtree City, stressing jobs, tax cuts, and keeping manufacturing in the U.S.
Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | Aug. 22-24, 2025
Looking for ways to make the most of your weekend in metro Atlanta? From festivals and live music to art celebrations and family fun, here are some of the top events happening around town.
Looking for ways to make the most of your weekend in metro Atlanta? From festivals and live music to art celebrations and family fun, here are some of the top events happening around town.
Mastodon co-founder Brent Hinds killed in Atlanta motorcycle crash
William Brent Hinds, 51, co-founder and former member of Atlanta heavy metal band Mastodon, was killed in a motorcycle crash late Wednesday.
William Brent Hinds, 51, co-founder and former member of Atlanta heavy metal band Mastodon, was killed in a motorcycle crash late Wednesday.
Fulton County Jail renovations: Sheriff Labat criticizes plan
Sheriff Patrick Labat called the plan “smoke and mirrors" that ignores urgent needs.
Sheriff Patrick Labat called the plan “smoke and mirrors" that ignores urgent needs.
Man accused of attacking 77-year-old at Cobb County home
A Marietta man is facing charges after police say he attacked a 77-year-old homeowner who caught him in his bedroom.
A Marietta man is facing charges after police say he attacked a 77-year-old homeowner who caught him in his bedroom.
APD conducts canvass in unsolved 2018 shooting of Deonta Wallace
The Atlanta Police Department conducted a tactical canvass Wednesday as part of its ongoing investigation into the 2018 shooting death of Deonta Wallace.
The Atlanta Police Department conducted a tactical canvass Wednesday as part of its ongoing investigation into the 2018 shooting death of Deonta Wallace.
Former VP Kamala Harris bringing book tour to Atlanta
Former Vice President Kamala Harris will release her book 107 Days on Sept. 23, published by Simon & Schuster.
Former Vice President Kamala Harris will release her book 107 Days on Sept. 23, published by Simon & Schuster.
Iconic Bankhead Seafood could reopen this month, Killer Mike says
Bankhead Seafood, a Bankhead landmark, has been closed since last month for renovations.
Bankhead Seafood, a Bankhead landmark, has been closed since last month for renovations.
RFK Jr. accused of fueling hostility in letter after CDC attack
More than 750 current and former federal health workers signed a letter to HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
More than 750 current and former federal health workers signed a letter to HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Human remains found near Rome bridge, police investigating
Investigators are trying to identify a woman whose the remains were found by a Georgia Department of Transportation crew during a bridge inspection near U.S. Highway 27.
Investigators are trying to identify a woman whose the remains were found by a Georgia Department of Transportation crew during a bridge inspection near U.S. Highway 27.
Barrow County 911 dispatchers help 2 mothers deliver babies
A pair of 911 operators in Barrow County are being recognized for using their training to help two local mothers successfully welcome their babies into the world.
A pair of 911 operators in Barrow County are being recognized for using their training to help two local mothers successfully welcome their babies into the world.
1 in custody, 2 on the run after Perimeter Mall burglary, police shooting
One suspect is in custody and two others remain on the run following break-in at the Perimeter Mall that turned into a police shooting and chase in Dunwoody.
One suspect is in custody and two others remain on the run following break-in at the Perimeter Mall that turned into a police shooting and chase in Dunwoody.
Police investigating possible smash-and-grab at West Midtown Lululemon
This is the fourth time police have been called to the popular West Midtown clothing store about a break-in or shoplifting incident in the last year.
This is the fourth time police have been called to the popular West Midtown clothing store about a break-in or shoplifting incident in the last year.
Raffensperger slams Fulton County for defying order on elections board
Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger is blasting the Fulton County Commission for refusing to seat two Republican nominees on the county’s elections board despite a court order.
Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger is blasting the Fulton County Commission for refusing to seat two Republican nominees on the county’s elections board despite a court order.
Student brings airsoft gun to Henry County high school, officials say
A Henry County high school student could be facing charges after officials say he brought an airsoft gun to school.
A Henry County high school student could be facing charges after officials say he brought an airsoft gun to school.