DeKalb County raises minimum wage to $19 per hour
DeKalb County has raised its minimum wage to $19 per hour for all employees, boosting the pay for about 1,400 workers to help them meet the rising cost of living.
DeKalb County has raised its minimum wage to $19 per hour for all employees, boosting the pay for about 1,400 workers to help them meet the rising cost of living.
7 escape early morning blaze on Rays Road, woman left critical
An early morning house fire in DeKalb County has left a woman fighting for her life and several other residents displaced from their home.
An early morning house fire in DeKalb County has left a woman fighting for her life and several other residents displaced from their home.
Hall County mother arrested after son suffers six fractures
A Hall County woman faces 12 felony charges after investigators say she repeatedly injured her 20-month-old son.
A Hall County woman faces 12 felony charges after investigators say she repeatedly injured her 20-month-old son.
2022 Midtown shooter sentenced in deadly spree
A jury has reached a verdict in the case of Raissa Kengne, finding her criminally responsible for a series of violent crimes carried out in Midtown Atlanta despite her mental health diagnosis. A judge then sentenced her to spend the rest of her life behind bars.
A jury has reached a verdict in the case of Raissa Kengne, finding her criminally responsible for a series of violent crimes carried out in Midtown Atlanta despite her mental health diagnosis. A judge then sentenced her to spend the rest of her life behind bars.
Wanted Newnan man tries escaping from third-story window
A monthslong manhunt ended at a Newnan apartment complex after a murder suspect’s attempt to escape through a window was thwarted by waiting officers.
A monthslong manhunt ended at a Newnan apartment complex after a murder suspect’s attempt to escape through a window was thwarted by waiting officers.
Disabled Loganville barber released after 473 days in ICE custody
A metro Atlanta barber and father of seven has reunited with his family after spending more than 15 months in federal immigration detention.
A metro Atlanta barber and father of seven has reunited with his family after spending more than 15 months in federal immigration detention.
Marietta woman charged in fatal shooting of downstairs neighbor
Marietta police are investigating a deadly shooting that left a woman dead and her neighbor in custody.
Marietta police are investigating a deadly shooting that left a woman dead and her neighbor in custody.
Mother, son found dead after standoff in East Cobb identified
A welfare check at a Cobb County home turned into a deadly SWAT standoff Sunday morning. The incident, which ended with two people dead inside a residence on Vandiver Drive, is now under investigation by state authorities.
A welfare check at a Cobb County home turned into a deadly SWAT standoff Sunday morning. The incident, which ended with two people dead inside a residence on Vandiver Drive, is now under investigation by state authorities.
Cinco de Mayo celebrations in Atlanta, North Georgia | 2026
Cinco de Mayo is here, and there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate. From festive food and drink specials to parties and unique experiences, here’s a look at some of the best things to do around town.
Cinco de Mayo is here, and there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate. From festive food and drink specials to parties and unique experiences, here’s a look at some of the best things to do around town.
Crews training for World Cup at Centennial Park in downtown Atlanta
Atlanta police, fire and emergency crews carried out a large-scale mass casualty training exercise at Centennial Olympic Park as the city prepares for upcoming World Cup events.
Atlanta police, fire and emergency crews carried out a large-scale mass casualty training exercise at Centennial Olympic Park as the city prepares for upcoming World Cup events.
Lovejoy police officer back on the job after viral Walmart incident
A Lovejoy police officer who was placed on administrative leave after a viral video showed him body-slamming a man inside a Walmart has been cleared to return to work.
A Lovejoy police officer who was placed on administrative leave after a viral video showed him body-slamming a man inside a Walmart has been cleared to return to work.
Man run over after fight at Marietta nightclub, no charges filed yet
A man is hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after being run over outside a Marietta nightclub early Saturday morning.
A man is hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after being run over outside a Marietta nightclub early Saturday morning.
Mattie's Call: Police search for missing woman in DeKalb County
DeKalb County Police are asking for the public’s help in locating a woman reported missing under a Mattie’s Call.
DeKalb County Police are asking for the public’s help in locating a woman reported missing under a Mattie’s Call.
Multi-vehicle crash temporarily blocks lanes on I-75NB in Bartow County
A multi-vehicle crash has shut down two of three northbound lanes on I-75 near Emerson-Allatoona Road.
A multi-vehicle crash has shut down two of three northbound lanes on I-75 near Emerson-Allatoona Road.
Boil Water Advisory lifted for South Fulton, Fairburn
The City of Atlanta Department of Watershed Management issued a precautionary boil water advisory Saturday for residents in Fairburn and South Fulton. It was lifted on Monday morning.
The City of Atlanta Department of Watershed Management issued a precautionary boil water advisory Saturday for residents in Fairburn and South Fulton. It was lifted on Monday morning.
Family 'worried sick' in search for 16-year-old Benjamin Brathwaite
The search for a missing 16-year-old boy in southwest Atlanta has entered its sixth day as family members work around the clock to bring him home. Benjamin Brathwaite was last seen Monday night leaving his neighborhood on foot without any way to be contacted.
The search for a missing 16-year-old boy in southwest Atlanta has entered its sixth day as family members work around the clock to bring him home. Benjamin Brathwaite was last seen Monday night leaving his neighborhood on foot without any way to be contacted.
Man accused of assaulting woman at Piedmont Park during picnic
A peaceful picnic at Piedmont Park turned into a confrontation last Sunday when a man allegedly exposed himself to two women and assaulted one of them.
A peaceful picnic at Piedmont Park turned into a confrontation last Sunday when a man allegedly exposed himself to two women and assaulted one of them.
Family dispute leads to woman shot on Moton Avenue
A shooting stemming from a family dispute in southwest Atlanta led to the arrest of a 41-year-old man Saturday night.
A shooting stemming from a family dispute in southwest Atlanta led to the arrest of a 41-year-old man Saturday night.
Man caught after allegedly snatching cash from LaGrange Dollar Tree
A man faces a robbery charge after police say he stole money from a LaGrange Dollar Tree register Friday night.
A man faces a robbery charge after police say he stole money from a LaGrange Dollar Tree register Friday night.
Marcye Scott plans to enter congressional race to fill late father's seat
Marcye Scott shared her intent to run during her father's funeral Saturday, vowing to continue his decades-long legacy of service to his constituents.
Marcye Scott shared her intent to run during her father's funeral Saturday, vowing to continue his decades-long legacy of service to his constituents.