Mike Collins officially kicks off senate bid with Butts County rally

Rep. Mike Collins officially launched his U.S. Senate campaign with a rally in Butts County on Tuesday night, aiming to unseat Democratic Senator Jon Ossoff in next year’s election.

Woman, teen charged in deadly west Atlanta shooting

A teenager and a woman have been charged in a deadly shooting from June 28 in which a man was shot multiple times.

Committee on eliminating Georgia's income tax holding 1st meeting

A group of Georgia senators looking to eliminate the state income tax held its first meeting to start working on their proposal.

Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens files re-election paperwork at City Hall

Mayor Andre Dickens officially launched his bid for a second term Tuesday, filing re-election paperwork at City Hall while flanked by enthusiastic supporters, his mother and his sister.

Sarah Grace Patrick: No bond, judge believes teen could be flight risk

A bond hearing was held for a Carroll County 17-year-old accused of murdering her mother and stepfather at their home earlier this year.

Firefighter injured, residents displaced by Gwinnett apartment complex fire

Gwinnett County firefighters responded to a large fire at an apartment complex on Club Lakes Parkway near Sweetwater Creek in Gwinnett County.

Clayton police officer shoots, kills 'aggressive' dog

The Clayton County Police Department said an officer’s actions are under review after they shot and killed a dog Thursday evening.

Henry County Schools respond after mock 'funeral' pep rally draws outrage

Henry County Schools issued a video message emphasizing safety and sportsmanship after a viral Stockbridge High pep rally featured a mock “funeral" for rival Dutchtown High.

Atlanta council selects Edgewood task force members

Atlanta City Council has appointed nine members to a new Edgewood Corridor Public Safety Task Force.

Mike Collins launches Senate run to challenge Ossoff in 2026

Rep. Mike Collins officially kicks off his U.S. Senate bid Tuesday in Jackson, aiming to challenge Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff in 2026.

Man sentenced to life for murder of friend outside DeKalb County sports bar

A metro Atlanta man will spend the rest of his life behind bars after prosecutors say he shot his friend eight times over an unpaid loan of less than $2,000.

New Vinings park to honor folk art icon Nellie Mae Rowe

Cobb Landmarks has secured funding to build a pocket park in Vinings honoring folk artist Nellie Mae Rowe.

CFP talks expansion at Atlanta season kickoff luncheon

The College Football Hall of Fame hosted the annual “Kick-Off to Playoff” luncheon, spotlighting Atlanta’s Peach Bowl as a CFP semifinal this season.

No. 2 Forever: Auburn immortalizes Atlanta native Cam Newton

Former Westlake High School standout and NFL MVP Cam Newton is set to receive one of college football’s highest honors this fall.

From Chick-fil-A to Falcons: Rookie Jalon Walker talks about fast-food past

Falcons rookie Jalon Walker once worked at Chick-fil-A in Salisbury, North Carolina, a job he got through his father’s connection — long before becoming a Georgia football star.