Hiker airlifted after 8-hour rescue on Appalachian Trail

Crews spent over eight hours performing a manual carry-out and aerial long-line extraction in challenging terrain.

Delta apologizes after flight forced to return to Savannah

Delta Air Lines has issued an apology after an Atlanta-bound flight was forced to make an emergency return to Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport due to mechanical failure.

Groups to push GA lawmakers for more Medicaid waivers

Several nonprofit organizations will be advocating to state lawmakers next month for additional Medicaid waivers in this year's state budget.

Georgia man shot by police after pulling out phone during dispute investigation

State agents are investigating after three officers shot a man on Saturday in Savannah following a domestic dispute where a child was reportedly thrown into a dumpster, according to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation.

2 teens accused in series of LaGrange vehicle break-ins

Two teenagers have been arrested and charged in connection with numerous vehicle break-ins that happened at several apartment complexes in LaGrange, police said.

Man accused of making 'terroristic threats' outside Atlanta nightclub

Atlanta police have arrested a man who reportedly pulled a gun on officers after being jumped inside a nightclub last weekend.

Second Georgia measles case of 2026 reported in Bryan County

An unvaccinated Bryan County resident has a confirmed case of measles, according to the Georgia Department of Public Health.

Megan Moroney announces surprise Athens concert: How to get $9 tickets

Country music star Megan Moroney is returning to her roots for a surprise performance at an Athens arena on Monday, showcasing hits from her latest album, “Cloud 9."

Gusty winds knock tree on Atlanta home with infant inside

Gusty winds brought down a tree, causing it to crash into a northwest Atlanta home on Sunday while an infant was inside.

Former Cobb County church leader pleads guilty to child sex crimes

Marcus Kendall Turner, a former leader at Worship With Wonders Church, was sentenced to 25 years without parole for the sexual abuse of a middle school student.

Man wanted for aggravated assault shot in southwest Atlanta

A man was shot Friday night on Fairburn Road SW in Atlanta. Police say the victim was a wanted fugitive for aggravated assault in another jurisdiction.

Laken Riley remembered 2 years later with 'Run for Your Life' 5K

Laken Riley was remembers two years after being killed while running on UGA's campus with a 5k event that kicked off at Tate Plaza.

Rain washes out NASCAR qualifying at EchoPark Speedway

NASCAR qualifying at EchoPark Speedway was canceled due to rain. Tyler Reddick will start on the pole for Sunday's AutoTrader 400 in Atlanta.