Stepmother charged after child found on side of I-20

A stepmother from Cleburne County, Alabama, faces multiple charges after investigators said she left a 7-year-old boy on the side of Interstate 20 while allegedly under the influence of medication.

Brantley County wildfire destroys 87 homes, threatens more

A massive wildfire is tearing through Brantley County, destroying dozens of homes and forcing residents to flee as shifting winds create a dangerous environment for crews on the ground.

3 indicted in Atlanta Public Safety Training Center contractor attack

Three out-of-state individuals have been indicted for allegedly attacking a contractor’s office in Cobb County linked to the so-called "cop city."

Ex-Georgia lawmaker sentenced for pandemic fraud

Former Georgia State Representative Karen Bennett has been sentenced to pay restitution and fines for fraudulently claiming pandemic unemployment benefits.

Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | April 24-26, 2026

Looking for something to do around Atlanta this week? From festivals and live music to sports and special events, there’s plenty happening across the metro area to keep you busy.

Man killed after allegedly shooting Adairsville officer identified

An Adairsville police officer is recovering after being shot during an early morning encounter with a wanted suspect that turned deadly.

Two-year fugitive found hiding in air vent, taken into custody

A fugitive on the run for nearly two years was arrested Monday in Moultrie, Georgia, after being found hiding in a floor air vent, authorities said.

Fires continue to burn out of control Thursday morning in South Georgia

Wildfires continue to intensify across South Georgia, scorching tens of thousands of acres, forcing evacuations and straining firefighting resources as crews work to contain the growing threat.

$30 concert tickets offered soon for thousands of shows this summer

Music fans across the U.S. and Canada will soon have access to discounted concert tickets as Live Nation launches its “Summer of Live” promotion, offering $30 tickets to more than 4,000 shows.

Code Orange Air Quality Alert in place for metro Atlanta due to smoke

Hazy skies and reduced air quality are expected again Thursday across parts of North Georgia as smoke from wildfires burning in South Georgia continues to drift north.

Woman critically injured in Cobb self-defense stabbing, police say

A woman was hospitalized after a stabbing early Thursday morning in Cobb County that investigators say stemmed from a dispute between friends.

Brush fire contained near Dunwoody apartments in DeKalb

Fire crews in DeKalb County worked early Thursday morning to contain a fast-moving brush fire near an apartment complex off Peachtree Industrial Boulevard.

Henry County fires County Manager Cheri Matthews

Henry County commissioners dismissed County Manager Cheri Matthews on Wednesday, effective immediately.

Mount Airy man facing charges for child sexual abuse material

A Mount Airy man was arrested on Tuesday on accusations he distributed child sexual abuse material in Habersham County.