Decatur speed limit changes: What drivers need to know about new 5 mph reductions
Decatur and GDOT are reducing speed limits by 5 mph on five major state route corridors.
Decatur and GDOT are reducing speed limits by 5 mph on five major state route corridors.
4 arrested in Newton County Circle K shootout; more arrests expected
Four suspects are in custody following a New Year’s Day shootout between two groups at a Circle K.
Four suspects are in custody following a New Year’s Day shootout between two groups at a Circle K.
4 Sandy Springs massage businesses shut down amid trafficking investigation
A human trafficking and prostitution investigation has led to the closure of four Sandy Springs massage businesses and the arrest of three women on Thursday, police said.
A human trafficking and prostitution investigation has led to the closure of four Sandy Springs massage businesses and the arrest of three women on Thursday, police said.
One of Atlanta’s most wanted captured after 6 years on the run for deadly 2019 crash
Robert Henderson faces first-degree vehicular homicide charges stemming from a 2019 crash that killed a medical patient.
Robert Henderson faces first-degree vehicular homicide charges stemming from a 2019 crash that killed a medical patient.
Georgia voting rights bill 2026: Democrats unveil new election protections proposal
Georgia Democrats introduced legislation to prohibit voter suppression and grant voters legal authority to challenge discrimination in court.
Georgia Democrats introduced legislation to prohibit voter suppression and grant voters legal authority to challenge discrimination in court.
Residents say shooting at Midtown Atlanta high-rise was "bound to happen"
Atlanta police are investigating a quadruple shooting that occurred late Wednesday night at a high-rise apartment complex, leaving four men hospitalized and a sidewalk littered with evidence.
Atlanta police are investigating a quadruple shooting that occurred late Wednesday night at a high-rise apartment complex, leaving four men hospitalized and a sidewalk littered with evidence.
‘The Golden Era’: Trump touts $18T investment, steel revival in North Georgia
President Donald Trump made a stop in North Georgia on Thursday to promote his economic accomplishments, calling it a "Golden Era of America."
President Donald Trump made a stop in North Georgia on Thursday to promote his economic accomplishments, calling it a "Golden Era of America."
Man shot by Gwinnett police during domestic call dies at hospital
A man died at the hospital on Thursday evening after being shot by Gwinnett officers in the Oaktree Meadows subdivision.
A man died at the hospital on Thursday evening after being shot by Gwinnett officers in the Oaktree Meadows subdivision.
Tara Baker's murder trial: Edrick Faust sentenced in killing
Edrick Faust, the convicted killer of University of Georgia law student Tara Baker, was sentenced in an Athens Clarke County courtroom on Thursday afternoon.
Edrick Faust, the convicted killer of University of Georgia law student Tara Baker, was sentenced in an Athens Clarke County courtroom on Thursday afternoon.
Ex-Douglas judge Christina Peterson found not guilty in nightclub incident
Former Douglas County Probate Judge Christina Peterson was found not guilty of a misdemeanor charge on Thursday in connection with her arrest outside a Buckhead nightclub nearly two years ago.
Former Douglas County Probate Judge Christina Peterson was found not guilty of a misdemeanor charge on Thursday in connection with her arrest outside a Buckhead nightclub nearly two years ago.
2 UGA football players arrested for speeding
UGA football players Chris Cole and Darren Ikinnagbon were arrested for reckless driving and speeding over 100 mph in Athens on Wednesday night.
UGA football players Chris Cole and Darren Ikinnagbon were arrested for reckless driving and speeding over 100 mph in Athens on Wednesday night.
Lee County High School teacher arrested for child molestation
A 29-year-old Lee County High School teacher has been charged with child molestation and improper sexual contact.
A 29-year-old Lee County High School teacher has been charged with child molestation and improper sexual contact.
27-year-old Decatur woman arrested for child sex exploitation
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has arrested a 27-year-old Decatur woman on a charge of sexual exploitation of children following an investigation into her alleged online activity.
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has arrested a 27-year-old Decatur woman on a charge of sexual exploitation of children following an investigation into her alleged online activity.
Decision delayed in convicted killer Miles Bryant's request for new trial
A former Doraville police officer convicted in the kidnapping and murder of 16-year-old Susana Morales is asking a judge to throw out his conviction and grant him a new trial.
A former Doraville police officer convicted in the kidnapping and murder of 16-year-old Susana Morales is asking a judge to throw out his conviction and grant him a new trial.
Coweta County man arrested following reports he shot at nearby workers
Milton Morris Mason, 69, was arrested after a SWAT standoff on Smith Circle in Coweta County. He reportedly shot at workers in a neighboring lot.
Milton Morris Mason, 69, was arrested after a SWAT standoff on Smith Circle in Coweta County. He reportedly shot at workers in a neighboring lot.
Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | Feb. 20-22, 2026
From concerts and comedy shows to festivals, food events and family-friendly fun, there’s something happening across metro Atlanta and North Georgia to fill your calendar.
From concerts and comedy shows to festivals, food events and family-friendly fun, there’s something happening across metro Atlanta and North Georgia to fill your calendar.
Sandy Springs toddler fatally shot after accessing gun in fanny pack
The arrest warrant for the father of the toddler who shot himself on Wednesday reveals what led up to the tragedy.
The arrest warrant for the father of the toddler who shot himself on Wednesday reveals what led up to the tragedy.
Georgia teen arrested with shotgun at Capitol 'wanted to talk' to member of Congress: court docs
A judge has ruled that the man accused of charging toward the U.S. Capitol with a loaded shotgun on Tuesday will remain behind bars for now.
A judge has ruled that the man accused of charging toward the U.S. Capitol with a loaded shotgun on Tuesday will remain behind bars for now.
Georgia House Speaker Pro Tem Jan Jones to retire in 2027
Georgia House Speaker Pro Tempore Jan Jones announced her retirement. The Fulton County Republican is the longest-serving speaker pro tem in the U.S.
Georgia House Speaker Pro Tempore Jan Jones announced her retirement. The Fulton County Republican is the longest-serving speaker pro tem in the U.S.
Apalachee HS shooting: Deputy describes interaction with Colin Gray
Gray faces nearly 30 charges, including second-degree murder and involuntary manslaughter, in connection with the September 2024 shooting that killed four people and injured nine others.
Gray faces nearly 30 charges, including second-degree murder and involuntary manslaughter, in connection with the September 2024 shooting that killed four people and injured nine others.