Sixth arrest made in Newton County gas station shootout

A 16-year-old has turned himself in as the sixth suspect arrested for a New Year's Day shootout at a Covington Circle K.

DeKalb police break up drug operation with new real time crime center

DeKalb County Police said their new Real Time Crime Center helped in the seizure of 26 guns and a massive amount of fentanyl during a drug raid in Stone Mountain.

Gwinnett sheriff backs Judge Hatchett publicly

Gwinnett County Sheriff Keybo Taylor voiced support for Judge Glenda Hatchett despite tensions within law enforcement.

Judicial emergency declared after Floyd County historic courthouse fire

A judicial emergency has been declared in Floyd County following a massive fire that heavily damaged the historic courthouse, forcing its temporary closure and disrupting court operations.

Parents protest at Lakeside High over DeKalb plan to shut down 22 schools

The DeKalb County School District is another step closer to a plan to close 22 schools over the next several years, a proposal that drew around 100 protesters to Lakeside High School on Monday afternoon.

Cobb teacher fired for reading gender book loses latest Georgia court appeal

The Georgia Court of Appeals has upheld the firing of Katie Rinderle, a former Cobb County elementary school teacher who read a book on gender fluidity to her fifth-grade class in 2023.

Atlanta City Council moves to monitor ICE with body cameras

The Atlanta City Council is moving to restrict and monitor the activities of federal immigration agents within city limits, advancing new legislation following the controversial deployment of ICE to Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport.

Protesters gather outside Atlanta airport over ICE deployment

Federal agents deployed to Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport for the first time Monday, sparking immediate controversy and a protest as travelers faced hours-long security lines.

Georgia school weapons detector bill clears Senate committee vote

A proposal to mandate weapons-detection systems at every public school entrance in Georgia is one step closer to becoming law following an emotional hearing at the State Capitol on Monday.

Massive fire destroys historic Floyd County Courthouse

A historic Georgia landmark was destroyed on Monday afternoon after a massive fire gutted the 134-year-old Floyd County Courthouse in Government Plaza.

DeKalb's 'most wanted fugitive' caught in Alabama after years on the run

After more than two years on the run, DeKalb County's "most wanted fugitive," who is a convicted kidnapper and gang member, is back in custody, according to deputies.

Crossing guard hit in crosswalk near Kedron Elementary School identified

A Peachtree City crossing guard was rushed to Grady Memorial Hospital with severe injuries after being struck by a car Monday morning.

Fulton County officials lift boil water advisory around Swaybranch and Warsaw

Fulton County has lifted a Boil Water Advisory for North Fulton residents near Swaybranch Drive and Holcomb Bridge after testing confirmed the water is safe.

ICE agents at Atlanta airport in supporting role

ICE agents arrived at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport Monday to assist with security line management as TSA staffing shortages cause three-hour wait times.

Man shot in face and arms on Fairburn Road in Atlanta

Atlanta Police are investigating an ongoing aggravated assault case after a 44-year-old man was shot multiple times Sunday night on Fairburn Road NW.

1 person dead after crash on Highway 78 near Hugh Howell Road

DeKalb County police are investigating a fatal crash that shut down Highway 78 near Hugh Howell Road for three hours Monday morning.

PDK Lady Pilots breaking barriers in DeKalb County

he PDK Lady Pilots nonprofit is breaking barriers at DeKalb-Peachtree Airport by providing scholarships and mentorship to women in the male-dominated aviation industry.