NW Georgia lawmaker apologizes for blackface photo

A northwest Georgia lawmaker facing re-election is apologizing after a photo surfaced showing him accused of wearing blackface while impersonating rapper Kanye West.

Babysitter denied bond in child’s death; 2 now sought

The babysitter charged with death of 3-year-old on Easter Sunday has been denied bond and police are looking for her son and another person who may have been present during the incident.

Atlanta police investigate deadly shooting near I-75

A 34-year-old woman died at a hospital after being found shot Tuesday evening near Interstate 75.

Cobb County awarded $1.7M grant for World Cup safety

Cobb County received $1.7 million from the Department of Homeland Security for World Cup safety.

Former Atlanta High Museum exec to plead guilty in $500K theft

A former High Museum of Art executive was arraigned in federal court Tuesday on charges that he embezzled more than $500,000 from the institution.

Officer aids Atlanta shooting victim on way to hospital

A man is recovering at a local hospital after he was shot in southwest Atlanta and flagged down officers for help on his way to the hospital.

Georgia governor candidates to hold town hall in Atlanta

Multiple candidates for Georgia governor will gather for a town hall at Georgia State University this Saturday.

Protesters rally in Athens during JD Vance visit to UGA area

Hundreds of protesters gathered outside Akins Ford Arena in Athens Tuesday to rally against the Trump administration and Vice President JD Vance's appearance.

See the plans for 'Midtown Green' cultural space in Atlanta

Midtown Alliance leaders revealed a bold vision for "Midtown Green," a massive new public space designed to become a landmark cultural destination.

JD Vance talks Iran 'grand bargain' and housing at Georgia event

Vice President JD Vance joined Turning Point USA in Athens to discuss the administration's economic and foreign policy goals.

USG approves tuition increase for Georgia college students

College will cost slightly more for Georgia students next year after the University System of Georgia approved a small tuition increase on Tuesday.

TSA agents in Georgia get utility relief during federal shutdown

Federal transportation security agents living in Georgia won’t have to worry about their lights or heat being cut off as the partial government shutdown continues.

78 'worst of the worst' fugitives off metro Atlanta streets

U.S. Marshals and local police arrested 78 violent fugitives during a three-week crackdown in Clayton County and metro Atlanta.

Coweta deputies arrest 4 in Georgia Power plant burglary

Four people are behind bars after a lucky break during a traffic stop led Coweta County investigators to a group accused of targeting a Georgia Power facility.

Erika Kirk misses Georgia Turning Point USA event over safety concerns

Vice President JD Vance revealed that Erika Kirk, the widow of slain activist Charlie Kirk, opted out of the Athens Turning Point USA event on Tuesday due to safety concerns.

Metro Atlanta's expansion continues to push north

Metro Atlanta is spreading further north as Dawson County becomes one of the fastest-growing areas in the nation, driven by a booming tech corridor and a search for affordable housing.

Murder suspect in DeKalb attacks waives first appearance

Olaolukitan Adon Abel is in custody and facing multiple murder charges after a DeKalb County magistrate judge referred his case to superior court Tuesday following a series of shootings on Monday.

Jason Aldean, Luke Bryan to rock Sanford Stadium in April

Sanford Stadium will host a massive country music concert featuring superstars Jason Aldean and Luke Bryan on April 25.