Teen killed by bullet fired through Gwinnett County motel room wall: 'Just playing a video game'
A 17-year-old male was found shot to death in an extended-stay motel room overnight.
A 17-year-old male was found shot to death in an extended-stay motel room overnight.
Decatur Library to reopen Monday after shooting with focus on security
The Decatur Library will reopen Feb. 9 following a week-long closure for staff well-being and security assessments.
The Decatur Library will reopen Feb. 9 following a week-long closure for staff well-being and security assessments.
Hair follicles main focus in day 5 of Tara Baker murder trial
The Edrick Faust trial concluded its first week with testimony on hair analysis and DNA evidence in the 2001 cold case murder of Tara Baker.
The Edrick Faust trial concluded its first week with testimony on hair analysis and DNA evidence in the 2001 cold case murder of Tara Baker.
13 arrested in Coweta County human trafficking sting
UPDATE: The Coweta County Sheriff's Office now says that defendant Raymond Armstrong, who authorities originally said was on federal parole at the time of his arrest, was in fact not on federal parole at the time of his November 2025 arrest in Coweta County.
UPDATE: The Coweta County Sheriff's Office now says that defendant Raymond Armstrong, who authorities originally said was on federal parole at the time of his arrest, was in fact not on federal parole at the time of his November 2025 arrest in Coweta County.
Charges dismissed against Coweta County kindergarten teacher arrested for shoplifting
Newnan Municipal Court records show the misdemeanor charges of shoplifting were dismissed against Melissa Bedenbaugh on February 2, 2026.
Newnan Municipal Court records show the misdemeanor charges of shoplifting were dismissed against Melissa Bedenbaugh on February 2, 2026.
DeKalb police arrest fourth suspect in Shedeur Sanders burglary
DeKalb County SWAT arrested Carlos DeAnthony Morris, the fourth suspect in the $200K burglary of Browns QB Shedeur Sanders' Ohio home.
DeKalb County SWAT arrested Carlos DeAnthony Morris, the fourth suspect in the $200K burglary of Browns QB Shedeur Sanders' Ohio home.
Sex offender arrested in Snellville for registration violations
Gwinnett County deputies arrested Dontiez McKinnon on Thursday in Snellville for multiple sex offender registration violations.
Gwinnett County deputies arrested Dontiez McKinnon on Thursday in Snellville for multiple sex offender registration violations.
Man arrested in Whitfield County for fentanyl, meth trafficking
Eric Underwood was arrested following a targeted narcotics operation in Whitfield County.
Eric Underwood was arrested following a targeted narcotics operation in Whitfield County.
Blocking police using your car could become a felony
Georgia House Bill 1076 aims to make blocking law enforcement officers with a vehicle a felony punishable by up to five years in prison.
Georgia House Bill 1076 aims to make blocking law enforcement officers with a vehicle a felony punishable by up to five years in prison.
Help rename 2 dogs rescued from 'inhumane' conditions in Butts County
The rescued dogs are showing major health improvements; the male is on a specialized feeding plan for weight gain, and the female is no longer acting fearful.
The rescued dogs are showing major health improvements; the male is on a specialized feeding plan for weight gain, and the female is no longer acting fearful.
Georgia literacy bill: Literacy coaches and required kindergarten
Georgia House Speaker Jon Burns, joined by a bipartisan group of lawmakers, formally introduced the "Georgia Early Literacy Act of 2026" on Thursday.
Georgia House Speaker Jon Burns, joined by a bipartisan group of lawmakers, formally introduced the "Georgia Early Literacy Act of 2026" on Thursday.
Roommates, cold case investigators testify in Tara Baker murder trial
Roommates and investigators testified Thursday in the Edrick Faust murder trial. The defense highlighted alternative suspects in the 2001 killing of Tara Baker.
Roommates and investigators testified Thursday in the Edrick Faust murder trial. The defense highlighted alternative suspects in the 2001 killing of Tara Baker.
'Walk for Peace' monks nearing outskirts of Washington, D.C., on 104th day
A group of almost 20 Buddhist monks is entering the final leg of an arduous 2,300-mile "Walk for Peace," nearing the outskirts of Washington, D.C., after 104 days on the road.
A group of almost 20 Buddhist monks is entering the final leg of an arduous 2,300-mile "Walk for Peace," nearing the outskirts of Washington, D.C., after 104 days on the road.
No injuries after CSX train derails in Palmetto
Multiple CSX train cars derailed early Friday morning on Highway 29 in Palmetto. No injuries or hazardous materials were reported.
Multiple CSX train cars derailed early Friday morning on Highway 29 in Palmetto. No injuries or hazardous materials were reported.
Several gubernatorial candidates gather for debate in SW Atlanta
Several top contenders for Georgia governor gathered in southwest Atlanta on Thursday for a debate hosted by the "Georgia Men for Democracy Now" political action committee.
Several top contenders for Georgia governor gathered in southwest Atlanta on Thursday for a debate hosted by the "Georgia Men for Democracy Now" political action committee.
Judge gives 10-day deadline to set trial date for former supt. Devon Horton
A federal judge has issued a 10-day deadline for attorneys to establish a trial date in the embezzlement and fraud case against former DeKalb County Superintendent Devon Horton.
A federal judge has issued a 10-day deadline for attorneys to establish a trial date in the embezzlement and fraud case against former DeKalb County Superintendent Devon Horton.
PETA honors Brookhaven police after arrest of rapper Aspen Easterling for dog abuse
The Brookhaven Police Department is receiving applause from PETA after rescuing a puppy allegedly abused by its owner.
The Brookhaven Police Department is receiving applause from PETA after rescuing a puppy allegedly abused by its owner.
No horsing around! Mounted units prepare for FIFA World Cup in Atlanta
Atlanta Police and Cobb County Sheriff units are conducting joint training for the upcoming FIFA World Cup.
Atlanta Police and Cobb County Sheriff units are conducting joint training for the upcoming FIFA World Cup.
South Fulton police audit finds department using 'outdated' policies
South Fulton Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs says she is keeping her promise of transparency by providing residents on Friday with the results of an independent audit of the city’s police department, following several lawsuits filed against the agency over alleged misconduct.
South Fulton Mayor Carmalitha Gumbs says she is keeping her promise of transparency by providing residents on Friday with the results of an independent audit of the city’s police department, following several lawsuits filed against the agency over alleged misconduct.
Victims identified in deadly Winthrop Drive fire; 5 children escape burning home
"He went back in to see if he could help some of them out, and he never came back out." A late-night house fire claimed the lives of four family members.
"He went back in to see if he could help some of them out, and he never came back out." A late-night house fire claimed the lives of four family members.