Former Cherokee County deputy accused of online harassment campaign
A Cherokee County sheriff's deputy has been fired after an internal investigation found he created a fake social media account to target a woman he previously arrested, according to authorities.
A Cherokee County sheriff's deputy has been fired after an internal investigation found he created a fake social media account to target a woman he previously arrested, according to authorities.
Ex-deputy acquitted in killing of airman Roger Fortson
A Florida jury found former Okaloosa County sheriff’s deputy Eddie Duran not guilty of manslaughter in the 2024 shooting death of U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Roger Fortson.
A Florida jury found former Okaloosa County sheriff’s deputy Eddie Duran not guilty of manslaughter in the 2024 shooting death of U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Roger Fortson.
Stone Mountain man pleads guilty to murder in Lilburn shooting
A 64-year-old Stone Mountain man will spend the rest of his life in prison after pleading guilty to killing his former sister-in-law and shooting her brother during a dispute at a Lilburn business.
A 64-year-old Stone Mountain man will spend the rest of his life in prison after pleading guilty to killing his former sister-in-law and shooting her brother during a dispute at a Lilburn business.
Fifth suspect arrested in Atlanta bartender’s killing
Jacob Benjamin Wilson, 30, was arrested Wednesday on charges of concealing a death and tampering with evidence in the Jamal Parker case.
Jacob Benjamin Wilson, 30, was arrested Wednesday on charges of concealing a death and tampering with evidence in the Jamal Parker case.
DeKalb announces Blackhall lawsuit, South Fulton has new chief
A lawsuit over promised park improvements in DeKalb County and the appointment of a new police chief in South Fulton lead this roundup of community news.
A lawsuit over promised park improvements in DeKalb County and the appointment of a new police chief in South Fulton lead this roundup of community news.
Family demands answers after man killed in DeKalb County jail
The family of a 24-year-old man who died in the DeKalb County Jail plans to speak publicly Friday for the first time since his death.
The family of a 24-year-old man who died in the DeKalb County Jail plans to speak publicly Friday for the first time since his death.
Community briefs: Homecoming, survivor justice and DJ Ezra
A discussion about justice for domestic violence survivors, homecoming celebrations across Georgia and a young cancer patient’s hospital DJ set highlight this roundup of community news.
A discussion about justice for domestic violence survivors, homecoming celebrations across Georgia and a young cancer patient’s hospital DJ set highlight this roundup of community news.
Things to do in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | Oct. 2-4, 2026
October kicks off with plenty of ways to get out and have fun, from pie and barbecue festivals to train rides and a pool party for pups.
October kicks off with plenty of ways to get out and have fun, from pie and barbecue festivals to train rides and a pool party for pups.
Atlanta Beltline locks in land to complete 22-mile trail loop around city
Atlanta Beltline officials have secured the final pieces of land needed to complete the city's walking and biking loop, after more than two decades of development.
Atlanta Beltline officials have secured the final pieces of land needed to complete the city's walking and biking loop, after more than two decades of development.
Braves vs Phillies: Braves clinch spot in NLDS with victory over Phillies
The Atlanta Braves host the Philadelphia Phillies at Truist Park on Thursday in a winner-take-all Game 3 of the National League Wild Card Series.
The Atlanta Braves host the Philadelphia Phillies at Truist Park on Thursday in a winner-take-all Game 3 of the National League Wild Card Series.
APD identifies victim in deadly apartment shooting, offers reward in case
Police are asking for the public's help finding a suspect after identifying a man shot to death in southwest Atlanta earlier this week.
Police are asking for the public's help finding a suspect after identifying a man shot to death in southwest Atlanta earlier this week.
Georgia crews fight invasive yellow-legged hornet spread
State agriculture officials continue efforts to track and eradicate invasive yellow-legged hornets across Georgia as warm temperatures prolong insect activity.
State agriculture officials continue efforts to track and eradicate invasive yellow-legged hornets across Georgia as warm temperatures prolong insect activity.
Gun confiscated from Briar Hills Elementary student, officials say
A staff member at Briar Hills Elementary School discovered and confiscated a gun brought onto campus by a student on Thursday, according to a letter sent from the school's principal.
A staff member at Briar Hills Elementary School discovered and confiscated a gun brought onto campus by a student on Thursday, according to a letter sent from the school's principal.
Belk closing Norcross store in 2027 after 25 years
A longtime Gwinnett County department store is shutting its doors as Belk announced plans to permanently close its Norcross location.
A longtime Gwinnett County department store is shutting its doors as Belk announced plans to permanently close its Norcross location.
Body camera video reveals moment officers raid metro Atlanta massage parlors
Over 100 law enforcement officers raided four metro Atlanta massage parlors and six residences in a major human trafficking probe.
Over 100 law enforcement officers raided four metro Atlanta massage parlors and six residences in a major human trafficking probe.
Police search for driver who ran away after traffic stop in Sandy Springs
A search is underway near Sandy Springs and Roswell on Thursday evening after a driver ran following a traffic stop near Hannover Park Road and Dunwoody Place.
A search is underway near Sandy Springs and Roswell on Thursday evening after a driver ran following a traffic stop near Hannover Park Road and Dunwoody Place.
Atlanta Dream punch ticket to WNBA semifinals after dominant series sweep
The Atlanta Dream advanced to the WNBA semifinals for the first time since 2018 after sweeping the Washington Mystics.
The Atlanta Dream advanced to the WNBA semifinals for the first time since 2018 after sweeping the Washington Mystics.
Bus monitor charged with enticing child, failing to report suspected abuse
A Whitfield County school bus monitor is in jail after deputies said she tried to connect a minor with a man and failed to report suspected child abuse.
A Whitfield County school bus monitor is in jail after deputies said she tried to connect a minor with a man and failed to report suspected child abuse.
Firefighters support retired Henry County lieutenant with leukemia
A retired Henry County Fire Rescue firefighter is battling a leukemia diagnosis, and his former department is rallying to support him.
A retired Henry County Fire Rescue firefighter is battling a leukemia diagnosis, and his former department is rallying to support him.
Georgia leaders consider potential overhaul of state voting systems
Georgia leaders spent the day exploring alternative voting systems as part of a statewide election overhaul, while state election board members questioned whether current voting systems are secure.
Georgia leaders spent the day exploring alternative voting systems as part of a statewide election overhaul, while state election board members questioned whether current voting systems are secure.