Paulding County deputy charged, fired for domestic dispute, sheriff says

Scott McAdam, a Paulding County deputy, was charged with reckless conduct, battery, and cruelty to children in the second degree, leading to his termination.

Carrollton HOA treasurer allegedly embezzles money

Carrollton Police said officers arrested Jay Marshall Cain on charges of theft by conversion and forgery in the second degree for allegedly misappropriating funds.

South Fulton City Council votes to change HR policy, place police chief on leave

The South Fulton City Council voted to amend the employee handbook, resulting in the police chief, Keith Meadows, being placed on paid administrative leave.

'Dog days of summer' peaks this week: Intense heat and superstition

The term "dog days of summer" originates from the star Sirius in the Canis Major constellation, historically believed to contribute to the hottest stretch of the year.

National Hurricane Center watching disturbance in Gulf

The system near the southeastern U.S. coast is producing disorganized showers and thunderstorms, with low chances of tropical development.

DeKalb County investing $8M into housing project for families

DeKalb County CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson is announcing the launch of a housing project for families currently living in extended-stay motels.

Henry County hosts inaugural academy for its own officers

The Henry County Police Department began training 15 recruits in its first in-house training academy this July.

Man accused of soliciting sex from minor in Sharpsburg grocery store bathroom

Coweta County Sheriff’s investigators took out an arrest warrant for a man identified from surveillance footage leaving a Publix grocery store.

Clayton County gas station accused of selling watered-down gas

A gas station located along a heavily trafficked stretch of Highway 42 in Clayton County is under scrutiny by state officials after investigators discovered contaminated fuel, even after they ordered the station to stop pumping premium and mid-grade gas.

Atlanta council member calls for increased cyclist safety after bike crash

The crash involving Councilman Jason Dozier and his daughter highlights the need for improved cyclist safety and protected cycling infrastructure in Atlanta.

DeKalb County football player dies after medical emergency at practice

A DeKalb County high school football player died after experiencing a medical emergency at practice, according to the school district.

Man arrested after alleged unprovoked shooting

Atlanta police just released video of officers arresting a man in early July who officers say shot at someone unprovoked.

Two shot in Castelberry Hill, drive themselves to hospital

Police are investigating a double shooting which took place at a Castleberry Hill neighborhood apartment complex.