Gwinnett County schools install new weapon detection systems

Gwinnett County Public Schools has completed a major safety upgrade, installing weapon detection systems at every middle and high school in the state's largest school district.

Atlanta Falcons cut Kirk Cousins as new NFL year begins

The Atlanta Falcons announced on Wednesday that they have officially released veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins.

Woman fends off attacker at Macedonia Kroger; deputies seek leads

Cherokee County deputies are asking for the public’s help to identify a man accused of following a woman into the bathroom at a Kroger store on Cumming Highway and trying to assault her.

DeKalb County police warning students not to show up at park

DeKalb County police are warning students not to participate in a rumored “Senior Skip Day" takeover at Wade Walker Park.

Man arrested after deadly street racing crash in Gwinnett County

Gwinnett County police say a man has been arrested after a street racing incident ended in a deadly crash in Duluth.

New exhibit, EmpowerHER, celebrating women artists opens in Atlanta

A new exhibit celebrating women in art is opening Friday featuring works from female artists across Georgia in recognition of Women’s History Month.

Vandalism reported at Scott Elementary School in NW Atlanta

Officers were called to Scott Elementary School on Hollywood Road around 1 a.m. Wednesday after reports of damage at the campus.

Cobb teacher, coach arrested in Special Victim Unit investigation

The Cobb County Police Department announced Wednesday morning that a 37-year-old Acworth man was taken into custody on charges related to sexual offenses involving a minor.

Pedestrian struck, killed on Cheshire Bridge Road Wednesday morning

A busy stretch of Cheshire Bridge Road was shut down early Wednesday morning following a predawn collision that left a male pedestrian dead.

More Midtown bike lanes welcomed by cyclists, not drivers

New bike lanes have popped up around Midtown Atlanta, with more on the way. While some like the move, others think it's just causing more traffic problems.

Atlanta nonprofits send aid workers into Iran, Congo conflicts

Atlanta-based organizations are conducting rescue missions for orphans and displaced families in Iran and the Congo.

Brookhaven to receive $375K settlement over faulty pavilion

The Brookhaven City Council has approved a $375,000 settlement resolving litigation over structural deficiencies of a Brookhaven Park pavilion.

Stray cat tests positive for rabies in Athens-Clarke County

A stray cat found off Atlanta Highway near the Athens-Clarke County/Oconee County line has tested positive for rabies, according to health officials. 

Georgia lottery players win $46M in one week; $1.5M ticket in Jackson

Several Georgia Lottery players have won big in the past week, with one player winning $1 million and another $1.5 million in scratch-off games.

Controversial politician vies for Fulton County commissioner seat

A controversial politician from up north who dubbed herself "super mayor" has relocated to metro Atlanta and now wants to serve on the Fulton County Commission.

Accused shooter facing new charges after killing Acworth security guard

The man accused of shooting and killing 28-year-old Jordan Jones is facing new charges after the deadly incident that happened at a newly opened Acworth bar over the weekend.