Knife-wielding intruder shot during break-in: 'She had a right to defend herself'
A man was hospitalized late Wednesday night after being shot while attempting to break into a DeKalb County apartment armed with a knife, according to police.
A man was hospitalized late Wednesday night after being shot while attempting to break into a DeKalb County apartment armed with a knife, according to police.
Newnan woman sentenced to 40 years in severe child abuse case, DA says
A 42-year-old Newnan woman will spend four decades behind bars after pleading guilty to abusing and starving her adopted son over a period of years, according to the district attorney's office.
A 42-year-old Newnan woman will spend four decades behind bars after pleading guilty to abusing and starving her adopted son over a period of years, according to the district attorney's office.
Woman found dead inside Atlanta airport bathroom
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is probing the death of a woman who died from apparent self-inflicted stab wounds at Atlanta's airport.
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is probing the death of a woman who died from apparent self-inflicted stab wounds at Atlanta's airport.
3-year-old playing in yard hit by car on Newnan street
A 3-year-old girl has been released from an Atlanta-area hospital after a vehicle struck her on Pinson Street in Newnan on Tuesday, according to police.
A 3-year-old girl has been released from an Atlanta-area hospital after a vehicle struck her on Pinson Street in Newnan on Tuesday, according to police.
Parents charged with murder in 2-year-old’s death, police say
Conyers parents are facing second-degree murder charges in connection with the death of their 2-year-old daughter.
Conyers parents are facing second-degree murder charges in connection with the death of their 2-year-old daughter.
Man found dead near I-20 ramp in Conyers identified
Conyers police officers are investigating after a man was found dead on Wednesday morning at an I-20 construction site near Highway 138.
Conyers police officers are investigating after a man was found dead on Wednesday morning at an I-20 construction site near Highway 138.
Burnt car, gunfire leads to murder charge in NW Atlanta shooting
Investigators have issued arrest warrants for a suspect accused of murder and arson following a fatal shooting and vehicle fire last month on Howell Mill Road NW, according to the Atlanta Police Department.
Investigators have issued arrest warrants for a suspect accused of murder and arson following a fatal shooting and vehicle fire last month on Howell Mill Road NW, according to the Atlanta Police Department.
Police clarify kratom warning after Ole Miss student deaths: What they're saying
Police investigating the deaths of two Ole Miss students are calling on state lawmakers to ban synthetic opioid compounds, and to distinguish them from “traditional botanical kratom.”
Police investigating the deaths of two Ole Miss students are calling on state lawmakers to ban synthetic opioid compounds, and to distinguish them from “traditional botanical kratom.”
3 accused of murder in deadly Meadowglenn Village Lane shooting
Three suspects face murder charges after a reported robbery led to a fatal shooting in DeKalb County.
Three suspects face murder charges after a reported robbery led to a fatal shooting in DeKalb County.
Examining Georgia’s death row after Tennessee execution fails
Tennessee’s failed attempt to execute Christa Gail Pike has brought renewed attention to how states carry out death sentences, including Georgia.
Tennessee’s failed attempt to execute Christa Gail Pike has brought renewed attention to how states carry out death sentences, including Georgia.
Cobb firefighter resigns after antisemitic statements investigation
A Cobb County firefighter resigned after an investigation into antisemitic statements made while on duty, the department said.
A Cobb County firefighter resigned after an investigation into antisemitic statements made while on duty, the department said.
Georgia’s 2026 midterm election: The major races and candidates
Georgia’s Nov. 3 general election will fill several of the state’s highest offices.
Georgia’s Nov. 3 general election will fill several of the state’s highest offices.
Man gets 60 years in prison for Cherokee child sex abuse
A Ball Ground man will spend 60 years in prison after being convicted of 16 felony sex crimes involving four children, according to the Cherokee County District Attorney's Office.
A Ball Ground man will spend 60 years in prison after being convicted of 16 felony sex crimes involving four children, according to the Cherokee County District Attorney's Office.
Outkast, Waffle House team up for merch drop; Druski honored
Outkast and Waffle House are bringing together music and diner culture for a merchandise collection launching Friday.
Outkast and Waffle House are bringing together music and diner culture for a merchandise collection launching Friday.
Georgia fall leaf guide: Scenic drives, parks and hidden gems
Georgia’s fall colors usually peak in late October or early November, with higher mountain elevations changing first.
Georgia’s fall colors usually peak in late October or early November, with higher mountain elevations changing first.
National Register of Historic Places adds 4 Georgia landmarks
Four historic properties across Georgia have gained national recognition for their cultural, economic and educational impact.
Four historic properties across Georgia have gained national recognition for their cultural, economic and educational impact.
911 calls, report reveal new details in UGA student's 8th-floor fall
A 21-year-old University of Georgia student is recovering after surviving an eight-floor fall through a window screen at an Athens apartment building Saturday.
A 21-year-old University of Georgia student is recovering after surviving an eight-floor fall through a window screen at an Athens apartment building Saturday.
Braves face Phillies in prime-time Game 3 with season on line
The Braves and Phillies meet Thursday at Truist Park in a decisive Game 3, with their Wild Card Series tied 1-1.
The Braves and Phillies meet Thursday at Truist Park in a decisive Game 3, with their Wild Card Series tied 1-1.
Georgia leaf watch: First fall colors peek through the green
October has arrived, but Georgia’s trees are taking their time getting dressed for fall.
October has arrived, but Georgia’s trees are taking their time getting dressed for fall.
Georgia remembers Jimmy Carter on his 102nd birthday
Celebrations in Plains, Atlanta and Gwinnett County honor what would have been former President Jimmy Carter’s 102nd birthday.
Celebrations in Plains, Atlanta and Gwinnett County honor what would have been former President Jimmy Carter’s 102nd birthday.