Georgia

Coweta County launches logo contest ahead of 200th anniversary

September 23, 2025 8:38am EDT

Coweta County is preparing to celebrate its 200th anniversary in 2026, and officials are asking residents to help design the official logo to mark the milestone.

New phase for MARTA'S Five Point Station starting in October

September 23, 2025 8:22am EDT

MARTA’s multi-year transformation project at the Five Points Station is moving into a new phase in October.

Gov. Kemp traveling to South Korea this fall to strengthen ties

September 23, 2025 8:13am EDT

Gov. Brian Kemp and First Lady Marty Kemp will travel to the Republic of Korea this fall to strengthen Georgia’s economic ties with one of its largest development partners.

Troup County school bus monitor reportedly arrested

September 23, 2025 8:08am EDT

A school bus monitor in Troup County has been arrested after school leaders said inappropriate cell phone images were shown to students.

Bartow County school bus driver reportedly arrested for DUI

September 23, 2025 7:55am EDT

A Bartow County school bus driver is facing a string of charges after being accused of driving a school bus while under the influence.

Metro Atlanta Weather: Fall arrives, but Atlanta still stuck in summer heat

September 23, 2025 6:52am EDT

First full day of fall brings a forecast high of 90 degrees in Atlanta, about five degrees above average.

Towns County sheriff defends himself after governor orders investigation

September 23, 2025 6:21am EDT

Sheriff Ken Henderson defends himself in a Facebook post, calling claims against him “misinformation" after Gov. Brian Kemp ordered an investigation.

North Carolina man loses $19K UTV in DeKalb County scam

September 22, 2025 11:20pm EDT

A North Carolina man is out $19,000 after someone stole his UTV in DeKalb County that he was trying to sell online.

GBI investigating Barnesville homicide after weekend shooting

September 22, 2025 9:42pm EDT

State agents are investigating the fatal shooting of a 41-year-old man in Barnesville over the weekend, authorities said.

Teens arrested at Callaway High in violent home invasion

September 22, 2025 9:18pm EDT

Three juveniles were arrested at Callaway High School on Monday in connection with a violent home invasion, prompting a temporary lockdowns.

Blackface at Whitewater High volleyball game sparks outrage, superintendent responds

September 22, 2025 9:07pm EDT

What was supposed to be a “blackout" volleyball game at a Fayette County high school was taken too far, with local leaders calling for accountability.

Three arrested in Meriwether County after violent puppy theft

September 22, 2025 7:00pm EDT

Three people are behind bars in Meriwether County after deputies say they attempted to steal a $2,100 purebred puppy from a breeder.

Arthur Blank’s celebrity golf tournament returns to Brookhaven

September 22, 2025 6:39pm EDT

Arthur Blank’s celebrity golf tournament returned to Brookhaven to raise awareness about stuttering and treatment options available through the Blank Center.

Residency rules disqualify two candidates from Atlanta City Council race

September 22, 2025 6:37pm EDT

Two candidates disqualified from Atlanta City Council race for not meeting residency requirements.

1,000 pounds of meth tied to Mexican cartel seized in DeKalb County

September 22, 2025 5:39pm EDT

Five alleged members of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, or CJNG, were arrested in DeKalb County after a drug bust.

Secoriea Turner murder: Lead detective testifies against Julian Conley

September 22, 2025 4:23pm EDT

The lead detective in the 2020 shooting death of 8-year-old Secoriea Turner took the stand Monday, testifying against Julian Conley who is accused of murder.