Former Bartow deputy jailed amid child abuse investigation
A now former Bartow County Sheriff's deputy was jailed Wednesday on battery charges after a foster child reported being whipped with a belt at least 20 times, authorities said.
A now former Bartow County Sheriff's deputy was jailed Wednesday on battery charges after a foster child reported being whipped with a belt at least 20 times, authorities said.
MARTA bus and USPS vehicle collide in southeast Atlanta crash
Emergency crews assessed multiple passengers for injuries after a MARTA bus and a USPS vehicle collided Wednesday in Atlanta.
Emergency crews assessed multiple passengers for injuries after a MARTA bus and a USPS vehicle collided Wednesday in Atlanta.
Grandmother charged after 2-year-old drowns in Roswell pool
A 44-year-old grandmother faces charges after police arrested her in connection with the June drowning death of her 2-year-old grandson at a Roswell clubhouse pool.
A 44-year-old grandmother faces charges after police arrested her in connection with the June drowning death of her 2-year-old grandson at a Roswell clubhouse pool.
Wild Troup County road rage shootings end in high-speed police pursuit
A Louisiana man remains in custody following a wild police chase linked to consecutive highway shootings in Troup County.
A Louisiana man remains in custody following a wild police chase linked to consecutive highway shootings in Troup County.
Gwinnett County police arrest former Forest Park public works director for DUI
Former Forest Park public works director Alton Matthews faces DUI charges in Gwinnett County after driving a city-issued car.
Former Forest Park public works director Alton Matthews faces DUI charges in Gwinnett County after driving a city-issued car.
Atlanta officials intervene after airport parking employees paid with Zelle
Atlanta airport parking employees faced severe pay delays and were unprofessionally paid via mobile apps.
Atlanta airport parking employees faced severe pay delays and were unprofessionally paid via mobile apps.
Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | July 17-19, 2026
From outdoor mountain adventures to high-energy city festivals, this curated list highlights the absolute best events, concerts, and family-friendly activities happening across Metro Atlanta and North Georgia this weekend.
From outdoor mountain adventures to high-energy city festivals, this curated list highlights the absolute best events, concerts, and family-friendly activities happening across Metro Atlanta and North Georgia this weekend.
How a simple look out an office window created Atlanta's iconic park
Centennial Olympic Park is currently serving as the central hub for Atlanta’s World Cup experience, packing in tens of thousands of soccer fans.
Centennial Olympic Park is currently serving as the central hub for Atlanta’s World Cup experience, packing in tens of thousands of soccer fans.
Northlake Mall's $95M purchase completed
The Centurion Foundation announced Wednesday that it completed a $95 million acquisition of Northlake Mall to establish a major new medical campus for Emory Healthcare.
The Centurion Foundation announced Wednesday that it completed a $95 million acquisition of Northlake Mall to establish a major new medical campus for Emory Healthcare.
Why Greene County took its entire computer network offline
The Greene County Board of Commissioners took its network offline after identifying a cybersecurity incident in Greensboro on July 9.
The Greene County Board of Commissioners took its network offline after identifying a cybersecurity incident in Greensboro on July 9.
1 person seriously injured in DeKalb County shooting
DeKalb County police are investigating a shooting Wednesday afternoon on Blazing Pine Path in Decatur.
DeKalb County police are investigating a shooting Wednesday afternoon on Blazing Pine Path in Decatur.
Atlanta sports bar fights spark permanent bans for disruptive fans
An Atlanta sports bar declared a strict "zero tolerance" policy after social media videos captured soccer fans fighting outside the business on Tuesday evening.
An Atlanta sports bar declared a strict "zero tolerance" policy after social media videos captured soccer fans fighting outside the business on Tuesday evening.
10-hour manhunt in Butts Co. for man who allegedly shot woman, child
Authorities arrested Darian Berry Sr. after an extensive manhunt that lasted more than 10 hours in Butts County.
Authorities arrested Darian Berry Sr. after an extensive manhunt that lasted more than 10 hours in Butts County.
Lucky Georgia Mega Millions ticket turns into $4 million payday
A Mega Millions ticket sold in Georgia turned one player's lucky numbers into a $4 million prize.
A Mega Millions ticket sold in Georgia turned one player's lucky numbers into a $4 million prize.
Mableton approves new mill rate to pay for public safety
The Mableton City Council voted 6-1 to approve a 4.5 millage rate dedicated exclusively to public safety services.
The Mableton City Council voted 6-1 to approve a 4.5 millage rate dedicated exclusively to public safety services.
Marietta City Schools plans to limit student screen time in future
The Marietta school board approved a resolution aimed at reducing students' reliance on technology and strengthening teacher-led instruction.
The Marietta school board approved a resolution aimed at reducing students' reliance on technology and strengthening teacher-led instruction.
Atlanta weather: Muggier, warmer weather ahead for World Cup semifinal
Rain chances are lower Wednesday, but Atlanta will remain warm and humid as fans head to the World Cup semifinal.
Rain chances are lower Wednesday, but Atlanta will remain warm and humid as fans head to the World Cup semifinal.
World Cup: England faces Argentina in final Atlanta Stadium match
Rain did not stop thousands of soccer fans from packed celebrations at the FIFA Fan Fest in downtown Atlanta.
Rain did not stop thousands of soccer fans from packed celebrations at the FIFA Fan Fest in downtown Atlanta.
Former Acworth official charged in bond theft case
Former Acworth court administrator Trevez Richards is jailed in Cobb County, accused of stealing over half a million dollars in bond money.
Former Acworth court administrator Trevez Richards is jailed in Cobb County, accused of stealing over half a million dollars in bond money.
18-year-old jailed on gang charges in Banty Jones Park shooting
An 18-year-old man is behind bars following his arrest in connection with an April shooting that wounded a young child, according to the Rome Police Department.
An 18-year-old man is behind bars following his arrest in connection with an April shooting that wounded a young child, according to the Rome Police Department.