Truck driver faces drug charges after causing Monroe County derailment

A Florida man faces multiple charges after his semi-truck overturned and collided with a train in Monroe County early Wednesday morning.

Bank fraud: Atlanta music artist pleads guilty in check theft scheme

An Atlanta man admitted Thursday to stealing mail and using his music and social media accounts to teach others how to commit bank fraud.

Man charged with distributing child pornography in Franklin Springs

The Franklin County Sheriff's Office arrested Tidus Parker on six criminal charges related to the distribution of child pornography.

This is why Douglas County voted to shut down its local museum

Commissioners voted to shut down the Douglas County Museum of History and Art following reports of major bookkeeping issues and IRS filing failures.

Jackson County community rallies for boy after therapy pig is killed

Jackson County deputies arrested three people after a young boy's therapy pig, Bootsy, was shot and killed after getting loose.

Marcye Scott: Daughter of David Scott runs for his Georgia seat

Marcye Scott, daughter of the late U.S. Rep. David Scott, announced her candidacy to fill the remaining term of her father’s seat.

Is hantavirus the next COVID-19? What experts are saying

Health officials are monitoring two Georgia residents who returned from a cruise ship linked to a deadly hantavirus outbreak.

Atlanta fire standoff: Mayor to sign historic union agreement

Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens indicated he will sign a historic collective bargaining agreement with city firefighters, potentially ending a yearlong standoff.

Who shot and killed Amondre Michael Zepeda? Manhunt continues

East Point police are searching for suspects in the drive-by shooting death of Amondre Michael Zepeda, who was killed while helping a friend.

Man charged with shooting roommate in Forsyth County

Jose Luis Delgado Mendoza was arrested Thursday after allegedly shooting his roommate multiple times at a South Forsyth County home.

Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | May 8-10, 2026

From street festivals and live entertainment to family-friendly events and outdoor fun, here are some of the top happenings across the area.

Woman killed in Decatur Kroger parking lot crash identified

Police are investigating after two vehicles crashed into a Kroger in Decatur on Wednesday afternoon, leaving one woman dead and another hospitalized. 

Entire police department in Cohutta fired by mayor

The mayor of Cohutta fired the town’s entire police department, prompting a special council meeting.