Family of 9 displaced by bomb-like explosions in Clayton County house fire

Nine people were displaced after a fire destroyed a Clayton County home and storage building. Neighbors reported explosions as fire crews battled intense heat.

Kendrick Johnson family files $10B lawsuit against federal judges

Kendrick Johnson’s parents filed a federal suit against two judges and the court, alleging a "murder cover-up conspiracy."

Woman killed, bystander wounded in MLK Drive shooting; 2 in custody

One woman is dead and a man is injured following a shooting at the West Ridge Shopping Center on Martin Luther King Jr. Drive.

Atlanta crews clear Bell Street homeless encampment under new safety protocols

Atlanta city crews and police officers dressed in protective gear began the process of closing a homeless encampment on Bell Street, Friday afternoon.

Henry County teen takeover: State of emergency declared, curfew issued

Henry County officials have declared a local state of emergency effective through Monday morning to combat a planned "teen takeover" event.

Rising Son in Avondale Estates forced to close this month, owner says

Rising Son, the popular Southern breakfast and lunch restaurant from Atlanta chef Hudson Rouse, will close at the end of March after a decade in business.

SK Battery America lays off nearly 1,000 workers at Commerce plant

SK Battery America has laid off 958 workers at its Commerce, Georgia, plant following the removal of EV tax credits and shifting automotive trends.

Man shot multiple times at Candler Road gas station

A man is fighting for his life after being shot multiple times early Friday morning at a gas station in DeKalb County, police said.

Georgia lawmakers face high stakes on Crossover Day

Georgia’s Crossover Day serves as the final deadline for bills to pass their original chamber to stay alive this legislative session.

Gas prices spike in Georgia as national average climbs above $3

Gas prices are climbing again across the United States, and drivers in Georgia are beginning to feel the impact as global tensions and rising wholesale fuel costs push prices higher at the pump.

St. Patrick's Day festivities, specials in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | 2026

From lively bar crawls and block parties to family-friendly festivals and festive food specials, here are some of the best ways to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day around metro Atlanta and North Georgia.