Marietta police investigation shifts after man run over at club

Marietta police are shifting their investigation into a Saturday morning hit-and-run after surveillance video indicated the driver involved in a parking lot fight may actually be a victim.

Jackson boy loses therapy pig in neighborhood shooting

A 12-year-old boy is struggling to cope after his best friend, a 400-pound pig named Bootsy, was shot and killed last week.

Fulton moves to block subpoena seeking personal data of 2020 election workers

Fulton County election officials filed a motion Monday to quash a federal grand jury subpoena seeking the personal information of thousands of staff and volunteers who served during the November 2020 General Election.

Missing Atlanta girl not being held captive, Atlanta police say

Police are searching for 14-year-old Ahnylah Robertson after she contacted her mother Monday afternoon to report she was being held against her will.

Authorities seek man accused of molesting 9 children

Police in Cobb and Douglas counties are searching for a man accused of molesting at least nine children along the Thornton Road corridor.

Two Georgia men sentenced in $522M health care fraud

Two Georgia men were sentenced for their roles in a $522 million scheme involving fraudulent genetic testing claims through Medicare and Medicaid.

Elderly, disabled MARTA riders face issues with new fare system

Hundreds of elderly and disabled MARTA riders waited for hours outside the agency's headquarters on Monday, trying to figure out how to get a hold of their new reduced fare Breeze cards.

5 arrested in DeKalb street takeover on Bouldercrest Road

A weekend street takeover in DeKalb County ended with five people in jail after a driver allegedly rammed a police vehicle while attempting to flee the scene.

DeKalb County raises minimum wage to $19 per hour

DeKalb County has raised its minimum wage to $19 per hour for all employees, boosting the pay for about 1,400 workers to help them meet the rising cost of living.

7 escape early morning blaze on Rays Road, woman left critical

An early morning house fire in DeKalb County has left a woman fighting for her life and several other residents displaced from their home.

Hall County mother arrested after son suffers six fractures

A Hall County woman faces 12 felony charges after investigators say she repeatedly injured her 20-month-old son.

2022 Midtown shooter sentenced in deadly spree

A jury has reached a verdict in the case of Raissa Kengne, finding her criminally responsible for a series of violent crimes carried out in Midtown Atlanta despite her mental health diagnosis. A judge then sentenced her to spend the rest of her life behind bars.

Wanted Newnan man tries escaping from third-story window

A monthslong manhunt ended at a Newnan apartment complex after a murder suspect’s attempt to escape through a window was thwarted by waiting officers.

Disabled Loganville barber released after 473 days in ICE custody

A metro Atlanta barber and father of seven has reunited with his family after spending more than 15 months in federal immigration detention.

Mother, son found dead after standoff in East Cobb identified

A welfare check at a Cobb County home turned into a deadly SWAT standoff Sunday morning. The incident, which ended with two people dead inside a residence on Vandiver Drive, is now under investigation by state authorities.

Cinco de Mayo celebrations in Atlanta, North Georgia | 2026

Cinco de Mayo is here, and there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate. From festive food and drink specials to parties and unique experiences, here’s a look at some of the best things to do around town.

Crews training for World Cup at Centennial Park in downtown Atlanta

Atlanta police, fire and emergency crews carried out a large-scale mass casualty training exercise at Centennial Olympic Park as the city prepares for upcoming World Cup events.

Lovejoy police officer back on the job after viral Walmart incident

A Lovejoy police officer who was placed on administrative leave after a viral video showed him body-slamming a man inside a Walmart has been cleared to return to work.