Fulton jail overcrowding: Board of Commissioners approves controversial plan
A plan to reduce overcrowding at Fulton County’s Rice Street Jail, approved by the Board of Commissioners on Wednesday morning, has blindsided some Fulton County officials.
A plan to reduce overcrowding at Fulton County’s Rice Street Jail, approved by the Board of Commissioners on Wednesday morning, has blindsided some Fulton County officials.
A crime most fowl: Henry the turkey’s hilarious standoff with Georgia police
A defiant turkey named Henry blocked traffic and physically chased responding Cobb County officers off the roadway.
A defiant turkey named Henry blocked traffic and physically chased responding Cobb County officers off the roadway.
Bizarre discovery at South Fulton funeral home sparks investigation
South Fulton police are addressing internet rumors that human remains were found at Forest Lawn Funeral Home.
South Fulton police are addressing internet rumors that human remains were found at Forest Lawn Funeral Home.
Coweta County grandfather sentenced to prison for child sexual abuse material
A 53-year-old Coweta County grandfather has pleaded guilty to possession of child porn after authorities say they found dozens of videos and images on his electronic devices after his arrest in 2024.
A 53-year-old Coweta County grandfather has pleaded guilty to possession of child porn after authorities say they found dozens of videos and images on his electronic devices after his arrest in 2024.
Henry County police on high alert for Saturday’s 'Urban Air Takeover' event
Another weekend “teen takeover" has authorities on high alert. This time, it was advertised in Henry County.
Another weekend “teen takeover" has authorities on high alert. This time, it was advertised in Henry County.
Atlanta Police release video of southwest Atlanta apartment shootout; suspect at large
Authorities are searching for the gunmen responsible for a shootout at a southwest Atlanta apartment complex two days after Christmas.
Authorities are searching for the gunmen responsible for a shootout at a southwest Atlanta apartment complex two days after Christmas.
Triple the limit: New details in Hall Sheriff Gerald Couch's DUI arrest
New details are emerging after Hall County Sheriff Gerald Couch was allegedly caught serving "all over the roadway" with a blood alcohol level nearly three times the legal limit last week in a county-issued SUV.
New details are emerging after Hall County Sheriff Gerald Couch was allegedly caught serving "all over the roadway" with a blood alcohol level nearly three times the legal limit last week in a county-issued SUV.
Georgia couple describes life under fire in Israel: ‘Calm boredom and nervousness’
A Georgia couple say they are stuck in Israel with no clear timeline for when they will be able to return home.
A Georgia couple say they are stuck in Israel with no clear timeline for when they will be able to return home.
‘I was being recorded’: Victim speaks out after discovering hidden phone in bathroom
Christopher Stieglitz, of Carroll County, has been charged in a bathroom peeping case. His victim is now telling her story.
Christopher Stieglitz, of Carroll County, has been charged in a bathroom peeping case. His victim is now telling her story.
Forest Park police chief placed on administrative leave amid investigation
Forest Park Police Chief Brandon Criss has been placed on administrative leave, city officials confirmed Wednesday.
Forest Park Police Chief Brandon Criss has been placed on administrative leave, city officials confirmed Wednesday.
Police drop theft probe at Fulton County Commissioner's Office
Fulton County police investigated an alleged security breach at the office of District 4 Commissioner Mo Ivory in January, but the case was closed due to a lack of evidence.
Fulton County police investigated an alleged security breach at the office of District 4 Commissioner Mo Ivory in January, but the case was closed due to a lack of evidence.
Prosecutors will seek death penalty for man accused of shooting Gwinnett officers
Prosecutors have confirmed they plan to seek the death penalty against Kevin Andrews, who is accused of shooting two Gwinnett County police officers, killing one of them and leaving the other with severe injuries.
Prosecutors have confirmed they plan to seek the death penalty against Kevin Andrews, who is accused of shooting two Gwinnett County police officers, killing one of them and leaving the other with severe injuries.
Clarkston woman convicted of killing ex-boyfriend in front of children
A Clarkston woman faces life in prison after being convicted Tuesday of murdering her ex-boyfriend in front of her children following a dispute over a door lock.
A Clarkston woman faces life in prison after being convicted Tuesday of murdering her ex-boyfriend in front of her children following a dispute over a door lock.
Watch: Gwinnett police ‘arrest’ Hank the runaway donkey: ‘Don't be a stubborn ass’
Gwinnett County police officers apprehended a runaway donkey named Hank during a late-night pursuit.
Gwinnett County police officers apprehended a runaway donkey named Hank during a late-night pursuit.
Atlanta traffic stop turns into drug bust, loaded firearm found
A traffic stop in southwest Atlanta turned into a drug bust last week after officers searched a vehicle and found promethazine, oxycodone, marijuana and a loaded firearm.
A traffic stop in southwest Atlanta turned into a drug bust last week after officers searched a vehicle and found promethazine, oxycodone, marijuana and a loaded firearm.
Athens police investigating second rape of young woman
The assault was reported shortly before 10 a.m. on Feb. 27 from a residence on East Campus Road.
The assault was reported shortly before 10 a.m. on Feb. 27 from a residence on East Campus Road.
Man runs to McNair Middle School after being shot, officials say
A shooting at a DeKalb County AutoZone sent a victim running to McNair Middle School for help on Wednesday. Police are currently investigating.
A shooting at a DeKalb County AutoZone sent a victim running to McNair Middle School for help on Wednesday. Police are currently investigating.
Mother of 6 critically injured in fatal DeKalb shooting, family says
DeKalb County police are investigating a shooting that left one man dead and a woman critically injured early Wednesday morning.
DeKalb County police are investigating a shooting that left one man dead and a woman critically injured early Wednesday morning.
Stuckey’s recalls pecan log rolls over cherry labeling error
Some cherry-flavored rolls were packaged in wrappers that did not list cherry as an ingredient.
Some cherry-flavored rolls were packaged in wrappers that did not list cherry as an ingredient.
Chick-fil-A reverses waffle fry recipe after fans complain about starch
Atlanta-based Chick-fil-A has quietly made another change to one of its most beloved menu items — and fans of its waffle fries may want to take note.
Atlanta-based Chick-fil-A has quietly made another change to one of its most beloved menu items — and fans of its waffle fries may want to take note.