Clayton County Jail employee arrested for smuggling contraband to inmate

LaPorsha Williams, a Clayton County Jail employee, was arrested for smuggling a cellphone charger to inmate Rodricus Gonzalezz Martin, hidden in a cereal box.

Community mourns beloved sixth-grader killed in crossfire

Ja-Nylen Greggs, a 12-year-old student, was an innocent bystander killed in a drive-by shooting in southwest Atlanta.

Big Tigger's Beltline BikeFest returns for 3rd year this weekend

Radio and TV host Big Tigger is inviting the community to his 3rd annual Big Tigger's Beltline BikeFest this weekend.

3 men arrested in drone smuggling attempt at Washington State Prison

Three men were arrested near Washington State Prison on June 11 after deputies tracked drone activity and discovered them attempting to drop contraband into the facility.

Tribute to famous Peachtree City alligator, Flat Creek Floyd

Peachtree City will host a public tribute to Flat Creek Floyd, the city’s iconic alligator, on Friday, June 13 at 5 p.m. at City Hall, featuring children’s artwork, donation opportunities, and commemorative t-shirts.

Army Corp dedicates new survey vessels to Georgia soldiers killed in action

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Savannah District dedicated three new survey vessels named after Georgia soldiers killed in action, honoring their service during a ceremony on June 12.

'No Kings' rallies against Trump to take place in metro Atlanta this weekend

Another wave of protests is set to take place across Georgia this weekend as part of a national day of action against the Trump administration.

Sex trafficking expert testifies in Atlanta rapper Ca$hOut's trial

Atlanta rapper Ca$h Out, whose legal name is John Michael Hakeem Gibson, is on trial for charges including rape, sex trafficking, and luring women into prostitution.

12-year-old boy fatally shot in southwest Atlanta crossfire identified

A 12-year-old boy was killed in a shooting at an apartment complex in southwest Atlanta, believed to be an innocent bystander caught in the crossfire between two groups.

Atlanta cellist Okorie 'OkCello' Johnson on music, meaning and life transformed

Atlanta cellist, composer, and storyteller Okorie Johnson — better known by his stage name, OkCello — is redefining what it means to be a modern musician.

Water line issue on Northside Parkway closes road near West Paces Ferry

Shortly before noon Friday, Atlanta’s Department of Watershed Management (DWM) said that it is actively responding to a major water line issue that has disrupted service along the Northside Parkway corridor.

UGA student indicted for fatal 2024 hit-and-run that killed 34-year-old

Benhur Tesfai, a University of Georgia student, has been indicted in a fatal hit-and-run that killed 34-year-old Michael Kitchen in Athens.

Things to do this weekend in North Georgia | June 13-15, 2025

Looking to get out of the city this weekend or you live in one of the surrounding counties? There’s plenty happening just beyond Atlanta. Here’s a roundup of events for June 13–15.

Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta | June 13-15, 2025

Looking for things to do in Atlanta this weekend? From Juneteenth celebrations and food festivals to live music, comedy, and art shows, here’s your guide to what’s happening around the city June 13–15.

Dalton college student testifies about ICE arrest before Judiciary Committee

A 19-year-old college student from Georgia is sharing her story after being detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement for more than two weeks.