Georgia

Man, 57, dies in custody at Cobb County Adult Detention Center

December 15, 2025 4:55pm EST

A 57-year-old man died after being found unresponsive while in custody at the Cobb County Adult Detention Center.

Deadly robbery attempt at Lithonia-area gas station; 1 on the run

December 15, 2025 4:02pm EST

Police say an attempted robbery led to a shootout that killed 19-year-old Tristyn Mays at a Covington Highway gas station.

Two young children killed in Union County mobile home fire

December 15, 2025 3:35pm EST

Two young children were killed in a mobile home fire at Warren Trailer Park, Union County Fire and Rescue officials said.

Atlanta police ask for help identifying armed home invasion suspects

December 15, 2025 2:11pm EST

Atlanta police released video of armed suspects breaking into an occupied home and are offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to their identification.

'Preventative' lockdown ends at Newton County schools

December 15, 2025 11:23am EST

All Newton County schools went under a "preventative" lockdown Monday, according to the district.

Father charged after DeKalb child accidentally shoots self

December 15, 2025 10:38am EST

A child is recovering after accidentally shooting themselves, according to the DeKalb County Police Department.

Holiday pop-up bars in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | 2025

December 15, 2025 8:36am EST

Explore metro Atlanta’s most over-the-top holiday pop-up bars, where creative cocktails, immersive décor and festive themes set the mood for a spirited night out.

Christmas light displays in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | 2025

December 15, 2025 8:21am EST

Here’s a curated roundup of the most popular and dazzling Christmas light displays shining across metro Atlanta and North Georgia this season.

Suspect arrested after standoff at Atlanta Ritz-Carlton

December 14, 2025 5:45pm EST

A suspect was arrested after an hours-long standoff at the Atlanta Ritz-Carlton.

Retired officer killed while directing traffic at Cumming Christmas parade

December 14, 2025 3:02pm EST

Retired officer Robert Muth died after being struck while directing traffic at Cumming’s Christmas parade; police are investigating the fatal crash.

911 calls reveal moments after police say homeowner shot 2 porch pirates

December 14, 2025 1:35pm EST

911 calls reveal the chaotic moments after a DeKalb County homeowner allegedly shot two teens over a stolen package; both teens survived and the homeowner faces aggravated assault charges.

Man arrested in deadly South Fulton double shooting

December 14, 2025 12:25pm EST

A 21-year-old man has been arrested for a shooting that killed one person and injured another in South Fulton on Saturday.

One dead, one injured in College Park house fire

December 13, 2025 9:05pm EST

A College Park house fire left one woman dead and another hospitalized.

DeKalb fire displaces 20+ families, firefighters say

December 13, 2025 8:20pm EST

The Villa Apartments on Buford Highway displaced more than 20 families; firefighters evacuated the building and extinguished the blaze with no injuries reported.

FedEx driver hits, kills pedestrian in DeKalb County, police say

December 13, 2025 8:03pm EST

A pedestrian was hit and killed by a FedEx truck near the Northlake Parkway Target in DeKalb County.

DeKalb County launches $250K cleanup to remove illegal tires

December 13, 2025 3:55pm EST

DeKalb County has launched a $250K cleanup targeting illegal tire dumping, removing more than 37,000 tires so far and pushing for tougher state penalties against large-scale dumpers.

DeKalb County’s new police chief Greg Padrick says he’s ready to lead

December 13, 2025 3:22pm EST

Newly appointed DeKalb County Police Chief Greg Padrick says he’s focused on public trust, crime reduction, and rebuilding staffing as the department prepares to launch a Real Time Crime Center.