2 Atlanta police officers injured during shooting off Cheshire Bridge Road
A man was arrested Saturday afternoon following an hours-long standoff at an apartment complex where two Atlanta police officers were injured.
A man was arrested Saturday afternoon following an hours-long standoff at an apartment complex where two Atlanta police officers were injured.
Man charged with impersonating Gwinnett County deputy
Gwinnett County deputies arrested Samuel Baxter, a suspect accused of impersonating law enforcement during a string of armed robberies and home invasions.
Gwinnett County deputies arrested Samuel Baxter, a suspect accused of impersonating law enforcement during a string of armed robberies and home invasions.
Fulton County FBI raid video: Body-cam footage shows clash between FBI, local officials
FBI agents confiscated hundreds of boxes containing 2020 ballots and voter rolls during the unannounced raid.
FBI agents confiscated hundreds of boxes containing 2020 ballots and voter rolls during the unannounced raid.
Cobb County police honored for acts of kindness at Gotcha Covered Gala
Cobb County officers were recognized for selfless acts, including funding hotel rooms and supporting grieving families.
Cobb County officers were recognized for selfless acts, including funding hotel rooms and supporting grieving families.
Lil Jon's son, DJ Young Slade, found dead: 'I am extremely heartbroken'
Authorities recovered a body which has since been identified as Nathan Smith, son of Lil Jon, from a Milton pond.
Authorities recovered a body which has since been identified as Nathan Smith, son of Lil Jon, from a Milton pond.
Teen killed by bullet fired through Gwinnett County motel room wall: 'Just playing a video game'
A 17-year-old male was found shot to death in an extended-stay motel room overnight.
A 17-year-old male was found shot to death in an extended-stay motel room overnight.
Decatur Library to reopen Monday after shooting with focus on security
The Decatur Library will reopen Feb. 9 following a week-long closure for staff well-being and security assessments.
The Decatur Library will reopen Feb. 9 following a week-long closure for staff well-being and security assessments.
Hair follicles main focus in day 5 of Tara Baker murder trial
The Edrick Faust trial concluded its first week with testimony on hair analysis and DNA evidence in the 2001 cold case murder of Tara Baker.
The Edrick Faust trial concluded its first week with testimony on hair analysis and DNA evidence in the 2001 cold case murder of Tara Baker.
13 arrested in Coweta County human trafficking sting
UPDATE: The Coweta County Sheriff's Office now says that defendant Raymond Armstrong, who authorities originally said was on federal parole at the time of his arrest, was in fact not on federal parole at the time of his November 2025 arrest in Coweta County.
UPDATE: The Coweta County Sheriff's Office now says that defendant Raymond Armstrong, who authorities originally said was on federal parole at the time of his arrest, was in fact not on federal parole at the time of his November 2025 arrest in Coweta County.
Charges dismissed against Coweta County kindergarten teacher arrested for shoplifting
Newnan Municipal Court records show the misdemeanor charges of shoplifting were dismissed against Melissa Bedenbaugh on February 2, 2026.
Newnan Municipal Court records show the misdemeanor charges of shoplifting were dismissed against Melissa Bedenbaugh on February 2, 2026.
DeKalb police arrest fourth suspect in Shedeur Sanders burglary
DeKalb County SWAT arrested Carlos DeAnthony Morris, the fourth suspect in the $200K burglary of Browns QB Shedeur Sanders' Ohio home.
DeKalb County SWAT arrested Carlos DeAnthony Morris, the fourth suspect in the $200K burglary of Browns QB Shedeur Sanders' Ohio home.
Sex offender arrested in Snellville for registration violations
Gwinnett County deputies arrested Dontiez McKinnon on Thursday in Snellville for multiple sex offender registration violations.
Gwinnett County deputies arrested Dontiez McKinnon on Thursday in Snellville for multiple sex offender registration violations.
Man arrested in Whitfield County for fentanyl, meth trafficking
Eric Underwood was arrested following a targeted narcotics operation in Whitfield County.
Eric Underwood was arrested following a targeted narcotics operation in Whitfield County.
Blocking police using your car could become a felony
Georgia House Bill 1076 aims to make blocking law enforcement officers with a vehicle a felony punishable by up to five years in prison.
Georgia House Bill 1076 aims to make blocking law enforcement officers with a vehicle a felony punishable by up to five years in prison.
Help rename 2 dogs rescued from 'inhumane' conditions in Butts County
The rescued dogs are showing major health improvements; the male is on a specialized feeding plan for weight gain, and the female is no longer acting fearful.
The rescued dogs are showing major health improvements; the male is on a specialized feeding plan for weight gain, and the female is no longer acting fearful.
Georgia literacy bill: Literacy coaches and required kindergarten
Georgia House Speaker Jon Burns, joined by a bipartisan group of lawmakers, formally introduced the "Georgia Early Literacy Act of 2026" on Thursday.
Georgia House Speaker Jon Burns, joined by a bipartisan group of lawmakers, formally introduced the "Georgia Early Literacy Act of 2026" on Thursday.
Roommates, cold case investigators testify in Tara Baker murder trial
Roommates and investigators testified Thursday in the Edrick Faust murder trial. The defense highlighted alternative suspects in the 2001 killing of Tara Baker.
Roommates and investigators testified Thursday in the Edrick Faust murder trial. The defense highlighted alternative suspects in the 2001 killing of Tara Baker.
'Walk for Peace' monks nearing outskirts of Washington, D.C., on 104th day
A group of almost 20 Buddhist monks is entering the final leg of an arduous 2,300-mile "Walk for Peace," nearing the outskirts of Washington, D.C., after 104 days on the road.
A group of almost 20 Buddhist monks is entering the final leg of an arduous 2,300-mile "Walk for Peace," nearing the outskirts of Washington, D.C., after 104 days on the road.
No injuries after CSX train derails in Palmetto
Multiple CSX train cars derailed early Friday morning on Highway 29 in Palmetto. No injuries or hazardous materials were reported.
Multiple CSX train cars derailed early Friday morning on Highway 29 in Palmetto. No injuries or hazardous materials were reported.
Several gubernatorial candidates gather for debate in SW Atlanta
Several top contenders for Georgia governor gathered in southwest Atlanta on Thursday for a debate hosted by the "Georgia Men for Democracy Now" political action committee.
Several top contenders for Georgia governor gathered in southwest Atlanta on Thursday for a debate hosted by the "Georgia Men for Democracy Now" political action committee.