Kentucky teen charged in deadly bank robbery after high-speed chase

An 18-year-old Kentucky man, identified as Brailen Weaver, has been charged by federal investigators in connection with a deadly bank robbery in Berea that left two people dead.

Kentucky Derby 2026 winner: Golden Tempo races to historic win for trainer

Golden Tempo came charging from the back of the field at Churchill Downs and took the lead when it counted to win the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby.

Man arrested for setting fire inside Chamblee Walmart

A man was arrested at the Doraville MARTA station after allegedly setting fire to towels and mats inside the Chamblee Walmart.

Highway 82 fire now 45% contained in Brantley County

The 22,532-acre Highway 82 fire in Brantley County is 45% contained as over 600 firefighters battle exceptional drought conditions.

Fundraisers launched for Northgate students after crash

The Coweta County community is rallying behind six Northgate High School students injured in a serious single-vehicle crash on Thursday.

National Teacher Appreciation Week 2026 deals and discounts

Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4-8. Retailers and restaurants across the country are offering discounts, freebies, and special promotions for educators.

Cobb County student athletes rally behind sixth grader battling cancer

Walton High School student-athletes are rallying around Dickerson Middle School sixth grader Jackson Jefcoat as he undergoes chemotherapy.

Manhunt underway in 2 counties for accused child molester

Law enforcement in Cobb and Douglas Counties are searching for a man wanted in at least nine child molestation cases.

Prayer service held for missing Atlanta teen Benjamin Brathwaite

Community members held a prayer service Friday night at Cascade United Methodist Church for missing 16-year-old Benjamin Brathwaite.

Watch: ‘Monster’ bull shark attacks Florida fisherman's kayak

A peaceful day kayaking in Florida turned into a close encounter with a massive bull shark. The shocking moment was caught on camera.

Gaming machine dispute ends in NW Atlanta shooting

A dispute over a gaming machine at an Atlanta corner store escalated into gunfire on Friday evening.

US to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany: What to know

The Pentagon said the United States will withdraw about 5,000 troops from Germany soon. Here's what to know.

Georgia text threat leads to drive-by shooting; 3 arrested

A 36-year-old man and his teenage son allegedly drove to a Martin home to confront a juvenile following threatening group text messages.

Search for missing southwest Atlanta teen enters fourth day

Benjamin Brathwaite, a 16-year-old student at KIPP Atlanta Collegiate, has been missing since Monday night after leaving his Southwest Atlanta home.

How Fayette County is using a $1,000 building to fight substance abuse

Fayette County officials opened a new permanent home for the county's accountability court programs to provide therapy and support services.