Dow Jones hits record 50,000 points for first time: What to know

The U.S. stock market roared back Friday, as technology stocks recovered much of their losses from earlier in the week.

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.

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.

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.

Sex offender arrested in Snellville for registration violations

Gwinnett County deputies arrested Dontiez McKinnon on Thursday in Snellville for multiple sex offender registration violations.

Super Bowl fumble: Fanatics faces backlash over NFL merch quality, availability

Sports merchandising giant Fanatics apologizes to Patriots, Seahawks supporters after widespread criticism over product shortages, jersey quality issues

DPS crew members killed in helicopter crash while responding to Flagstaff shooting

Two Arizona Department of Public Safety crew members were killed in a helicopter crash Wednesday night while responding to an active shooting incident in Flagstaff.

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.

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.

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.

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.

'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.

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.

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.

Judge gives 10-day deadline to set trial date for former supt. Devon Horton

A federal judge has issued a 10-day deadline for attorneys to establish a trial date in the embezzlement and fraud case against former DeKalb County Superintendent Devon Horton.

Feds accuse Minneapolis man of threatening ICE agents online

Federal prosecutors say a Minneapolis man threatened and cyberstalked federal agents in response to ICE operations in the state.