GBI dismantles Mexican-based drug ring in DeKalb County

State agents dismantled a major DeKalb County drug ring linked to a Mexican network supplying methamphetamine.

Texas leaders approve Bible stories as required reading in schools

The Texas Board of Education has approved controversial changes to required reading lists for Texas public school students. They now include Bible passages.

Prowler reported peeping into windows in Athens: 'Remain alert'

Police are searching for a suspect accused of peeping into windows and entering at least one home near the University of Georgia campus.

Massachusetts House passes bill protecting libraries from book bans

Lawmakers in Massachusetts are hoping to put into law a bill to give librarians more authority to protect against book bans in schools and libraries. 

Nancy Guthrie: TMZ receives new email claiming to have video evidence of suspect

A person claiming to know the identity of Nancy Guthrie's abductors has contacted TMZ again. The message claims a secured phone holds videos, photos, names, and ages of the suspects.

Colorado mom allegedly bought alcohol daily for 16-year-old daughter found dead with 173 empty bottles

A Colorado mother has been charged in connection with the death of her 16-year-old daughter, who prosecutors say drank herself to death and had 173 empty alcohol bottles hidden in her bedroom.

Motorcyclist killed in high-speed crash on I-20 in Atlanta

A motorcyclist was killed Friday in a single-vehicle crash on Interstate 20 eastbound near McDaniel Street, according to the Atlanta Police Department.

Mistrial declared after jury deadlocks in Palisades Fire trial

A federal judge declared a mistrial in the trial of Jonathan Rinderknecht, the man charged with setting a fire that officials said eventually became the Palisades Fire.

World Cup Atlanta deliveries screened with high-tech security

As Atlanta prepares to host its fifth FIFA World Cup match, federal officials are using multiple layers of security to screen every delivery entering Atlanta Stadium.

Giraffe that escaped Texas ranch spotted by helicopter, manager says

A giraffe that escaped a ranch in the Texas Hill Country two weeks ago has been located, according to the manager of the ranch.

Tyler Robinson: Judge holds prosecutor in civil contempt, keeps death penalty on table

A Utah judge on Friday found a prosecutor in civil contempt for violating a pretrial publicity order by publicly stating there was "ample evidence" to prove Tyler Robinson's guilt in the 2025 killing of Charlie Kirk.

Woman charged in DeKalb County bus stop shooting of woman

A woman is fighting for her life following a shooting Thursday afternoon along Memorial Drive in Decatur.

DR Congo, Uzbekistan meet in Atlanta World Cup match Saturday

Atlanta’s final FIFA World Cup group-stage match is set for Saturday night, with DR Congo and Uzbekistan facing off at Atlanta Stadium.

More Buc-ee's locations announced in national expansion

Popular mega-gas station chain Buc-ee’s opened up their first location in Arizona this week, bringing their nationwide total to 56 locations across 13 states. 

SNAP junk-food purchase restrictions take effect July 1 in Arkansas — See what other states have bans

Arkansas is implementing restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food, joining other states too.

Atlanta airport expects 4M July 4 travelers this year

The Independence Day travel rush is underway at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, where officials expect more than 4 million passengers to pass through the world's busiest airport.