Big Brother alum, Atlanta resident Mickey Lee has reportedly died

Former Big Brother contestant and Atlanta resident Mickey Lee is hospitalized in critical condition after suffering multiple cardiac arrests.

8-year-old Atlanta girl spends Christmas in hospital after being hit by car

An 8-year-old Atlanta cheerleader faces a long recovery and multiple surgeries after being hit by a car on Joseph E. Boone Blvd. just before Christmas.

Man running across I-285 in DeKalb County killed by vehicle, police say

A man in his 40s was killed late Christmas night after being struck by a vehicle on Interstate 285 in DeKalb County, according to police.

UPDATE: 12-year-old last seen Christmas Day in NW Atlanta located

The Atlanta Police Department’s Special Victims Unit is asking for the public's help to find a "critical missing" 12-year-old boy last seen on Christmas morning.

Former Atlanta Housing executive expected to plead guilty in fraud case

Former Atlanta Housing executive Tracy Jones faces federal charges for allegedly defrauding $60,000 from Section 8 and COVID-19 relief programs.

3 killed on Georgia roads so far during Christmas travel period

Georgia state troopers reported three traffic fatalities and 38 DUI arrests through Wednesday as Christmas holiday travel continues across the state.

Trump launches Christmas night airstrikes on ISIS 'Terrorist Scum' in Nigeria after killings of Christians

President Donald Trump said the U.S. launched airstrikes in northwest Nigeria on Christmas night targeting ISIS militants he accused of killing Christians, calling the operation decisive and warning further attacks would follow if the violence continues.

Hosea Helps feeds 1,500 people on Christmas as demand for aid surges

Hosea Helps volunteers fed 1,500 people on Christmas as the Atlanta nonprofit reported record demand driven by SNAP benefit cuts and financial strain.

Mental health evaluation for Apalachee High School shooting suspect due in February

The mental health evaluation for Apalachee High School shooting suspect Colt Gray is expected to be finished in February, potentially deciding his trial eligibility.

DFACS budget cuts could cause children to 'fall through the cracks'

Georgia's DFACS faces an $85 million budget deficit, leading to deep service cuts for foster families and children with special needs.

Doraville police arrest driver in deadly hit-and-run

A man was killed in a hit-and-run crash on Dec. 20 in Doraville, and police say the driver has now been arrested and charged.

Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | Dec. 26-28, 2025

Looking for ways to get out and enjoy the final days of the holiday season? This week’s Things to Do list features live music, comedy, family-friendly activities, arts events, and festivals.

Police need help solving SW Atlanta homicide on Dec. 8

Investigators with the Atlanta Police Department are asking for the public’s help in solving a deadly shooting that happened earlier this month in southwest Atlanta.

Man shot by Atlanta off-duty police officer Wednesday night identified

An officer working an off-duty assignment shot an armed man late Christmas Eve after responding to reports of a woman being chased and shot at an apartment complex in northwest Atlanta.