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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Driver killed in fiery crash on Christmas morning in Athens area
Athens-Clarke County police are investigating a fatal crash that claimed the life of a driver early Christmas morning.
Athens-Clarke County police are investigating a fatal crash that claimed the life of a driver early Christmas morning.
2026: Things that happened 120 years ago
In 2026, the United States marks the 120-year anniversaries of several major events that shaped the nation’s history, innovation, and culture.
In 2026, the United States marks the 120-year anniversaries of several major events that shaped the nation’s history, innovation, and culture.
Most popular cat and dog names of 2025
When it comes to our furry friends, there are endless choices when it comes to cat and dog names. The team at Rover.com has released their annual report of top cat and dog names.
When it comes to our furry friends, there are endless choices when it comes to cat and dog names. The team at Rover.com has released their annual report of top cat and dog names.
Former DeKalb jail worker accused of stealing coworker's paycheck
A former DeKalb County Jail employee has been charged after authorities say she altered a coworker’s payroll information to steal her paycheck.
A former DeKalb County Jail employee has been charged after authorities say she altered a coworker’s payroll information to steal her paycheck.
Man shot on Kensington Road in DeKalb County on Christmas Eve
Officers responded around 10:30 p.m. Dec. 24 to a reported shooting in the 3800 block of Kensington Road, according to the DeKalb County Police Department.
Officers responded around 10:30 p.m. Dec. 24 to a reported shooting in the 3800 block of Kensington Road, according to the DeKalb County Police Department.
DeKalb officer placed on leave after pedestrian killed on I-75
A fatal pedestrian crash on Interstate 75 in Cobb County is under investigation after an off-duty DeKalb County police officer, driving a marked patrol vehicle, struck a man Tuesday night, authorities said.
A fatal pedestrian crash on Interstate 75 in Cobb County is under investigation after an off-duty DeKalb County police officer, driving a marked patrol vehicle, struck a man Tuesday night, authorities said.
Forsyth County Jeepers deliver Christmas Eve cookies to 15 stations
Firefighters across Forsyth County received a holiday surprise on Christmas Eve as members of the Forsyth County Jeepers rolled through the county delivering cookies and milk.
Firefighters across Forsyth County received a holiday surprise on Christmas Eve as members of the Forsyth County Jeepers rolled through the county delivering cookies and milk.
Lucky $1.8B Powerball ticket sold in Arkansas; 3 $50K winners in Georgia
A single winning ticket sold in Arkansas claimed Powerball’s massive $1.817 billion jackpot in Wednesday night’s Christmas Eve drawing.
A single winning ticket sold in Arkansas claimed Powerball’s massive $1.817 billion jackpot in Wednesday night’s Christmas Eve drawing.
Mother says son traumatized after nail salon dispute: 'You just put your hands on my son'
The mother says her 8-year-old son was traumatized after a nail salon worker allegedly locked him inside during a dispute over a bill.
The mother says her 8-year-old son was traumatized after a nail salon worker allegedly locked him inside during a dispute over a bill.
FBI: Escaped inmates used rope to kidnap rideshare driver during Florida getaway
Escaped DeKalb County inmates Stevenson Charles, Yusuf Minor, and Naod Yohannes face federal kidnapping charges after allegedly terrorizing a Lyft driver during a getaway to Miami.
Escaped DeKalb County inmates Stevenson Charles, Yusuf Minor, and Naod Yohannes face federal kidnapping charges after allegedly terrorizing a Lyft driver during a getaway to Miami.
After teen’s death, Union City father launches nonprofit: 'I hurt. I hurt every single day'
A father is marking his first Christmas without his son by channeling his grief into a new organization aimed at helping families impacted by gun violence.
A father is marking his first Christmas without his son by channeling his grief into a new organization aimed at helping families impacted by gun violence.
Buckhead toy store sees record holiday sales despite tariff price hikes
A Buckhead toy store owner reports rising holiday sales despite price hikes from tariffs as shoppers flock to local businesses on Christmas Eve.
A Buckhead toy store owner reports rising holiday sales despite price hikes from tariffs as shoppers flock to local businesses on Christmas Eve.
Cartersville firefighters help save dog’s life on Christmas Eve
Cartersville firefighters are being hailed as heroes after helping a family transport their 13-year-old dog to an emergency vet on Christmas Eve.
Cartersville firefighters are being hailed as heroes after helping a family transport their 13-year-old dog to an emergency vet on Christmas Eve.
67-year-old woman killed in Christmas Eve shooting in East Lake neighborhood
A 67-year-old woman was fatally shot at a southeast Atlanta address on Christmas Eve.
A 67-year-old woman was fatally shot at a southeast Atlanta address on Christmas Eve.
19-year-old killed in Flint River Road shooting Tuesday night
Police are investigating a shooting in the 600 block of Flint River Road in Jonesboro.
Police are investigating a shooting in the 600 block of Flint River Road in Jonesboro.