3 injured after fight sparks gunfire in northwest Atlanta

Three people are recovering after an argument escalated into gunfire early Sunday morning in northwest Atlanta, according to police.

Missouri mother of 5 killed while buying slushies with children, police say

A Missouri mother of five was fatally shot while buying slushies with two of her young children after gunfire erupted outside a BP gas station.

1 dead in Lake Sinclair drowning; others injured in Lake Lanier boat crashes

Georgia game wardens have handled a series of boat crashes, severe injuries and fatal water incidents across the state during the Fourth of July holiday weekend.

Stone Mountain Park at capacity for Fantastic Fourth Celebration

Massive holiday crowds completely filled Stone Mountain Park on the Fourth of July, prompting park officials to close the gates and shut off all vehicle traffic.

1 dead, 1 injured in shooting after Gainesville concert

A Friday night shooting after a downtown holiday concert in Gainesville left one man dead and another person hospitalized.

'Star Spangled Snellville' draws packed crowd for fireworks

Community members gathered at Snellville's Towne Green to celebrate America's 250th birthday at the annual "Star Spangled Snellville" event. 

150 new US citizens sworn in during special 4th of July ceremony at Mount Vernon

One hundred fifty people from 50 nations gathered Saturday at the home of the United States’ first president to celebrate not only the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding but also their first day as American citizens. 

5 protesters arrested during Atlanta's Peachtree Road Race

A group of demonstrators protested on the Peachtree Road Race route Saturday morning, leading to multiple arrests by Atlanta police.

Severe storms trigger flash flood warning across metro Atlanta counties

Metro Atlanta is bracing for a sweltering Independence Day weekend as a massive wave of summer heat collides with a packed lineup of July 4th holiday celebrations.

Firefighters battle flames at Roswell home on Friday night

Firefighters launched an aggressive attack against a house fire that erupted during a Friday summer storm in Roswell.

Nathan's hot dog eating contest champs Chestnut, Sudo win again in 2026

The Nathan’s hot dog eating champions retained their crowns Saturday as both Joey Chestnut and Miki Sudo continued their impressive, digestive runs at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest. 

Police investigate SW Atlanta shooting that left 2 men injured

Two men were taken to a nearby hospital after being shot in the legs in southwest Atlanta early Saturday morning.

Red, white, and blue: How to properly display and honor the American flag for the 4th of July

As the U.S. prepares to celebrate 250 years of Independence on July 4, American flags will be flying prominently throughout the country.  Here is the proper way to display Old Glory. 

Red, white, and blue: How to properly display and honor the American flag

As the U.S. prepares to celebrate Flag Day on June 14 and 250 years of Independence on July 4, American flags will be flying prominently throughout the country.  Here is the proper way to display Old Glory. 

4th of July deals and freebies

Many restaurant chains and food establishments are offering special discounts and freebies on July 4 in an effort to sweeten the holiday.

July 4th: What's open and closed

Most major retail chains and restaurants nationwide will remain open on Independence Day, but be ready for select closures and modified holiday hours.

'My heart stopped': Gwinnett County man survives dog attack 

A Gwinnett County man says he is still recovering physically and emotionally after a dog attacked him while he was walking his dog in a Duluth neighborhood last month.