Man, 13-year-old killed in DeKalb drive-by shooting; teen arrested

A teen suspect faces 17 felony charges after being arrested Tuesday in DeKalb County following a July 2 shooting that killed two people, including a 13-year-old.

Hot car death: Defense attorney asks judge to drop Gwinnett murder charge

A Gwinnett County mother charged with second-degree murder in her 1-year-old son's hot car death had her case moved to Superior Court Tuesday.

Suspect dies after McDonald's threat led to Bartow deputy shooting

A Bartow County deputy fired their weapon Tuesday morning after a person allegedly pulled a gun on an employee at a McDonald's on Joe Frank Harris Parkway SE.

Human skull found in East Point triggers police investigation

Human remains were discovered in East Point on Tuesday, prompting search and rescue teams to deploy cadaver dogs to the scene.

FBI and NCAA team up to fight sexual exploitation

The FBI is teaming up with the NCAA to start a program to combat sexual exploitation of college athletes. Here's what to know.

FBI Most Wanted 'fraudster' found in Jamaica, charged in US $32M COVID relief scheme: DOJ

A South Florida woman on the FBI's list of “Most Wanted Fraudsters" for her alleged role in a $32 million scheme tied to COVID-19 funds was arrested in Jamaica and brought back to the United States.

Nicholson man charged with child molestation

Commerce police arrested a Nicholson man last Thursday on multiple felony charges following an investigation into allegations involving a juvenile.

Arrest made after threats reported at 2 Rockdale high schools

Rockdale County Sheriff's Office deputies arrested a suspect tied to a phone threat against a local high school.

Scooter rider critically injured in crash on Powder Springs Road

A scooter rider suffered life-threatening injuries Monday night after being struck by two cars while crossing Powder Springs Road outside a crosswalk west of Hammond Woods Circle, according to police.

85-year-old woman injured in southeast Atlanta double shooting

A Monday afternoon shooting near Browns Mill Road SE and Lindsey Drive SE left an 84-year-old bystander and a 21-year-old man injured, according to Atlanta police.

Man dies after losing control of truck on Ernest Barrett Parkway

A Marietta man has died days after losing control of his pickup truck and crashing into a tanker truck on Ernest Barrett Parkway, authorities said.

These are the best community colleges in the US for 2026, data says

Community college can offer a more affordable route to a degree — but some schools stand out among others. See which community colleges ranked highest in a new analysis.

Atlanta Technical College begins historic $30M expansion

Atlanta Technical College has broken ground on a nearly $30 million renovation and expansion of the Henry Louis "Hank" Aaron Academic Complex.

Unauthorized Wi-Fi network found on Delta flight after DEF CON

An unauthorized Wi-Fi network appeared aboard Delta Flight 591 from Las Vegas to Atlanta on Aug. 10, prompting the crew to temporarily disable the aircraft's Wi-Fi.

14-year-old girl missing in Rome area found safe

Rome Police Department has reported that 14-year-old Alana Phillips has been located.