Airport suspect packed explosive device for flight, caught with cryptic message on phone: feds

A California man is facing federal charges after authorities say he attempted to pass through security at Sacramento International Airport with an explosive device in his carry-on luggage while preparing to board a flight to North Carolina.

America 250: How the US has changed over the last 250 years

From life expectancy to education to income to style and technology, here’s a look at how much the United States has changed over the last 250 years – and it’s significant.

Water begins flowing into Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool after renovations

Water began flowing back into the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool on Thursday following weeks of renovations to coat its massive granite basin.

Brian Hooker may have left US, friend claims — but former prosecutor says feds likely have him in crosshairs

A team from Florida's Broward County was in the Bahamas near where Lynette Hooker was last seen before she disappeared, as U.S. investigators reignite the search for the missing American.

Georgia grocery costs rank 11th highest in U.S.

Georgia households spend an average of $8,960 a year on groceries, the 11th-highest total in the nation.

Trump signs order affecting job protections for 8,000 federal employees

As part of a broader overhaul to the federal workforce, on Wednesday, President Trump signed an executive order to make it easier to terminate thousands of government workers. 

Puppy sale turns violent in Atlanta robbery, shooting

A woman and her child narrowly escaped injury after a puppy sale turned violent in northwest Atlanta, according to police.

Two sisters wounded in southwest Atlanta shooting, 4 arrested

Atlanta police are investigating an early morning shooting that left two women injured at a southwest Atlanta apartment complex.

Kemp rejects calls for Centegix investigation by Democrats

Gov. Brian Kemp's office is dismissing Democratic lawmakers' calls for an investigation into school safety contractor Centegix.

Warrant details teacher's alleged relationship with Roswell student

A newly released warrant alleges a former Roswell High School employee engaged in a secret relationship with a 16-year-old student over several months.

USDA confirms first US case of flesh-eating screwworm in Texas, triggering quarantines

Federal agricultural officials on Wednesday confirmed the first U.S. case of the destructive New World screwworm in a Texas calf, triggering emergency quarantine measures and sparking a sharp political clash over the adequacy of the government's response.

Man hospitalized after Thursday morning shooting in DeKalb

A man was hospitalized after being shot early Thursday morning in DeKalb County, according to investigators.

MARTA reassures riders after deadly stabbing

MARTA leaders are reassuring riders that safety remains a top priority as Atlanta prepares to host FIFA World Cup matches later this month.

Multiple shootings reported across Atlanta overnight

Atlanta police investigated multiple shootings across the city overnight, including an apartment complex shooting that resulted in three arrests and two other incidents involving women.

Fulton County election: Pitts and Ivory clash at Atlanta forum

Incumbent Robb Pitts and challenger Mo Ivory clashed at a southwest Atlanta campaign forum ahead of the June 16 Democratic runoff.

World Cup: Atlanta readiness questioned by local coalition

Atlanta World Cup readiness is facing heavy scrutiny from local advocacy coalitions as massive construction and infrastructure projects continue.

Over 35 lawmakers demand probe into Kemp and Dooley contracts

More than 35 Democratic state legislators are demanding that Gov. Brian Kemp launch an independent investigation into school safety contractor Centegix.

Gallery: Latest fountain of lava breaks record at Hawaiian volcano

When lava shot into the air at Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano, the fountaining set a new record for the volcano which has been erupting for more than a year.