Atlanta Public Schools approves plan to close or repurpose 16 schools
APS approved a districtwide plan to close or repurpose 16 schools starting in 2027 during Wednesday night's meeting.
APS approved a districtwide plan to close or repurpose 16 schools starting in 2027 during Wednesday night's meeting.
Chauvin files for new trial over conviction in George Floyd's murder
Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer convicted of second-degree unintentional murder for the death of George Floyd, has filed an appeal asking for a new trial.
Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer convicted of second-degree unintentional murder for the death of George Floyd, has filed an appeal asking for a new trial.
Blackberry shipments hid nearly 1,600 pounds of meth, two convicted criminals charged
Nearly 1,600 pounds of cartel-linked meth hidden in blackberry shipments were seized in Georgia, leading to federal charges against two convicted felons.
Nearly 1,600 pounds of cartel-linked meth hidden in blackberry shipments were seized in Georgia, leading to federal charges against two convicted felons.
Metro Atlanta rents surge as wages lag, forcing families to keep moving
Metro Atlanta rents have soared far faster than wages over the past decade, forcing families like Emerald Fox’s to keep moving as the ARC pushes for more affordable housing development.
Metro Atlanta rents have soared far faster than wages over the past decade, forcing families like Emerald Fox’s to keep moving as the ARC pushes for more affordable housing development.
FDA: Recalled baby formula that sickened 39 babies with infant botulism is still on some store shelves
The FDA says some ByHeart products are still being found on shelves at stores including Walmart, Target and Kroger despite the ongoing recall. Here’s what we know.
The FDA says some ByHeart products are still being found on shelves at stores including Walmart, Target and Kroger despite the ongoing recall. Here’s what we know.
Third DeKalb family alleges sexual assault on school bus
A third DeKalb County family has come forward to claim their 9-year-old autistic daughter was sexually assaulted while riding her school bus.
A third DeKalb County family has come forward to claim their 9-year-old autistic daughter was sexually assaulted while riding her school bus.
Haralson County man gets life without parole for rape and child molestation
A Haralson County man will spend the rest of his life behind bars for rape and child molestation.
A Haralson County man will spend the rest of his life behind bars for rape and child molestation.
Execution date set for convicted killer Stacey Humphreys
Georgia has set a Dec. 17 execution date for Stacey Ian Humphreys, convicted in the 2003 kidnapping and killing of two Cobb County real estate agents.
Georgia has set a Dec. 17 execution date for Stacey Ian Humphreys, convicted in the 2003 kidnapping and killing of two Cobb County real estate agents.
Gainesville man charged with elder abuse and neglect
A Gainesville man is charged with felony elder neglect after police say a 71-year-old family member suffered severe burns and injuries due to lack of care.
A Gainesville man is charged with felony elder neglect after police say a 71-year-old family member suffered severe burns and injuries due to lack of care.
Investigation into Rockdale County inmate escape underway
Rockdale County Sheriff Eric Levett says the investigation into escaped inmate Timothy Shane has intensified after Shane was found in an abandoned home three days after fleeing Grady Memorial Hospital.
Rockdale County Sheriff Eric Levett says the investigation into escaped inmate Timothy Shane has intensified after Shane was found in an abandoned home three days after fleeing Grady Memorial Hospital.
These are the most fun cities in America in 2025, data reveals
New data ranked the most fun U.S. cities in 2025 that offering diverse, affordable entertainment across 65 metrics.
New data ranked the most fun U.S. cities in 2025 that offering diverse, affordable entertainment across 65 metrics.
Milledgeville daycare closed after owner arrested for alleged molestation
Georgia’s Department of Early Care and Learning revoked the license of a Milledgeville day care after the 78-year-old owner was arrested on child molestation charges.
Georgia’s Department of Early Care and Learning revoked the license of a Milledgeville day care after the 78-year-old owner was arrested on child molestation charges.
DNA solves 1987 murder of Colorado woman, linking case to serial killer
Colorado investigators say they have solved the 1987 killing of Rhonda Marie Fisher after newly analyzed DNA linked her death to a serial murderer.
Colorado investigators say they have solved the 1987 killing of Rhonda Marie Fisher after newly analyzed DNA linked her death to a serial murderer.
DeKalb woman who claimed accidental shooting of husband pleads guilty
A DeKalb County woman has pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter and weapons violations in the 2022 shooting death of her husband, the district attorney announced.
A DeKalb County woman has pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter and weapons violations in the 2022 shooting death of her husband, the district attorney announced.
ICE operations reported at south Minneapolis restaurant
A manager at a south Minneapolis restaurant tells FOX 9 that ICE was there Tuesday and Wednesday, but staff stood up to the federal agents, and they left without detaining anyone.
A manager at a south Minneapolis restaurant tells FOX 9 that ICE was there Tuesday and Wednesday, but staff stood up to the federal agents, and they left without detaining anyone.
Several people arrested after alleged underage sexual assault in Paulding
Investigators say an underage girl was sexually assaulted during a house party where minors had been drinking.
Investigators say an underage girl was sexually assaulted during a house party where minors had been drinking.
Woman killed in Bartow County Thanksgiving fire
Officials say one person died in a Thanksgiving Day house fire in Bartow County; the State Fire Marshal is investigating the cause.
Officials say one person died in a Thanksgiving Day house fire in Bartow County; the State Fire Marshal is investigating the cause.
President Trump pardons Texas Democrat Rep. Cuellar for federal charges
Texas Democratic Rep. Henry Cuellar and his wife have been pardoned for federal bribery and conspiracy charges by President Donald Trump.
Texas Democratic Rep. Henry Cuellar and his wife have been pardoned for federal bribery and conspiracy charges by President Donald Trump.
'88 & Still Working': Viral GoFundMe helping Michigan vet retire
The Army veteran would have retired a long time ago, but for the past 13 years, life has not gone according to plan. His story was the substance of a viral video that took flight online this week - raising over a million dollars.
The Army veteran would have retired a long time ago, but for the past 13 years, life has not gone according to plan. His story was the substance of a viral video that took flight online this week - raising over a million dollars.
Fulton County voters select several new leaders in runoff election
Voters chose new mayors in East Point, Roswell and South Fulton, while Sandy Springs’ incumbent mayor retained his seat.
Voters chose new mayors in East Point, Roswell and South Fulton, while Sandy Springs’ incumbent mayor retained his seat.