2 arrested after gun fired on Stephens County High School campus

Stephens County High School was placed on lockdown Tuesday night after a gun was discharged in the school parking lot.

Surveyor finds skeletal remains in woods near Perimeter Center Parkway

An investigation is underway after skeletal remains were discovered in the woods near Perimeter Center Parkway on Wednesday afternoon, police said.

James Van Der Beek dies following battle with colon cancer

James Van Der Beek, a television star known for “Dawson’s Creek" and “Varsity Blues," has died at 48 following health struggles.

Nancy Guthrie: Person of interest released as search for suspect continues

Authorities say a person of interest was released after being detained for questioning in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie. The individual was detained by deputies during a traffic stop south of Tucson.

Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | Feb. 13-15, 2026

Looking for plans this week? From Broadway-caliber performances and major concerts to family festivals, comedy shows and community runs, metro Atlanta is packed with ways to get out and have some fun.

Tow truck driver hurt by DUI crash on Downtown Connector

A tow truck driver was seriously injured early Wednesday after being struck by an allegedly intoxicated driver while clearing a crash on the Downtown Connector, authorities said.

Man who shot, killed man at Norcross hotel sentenced to life

An Alpharetta man has pleaded guilty to murder in the 2021 shooting death of a stranger at a Norcross hotel and will spend the rest of his life in prison, prosecutors said.

Mother killed, 2-year-old injured in Bibb County shooting

A Macon man has been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred Tuesday night outside a residence on Fulton Street, authorities said.

Flowery Branch man arrested for murder of brother

A Flowery Branch man has been charged with murder in the shooting death of his brother at the home they shared with their parents, authorities said.

Texas DPS warns about fake El Paso road closure memo

The Texas Department of Public Safety issued an urgent warning Wednesday regarding a fraudulent memo circulating online that falsely claims major highways in the El Paso area will be closed for 10 days.

Surprise ban on puberty blockers passed by Georgia Senate

Georgia Senate Republicans added two last-minute amendments to House Bill 54, a measure originally aimed at increasing access to home health care services.

January jobs report shows US added 130K jobs exceeding economists expectations

The Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) jobs report released Wednesday shows U.S. employers added 130,000 jobs in January, above the expectations of economists.

El Paso flights resume; Trump official says cartel drones breached airspace

Temporary flight restrictions to El Paso International Airport have been lifted by the Federal Aviation Administration and all flights will resume as normal.