Former mob enforcer turned NJ councilman 1 of 2 arrested in extortion case
New Jersey officials arrested two men this week, including a former mob associate turned local councilman, in connection with an extortion investigation.
New Jersey officials arrested two men this week, including a former mob associate turned local councilman, in connection with an extortion investigation.
Michigan woman jailed after major hotel drug bust in Clayton County
A Michigan woman is facing drug charges after Clayton County deputies found her with a massive stash of illegal narcotics at a local hotel.
A Michigan woman is facing drug charges after Clayton County deputies found her with a massive stash of illegal narcotics at a local hotel.
3 Grand Canyon deaths blamed on the heat as 100+ degree days continue
Temperatures are expected to reach triple digits again this week at the Grand Canyon, which has seen an increasing number of heat-related incidents, including the deaths of three hikers.
Temperatures are expected to reach triple digits again this week at the Grand Canyon, which has seen an increasing number of heat-related incidents, including the deaths of three hikers.
Annual Juneteenth Freedom Day Parade marches through Atlanta
The historic Sweet Auburn district hosted Atlanta's 12th annual Juneteenth Freedom Day Parade on Saturday morning.
The historic Sweet Auburn district hosted Atlanta's 12th annual Juneteenth Freedom Day Parade on Saturday morning.
PHOTOS: USA vs. Australia FIFA Fan Fest in Atlanta
Futbol fans packed the FIFA Fan Fest in downtown Atlanta on June 19, 2026 to watch Team U.S.A. secure a thrilling 2-0 victory over Australia in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Check out our favorite moments.
Futbol fans packed the FIFA Fan Fest in downtown Atlanta on June 19, 2026 to watch Team U.S.A. secure a thrilling 2-0 victory over Australia in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Check out our favorite moments.
Summer solstice 2026: When is it and what to know
The first day of summer arrives this weekend. June 21 marks the first day of the summer solstice in the Northern Hemisphere this year, according to the Farmer’s Almanac.
The first day of summer arrives this weekend. June 21 marks the first day of the summer solstice in the Northern Hemisphere this year, according to the Farmer’s Almanac.
Tree falls on truck in Putnam County: 2 dead, 2 injured
Two people were killed after a large oak tree fell onto a pickup truck in Putnam County early Friday morning.
Two people were killed after a large oak tree fell onto a pickup truck in Putnam County early Friday morning.
Dalton 5-year-old on life support in Atlanta after heart surgery
The parents of a 5-year-old North Georgia boy are asking for prayers and support as their son remains in critical condition following his third open-heart surgery.
The parents of a 5-year-old North Georgia boy are asking for prayers and support as their son remains in critical condition following his third open-heart surgery.
Atlanta Black history museum celebrates Juneteenth legacy
The APEX Museum in downtown Atlanta celebrated Juneteenth on Friday by honoring the historical legacy of freedom and showcasing the birthplace of a global communication effort.
The APEX Museum in downtown Atlanta celebrated Juneteenth on Friday by honoring the historical legacy of freedom and showcasing the birthplace of a global communication effort.
Man arrested after firing gun inside Newnan Dunkin' restroom
A barricaded gunman who fired a weapon at officers through a restroom wall was safely captured after a massive law enforcement response at a Newnan Dunkin', authorities said Friday.
A barricaded gunman who fired a weapon at officers through a restroom wall was safely captured after a massive law enforcement response at a Newnan Dunkin', authorities said Friday.
Federal officials nix plans for 10,000 detainee center in Georgia
Plans to build a massive federal immigration detention center in Social Circle have been canceled following months of intense community opposition and a local lawsuit, officials said Friday.
Plans to build a massive federal immigration detention center in Social Circle have been canceled following months of intense community opposition and a local lawsuit, officials said Friday.
2 women accused of drugging man, stealing luxury watches in Atlanta
Investigators are searching for two women accused of drugging a man inside a Buckhead home and stealing a luxury watch collection worth tens of thousands of dollars.
Investigators are searching for two women accused of drugging a man inside a Buckhead home and stealing a luxury watch collection worth tens of thousands of dollars.
Proposed bill could eliminate primary property taxes in 100 counties
Georgia lawmakers are fast-tracking a controversial tax swap proposal that could drastically alter homeowner obligations by reducing property tax bills in exchange for a slight increase in local sales taxes.
Georgia lawmakers are fast-tracking a controversial tax swap proposal that could drastically alter homeowner obligations by reducing property tax bills in exchange for a slight increase in local sales taxes.
Fry Pie Factory recalls pepperoni rolls for undeclared milk allergen
Fry Pie Factory's pepperoni rolls are being recalled over an undeclared allergen and concerns about improper storage. Here's what to know.
Fry Pie Factory's pepperoni rolls are being recalled over an undeclared allergen and concerns about improper storage. Here's what to know.
Team USA: Soccer fans flood downtown Atlanta after shutout victory
Thousands of ecstatic soccer fans flooded Centennial Olympic Park Friday afternoon as Team USA claimed a historic victory to advance to the tournament's knockout rounds.
Thousands of ecstatic soccer fans flooded Centennial Olympic Park Friday afternoon as Team USA claimed a historic victory to advance to the tournament's knockout rounds.
Why an Atlanta group is paying jail bonds for dads this weekend
A local non-profit organization is stepping in to free non-violent offenders from the Atlanta City Jail this Father's Day weekend to reunite them with their families.
A local non-profit organization is stepping in to free non-violent offenders from the Atlanta City Jail this Father's Day weekend to reunite them with their families.
Atlanta HBCU Alliance to award $12K in grants at annual 5K
The Atlanta HBCU Alumni Alliance is set to award up to $12,000 in scholarship book grants to Metro Atlanta students attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities this fall.
The Atlanta HBCU Alumni Alliance is set to award up to $12,000 in scholarship book grants to Metro Atlanta students attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities this fall.
Marietta man pleads guilty to child molestation in Cherokee County
A Marietta man who was known to his victim's family as "Uncle J" was sentenced to prison Monday after pleading guilty to child molestation charges, officials said.
A Marietta man who was known to his victim's family as "Uncle J" was sentenced to prison Monday after pleading guilty to child molestation charges, officials said.
World Cup Atlanta: Fan Festival gates reopen after brief closure
A capacity crowd forced officials to temporarily shut the gates at Centennial Olympic Park Friday afternoon just hours after the fan festival reopened from severe weather disruptions. However, the gates have since reopened.
A capacity crowd forced officials to temporarily shut the gates at Centennial Olympic Park Friday afternoon just hours after the fan festival reopened from severe weather disruptions. However, the gates have since reopened.
Atlanta man arrested after assault at Monroe assisted living home
Monroe County deputies arrested a 39-year-old Atlanta man Friday morning after he allegedly broke into an assisted living home, assaulted an employee and stole computer equipment, according to the sheriff's office.
Monroe County deputies arrested a 39-year-old Atlanta man Friday morning after he allegedly broke into an assisted living home, assaulted an employee and stole computer equipment, according to the sheriff's office.