Social Circle detention facility: Feds drop plans for ICE center

The Department of Homeland Security reportedly dropped its plans to build a federal immigration detention center in Social Circle after an intense advocacy campaign by local residents and elected officials.

President Trump awards Medal of Honor to two Marines, one posthumously, and an Army soldier

President Donald Trump awarded the Medal of Honor at a White House ceremony Thursday to Major James Capers, Jr., U.S. Marine Corps (Retired), Colonel John W. Ripley, U.S. Marine Corps (Posthumous), and Major Nicholas Dockery, U.S. Army (Retired).

Banned QR codes force emergency Georgia voting system replacement

Georgia lawmakers returned to the State Capitol for a high-stakes special legislative session this week to establish a new electronic voting system before a critical summer deadline expires.

18-year-old killed over vape purchase in Paulding County, police say

18-year-old Sir Ethan-Dupree Jones died on Wednesday evening after an interaction over a vape purchase turned into a fatal shooting, according to the Paulding County Sheriff's Office.

Cartersville police seize cash, weapons during drug crackdown

Cartersville police are launching a major crackdown on drug activity after making multiple arrests over the past couple of weeks.

‘The Grinch’ sequel in the works with Jim Carrey returning: Reports

Reports say a sequel to the beloved 2000 holiday hit "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" is in development, with Jim Carrey potentially returning as the iconic Grinch and Ron Howard set to direct.

7 arrested in Atlanta street racing crackdown; 2 cars impounded

Atlanta police teamed up with state troopers and airborne units last Sunday to arrest seven suspects during a targeted crackdown on illegal street racing in southwest Atlanta.

Man accused of cyberstalking Georgia college student

A New York man appeared in court on June 10 to face a federal cyberstalking charge after authorities accused him of executing a relentless digital harassment campaign against a Georgia college student.

SFPD audit shows Flock cameras accessed on behalf of federal, out-of-state agencies

San Francisco’s Flock Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) network has been queried on behalf of out-of-state and federal agencies, validating fears that many privacy advocates have had about the program.

Fort Stewart soldier convicted in 2024 shooting rampage

A military judge found Fort Stewart Sgt. Quornelius Radford guilty of attempted murder in a shooting that wounded five people last summer.

World Cup Atlanta: Charm bracelets, souvenir cups, wings and Squishems

Fans attending World Cup matches in Atlanta are snapping up collectible souvenirs, including country-themed charm bracelets and match-specific cups.

White House UFC Freedom 250 attack plot: Alleged ringleader was in US illegally, DHS says

Federal officials say Abraham Hermosillo Alvarez, identified in court documents as the alleged ringleader of a plot to attack the White House UFC event this past weekend, was in the country illegally after overstaying a visa, according to information from Fox News Digital.

DeKalb renews plea for help in unsolved nightclub murder

DeKalb County police are renewing efforts to solve the 2024 murder of Xavia McClary, releasing images of three people who may have information about the deadly shooting.

'Elf' actor Faizon Love arrested in Hillsborough County: Records

Actor Faizon Love is locked up in Florida after local authorities arrested him this week on an outstanding warrant, according to jail records.

Atlanta police internal investigation: Officers on camera kicking man

The Atlanta Police Department is investigating an officer-involved incident after a video posted on social media raised questions about officers' actions during an encounter with a man.

Watch live: New York Knicks NBA championship parade

New York City is celebrating the New York Knicks 2026 NBA championship with a parade starting at 10 a.m. 

Atlanta MARTA probe: MARTA defends safety record in letter

MARTA is defending its safety record as federal officials investigate recent violent incidents on the transit system.