Trump suspends green card lottery program following Brown University, MIT shootings

President Donald Trump has suspended the green card lottery program that allowed the suspect in the Brown University and MIT shootings to come to the United States. Here’s what we know.

Trump gives fed workers off on Christmas Eve, December 26

On Thursday, President Donald Trump signed an executive order to give federal workers off on December 24 and December 26 this year, creating a five-day holiday break. 

Thousands of Fort Benning soldiers traveling home for holidays

Thousands of Army trainees from Fort Benning are heading home for the holidays as part of a long-standing military tradition that temporarily pauses training to allow soldiers time with family.

Georgia man convicted on 69 counts in dog fighting case

A shed on the property held a large amount of dog fighting equipment such as veterinary drugs and devices; anabolic horse steroids; a “breeding stand" used to forcibly breed dogs; training and execution items; and paper pedigrees documenting the fighting history of the dogs.

Cobb leaders prepare for soccer fans ahead of World Cup matches in Atlanta

With World Cup matches being played at Mercedes-Benz stadium in Atlanta, and some of the teams training in Cobb County., county leaders are preparing on multiple fronts.

Video shows officer Tasing student on Fulton County school bus

Video shows a Fulton County Schools police officer using a Taser on a student during an incident on a school bus.

Shaq spreads holiday cheer to students at DeKalb School of the Arts

Students at DeKalb School of the Arts received a special visit from Shaq-A-Claus, who spread some holiday cheer with gifts for everyone.

Local foundation donates dozens of gifts to needy students for holidays

The Brenda Smith Clay Foundation donates dozens of gifts to needy students at Crawford Long Middle School. 90 needy students were identified and then adopted by the foundation. The students were allowed to write at least three gifts on their Christmas lists.

Father of accused Apalachee HS mass shooter in court for motions hearing

The father of the teen accused in the Apalachee High School shooting is scheduled to appear in Barrow County court Thursday morning for a final motions hearing as his criminal case moves closer to trial.

Justice Department sues Georgia over voter registration roll

The U.S. Justice Department Civil Rights Division announced on Thursday it has filed federal lawsuits against Georgia, two other states and the District of Columbia for failure to produce their full voter registration lists upon request.

Greg Biffle’s wife, kids among those killed in plane crash: ‘We are devastated’

A business jet crashed at a regional airport in North Carolina, erupting in a large fire and killing multiple people, including NASCAR driver Greg Biffle and his family. Here’s what we know.

Decatur man arrested on child molestation charges

Adam Steele Ford, 34, of Decatur is charged with two counts of aggravated child molestation stemming from incidents that allegedly occurred between July and August 2025.

Greg Biffle and family killed in North Carolina plane crash

Retired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle, his wife Cristina, their son Ryder, and Greg's daughter Emma were killed when their jet crashed Thursday while landing at the Statesville Regional Airport. Others on the plane were also killed.

Tennessee governor pardons Jelly Roll for his criminal past

Tennessee’s governor has pardoned country music star Jelly Roll, a Nashville native who for years has spoken about his criminal record and path to finding redemption.