Theme park ride breakdowns have lawmakers ready to step in

An Ohio lawmaker introduced a bill requiring Cedar Point and Kings Island to provide real-time ride status updates after a string of breakdowns left passengers stranded.

Woman's smiling mugshot goes viral after alleged $12K car vandalism spree against ex

The smiling mugshot of a Kentucky woman who claimed she was "stressed out" when she allegedly caused five-figures in damage to her ex-boyfriend's car has gone viral.

Committee on eliminating Georgia's income tax holding 1st meeting

A group of Georgia senators looking to eliminate the state income tax held its first meeting to start working on their proposal.

Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens files re-election paperwork at City Hall

Mayor Andre Dickens officially launched his bid for a second term Tuesday, filing re-election paperwork at City Hall while flanked by enthusiastic supporters, his mother and his sister.

Sarah Grace Patrick: No bond, judge believes teen could be flight risk

A bond hearing was held for a Carroll County 17-year-old accused of murdering her mother and stepfather at their home earlier this year.

Firefighter injured, residents displaced by Gwinnett apartment complex fire

Gwinnett County firefighters responded to a large fire at an apartment complex on Club Lakes Parkway near Sweetwater Creek in Gwinnett County.

Clayton police officer shoots, kills 'aggressive' dog

The Clayton County Police Department said an officer’s actions are under review after they shot and killed a dog Thursday evening.

Henry County Schools respond after mock 'funeral' pep rally draws outrage

Henry County Schools issued a video message emphasizing safety and sportsmanship after a viral Stockbridge High pep rally featured a mock “funeral" for rival Dutchtown High.

Atlanta council selects Edgewood task force members

Atlanta City Council has appointed nine members to a new Edgewood Corridor Public Safety Task Force.

Florida man used cameras to target sprinklers at disabled kids headed to school, deputies say

A 61-year-old Marion County man has been arrested on multiple charges after deputies say he harassed and assaulted his disabled neighbors for months using his sprinkler system and surveillance cameras.

Mike Collins launches Senate run to challenge Ossoff in 2026

Rep. Mike Collins officially kicks off his U.S. Senate bid Tuesday in Jackson, aiming to challenge Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff in 2026.

Lori Vallow Daybell extradited back to Idaho following Arizona convictions

Lori Vallow Daybell was extradited from Estrella Jail in Phoenix, out of Maricopa County Sheriff's Office's custody, and taken to the Pocatello Women's Correctional Center in Idaho.

10 children rescued from Nebraska human trafficking ring, ICE says

ICE officials reported finding the victims in dirty motel rooms in the Nebraska area and they arrested multiple people linked to the human trafficking ring.

Powerball grows to $643M

The Powerball jackpot is rapidly growing, and could grow into one of the largest jackpots in history if a winner doesn’t emerge in the next drawing or two.

Hurricane Erin moves closer to US

Hurricane Erin rapidly intensified last week, going from a Category 1 hurricane to a Category 5 hurricane with winds of 160 mph in a matter of hours.