Georgia EBT users urged to secure accounts after cyberattack
On Monday, July 28, a Department of Human Services-contracted phone system was hit by a cyberattack, which caused the phone service to go down, according to DHS.
On Monday, July 28, a Department of Human Services-contracted phone system was hit by a cyberattack, which caused the phone service to go down, according to DHS.
Atlanta City Council races against time to fill district 2 seat
Interested candidates must meet specific requirements and submit applications by August 27.
Interested candidates must meet specific requirements and submit applications by August 27.
Athens man pleads guilty to sexually exploiting a child online
An Athens man faces 30 years in prison after pleading guilty to sexually exploiting a child by sending explicit messages about abusing a young girl, according to federal prosecutors.
An Athens man faces 30 years in prison after pleading guilty to sexually exploiting a child by sending explicit messages about abusing a young girl, according to federal prosecutors.
Sweet Auburn mass shooting: Atlanta City Council creates task force to tackle violence
Mayor Andre Dickens announced immediate and long-term safety measures for Edgewood Avenue.
Mayor Andre Dickens announced immediate and long-term safety measures for Edgewood Avenue.
New Fayette County golf cart tunnel offers safe path to school
A new, $4 million, golf cart tunnel opened in Fayette County so students can get to school without fighting traffic on a busy street.
A new, $4 million, golf cart tunnel opened in Fayette County so students can get to school without fighting traffic on a busy street.
DeKalb County DA distributes free gun safes after tragic child shooting
Less than two weeks after investigators say a 5-year-old was shot and killed after his brother shot him, a renewed push for gun safety in DeKalb County.
Less than two weeks after investigators say a 5-year-old was shot and killed after his brother shot him, a renewed push for gun safety in DeKalb County.
Derek Dooley announces 2026 Georgia Senate bid against Ossoff
Derek Dooley, the former Tennessee football coach and son of legendary coach Vince Dooley, has announced he's running for the U.S. Senate in Georgia. He's already been endorsed by Brian Kemp.
Derek Dooley, the former Tennessee football coach and son of legendary coach Vince Dooley, has announced he's running for the U.S. Senate in Georgia. He's already been endorsed by Brian Kemp.
Lawmakers, mother demanding answers after Malachi Mitchell's death
The family of Malachi Mitchell, a 21-year-old shot and killed during a firearm sale in January, held a news conference with state lawmakers to demand answers and action.
The family of Malachi Mitchell, a 21-year-old shot and killed during a firearm sale in January, held a news conference with state lawmakers to demand answers and action.
2 drivers killed in July 25 crash in South Fulton identified
Two women identified as victims in a fatal July 25 crash on Fulton Industrial Boulevard: 76-year-old Nancy Veasey and 51-year-old Latisha MacWilliams.
Two women identified as victims in a fatal July 25 crash on Fulton Industrial Boulevard: 76-year-old Nancy Veasey and 51-year-old Latisha MacWilliams.
Baldwin police say no danger at Circle K, roads reopened
A suspicious package discovered at a Circle K convenience store in Baldwin temporarily closed roads in the area.
A suspicious package discovered at a Circle K convenience store in Baldwin temporarily closed roads in the area.
Man shot, killed Sunday night in DeKalb County townhome
A man was shot and killed late Sunday night inside a townhome on Whitehall Forest Court in DeKalb County.
A man was shot and killed late Sunday night inside a townhome on Whitehall Forest Court in DeKalb County.
Ceiling leak briefly closes checkpoint at Atlanta airport
A ceiling leak near Gate T11 at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport prompted a temporary closure of the Lower North Checkpoint earlier today, officials confirmed.
A ceiling leak near Gate T11 at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport prompted a temporary closure of the Lower North Checkpoint earlier today, officials confirmed.
Early voting for Senate District 21 in Georgia underway
Early voting is now open in Fulton County for the Senate District 21 special election, following Brandon Beach’s appointment as U.S. Treasurer.
Early voting is now open in Fulton County for the Senate District 21 special election, following Brandon Beach’s appointment as U.S. Treasurer.
GBI investigates 3rd death on Bell Mountain after missing man found
The GBI is investigating the death of 38-year-old Phat Tan Bui, a missing Norcross man found deceased inside his van at Bell Mountain in Towns County; foul play is not suspected.
The GBI is investigating the death of 38-year-old Phat Tan Bui, a missing Norcross man found deceased inside his van at Bell Mountain in Towns County; foul play is not suspected.
Today's air quality among worst globally in Midwest, Northeast
Smoke from ongoing Canadian wildfires has led to some of the worst air quality in the world across parts of the U.S.
Smoke from ongoing Canadian wildfires has led to some of the worst air quality in the world across parts of the U.S.
Atlanta Bites: What’s new, seasonal, and sizzling this month | August 2025
Atlanta’s dining calendar is packed this August with chef-driven events, seasonal celebrations, and new openings that promise to please every palate.
Atlanta’s dining calendar is packed this August with chef-driven events, seasonal celebrations, and new openings that promise to please every palate.
2 men killed last week crossing I-85 near Buford Connector identified
Traffic along Interstate 85 southbound near Georgia 400 was shut down for hours late Thursday night after a deadly crash involving two pedestrians, police said.
Traffic along Interstate 85 southbound near Georgia 400 was shut down for hours late Thursday night after a deadly crash involving two pedestrians, police said.
Cold-hearted crime: A/C tech accused of stealing rings in Forsyth County
An A/C technician in Forsyth County was arrested after allegedly stealing a woman’s diamond and gold wedding ring during a service call at her home.
An A/C technician in Forsyth County was arrested after allegedly stealing a woman’s diamond and gold wedding ring during a service call at her home.
Florida teen calls 911, admits to killing his parents, deputies say
A 14-year-old Florida boy was arrested after allegedly shooting and killing his parents in their Middleburg home.
A 14-year-old Florida boy was arrested after allegedly shooting and killing his parents in their Middleburg home.
1 dead, 1 injured in Saturday morning crash in Cobb County
A Marietta man, 29-year-old Cody Chitwood, was killed in a single-vehicle crash early Saturday morning on Blackwell Road in Cobb County.
A Marietta man, 29-year-old Cody Chitwood, was killed in a single-vehicle crash early Saturday morning on Blackwell Road in Cobb County.