Teen shot at Old Fourth Ward skate park

A 19-year-old man was shot in the right hand and hospitalized; he was found alert, conscious, and breathing.

Paulding County deputy charged, fired for domestic dispute, sheriff says

Scott McAdam, a Paulding County deputy, was charged with reckless conduct, battery, and cruelty to children in the second degree, leading to his termination.

Jimmy Hoffa mystery: 50 years after his disappearance

Jimmy Hoffa was a powerful man in Detroit and nationwide -- he sparred with John and Robert Kennedy while leading millions as part of the Teamsters union.

Carrollton HOA treasurer allegedly embezzles money

Carrollton Police said officers arrested Jay Marshall Cain on charges of theft by conversion and forgery in the second degree for allegedly misappropriating funds.

South Fulton City Council votes to change HR policy, place police chief on leave

The South Fulton City Council voted to amend the employee handbook, resulting in the police chief, Keith Meadows, being placed on paid administrative leave.

'Dog days of summer' peaks this week: Intense heat and superstition

The term "dog days of summer" originates from the star Sirius in the Canis Major constellation, historically believed to contribute to the hottest stretch of the year.

National Hurricane Center watching disturbance in Gulf

The system near the southeastern U.S. coast is producing disorganized showers and thunderstorms, with low chances of tropical development.

DeKalb County investing $8M into housing project for families

DeKalb County CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson is announcing the launch of a housing project for families currently living in extended-stay motels.

Woman mauled by bear while hiking on popular Alaska trail

A woman had to be rescued from a popular hiking trail in Anchorage, Alaska after being attacked by a brown bear this week.

Henry County hosts inaugural academy for its own officers

The Henry County Police Department began training 15 recruits in its first in-house training academy this July.

Clayton County gas station accused of selling watered-down gas

A gas station located along a heavily trafficked stretch of Highway 42 in Clayton County is under scrutiny by state officials after investigators discovered contaminated fuel, even after they ordered the station to stop pumping premium and mid-grade gas.

Atlanta council member calls for increased cyclist safety after bike crash

The crash involving Councilman Jason Dozier and his daughter highlights the need for improved cyclist safety and protected cycling infrastructure in Atlanta.

Oakland man caught after $1 million Sacramento jewelry store heist

The smash-and-grab robbery happened around 1:15 p.m. on July 6 at a jewelry store near Stockton Boulevard and Orange Avenue in south Sacramento, according to the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office.