Atlanta accepts Fulton County $68M offer for city detention center

Mayor Andre Dickens announced Tuesday that the City of Atlanta has accepted a $68 million offer from Fulton County to purchase the Atlanta City Detention Center.

NFL fans rejoice: The Super Bowl falls on Presidents Day weekend so many will have Monday off

The NFL season gets underway Wednesday and football fans are already looking ahead to the 2027 Super Bowl, which takes place on Sunday, Feb, 14 — Valentine’s Day — and it’s also Presidents Day weekend, so most people will have Monday off.

Gwinnett targets blighted commercial properties with tax penalty

Gwinnett County officials approved a blight tax ordinance Sept. 1 to penalize owners of neglected properties and encourage community redevelopment in Lawrenceville.

Tennessee murder suspect hospitalized after Georgia chase ends in crash

A Nashville murder suspect is in the hospital after leading Monroe County deputies on a chase in a stolen vehicle early Tuesday morning, according to the sheriff's office.

Cobb County attorney accused of soliciting sexual acts from client

A 77-year-old defense attorney faces sexual battery and pandering charges after allegedly soliciting sexual acts from a client in Cobb County, state officials announced Tuesday.

Victims identified in fatal Amazon cargo jet crash at Miami airport

Authorities in Miami identified the five people killed when an Amazon cargo plane overran a runway while landing at Miami International Airport on Sunday, crashing into vehicles and catching on fire.

Poll finds Americans fear domestic extremists more than foreign threats

A recent poll reveals most Americans now view domestic terrorism as a greater threat to the nation than attacks originating from outside the country.

Fake online bank pages exposed in multi-million dollar conspiracy

A Russian web developer was extradited to Atlanta to face federal fraud charges for running a massive bank account takeover scheme that stole millions from victims across the nation.

Bodies of 4 recovered after plane goes missing in Bahamas

Family members say the bodies of four people aboard a small plane that disappeared shortly after taking off from the Bahamas have been recovered.

America’s most popular beers by state: See the list

What’s America’s most-searched beer? It depends on where you live. New analysis of Google Trends data reveals which beers dominate across the country.

Six Flags saves ArieForce One after Fun Spot Atlanta closes

Six Flags has acquired ArieForce One, the massive roller coaster that operated at the now-closed Fun Spot America Atlanta in Fayetteville.

Hero who duct-taped violent Arizona realtor to plane seat speaks out after suspect fired from Tucson firm

"WHEN YOU'RE ON A PLANE ... YOU CAN'T RETREAT." The hero passenger who duct-taped a disorderly Arizona realtor to his seat breaks down the wild midair struggle that ended with the agent arrested — and fired.

Powerball ticket worth $50K sold in Calhoun during Monday drawing

Holiday weekend drawings delivered jackpot wins and massive cash prizes to Georgia Lottery players across the state.

9 BUI arrests, no boating deaths reported over Labor Day weekend

Georgia game wardens reported nine boating under the influence arrests, three boating incidents and one injury during the 2026 Labor Day holiday weekend.

Man found shot on Lancashire Circle in DeKalb County

A man suffered a life-threatening gunshot wound on Lancashire Circle in DeKalb County early Tuesday morning, according to police.

NYC releases thousands of 9/11 documents on Ground Zero air quality

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani is ordering the release of over 170,000 pages of long-hidden World Trade Center air quality reports and official records on 9/11.

Atlanta Dragon Con draws 75,000 attendees, raises $320K for charity

Dragon Con brought 75,000 pop culture fans to downtown Atlanta for its 40th anniversary celebration over Labor Day weekend.