Woman killed by brain-eating amoeba after cleaning sinuses with water in Texas: CDC

The report says she developed severe neurologic symptoms, including fever, headache, and altered mental status. She died eight days after her symptoms began.

Brookhaven police chief warns of rising juvenile crime as summer approaches

Brookhaven Police Chief Brandon Gurley issued a strong warning Wednesday about the rising wave of serious crimes being committed by juveniles following the arrest of three teens.

24-year-old man injured in southwest Atlanta shooting

The victim was found with a gunshot wound to his right leg and was transported to a hospital for treatment.

Atlanta police, family plead for help after deadly truck theft attempt

The Atlanta Police Department’s Homicide Unit will hold a press conference Wednesday to provide new details and request the public’s assistance in solving the Jan. 17 homicide of Javon Brown.

Unusual escape attempt: how one suspect allegedly tried to avoid arrest

The suspect stole a bike before deciding to attempt escape another way, according to DNR agents. Pictures shared by the agency show his alleged escape in progress.

Friday press conference planned to talk about twins found on Bell Mountain

The family of Qaadir and Naazir Lewis will hold a news conference Friday, questioning the GBI’s conclusion that the twins died by suicide at Bell Mountain.

'The Wire' actor Tray Chaney's son out of ICU after Georgia tornado

Actor Tray Chaney, known for his role on HBO’s The Wire, is sharing a hopeful update about his son, Malachi Chaney, who was seriously injured when a powerful tornado destroyed their Henry County home last week.

Armed Dalton man killed in confrontation with deputies, officers

Whitfield County Sheriff's and Dalton Police investigators shot and killed a man during an undercover investigation, according to the sheriff's office.

Rabbit v. squirrel: The adorable showdown we've all been waiting for

A Texas woman did not expect the ruckus that ensued when a squirrel and a rabbit both had eyes on food she'd scattered about.

Man pretending to be a nurse arrested at Atlanta nursing home, police say

Investigators say it's not the first time 56-year-old Lonnie Robert Williams has been in trouble for impersonating a medical professional.