Trial in death of Fulton County deputy: Jury deliberates self-defense or murder
Alton Oliver is accused of fatally shooting Deputy James Thomas Jr. after allegedly being propositioned for sex by Thomas.
Alton Oliver is accused of fatally shooting Deputy James Thomas Jr. after allegedly being propositioned for sex by Thomas.
Cremated remains lost in the mail: Atlanta woman pleads for answers
Petra McDermott is determined to recover her mother's cremated remains, which were lost by USPS after being sent from Germany.
Petra McDermott is determined to recover her mother's cremated remains, which were lost by USPS after being sent from Germany.
Victims of AT&T data breaches could claim up to $7,500 in new $177M settlement
AT&T agreed to a $177 million settlement this year after a pair of data breaches were confirmed in 2024. Here's how the millions of affected current and former account holders can file claims.
AT&T agreed to a $177 million settlement this year after a pair of data breaches were confirmed in 2024. Here's how the millions of affected current and former account holders can file claims.
These states may try redrawing congressional maps in response to, or in support of, Texas
Trump’s support for Texas Republicans’ mid-decade redistricting plan has split states into those joining the effort and those preparing to fight back.
Trump’s support for Texas Republicans’ mid-decade redistricting plan has split states into those joining the effort and those preparing to fight back.
Union City woman attacked by dogs has died, family says
A 62-year-old woman who was in critical condition after a dog attack has died, her family says.
A 62-year-old woman who was in critical condition after a dog attack has died, her family says.
Brian Flores' racial discrimination claims against NFL can go to trial, appeals court rules
In February 2022, Flores sued the NFL and several teams claiming racial discrimination ran rampant through the league's hiring process, particularly against Black coaches.
In February 2022, Flores sued the NFL and several teams claiming racial discrimination ran rampant through the league's hiring process, particularly against Black coaches.
Officer David Rose to be honored in Atlanta's Finest 5K race this weekend
Atlanta’s Finest 5K will donate all proceeds to support the family of Officer David Rose, who was killed in the line of duty in an attack on the CDC Atlanta.
Atlanta’s Finest 5K will donate all proceeds to support the family of Officer David Rose, who was killed in the line of duty in an attack on the CDC Atlanta.
Man who faked his own death found guilty of rape in Utah
A man who reportedly faked his own death then fled to Europe to avoid rape charges was convicted of sexually assaulting his former girlfriend in Utah.
A man who reportedly faked his own death then fled to Europe to avoid rape charges was convicted of sexually assaulting his former girlfriend in Utah.
Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | Aug. 15-17, 2025
Metro Atlanta is buzzing this weekend with everything from art festivals and block parties to live music, comedy, and food events.
Metro Atlanta is buzzing this weekend with everything from art festivals and block parties to live music, comedy, and food events.
Douglas County man once charged in Sweet 16 shooting back in court
A Douglas County man once charged in a deadly Sweet 16 party shooting is back in trouble with the law.
A Douglas County man once charged in a deadly Sweet 16 party shooting is back in trouble with the law.
No charges for Florida JSO officer in arrest of man punched, dragged from his car
Prosecutors declined to charge Jacksonville Officer D. Bowers, saying his actions during the arrest of William McNeil were lawful. Despite viral video showing violence, officials cited bodycam footage showing McNeil ignored commands. McNeil’s lawyers criticized the decision and called for a federal investigation.
Prosecutors declined to charge Jacksonville Officer D. Bowers, saying his actions during the arrest of William McNeil were lawful. Despite viral video showing violence, officials cited bodycam footage showing McNeil ignored commands. McNeil’s lawyers criticized the decision and called for a federal investigation.
Troup County woman accused of shooting husband arrested in Alabama
A Troup County woman accused of shooting her husband in the head and leaving him fighting for his life at their home has been taken into custody in Alabama.
A Troup County woman accused of shooting her husband in the head and leaving him fighting for his life at their home has been taken into custody in Alabama.
DOJ worker fired after allegedly throwing sandwich at federal officer: AG Bondi
A Department of Justice worker has been fired and charged with a felony after allegedly throwing a Subway sandwich at a federal officer during a confrontation in downtown D.C., according to Attorney General Pam Bondi.
A Department of Justice worker has been fired and charged with a felony after allegedly throwing a Subway sandwich at a federal officer during a confrontation in downtown D.C., according to Attorney General Pam Bondi.
Oldest-ever Great Lakes lake trout recorded in Lake Superior
The best way to measure how old a fish is is by counting the number of rings formed on a chunk of calcium living in its inner ear. This lake trout, named Mary Catherine, had 62 rings.
The best way to measure how old a fish is is by counting the number of rings formed on a chunk of calcium living in its inner ear. This lake trout, named Mary Catherine, had 62 rings.
ABFF bringing festival to 4 major cities, including Atlanta
The American Black Film Festival is launching a new Pop-Up Tour this fall, bringing films, celebrity talks, and panels to New York, Atlanta, Dallas, and Los Angeles between October and December 2025.
The American Black Film Festival is launching a new Pop-Up Tour this fall, bringing films, celebrity talks, and panels to New York, Atlanta, Dallas, and Los Angeles between October and December 2025.
Clayton County teacher’s video celebrating Black male educators goes viral
Clayton County teacher Alfred “Shivy” Brooks posts viral video highlighting Black male educators.
Clayton County teacher Alfred “Shivy” Brooks posts viral video highlighting Black male educators.
Georgia Tech project helping Atlanta residents escape the heat
In the middle of the dog days of summer in Georgia, it can feel like there’s no way to escape the heat. That can be especially true in underserved communities. So the experts at Georgia Tech are trying to help.
In the middle of the dog days of summer in Georgia, it can feel like there’s no way to escape the heat. That can be especially true in underserved communities. So the experts at Georgia Tech are trying to help.
Human remains recovered in 1960s car pulled from Mississippi River in Sartell
Human remains were recovered from a car submerged in the Mississippi River that belonged to a Minnesota man missing for nearly 58 years.
Human remains were recovered from a car submerged in the Mississippi River that belonged to a Minnesota man missing for nearly 58 years.
Atlanta mayor to outline second-term plans ahead of Nov. 4 election
Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens plans to officially qualify next week for his re-election bid.
Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens plans to officially qualify next week for his re-election bid.
Rep. David Clark joins growing race for Georgia lieutenant governor
State Rep. David Clark of Buford announced his candidacy earlier this week, releasing an online campaign ad highlighting his service as a military veteran in Afghanistan and his experience.
State Rep. David Clark of Buford announced his candidacy earlier this week, releasing an online campaign ad highlighting his service as a military veteran in Afghanistan and his experience.