'Big ol' animal' fossils could slow Texas road construction

Recent archaeological excavations at a highway construction site in West Texas have uncovered the fossilized remains of Ice Age creatures.

DEP worker killed in barge explosion at Harlem wastewater facility

The blast apparently threw the 33-year veteran worker into the water, where he became trapped between the barge and the pier and died, according to one report.

Uvalde school shooting: Where things stand 3 years later

On May 24, 2022, 19 children and two teachers were killed when an 18-year-old gunman opened fire inside Robb Elementary in Uvalde.

Henry County rolls out anti-fraud notification system

If someone attempts to defraud you, Henry County officials want you to know right away. That's why they've introduced the Filing Activity Notification System – or, FANS, for short.

Julión Álvarez AT&T Stadium show postponed after singer denied entry to US

Popular Mexican singer Julión Álvarez had to postpone his sold-out concert at AT&T Stadium on Saturday after he was unable to enter the U.S. due to visa issues.

Forest Park officers hailed as heroes for saving infant's life with swift CPR

Forest Park police officers Lt. Jimmy Arnold and Cpl. Angelic Coley successfully revived a 4-week-old baby using CPR, highlighting their quick response and teamwork.

Emaciated pets discovered in Cobb County woman’s apartment

Destiny Jackson faces animal cruelty and abandonment charges after leaving three pets in deplorable conditions, resulting in one dead and two near death.

One man's mission to tackle graffiti tagging in Atlanta

Craig Galanos, founder of the Atlanta Beautification Committee, is tackling graffiti in Atlanta using a grassroots approach, covering tags on various city structures.

Douglas County mother says daughter was bullied, then suspended

A Douglas County mother says her sixth-grade daughter was bullied and later suspended despite multiple reports to school officials and efforts to prevent further conflict.

Child dead, 2 hospitalized after Lake Tobesofkee incident

A 7-year-old boy died and two others, ages 8 and 10, were hospitalized after a possible drowning incident at Lake Tobesofkee on May 23.

Atlanta's frontline heroes recognized during EMS Week

The Atlanta Fire Rescue Department celebrated the city’s frontline heroes this week with a special event marking National EMS Week.

Texas lottery winner on delays in $83M prize payout: 'I've lost a lot of faith'

A woman is suing the Texas Lottery after winning $83 million. The Montgomery County resident won back in February but was told she can’t be paid because of a state investigation.

The Walking... Dog? Nic & Norman’s unveils gourmet canine menu

What began as a pandemic-era trend of outdoor dining has evolved into a new kind of experience at a popular Senoia restaurant.

Dalton college student still faces possibility of deportation in future

Ximena Arias-Cristobal, a Dalton teen brought to the U.S. as a child, was released from ICE custody after being mistakenly pulled over by police and detained for over two weeks.

2 juveniles charged with May 15 murder of 17-year-old in Norcross area

A 17-year-old boy was killed and two others injured during a shooting in unincorporated Norcross that authorities say stemmed from a meeting that turned violent.