Hikers who used AI to plan trip had to be rescued, authorities say

Three novice hikers from Roseville, California, were rescued from Mount Shasta after using Google’s Gemini AI to help plan their trip.

Wrong-way driver killed in 3-vehicle Athens crash

An 80-year-old man was killed and two other drivers were injured in a three-vehicle crash involving a wrong-way driver Thursday morning in Athens, according to police.

Woman killed, 2 others hurt in Acworth head-on crash

A 44-year-old Acworth woman was killed in a head-on crash Thursday night on Lake Acworth Drive.

4,000 pounds of khat seized at Atlanta airport, CBP says

Federal authorities say they have seized more than 4,000 pounds of khat at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport since the beginning of the year.

Feds charge ICE agent with lying about Minneapolis shooting: Report

The Department of Justice is charging ICE agent Christian Castro with making false statements connected to the shooting of a Venezuelan in Minneapolis in January, the Associated Press reports.

Coaches, players suspended after Rockdale football brawl

The head football coaches at Rockdale County and Heritage high schools have each been suspended for one game following a pregame fight on Aug. 28.

Woman reported missing from Fort Yargo State Park found

A 21-year-old woman who was reported missing at Fort Yargo State Park has been located and is safe, officials say.

Tahoe bear deaths: Mama bear tried to get her dead cub up, drag it off the road, witnesses say

Six bears have died on Tahoe roads in the last two weeks, a local non-profit said. In one case, a mama bear was seen trying to get her dead cub up and drag her baby off the road, witnesses recalled.

Georgia donkey owner takes legal action as state investigates killing

An attorney for Polk County farmer Hannah Israel has sent at least one cease-and-desist letter over alleged online conduct following the death of her donkey, HeeHaw.

Man killed at Buckhead apartment parking deck, 3 detained

The shooting happened at the Metro Apartments in the 2100 block of Peachtree Road. Police said one man was shot and killed.

Heat surges in North Georgia before cooler air moves in for Labor Day

Temperatures across metro Atlanta will quickly climb from the 70s Friday morning into the 90s by afternoon, with the humidity making it feel even hotter.

Labor Day travel rush hits Atlanta as gas prices surge

The Labor Day travel rush is underway, and whether you're catching a flight or hitting the highway, travelers should prepare for a busy — and potentially expensive — holiday weekend.

South Fulton police mourn death of Officer Danielle McClendon

The South Fulton Police Department is mourning the loss of one of its officers, remembering her as a beloved colleague whose impact extended far beyond her work in uniform.

Ex-federal employee sentenced for $3.5M COVID relief fraud, prosecutors say

A former federal worker will serve six and a half years in federal prison after using her positions at the U.S. Small Business Administration and IRS to steal millions in COVID-19 relief funds, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.

Troup County honors 91-year-old woman for earning her GED

The Troup County Board of Commissioners presented 91-year-old Helen Woodyard with a formal proclamation Tuesday evening to celebrate her recent graduation.