DeKalb school board accepts Devon Horton's resignation as superintendent
DeKalb County School Board accepted Superintendent Devon Horton’s resignation following his federal indictment in Illinois.
Fundraiser for family of 8 killed in fiery I-85 crash in Jackson County
A GoFundMe has been launched to help the relatives of eight family members, including a pregnant woman, who were killed in a fiery crash on I-85 in Jackson County after a semi-truck slammed into their car.
What to know about FAFSA applications amid government shutdown
The Education Department has opened the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the 2026–27 school year, even as the U.S. government remains shut down.
GBI says teenage girl shot by DeKalb police, teenage boy arrested
State investigators are reviewing a shooting by a police officer that left a “teenage girl” wounded in Stone Mountain on Tuesday afternoon, after police say she reached for a gun.
Keep America Beautiful volunteers paint murals in Atlanta
A national beautification effort made its mark in Atlanta this week as volunteers teamed up to transform parts of the city with vibrant public art.
Columbus State professor reportedly accidentally shot by roommate
The family of Columbus State University professor Erica Anderson, 31, is raising money to cover funeral expenses after what loved ones are calling a “terrible accident.”
Wednesday Atlanta Weather: Warm streak continues, rain on the way
It’s another warm and sunny start to the day across North Georgia as we hit repeat on the week’s weather pattern.
Decatur school board discussing possible school closures
The City Schools of Decatur Board is weighing whether to close one of its elementary schools as part of a broader redistricting plan.
Jason Dickerson sworn in as newest state senator in Cherokee County
Dickerson, a Republican, will represent Senate District 21, which includes parts of north Fulton and Cherokee counties. He won the seat in a runoff election against Democrat Debra Shigley.
DeKalb residents demand fixes for skyrocketing water bills
Frustration is mounting among DeKalb County water customers who say they’ve been hit with massive and inaccurate bills — and can’t get answers.
Multi-county high-speed chase ends with car flipping in Buckhead
A Henry County shooting suspect led deputies on a multi-county chase ending in a Buckhead crash and arrest.
Cedartown sex offender accused of grooming teens in Floyd, Polk counties in new case
Registered sex offender Garry D. Hand faces new charges of trafficking and photographing minors in Floyd County.
Inmate’s death marks eighth at DeKalb County jail this year
Rodney Garrick, 59, was found unresponsive and later died after being taken from the DeKalb County Jail.
Truck driver charged in fiery crash along I-85 in Jackson County; 8 killed
Kane Aaron Hammock, 33, was arrested and charged with multiple counts of vehicular homicide in the I-85 crash that killed eight people.
Arrests made after Mississippi homecoming shooting left 6 dead
The shooting and mass killing happened last weekend as people celebrated homecoming in a small Mississippi town. Six died and more than a dozen others were hurt.
Man seriously injured in DeKalb shooting on Flat Shoals Road
DeKalb police are investigating a shooting off Flat Shoals Road that seriously injured a man.
Crash along I-20 WB near Panola snarls traffic for hours
All lanes of traffic heading into Atlanta along Interstate 20 came to a standstill on Tuesday afternoon due to a crash.
Man who exchanged gunfire with Sandy Springs police in SWAT standoff identified
A standoff in Sandy Springs near Carroll Manor Drive ended after a suspect turned himself in around 2 p.m. Tuesday.
New Blaze Pizza concept opens in Akers Mill Square
Ignite by Blaze Pizza, a new innovative venture, is opening in Akers Mill Square, and Blaze will offer free pizzas on Wednesday.
Daniel Caesar’s surprise Piedmont Park concert shut down
Singer-songwriter Daniel Caesar’s surprise concert at Piedmont Park was shut down after just two songs.