Rabid bat found in Stone Mountain area of DeKalb County
The bat was discovered near Millstone Trail, according to DeKalb County officials.
The bat was discovered near Millstone Trail, according to DeKalb County officials.
FBI joins expanding search for missing 4-year-old South Carolina girl
The search for missing 4-year-old Javeayah Harris has intensified after the FBI joined state and local law enforcement agencies in Aiken County, South Carolina.
The search for missing 4-year-old Javeayah Harris has intensified after the FBI joined state and local law enforcement agencies in Aiken County, South Carolina.
23-year-old motorcyclist killed in Cobb County crash
A 23-year-old Powder Springs man was killed Wednesday evening in a motorcycle crash on Veterans Memorial Highway in Cobb County, police said.
A 23-year-old Powder Springs man was killed Wednesday evening in a motorcycle crash on Veterans Memorial Highway in Cobb County, police said.
Alex Ovechkin re-signs with Capitals for 22nd season: 'I'm back!'
The Washington Capitals announced on Monday that captain Alex Ovechkin has officially signed a one-year contract extension to return for the 2026-27 NHL season.
The Washington Capitals announced on Monday that captain Alex Ovechkin has officially signed a one-year contract extension to return for the 2026-27 NHL season.
Athens man charged with child sexual exploitation
A 20-year-old Athens man has been arrested on multiple child sexual exploitation charges following an investigation by the Athens-Clarke County Police Department.
A 20-year-old Athens man has been arrested on multiple child sexual exploitation charges following an investigation by the Athens-Clarke County Police Department.
Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | July 3-5, 2026
Whether you're looking for fireworks, live music, family fun, food festivals or a unique way to celebrate the holiday weekend, there's no shortage of things to do across metro Atlanta and North Georgia.
Whether you're looking for fireworks, live music, family fun, food festivals or a unique way to celebrate the holiday weekend, there's no shortage of things to do across metro Atlanta and North Georgia.
Metro Atlanta police issue warning over deadly Benadryl trend
A metro Atlanta police department is urging parents to talk to their children about the potential dangers of a social media trend known as the “Benadryl Challenge," which has recently been linked to severe injuries and deaths nationwide.
A metro Atlanta police department is urging parents to talk to their children about the potential dangers of a social media trend known as the “Benadryl Challenge," which has recently been linked to severe injuries and deaths nationwide.
Hall County officer rescues kitten from car engine with drumstick
Hall County officer Nick Jackson is earning widespread praise for his quick thinking and unusual tactics after rescuing a stranded kitten from a vehicle’s engine compartment in early June.
Hall County officer Nick Jackson is earning widespread praise for his quick thinking and unusual tactics after rescuing a stranded kitten from a vehicle’s engine compartment in early June.
16 children rescued from Ohio home: 'Livestock kept in better conditions'
Authorities serving a search warrant at a dilapidated Ohio home found 16 children living in deplorable conditions, surrounded by human waste and confined to one room for the past several years.
Authorities serving a search warrant at a dilapidated Ohio home found 16 children living in deplorable conditions, surrounded by human waste and confined to one room for the past several years.
Hall County Sheriff Gerald Couch: Recall effort launched by residents
A recall effort has been launched against Hall County Sheriff Gerald Couch.
A recall effort has been launched against Hall County Sheriff Gerald Couch.
Child found alone in Clayton County: Parent located, child safe
Clayton County police say they have located the mother of a young child found alone early Thursday.
Clayton County police say they have located the mother of a young child found alone early Thursday.
Person found dead after Hart County house fire
One person was found dead after a house fire in Hart County on Monday night, according to Hart County Sheriff's Office.
One person was found dead after a house fire in Hart County on Monday night, according to Hart County Sheriff's Office.
World Cup Atlanta keeps fans buzzing as knockout rounds arrive
Visitors have praised the city's atmosphere, transportation and hospitality, while heat, crowds and sold-out events have created challenges.
Visitors have praised the city's atmosphere, transportation and hospitality, while heat, crowds and sold-out events have created challenges.
Marietta weighs concerns over proposed data center
The Marietta Planning and Zoning Commission revisited plans Wednesday night for a proposed data center on Powers Ferry Place.
The Marietta Planning and Zoning Commission revisited plans Wednesday night for a proposed data center on Powers Ferry Place.
Silk flower business destroyed by fire early Thursday in Cobb County
A fire heavily damaged a wholesale silk flower business in Cobb County early Thursday morning.
A fire heavily damaged a wholesale silk flower business in Cobb County early Thursday morning.
Man on scooter struck overnight in Midtown Atlanta
A man riding a scooter was hospitalized after being struck by a vehicle in Midtown Atlanta early Thursday morning.
A man riding a scooter was hospitalized after being struck by a vehicle in Midtown Atlanta early Thursday morning.
1 shot in southwest Atlanta, possible suspect detained
A person was shot early Thursday morning in southwest Atlanta, according to Atlanta police.
A person was shot early Thursday morning in southwest Atlanta, according to Atlanta police.
Cedartown preschool: Police probe alleged abuse of 4-year-old
A Polk County preschool employee is facing allegations of inappropriate conduct with a 4-year-old child, sparking a police investigation.
A Polk County preschool employee is facing allegations of inappropriate conduct with a 4-year-old child, sparking a police investigation.
Man, 60, jailed after massive police standoff in Villa Rica subdivision
A Villa Rica neighbor dispute escalated Wednesday morning when a man allegedly threw rocks at a vehicle and pulled a knife on the owner.
A Villa Rica neighbor dispute escalated Wednesday morning when a man allegedly threw rocks at a vehicle and pulled a knife on the owner.
Tiger man faces trafficking charges after Rabun County campsite search
A Tiger man faces multiple drug trafficking and domestic violence charges after Rabun County deputies searched a campsite on Lake Rabun Road on Tuesday.
A Tiger man faces multiple drug trafficking and domestic violence charges after Rabun County deputies searched a campsite on Lake Rabun Road on Tuesday.