4 Sandy Springs massage businesses shut down amid trafficking investigation

A human trafficking and prostitution investigation has led to the closure of four Sandy Springs massage businesses and the arrest of three women on Thursday, police said.

Residents say shooting at Midtown Atlanta high-rise was "bound to happen"

Atlanta police are investigating a quadruple shooting that occurred late Wednesday night at a high-rise apartment complex, leaving four men hospitalized and a sidewalk littered with evidence.

Lake Tahoe avalanche: What we know about the victims and survivors

Authorities say 15 people were on a three-day skiing trip. Here's what we know so far about the victims and survivors of the avalanche.

Man shot by Gwinnett police during domestic call dies at hospital

A man died at the hospital on Thursday evening after being shot by Gwinnett officers in the Oaktree Meadows subdivision.

Banner featuring Trump displayed on DOJ headquarters

A large banner featuring President Donald Trump’s face has been displayed on the Department of Justice headquarters Thursday. 

Sheriff defends Nancy Guthrie investigation amid mounting criticism

The sheriff leading a team of hundreds of investigators in the search for 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie is responding to mounting criticism over the handling of the case on Thursday.

Tara Baker's murder trial: Edrick Faust sentenced in killing

Edrick Faust, the convicted killer of University of Georgia law student Tara Baker, was sentenced in an Athens Clarke County courtroom on Thursday afternoon.

Ex-Douglas judge Christina Peterson found not guilty in nightclub incident

Former Douglas County Probate Judge Christina Peterson was found not guilty of a misdemeanor charge on Thursday in connection with her arrest outside a Buckhead nightclub nearly two years ago. 

America 250: National America’s Startup competition seeks collegiate student innovators and entrepreneurs

When it comes to innovation, many successful American companies got their start in garages. Microsoft, Apple, and Amazon, are examples of taking bold ideas and turning them into a successful business and driving America’s economy. Collegiate student innovators and entrepreneurs who have an idea have an opportunity to turn their ideas into reality with the America’s Startup competition.

Ohio governor says ending property taxes could push state's sales tax to 20%

Republican Gov. Mike DeWine says sales tax could jump to 20% to replace $24 billion in lost property tax revenue if a constitutional amendment passes.

2 UGA football players arrested for speeding

UGA football players Chris Cole and Darren Ikinnagbon were arrested for reckless driving and speeding over 100 mph in Athens on Wednesday night.

Lee County High School teacher arrested for child molestation

A 29-year-old Lee County High School teacher has been charged with child molestation and improper sexual contact.

27-year-old Decatur woman arrested for child sex exploitation

The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has arrested a 27-year-old Decatur woman on a charge of sexual exploitation of children following an investigation into her alleged online activity.

Decision delayed in convicted killer Miles Bryant's request for new trial

A former Doraville police officer convicted in the kidnapping and murder of 16-year-old Susana Morales is asking a judge to throw out his conviction and grant him a new trial.

Coweta County man arrested following reports he shot at nearby workers

Milton Morris Mason, 69, was arrested after a SWAT standoff on Smith Circle in Coweta County. He reportedly shot at workers in a neighboring lot.