Two pedestrians were struck in a hit-and-run near Vine City early Saturday; one is critically injured and police say the driver fled. Detectives are investigating.

Two men were shot early Easter morning near Edgewood Avenue SE in southeast Atlanta; one victim is now stable and police are investigating. Witnesses are asked to call in tips.

A 4-year-old died after a shooting near the 900 block of Washington St. SW in Southwest Atlanta; police say the case is under investigation.

A cellmate at Clayton County Jail has been charged with malice murder after a 66‑year‑old inmate died following a beating that has renewed calls for state intervention.

A buyer and a McDonough couple say they were bilked over the same 2016 Hyundai Sonata sold on Facebook Marketplace; police recovered the vehicle and are investigating.

Police seized 14 dogs from an alleged illegal dog‑training operation in southwest Atlanta and arrested the owner after discovering squalid, stacked kennels.

Lawmakers passed HB 295, a measure letting property owners sue cities over encampments and sanctuary policies. Advocates say it could criminalize homelessness and saddle local budgets with lawsuits.

The 11th Circuit vacated summary judgment in three suits alleging minors were trafficked at United Inn and the Hilltop Inn, sending the cases back to federal court. Victims’ lawyers say the ruling expands what juries can consider.

Phil Mickelson will miss the 2026 Masters, saying he will step away to tend to a family health matter and be out for an extended period. The tournament will begin next week without one of its most familiar champions.

Mild and mostly clear Friday with highs near 82°F. A cold front late Saturday brings showers and thunderstorms into Sunday.

Mayor Andre Dickens unveiled SO ATL, pairing $50K for a feasibility study with coordinated policing and city programs to keep teens in supervised spaces during spring break.

A 21-year-old was arrested March 31 in connection with a 2024 Lithonia drive‑by that left no reported injuries. He faces 31 felony counts, officials say.

840 Woodrow’s framing topped out in Oakland City, setting the stage for 326 homes, subsidized retail and a planned Beltline spur aimed at boosting jobs and local shops.