DeKalb detectives are investigating an overnight shooting at a Redan Road convenience store in Stone Mountain; police have not released details about victims or suspects.

A long-idle crane at The Midtowne has neighbors demanding proof the site is secure after storms sent the arm spinning and streetwork stalled.

Management told tenants the New Black Wall Street Market will close April 30, but other overseers call any pause temporary. Vendors are staging closeouts and scrambling for new outlets.

Franchisee Layne Alkaasamani is bringing Paris Baguette to Alpharetta at 4119 Lake St, with a mid‑July target and plans to grow her local bakery group. The arrival expands the chain’s Atlanta footprint.

Tabla will open its first suburban location at Medley in Johns Creek this fall, bringing its signature shareable plates and spice‑forward cocktails to the new town center.

Two people were rescued after the SkyView Atlanta Ferris wheel stalled near Centennial Olympic Park; maintenance restarted the ride and no injuries were reported.

Sunny and warm today with highs near 79°F and low humidity raising fire danger. Avoid open burns and check local rules.

Riverwood International Charter School moved to virtual instruction after a "significant sewage blockage" closed the building and canceled activities; maintenance crews are on site.

A body was found inside an SUV in a Smyrna Kroger parking lot Monday; police say investigators are processing the scene and Kroger is cooperating.

A 17-year-old at Jackson County High was arrested after making a remark at dismissal that officials classified as a terroristic threat; the district says no plan was found.

Griffin High was put on a Level 2 lockdown Monday after a threatening phone call; officials say students and staff are safe while police investigate.

Fire crews raced to a woods fire in South Fulton on Monday as a Red Flag Warning raised the risk of fast-moving flames.

Family members say arrests gave them comfort after the killing of 29-year-old Justin Tucker outside a Sandy Springs apartment.