Sen. Jon Ossoff asked CMS to probe insurers after studies and federal data showed prior‑auth delays and millions of denials that can harm patients. He wants answers by April 30.

A Toccoa man was killed Tuesday morning after a pickup turned into his motorcycle on Ga. 365 near White Sulphur Road; the driver faces vehicle homicide charges.

Conyers daycare owner Keisha Archer says an October arson left the interior a total loss and she faces about $400,000 in damage while her insurance claim remains unresolved.

A resurfaced photo shows Dalton Rep. Kasey Carpenter in darkened makeup; he apologized but residents and civil-rights leaders say the response falls short.

A water main break and pavement collapse closed Buford Highway at Sugarloaf Parkway in Gwinnett County, snarling the morning commute and forcing detours.

A 5-year-old in Franklin County was seriously injured when a UTV driven by her 7-year-old brother flipped in a pasture Monday evening.

A Gwinnett County man was arrested after police say he pushed his elderly mother, pulled hair and fought officers; he now faces multiple charges.

Morris Brown’s first post‑accreditation cohort — the “Restoration Class” — will graduate this spring, a milestone in the HBCU’s multi‑year comeback. The group includes an Ivy‑bound senior.

A Canon man surrendered after a five‑hour SWAT standoff on Burroughs Road; investigators say he faces aggravated assault charges and more counts are expected.

SweetWater 420 Fest returns to Atlanta this Friday–Saturday at Shirley Clarke Franklin Park with Umphrey’s McGee, Thievery Corporation and Chromeo headlining.

Taste of Atlanta turns 25 with an all‑inclusive tasting at The Works this Thursday, reuniting chefs and spotlighting local restaurants.

Forsyth County neighbors say pit bulls owned by Commissioner Kerry Hill mauled pets, were seized and later returned — and Hill voted on an animal-control change days after the incident.

Sunny and warm Sunday in Atlanta with highs near 85°F and elevated fire danger across the metro.