The Georgia Supreme Court affirmed Javaris Compton’s life sentence in the 2021 Hancock State Prison stabbing, finding his lawyers waived a mistrial claim over a post‑arrest comment.

Sunny, breezy Wednesday in Atlanta with highs near 77°F. Storm chances return Sunday into next week.

A LaGrange woman was arrested and charged with murder after a late-night shooting on Dix Street left a 29-year-old man dead. Police say the investigation is ongoing and are asking for tips.

Marietta police arrested a 19-year-old after shots struck two cars at Laurel Hills Preserve. A 16-year-old ex-girlfriend was in one vehicle; no injuries were reported.

Tenants at The Hills at Fairington say stolen hot water heaters and stripped copper have flooded apartments and left some without water for nearly a day.

An AJC investigation found hundreds of Georgia clinics selling unproven — and sometimes risky — therapies with little state oversight. Federal warnings and indictments have pushed regulators into action.

More than 100 people at two Gainesville encampments were ordered to leave by midnight Monday. Outreach workers fear medically vulnerable residents will have nowhere to go.

Ministry Brands is relocating its corporate headquarters from Knoxville to Milton, opening a new office on June 23 and planning local hires over the next few years.

A 16-year-old boy was shot in Atlanta late Sunday; investigators are on scene while police review local video and evidence.

Two children were pronounced dead after a drowning at Turkey Creek. Emergency crews pulled victims from the water and authorities are investigating.

Two Thomaston residents face felony child‑abuse charges after a child was airlifted to Atlanta; the GBI says the investigation is active and the case will be referred to the Griffin Judicial Circuit.

Fayette County deputies say card‑skimming devices were found at three local dollar stores. Officials urge tap‑to‑pay, inspect terminals, and report suspicious readers.

Cobb County crews pulled 17 people from fast‑rising floodwaters near Powers Ferry and Columns Drive as storms moved through the area. Officials warn more heavy rain is possible.