A DeKalb driver pleaded guilty and received a 10-year sentence after a Feb. 24, 2024 crash in which vehicle data showed the SUV hit about 98 mph. The crash killed a Lakeside High School student and led to related indictments.

City invoices show Atlanta paid more than $2.8M to lawyers and consultants defending the Public Safety Training Center while opponents’ petitions remain uncounted.

After public comment and several deferrals, DeKalb commissioners voted 4-3 to defeat a nonbinding resolution asking ICE to halt tactical enforcement in neighborhoods. The split highlighted a debate between symbolic protest and legal limits.

MARTA confirmed a Dec. 29 derailment after high winds toppled a tree onto the tracks; 118 riders were aboard and no one was hurt. The incident report appeared in the agency’s public records portal after a records request.

The Decatur Library reopened after a weeklong closure with metal-detector screening and a DeKalb County officer posted at the rear entrance following a recent on-site shooting. New procedures aim to balance access with safety.

GBI testimony said modern DNA matched two profiles to the 2001 sexual‑assault kit; the defense raises chain‑of‑custody questions and an alibi.

Fulton County DA Fani Willis told a judge that fee requests from Trump and co-defendants — roughly $17M — could strip her office’s budget and saddle taxpayers with the bill.

Atlanta Mission is under contract to buy a 15.5-acre Bankhead parcel and plans to reserve about eight acres for a homeless campus while converting the rest to affordable housing.

The EEOC has filed to force Atlanta-based Genuine Parts to hand over hiring records in a probe that follows a 2024 study flagging big callback gaps for Black applicants.

An Atlanta man pleaded guilty to participating in a multi‑state sweepstakes scam that prosecutors say duped seniors of at least $1 million. Authorities warn the playbook is familiar.

Surveillance video shows a suspect point a gun at a clerk and walk away with about $6,000 from a Moores Mill Road gas station. Investigators want tips.

Interim MARTA leaders defended a private committee vote that paused design on the Beltline Streetcar East extension, reopening fights over transparency and transit priorities.

A person was shot in the leg at Powder Springs Junction in Marietta late Thursday; police marked shell casings and are searching for the shooter.

NEADA raised its winter heating forecast to about 11%, putting pressure on Atlanta households and local aid programs. Here’s what officials recommend and where to find help.

Georgia House Democrats rolled out a multi-bill package aimed at expanding affordable single‑family housing, curbing investor purchases and strengthening tenant protections. Lawmakers said the measures mix tax credits, zoning fixes and new tenant remedies.

A Locust Grove homeowner says she signed a quitclaim deed after a loan to cover back taxes — the deed shows her house was recorded to a company for $0. Court papers and consumer‑law experts raise red flags.

Mild, dry Saturday turns wet Sunday in Atlanta. A Special Weather Statement warns low humidity and elevated fire danger this afternoon.

A 22-year-old was shot after allegedly posing as an officer and trying to force his way into a northwest Atlanta apartment on James Jackson Parkway.

Rain and fog slow Atlanta's Sunday morning commute. Heavy showers and isolated thunderstorms are possible into the afternoon.

Social Circle leaders and neighbors have mobilized after news that DHS may convert a million‑plus warehouse into an ICE detention hub, raising infrastructure and legal fights. Local officials are demanding transparency and several counties have already moved to block similar projects.

A 17-year-old was arrested after a man was shot at a southwest Atlanta home; police say the victim is stable and the suspect was booked into Fulton County Jail.

A 57-year-old DeKalb County Jail inmate was found unresponsive Sunday; the sheriff says there is no sign of foul play and an internal investigation is underway.

A Georgia bill would exempt police body‑camera videos that show deaths from the state's open‑records law, prompting a sharp debate over privacy versus public oversight. Sponsors say it protects families; critics say it could hide wrongdoing.

A Douglasville driver recorded a couple shouting racial slurs and threatening to hang a motorist at a red light near Sam’s Club. Police say the footage is now part of an active investigation.

A dryer fire broke out Monday in the Fulton County Jail laundry room; crews put it out quickly and officials say no one was hurt. Investigators are probing the cause.

A Decatur woman was arrested after a state probe into online child-sex-abuse material that began with a CyberTipline report, authorities say.

Federal agents say two men were arrested after five kilograms of fentanyl were seized in metro Atlanta. Both are in federal custody and face distribution charges.

DeKalb County police say a 24‑year‑old woman was killed on I‑85 on Feb. 3; investigators are asking witnesses and drivers with unexplained vehicle damage to come forward.

Andrew Miles, 19, is living at home while two implanted pumps keep his blood flowing as he waits for a transplant. Emory surgeons call the setup a Double VAD.

A 4-year-old in Dacula was taken to Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta after accidentally shooting his finger with a handgun found in his father's vehicle. Gwinnett County police recovered the weapon and are investigating.

Bornold Eberhart was sentenced to 30 years after pleading guilty in the death of Kristen Laymon during a 2023 North Myrtle Beach trip. Investigators say hotel footage and cellphone records tied him to the scene.

Park Pride is putting $3.5M into 19 park projects across Atlanta and DeKalb, with roughly $2.5M targeted to historically disinvested neighborhoods. Improvements range from playgrounds to entrances and gathering spaces.

The Atlanta City Council approved a zoning change requiring push-button door activators at primary street-facing entrances of new commercial and public buildings to improve accessibility. Advocates say it’s a simple fix with big day-to-day impact.

Novare sold SkyHouse Buckhead in Buckhead, Atlanta to UBS Realty Investors for about $83.4M, closing out the developer’s SkyHouse ownership as institutions return. The deal signals renewed appetite for Class‑A multifamily in Atlanta.

Ben Crump joined the family to demand accountability after attorneys say Je'vion Benham was left dead for days at Valdosta State Prison.

An ex‑boyfriend pleaded guilty in the on‑campus killing of Kennesaw State student Alasia Franklin; the plea includes parole eligibility and prompted community outcry.

Two adults were arrested after a 4‑year‑old overdosed on cocaine in Jackson County; both face first‑degree cruelty to children charges as investigators probe exposure.

State Sen. Josh McLaurin filed SB541 to ban wheel restraints statewide after recent reforms tightened how booting companies operate. The bill has not yet been assigned to committee.

Police are investigating a shooting at Country Oaks Apartments on Fairburn Road SW; investigators say the probe is ongoing and no arrests have been announced.

Tyler Cartwright, Atlanta's 2024 sign-spinning champion, heads to Las Vegas on March 7 to try to reclaim the world title. Three Atlanta-area spinners qualified for the championship.

A Statesboro shopper won $500,000 on a $10 Jumbo Jumbo Bucks scratch-off at RACO Oil. The Georgia Lottery says the prize is unclaimed while officials verify the ticket.

At least one person died and six were pulled from an early‑morning apartment fire on Woodsong Way in Smyrna. Crews performed lifesaving efforts as investigators moved in.

Senate Republicans in Georgia defeated two Democratic amendments to expand Medicaid, saying the proposals needed more vetting and cost analysis. Democrats vow to keep pressing the issue through SB 380 and committees.

A 16-townhome plan for 1247 Ralph David Abernathy Boulevard would add for-sale and workforce housing a block from the BeltLine's Westside Trail. Two units are set aside for 50–80% AMI buyers.

A federal judge denied the Teamsters' bid to block UPS's $150,000 driver buyouts, sending the dispute back to arbitration while the company moves forward with enrollment.

South Fulton will tear down Building 900 at the Camelot Condominiums beginning this week, officials say. The removal is the first physical step in a long campaign to address fires and blight at the complex.

Neighbors in Marietta want answers after 21‑year‑old Kyle Bassinga was found dead in Fair Oaks Park. Officials say an autopsy ruled the death a suicide, but activists are seeking more transparency.

Three competing bills in the Georgia Legislature would change when and how K‑12 students can speak and organize at school; one GOP‑backed measure is tied to Charlie Kirk.

Two people were shot Tuesday night on Tiger Flowers Drive NW in northwest Atlanta. Authorities have not released details and the Atlanta Police Department is investigating.

A woman was found dead inside a metro Atlanta home and several dogs were reportedly covered in blood, local reporting says. Investigators are probing the scene.

Giant beams went up this week at the I‑20/I‑285 West interchange as GDOT moves into the next phase of a roughly $1 billion rebuild that aims to speed peak travel.

Hersha bought the 403-room Westin Savannah Harbor, adding a riverfront resort next to the expanded Savannah Convention Center. The sale was handled by JLL.

A Metro Atlanta Ambulance paramedic faces 40 felony counts after a hidden clock camera was found at a Bartow County satellite office. Authorities say multiple coworkers were recorded.

A DeKalb County jury found psychologist Michelle Wierson guilty but mentally ill in the 2018 crash that killed 5‑year‑old Miles Jenness. Sentencing is scheduled for Thursday.

City officials say Peachtree Corners has roughly 193 deer per square mile — about eight times recommended levels — and have authorized a multi-year plan with USDA Wildlife Services.

Fincher’s Bar‑B‑Q plans an April opening at 102 S. Armed Forces Blvd in Warner Robins, bringing its pulled‑pork and ribs to a rebuilt storefront near Robins Air Force Base.

Hop City is turning a former boiling room inside Upper West Market into The Boiler Room, a 30-seat bar focused on beer, wine, cocktails and THC beverages. The bar won’t serve food; market vendors will handle eats.

Patchy fog and morning showers will slow Friday’s commute. Highs near 68°F with a drier, milder weekend ahead.

A man pleaded guilty and was sentenced to life after the 2023 downtown Atlanta killing of his girlfriend, who was found shot and attacked with a machete. Prosecutors and family are calling for more victim resources.

A Rabun County High School cafeteria worker was arrested and booked Feb. 26 on aggravated child-molestation, grooming and sexual-exploitation charges; the sheriff’s office says the probe is active.

Monroe police arrested a 30-year-old after search warrants at two homes turned up sexually explicit material involving juveniles; investigators say the case began with a GBI ICAC tip.

Forest Park will break ground March 6 on The Grapevine, converting a former Rite Aid into a food business incubator with restaurants, shared kitchens and offices.

Atlanta police are seeking tips after a 42-year-old man was found shot inside a downtown parking deck. The department is offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to an arrest.

A retired Fulton County deputy was struck during a traffic detail for the Publix Atlanta Marathon near Ted Turner Drive. He is in the hospital and investigators are searching for the driver.

A 19-year-old was charged after a UGA student reported a sexual assault in downtown Athens; police say camera footage helped identify the suspect.

The Upper Room is opening a second Atlanta location at Colony Square on April 4 at 4:04 p.m., adding house-made bagels to its coffee-and-cocktail lineup.

Rich Clark is bringing Clark’s Steakhouse — a New York‑style chophouse with Southern sides and a serious wine program — to Buckhead’s Garden Hills neighborhood.

A 4‑year‑old was injured in an accidental, self‑inflicted shooting at a home in Tyrone's Southampton subdivision; police say the incident is under investigation.

A 15-year-old autistic student was stabbed in a school hallway; his family says he was bullied and investigators are probing the attack.

A wind-driven fire ripped through Market Street late Monday, destroying Mama D’s and a florist and damaging several neighboring shops. No injuries were reported.

A Barrow County jury convicted Colin Gray on 29 counts tied to the Apalachee High School shooting; survivors reacted emotionally as the verdict was read.

A three‑story blaze at Harbor Creek Apartment Homes in Cherokee County forced evacuations Monday night; firefighters rescued residents and several animals as crews battled the fire.

A Fulton County judge denied bond for the man accused of killing a woman outside Palmetto Elementary on Feb. 10. Surveillance footage and a high-speed chase helped investigators make the arrest.

A crash on Duluth Highway near Frankie Lane killed one person and shut the road; investigators are working the scene and detours were set up.

South Fulton detectives have issued a BOLO after a 16-year-old was fatally shot on Harrier Lane. A reward of up to $5,000 is being offered for information.

A Georgia bill would change how PBMs reimburse pharmacies, adding a NADAC-based floor and a $10.64 dispensing fee that supporters say could keep independents open.

A DeKalb County jury convicted J'ana Rawat of malice murder in the 2022 Clarkston apartment shooting that left her ex dead while children were present. Sentencing is expected soon.

City crews plan to clear a Bell Street encampment under I‑85 near Grady on March 6; neighbors cite safety while advocates press for housing over sweeps.

Surveillance footage released by police shows a shootout outside Crystal Townhomes that wounded a 37‑year‑old man while a suspect remains at large. Crime Stoppers is offering up to $5,000 for tips.

A Cherokee County man was sentenced to 180 days and community service for the vehicular homicide of tow operator Frank Ingram; his family says the penalty fell short.

A Coweta County man identified as Craig Allan Jacobson pleaded guilty to five counts of possessing child sexual abuse material. Local coverage includes body‑cam footage of his arrest.

A Kennesaw man was arrested Monday and faces multiple felony counts after authorities say a December sexual assault occurred at the Revival on Main apartments. Court records and a booking report list rape, aggravated child molestation and related charges.

A Sandy Springs woman was arrested after an elder‑abuse investigation in the 1900 block of Huntingdon Chase; authorities say the probe involved Adult Protective Services and animal control.

Atlanta police released video showing an armed robbery that followed a road‑rage crash at MLK Jr. Drive and Joseph E. Lowery Boulevard.

Warm, muggy Saturday will spike into the low 80s. Expect a line of evening thunderstorms that could bring gusty winds and brief heavy rain.

McKinley Homes' Array brings 2–3 bedroom townhomes to the former Moreland Plaza site, with prices starting in the low $330,000s and HOA fees around $160/month.

A popular Atlanta hot‑dog cart appears to be moving into a Fairburn Road takeout shop after a permit filing showed plans for a 1,538‑sq‑ft conversion. Local coverage and vendor listings confirm the cart’s pop‑up past and the permit filing.

A Southwest Nashville–Fort Lauderdale flight diverted to Hartsfield-Jackson on March 6 after the airline reported a "possible security matter." The aircraft landed safely and was set to continue once cleared.

A toddler was killed in a shooting Saturday on Peters Road in Butler. The Taylor County Sheriff's Office says state investigators are assisting.

A 30‑year‑old man was shot and later died after a late‑night shooting at Powder Springs Park. Police say an unidentified woman is the suspect and are asking witnesses to come forward.

Henry County police say a man’s body was found inside a vehicle early Monday on Towne Centre Village Drive in McDonough; investigators are still working to learn more.

A 12-year-old Mason Creek Middle School student has died after an off‑campus fight; authorities are investigating. Family members say bullying may have been a factor.

One person was killed Monday in a crash near Highway 29 and Bishop Road in Fairburn. Authorities have not released the victim's identity as investigators probe the scene.

A Taylor County judge heard arguments about vacating the 2024 conviction of a Butler teacher in her husband’s 2017 death. Defense lawyers questioned jury selection and forensic evidence.

Mayors from Sandy Springs, Alpharetta and other North Fulton cities are preparing spring negotiations with Fulton County that could reshape who provides and pays for local services.

An Atlanta woman says she canceled a Turnbull Law Group debt‑relief agreement after local reporting flagged high fees, saving roughly $4,000. The Georgia AG is reviewing the firms involved.

Moore & Van Allen signed a lease at Buckhead’s 3630 Peachtree, giving the Charlotte firm a new Atlanta office and a local hub for regional clients.

Alpharetta’s Lily Sushi Bar is opening a third location at Johns Creek’s Medley this fall, offering indoor and covered-patio dining.

Carrot Dog is opening its first brick-and-mortar at Pittsburgh Yards’ Container Courtyard, serving whole marinated carrots dressed like classic hot dogs. The stall will join a new cluster of small businesses along the Southside Beltline.

Social Circle residents protested sudden spikes in municipal water and sewer bills, with some accounts nearly tripling and a homeowner hit with a $1,200 charge.

Bags containing several decapitated birds were pulled from Lake Avondale on Sunday; DeKalb Animal Control secured the remains as police investigate.

SB 444 would bar insurers from relying solely on AI to deny doctor‑ordered care; the Senate passed it and the bill is headed to a House Technology Committee hearing next Tuesday.

Brookhaven recovered $375,000 from contractors after a Brookhaven Park pavilion collapsed. The city plans to use the funds to design and build a replacement pavilion.

A shooting at a Rollingwood Lane home in DeKalb County left one person critically injured, police say. Detectives are investigating and asking for tips.

Ridgeview Charter Middle School launched a formal threat assessment after a student wrote threats toward classmates; the school says students and staff were not in immediate danger.

A new Italian from the team behind Vesper quietly opened in Glenwood Park, serving pasta, seafood and ticketed wine-pairing dinners in an intimate neighborhood room.

All clear after a suspicious bag was found near the Berrien County Health Department. No device was found.

Ring doorbell footage shows two people setting a Deer Creek Drive house on fire; the Athens‑Clarke County Fire Marshal is asking for tips.

Bogus tickets, look‑alike resale sites and betting ploys are circling Atlanta game days. Practical tips on how to spot scams and where to report fraud.

A knife was found Friday in a student's backpack at Westlake High, triggering a brief hard lockdown; school officials say no one was hurt.

A head-on crash on Campbellton Road SW left one person dead and two others hurt; Atlanta police's accident team is investigating the collision near 2447 Campbellton Road SW.

A driver was discovered with a fatal gunshot wound after a crash on Spruce Circle Friday night. Homicide detectives are interviewing witnesses and seeking tips.

Three people were shot in North Athens early Sunday and police are investigating. Officials have released limited details as detectives canvass the neighborhood.

South Fulton police found a husband and wife dead inside a home on Dinmont Chase after a SWAT response. Detectives are processing the scene.

More than two months after a drive-by outside Gus Thornhill Funeral Home killed Ina Chambers, her family says there have been no arrests and little contact from police.

Atlanta BeltLine and Perkins+Will unveiled new renderings for Murphy Crossing at 1050 Murphy Ave, laying out a phased plan that calls for roughly 625 homes and mixed‑use space.

Atlanta approved its first open-container entertainment district in South Downtown, allowing adults 21+ to walk with drinks as the neighborhood gears up for the World Cup. Rules and enforcement details are still being finalized.

Fastenal is replacing an aging Atlanta distribution site with a larger Carrollton hub — a move the company and local officials say will bring jobs and investment to West Georgia.

Convicted killer Matthew Lanz appeared in Fulton County court on March 17 for a competency hearing tied to a Sandy Springs officer-stabbing case.

The Hawks beat Orlando 124-112 Monday at State Farm Arena for their 10th straight win — and the NBA’s cancellation of a planned “Magic City” promotion only cranked up fan interest.

Centennial High in Roswell went into lockdown Tuesday after an offsite threat triggered an ALERTRoswell alert. Authorities say Fulton County Schools police are leading the investigation.

A 67-year-old Winder man was struck and killed by a CSX train near Atlanta Highway NW and Cedar Creek Road, authorities said.

A DFCS referral after a school report led Carroll County deputies to arrest a man; investigators say they seized firearms and illegal narcotics. The children’s disclosures prompted forensic interviews and the probe.

A former Lithia Springs adviser admitted to stealing nearly $10M from an elderly client to bankroll a Vinings mansion, a beach share and luxury purchases.

A Morrow woman says she found a 1.5-inch razor blade in a taco salad at Las Trojas. Police have opened a criminal investigation and state inspection records show prior violations.

The man charged in the 2025 killing of Gwinnett County Master Deputy Tamara Tuitt‑Bartlett has filed for immunity, saying he acted in self‑defense. The motion could decide whether the case survives to trial.

Bravo has asked a judge to dismiss Brit Eady’s $20M lawsuit, saying the complaint misstates her contractual commitments. The dispute traces back to a Season 16 salon incident that Eady says falsely portrayed her.

The Georgia House voted 163–4 to pause the state's motor-fuel excise tax for 60 days as pump prices climb; the measure now heads to the Senate for consideration.

A Robert Half survey and local reporting show AI-crafted résumés are piling up and dragging out hiring timelines in Atlanta. Recruiters say verification work is spiking.

Hundreds of tires were dumped on Greater Piney Grove Baptist Church grounds off Glenwood Road, leaving leaders pleading for cleanup as county officials say thousands have been removed countywide.

Benjy Taylor will join civil‑rights attorneys March 20 to announce a lawsuit after being handcuffed at Morehouse on Jan. 31. The conference will name defendants and lay out claims.

Cobb County is partnering with Habitat for Humanity to build a 36‑home mixed‑income neighborhood in Powder Springs, with Habitat units reserved for lower‑income buyers. County employees will get a priority application window.

A House-passed bill to ban phones, tablets and smartwatches in Georgia high schools cleared another hurdle this week as the Senate weighs HB 1009. Educators praise calmer classrooms; some parents worry about emergency contact.

Crews shut off a 16‑inch water main on Fairburn Road in southwest Atlanta on Thursday, leaving nearby homes with low or no water while emergency repairs proceed.

A new report warns defunding Planned Parenthood would reduce contraception and preventive care in Atlanta and statewide, advocates say.

The Georgia Court of Appeals reversed a contempt ruling and wiped a $10,000-a-day fine after Fulton commissioners refused to seat two GOP nominees. The decision returns appointment power to local officials.

A shooting on Fairington Road in DeKalb County left one person seriously injured Friday; police are investigating and seeking tips.

A 16-year-old was arrested after a stolen-car chase in Morrow ended in a multi-vehicle crash; several drivers were treated for non-life-threatening injuries.

Detectives released video and photos after a Feb. 20 shooting on Fairburn Road; a 19‑year‑old is stable and Crime Stoppers is offering up to $5,000 for tips.

A suspected DUI driver struck a Marietta school bus Friday morning, injuring two children and prompting an arrest. Officials say the students are expected to recover.

Sunny spells push highs into the mid-80s Sunday; a cold front Monday brings cooler temps and a chance of showers.

Heidelberg USA is moving its North American HQ a few minutes away to Marietta, expanding demo and training space while keeping jobs in Cobb County.

A 16-year-old was found with multiple gunshot wounds near Castleberry Hill on March 22; police say he was alive when found and the shooting remains under investigation.

Spencer Strider will start the season on the injured list with an oblique strain, compounding Atlanta’s pitching woes just before the regular season. The club hasn’t given a timeline.

Douglas County will charge $100 when Fire‑EMS treats someone on scene but the patient declines ambulance transport, a move officials say offsets supply and medication costs.

S2 Capital has hired Danny Bernstein to lead Atlanta acquisitions as the Dallas firm scales a new Sun Belt industrial platform. The move follows a December joint venture with Iron Point Partners.

After vanishing mid-trial in January 2024, Brian Tripp was arrested in Pritchard, Alabama and now faces new and prior charges in DeKalb County.

DeKalb police say they seized 26 guns and a "deadly" amount of fentanyl at a Stone Mountain home last week; three people were arrested and the investigation is ongoing.

A 15-year-old student was taken into custody after a firearm was found at Hillgrove High; the district says there is no active threat and classes resumed.

The 50th Atlanta Film Festival opens April 23 with 154 films selected from more than 5,500 submissions, plus legacy screenings, guest appearances and a Creative Conference.

Vigils and outreach followed two teen killings in metro Atlanta, prompting faith leaders and city officials to revive calls for nonviolence and more prevention work.

A DeKalb County mother is fighting for her life after an apparent murder‑suicide left her wounded and her partner dead; relatives told FOX 5 they are seeking answers.

South Fulton raised its annual sanitation fee to $275, adding about $3.50 per month. Updated sanitation bills will be mailed in June and are due Aug. 1, 2026.

The FDA cut the ribbon on a 162,000‑square‑foot lab at Fort McPherson that agency officials say will centralize food and consumer‑product testing and speed outbreak response.

Catoosa County firefighters stopped a potentially explosive tractor-trailer fire at an I-75 weigh station after lithium batteries ignited.

The Georgia House passed SB 220 to replace the 5% THC cap with a 12,000 mg limit, rename 'low‑THC oil' to 'medical cannabis' and allow vaping for adults 21+.

An audit found Atlanta’s 2024 blight‑tax law hasn’t been activated and no properties have been charged. City officials say more legislation and staffing moves are coming in April.

A small Ellenwood church says hundreds of tires were dumped on its yard again; surveillance footage appears to show a U‑Haul returning to leave more. DeKalb County has stepped up cleanup efforts across the county.

A 12-year-old was detained after a shooting in LaGrange Tuesday night that left Nyquarious Gates dead, police say. Detectives have opened an active investigation.

Azalea Gardens is headed for demolition and nearby Oak Valley Court has already been razed, leaving multi‑acre lots beside the Westside Trail primed for redevelopment.

Georgia State rolled out a five-year athletics plan to upgrade Summerhill facilities, expand NIL revenue and target a 50% boost in attendance, with a new baseball stadium due in fall 2026.

Kamala Harris is lining up fundraisers across the Deep South as she weighs a 2028 White House bid. The trip would test her fundraising and grassroots strength in Georgia, the Carolinas and Arkansas.

A structure fire in downtown Loganville forced multiple street closures on March 26 as crews worked the scene; officials say the cause and any injuries remain unknown.

Georgia officials warn spring is yellow‑legged hornet season and urge reporting of small embryo nests to protect beekeepers and the state's crops. Early photos help experts eradicate nests safely.

Jolene Jolene says it has a permanent Atlanta home and launched a Kickstarter seeking $50,000 to fund a hoped‑for summer opening.

A Cherokee County jury convicted Kelvin Demond Williams in the July kitchen shooting that killed his wife; the judge imposed life without parole plus additional decades.

A Cherokee County judge gave 33-year-old Monquezias Deshad Watts three consecutive life terms plus 25 years after a jury convicted him on multiple rape and child‑molestation charges.

A Georgia State Patrol trooper was involved in a shooting near Porterdale; a suspect was airlifted from Liberty Middle School and the GBI is investigating.

A GBI bomb team swept a Braselton home after a house fire forced evacuations and closed streets in the Traditions neighborhood.

A naked man allegedly stole a 9mm handgun from a pickup and tried to carjack a homeowner in Morrow; officers arrested him after he entered a nearby house.

Atlanta dedicated its first city-commissioned Vietnam War memorial at Piedmont Park on March 29, 2026, honoring 240 local service members with an engraved wall and brick pathway.

Federal and regional maps show life expectancy in Atlanta can differ by more than 20 years across neighborhoods; experts point to income, historic redlining and access to care.

A new Atlanta Women27s Foundation report finds housing instability and rising costs are fueling mental-health struggles for women and youth across Metro Atlanta.

A man convicted in the 1987 shooting that left Det. J.J. Biello paralyzed may soon be eligible for release, local reporting says.

A routine health inspection left Huskers Cafe with a 61U and a scheduled reinspection after inspectors flagged thawing, storage and sanitizer problems.

A metro‑Atlanta couple says scammers spoofed their realtor and diverted nearly $9,000 at closing. Industry groups and the FBI warn wire‑redirection scams are rising.

A late‑night shooting in Clarkston left at least one person dead and prompted an active police investigation. Detectives canvassed the scene while authorities seek tips.

Deputies responded to multiple calls after neighbors in Newton County reported an armed person attempting to enter homes. Officials say the weapon was seen but not fired and no injuries were reported.

A late push to let private citizens sue over relocated monuments failed by two votes in the Georgia House, leaving current rules and legal fights untouched.

A Woodstock homeowner wrestled a raccoon off his dog in video that shows the animal latching onto the pet. The man is now receiving rabies treatment and officials urge caution.

William Kadeem Brown pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter and was sentenced to 15 years after the 2024 Porterdale Bar & Grill shooting. The DA called the killing a "needless escalation."

New photos show construction inside The Center, the former CNN Center, as CP Group races to finish a 12‑vendor food hall and new restaurants before big events this spring.

Copart acquired a 228,705‑sq‑ft warehouse at 6077 Fulton Industrial Blvd to stage National Powersport Auctions inventory in Atlanta, according to industry reporting. The move expands Copart’s in‑market staging and auction capacity.

Delta and Amazon say Amazon Leo will bring gigabit‑class satellite internet to an initial 500 Delta planes starting in 2028, promising smoother streaming and new Delta Sync features.

Midtown International School will close this Friday. The board blamed dwindling full‑pay enrollment and rising scholarship demand, leaving families racing to find new seats.

Atlanta police released surveillance images after a masked man allegedly carjacked a woman’s running vehicle on Magnolia Way. Investigators are asking for dashcam or doorbell footage from March 29.

Two men have been arrested in connection with a March 24 shooting outside a Vine City food mart that killed a 35-year-old man. Homicide detectives say the probe is ongoing and prosecutors will review the case.

A 40-year-old Metro Atlanta woman died after a zipline outing in Puerto Rico; authorities say the death is under investigation and her family is working to repatriate her remains.

City filings show demolition plans for seven buildings along Peachtree Road, including the shuttered Elleven45 lounge, as the BeltLine prepares the Northwest Trail crossing.

The Georgia Board of Dentistry suspended Dr. Justin Scott’s license after an emergency order said his practice posed a danger to patients. Multiple patients told Channel 2 their treatments remain unfinished and some reported complications.

Clayton County Humane Society says its shelter is at capacity and cannot accept new animals; Street Paws is stepping in and officials warn against abandoning pets.

Douglasville police and deputies executed warrants at 16 Arbor Place Mall shops after undercover buys uncovered counterfeit jewelry, sunglasses and phone accessories.

A video shows a 7-year-old beaten on a KIPP school bus in Atlanta; the child’s mother says the school didn’t warn her and parents are demanding answers. KIPP says it will add supervision.

A Lilburn man was sentenced to 260 months after prosecutors say he supplied kilograms of meth and heroin to a Milledgeville trafficking ring.

A multi-agency fugitive task force arrested a man wanted in a March Glenwood Road robbery; he faces multiple felony charges and is being held in DeKalb County.

Stockbridge has named Orrin S. Hamilton, a 30‑year metro‑Atlanta veteran who led Austell PD, as the city's first Black police chief.

State regulators are investigating Barrow Memorial Gardens after a family says a paid headstone never arrived and a refund check bounced. The family wants closure.

Residents at The Hendrix say temporary valet, distant lots and disputed package fees haven't fixed the parking crunch after a garage collapse. Engineers are still assessing damage.

A man has been charged with murder in the disappearance of a metro Atlanta woman who vanished on Feb. 14; investigators say the charge follows an evidence‑led arrest.

Georgia's maternal deaths and racial gaps are rising. Experts and insurers say expanding doula access could cut complications and save lives.

A Brooklet father was arrested after a 6‑year‑old at Stilson Elementary was found with extensive bruises; DFCS has taken the child into protective custody amid an active investigation.

Jantzen Remone Fletcher, 52, was jailed after reports say he molested a 13-year-old at a Woodberry Drive home; he faces multiple felony counts including aggravated sexual battery.

A 15-year-old boy was shot Sunday in Virginia-Highland; police say the incident may have grown out of a domestic dispute. Detectives are investigating.

Police swarmed Atlanta’s Oakland City neighborhood Sunday night after reports of shots fired near the Oakland City MARTA stop; investigators were on scene into the night.

DeKalb County Schools joined a federal MDL alleging social platforms’ "addictive" designs harmed students and strained counselors, lockers and classroom time. The district seeks both past costs and long‑term funding.

Mayor Andre Dickens raised the unsolved 2021 killing of Katherine “Katie” Janness during a Monday press conference about Easter weekend violence. APD says the probe remains active and Crime Stoppers offers up to $25,000.

Timothy Hollingsworth 2s Hundredfold is headed to The Battery Atlanta this fall, bringing French 6technique comfort cooking to Five Ballpark Center. The project is managed by Patina Group and Delaware North.

LaGrange police arrested a second 16-year-old in the February Tall Pines Apartments shooting that left Marshawn Bailey dead; detectives say both teens are charged as adults.

Two Newton County teens were arrested after two late‑March drive‑by shootings that damaged property but left no one hurt. Police recovered a stolen car and a handgun during a Salem Road traffic stop.

Fulton County Chair Robb Pitts warned voters to confirm their registration on Georgia’s My Voter Page before the April 20 cutoff after reports of portal errors. The county lists email and phone support for anyone who needs help.

A viral clip from an April 4 8U game in Dalton shows coaches fighting at the pitcher’s mound. One coach was arrested and has been banned from future tournaments.

The EEOC says DHL Supply Chain denied a sickle-cell worker a reasonable accommodation, then fired her. The agency is seeking damages and policy changes.

Arrest warrants say six siblings were left alone for about 12 hours at a Douglasville home; a woman faces six counts of second-degree cruelty to children.

Federal agents raided several dermatology clinics across north Georgia and Tennessee Wednesday, seizing computers and canceling appointments at a Blue Ridge office.

A 22-year-old was shot Wednesday at Gordon Plaza on MLK Jr. Drive SW in southwest Atlanta. Police say the Aggravated Assault Unit is reviewing footage and no arrests have been made.

An early-morning stabbing at a Flat Shoals Road apartment left one person seriously injured; DeKalb police are investigating.

State figures show unemployment rose in January across all 12 GDOL regions, with the Atlanta area seeing a noticeable seasonal uptick. Officials say the move largely reflects holiday and seasonal hiring cycles.

The Georgia Music Office and Music Ready Communities Act passed the General Assembly and now heads to Gov. Brian Kemp. Advocates say the office will attract investment and certify music-friendly communities.

A Tucker High junior accepted to a military academy was found shot and killed in South Fulton woods; his family tracked his phone and is asking for tips.

A Pickens County man was arrested after deputies say he posted social-media threats that mentioned using a vehicle to harm people; he faces terroristic-threats and a probation-violation charge.

SDH Education East, a Sodexo unit, eliminated 74 dining jobs at Young Harris College, hitting campus food-service staff at the small North Georgia campus. More details and official statements are still pending.

A late-night fire heavily damaged a southwest Atlanta church; firefighters contained flames to the attic and no injuries were reported. Investigators are probing the cause.

Federal agents seized about 85 kilograms of meth in Norcross and charged two men after a coordinated DEA operation disrupted a shipment bound for metro Atlanta.

Brittney Griner is reportedly finalizing a seven-figure deal to join the Connecticut Sun after one season with the Atlanta Dream.

FBI Atlanta and Indonesian authorities moved to dismantle the W3LL phishing kit, which researchers say harvested credentials and enabled millions in attempted fraud. Local prosecutors are involved as investigators sift seized servers and domains.

WABE raised about $1.1M at a sold-out March benefit as the station pivots to community funding after losing $1.9M in federal support.

A 70-year-old inmate, George Ellis, was found unresponsive at Troup County Jail and later died; the Georgia Bureau of Investigation will probe the death. This is the jail’s second fatality in about a month.

Two men were shot Saturday night near Twin Cookz Barbecue on Fairington Road in DeKalb County; police say the investigation is active and are asking for tips.

Sergio Garcia smashed his driver on the No. 2 tee at Augusta National during the Masters, gouging the turf and leaving him to finish the round without the club. The outburst came after an errant tee shot and drew a stunned reaction from the gallery.

Deputies were working an incident Monday on Benji Boulevard in Rockdale County; the sheriff’s office asked people to avoid the area.

Delta is expanding TechOps into a $5B third‑party maintenance business, leaning on engine shops and outside contracts to grow revenue and skilled jobs in Atlanta.