A GBI investigation led to the arrest of former Baldwin assistant police chief Justin Ferguson after money was found missing from the department's evidence room.

Quenisha Poole was convicted in the 2024 shooting death of her mother's boyfriend and sentenced to life with parole eligibility plus five years.

A Lenox man was sentenced to 15 years after prosecutors say he sextorted a 16‑year‑old he met on Snapchat. The FBI recovered child sexual abuse material from his phone.

Scattered showers and thunderstorms are likely this afternoon into evening; expect gusty winds and brief heavy downpours.

GID completed phase one of its $2B High Street project in Dunwoody and landed a major office tenant, setting the stage for the next buildout.

Three out-of-state people were indicted by a Cobb County grand jury on arson and property-damage charges tied to a 2022 attack on a contractor linked to the Atlanta training center.

The Atlanta Press Club will stream three days of primary debates April 26–28, featuring nearly 85 candidates for statewide and congressional races ahead of May 19.

Wildfire smoke hazes Atlanta this morning while the day warms to about 84°F. Showers and thunderstorms arrive late Friday night into Saturday.

A cyclist was sent airborne in a hit-and-run on the Atlanta Beltline; the rider says the driver fled and is urging witnesses to come forward.

Elmington and Benefit Street paid $73.25M for the 433‑unit Resia Tributary in Douglasville and will rebrand it Sylvan Tributary. The sale spotlights investor demand for newer apartments along Atlanta's I‑20 corridor.

An Atlanta podcaster was sentenced to seven years after prosecutors say he used stolen identities to steal about $3.8M in pandemic unemployment benefits. Restitution will be set later.

Henry County commissioners dismissed County Manager Cheri Matthews Wednesday, saying new leadership is needed as the county handles rapid growth. An interim manager is expected to be named within days.

Wildfire smoke from south Georgia has left Atlanta hazy this morning; Air Quality may reach Code Orange and fire danger is elevated. Expect sunny, warm afternoon highs.