Atlanta starts Thursday with sun and 72-degree temperatures, but afternoon thunderstorms could interrupt commutes and outdoor plans. Heat and daily storm chances linger through next week.

Negotiators spent the night trying to talk a man out of a bedroom in Atlanta's Pittsburgh neighborhood; police say no one was hurt.

A man was killed and at least four others were injured near Flats on Maple Street in Atlanta’s Vine City neighborhood. Police have not announced any suspects.

Sheriff Tyler Hooks says his office investigates every threat after a string of recent safety incidents at the Madison campus.

Atlanta starts Wednesday mostly sunny, but storms are likely this afternoon. Heavy rain, gusty winds and rising heat remain in the forecast through the weekend.

An Atlanta woman alleges a mislabeled tissue sample led to a cancer misdiagnosis and an unnecessary hysterectomy. Kaiser Permanente is named in the lawsuit.

A Douglas County woman accused in her boyfriend’s killing is seeking $75,000 for her defense. Her attorney says she needs the money to prove her innocence, while the victim’s father calls the appeal disrespectful.

Fulton County is asking a judge to let it collect 2026 property taxes before the digest is finalized. The fix could keep schools and local governments solvent — but may mean adjusted bills later.

Overflowing dumpsters and a broken compactor have left Magnolia Park residents battling pests and worsening living conditions. Many say moving is financially impossible.

A motorcycle pursuit from DeKalb into Rockdale ended with a crash, an airlift and a rider in stable condition.

A person was shot in a DeKalb County parking lot near Wesley Chapel Road and Snapfinger Woods Drive. The injuries were reported as non-life-threatening.

Eric Holder is backing Keisha Lance Bottoms as Georgia's governor's race becomes entangled with a broader Southern fight over redistricting and voting power.

Atlanta Public Schools turned back-to-school preparation into a packed family event, with supplies, wellness services and resources under one roof.