A SWAT standoff in Atlanta ended with an arrest after two officers were injured in a shooting on Cheshire Bridge Road. The incident began with reports of gunfire and lasted several hours.

Day 5 of the Tara Baker murder trial focused on forensic evidence, particularly DNA testing and hair analysis, with complications arising from the use of outdated evidence.

A judge set a 10-day deadline for setting a trial date for Dr. Devon Horton, former superintendent charged with embezzlement and fraud. Lawyers face challenges subpoenaing documents for the case expected to last 3-4 weeks.

A CSX train derailed in Palmetto, GA with no injuries; six cars, not hazardous, were affected. The cause is unknown; previous similar incidents stir safety concerns.

Dontiez McKinnon was arrested in Snellville for failing to adhere to sex offender registration laws following an investigation by Gwinnett County authorities.

A North Carolina man received a maximum federal sentence for sending antisemitic threats to two Georgia figures who supported defining antisemitism in state law.

Kwame Shabazz was arrested by Gwinnett County Police, linked to a sexual assault, following a public appeal and is awaiting transfer to Fulton County Jail.

Medicus Brown surrendered to authorities after a manhunt for his involvement in a shooting at the Decatur Library. He is charged with aggravated assault and firearm possession during the crime.

A body was found in a river near a Jackson County car crash site; the GBI is investigating, with local agencies assisting. The deceased may be the crash's driver. Autopsy is pending and authorities seek information.

Christopher Upshaw pleaded guilty to mail fraud in a $17 million pandemic relief scheme, facing up to 30 years in prison. His co-defendants also pleaded guilty.

Marietta parents Michael Horn and Alexiss Eitrem are charged with felonies after their 5-year-old son died following time on life support. The child had visible injuries; four siblings are now in custody of child services.

Former South Fulton Mayor Khalid Kamau pleaded guilty to misdemeanor trespass, avoiding a felony. He must serve probation, do community service, and avoid social media.

Four family members died in a DeKalb County house fire; their identities and the cause of the fire are under investigation.