Family members say 20-year-old Derek Samuel’s body was found Sunday at the Reserve at Redwine in East Point; investigators say the probe is ongoing.

A fatal collision closed all southbound lanes of I‑85 in Jackson County early Monday, snarling the morning commute as investigators worked the scene. Traffic backups stretched for miles.

Firefighters battled a paint‑store blaze in metro Atlanta Sunday as thick smoke rose above the area; officials had not immediately released the cause.

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

A woman died after a stabbing aboard a MARTA train Saturday; a suspect was arrested at Oakland City Station as detectives investigate.

Atlanta police investigated a shooting focused on the 600 block of Lee Street SW; the victim was reported alert and breathing as detectives processed the scene.

A three-day police search in a Douglasville subdivision ended Friday; neighbors say investigators haven't explained why and sources link the operation to a body found nearby.

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.

Hayden Hancock was cited for DUI, speeding and an open container and placed on administrative leave while the city investigates.

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.

A suspected war-era grenade was found among donations at a Peachtree City nonprofit; Clayton County EOD removed it and police say there was no malicious intent.

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.

A person was shot near a Chevron on Joseph E. Lowery Boulevard late Friday; police say the victim is alert and investigators are searching for suspects.