Tanja Copeland is appointed Deputy Warden of Administration at Autry State Prison, with her role effective June 16, 2024. She has extensive experience in corrections and holds advanced degrees.

A DeKalb County officer was hospitalized after crashing into a dump truck during a chase for a suspected stolen car linked to multiple armed robberies. The stolen vehicle remains at large.

A man was shot multiple times in southwest Atlanta, with police beginning an investigation into the incident. The victim's condition and motive are unclear, and authorities seek information.

Malachi Chaney, son of "The Wire" actor Tray Chaney, is in rehab recovering from severe injuries suffered in a May tornado. After a 12-day hospital stay, he's now at Atlanta's Shepherd Rehabilitation Center focusing on healing from his brain injury.

Rapper Silentó was sentenced to 30 years for voluntary manslaughter in his cousin's death. He pleaded guilty but mentally ill and had confessed to the crime.

Carrollton police officer Dustin Kris was severely injured after being struck by a vehicle while on duty and is hospitalized in serious condition. An investigation is ongoing to determine if charges are warranted.

15-year-old Dominic Flowers was killed in a hit-and-run in Newton County. Joseph Ghebraamlak, 17, has been charged with vehicular homicide. The community and Flowers' family are seeking closure as the investigation continues.

Rapper Silento pleaded guilty but mentally ill to manslaughter and other charges for the 2021 shooting death of his cousin, receiving a 30-year prison sentence.

Georgia officer Kenneth Rankin arrested for leaking sensitive data, charges include Computer Theft and Violation of Oath of Office.

Portia Taylor was arrested in Atlanta for a fatal pedestrian accident, facing charges including Homicide by Vehicle and DUI. The 71-year-old victim was hit outside a crosswalk on May 18.

A man was stabbed during a verbal dispute on June 10 at 150 Peyton Place SW, with police responding at 5:17 pm. He sustained an arm wound and is being treated. The investigation is ongoing, and the Atlanta PD asks witnesses for information.

17-year-old Jackson Cole Croft died in a boating incident on Lake Allatoona, and his body was found by divers. He was a Woodstock High School student and racing enthusiast.

A man is recovering after being shot in the arm at his home in southwest Atlanta. The incident remains under investigation for motives and potential connections to another nearby shooting.