Jose Rivera was sentenced to over 18 years in prison for shooting at a police officer and other firearms offenses after a crime spree in Cartersville.

A juvenile was arrested in Gwinnett County for making a hoax school shooting threat on social media. Police took swift action, highlighting the seriousness of such threats.

The Senate Special Committee on Investigations in Georgia will hold its sixth hearing to investigate Fulton County DA Fani Willis for alleged misconduct. The event is open to the public and will include testimony from significant legal figures.

Atlanta police found a male deceased at a Piedmont Road residence, with investigators later indicating the death appeared to be a self-inflicted wound.

Anna Megan Brock has been arrested by the GBI for alleged theft and false statements involving Buchanan Police Department funds. A $1,000 bond has been posted and the GBI continues its investigation.

An off-duty officer exchanged gunfire with an erratic SUV on Howell Mill Rd. No injuries were reported; the SUV fled and the incident is under investigation.

A man was fatally shot in Rockdale County, and a suspect is in custody. The victim and suspect's identities are withheld, and the sheriff's office is investigating without a released motive.

Cledir Barros faces a third trial in Gwinnett County for his daughter's death after two mistrials, while questions of his knowledge of the abuse remain central.

Two bodies were found after a house fire on Cohassett Lane in Decatur, with the cause of the blaze remaining unknown. Firefighters rescued an animal from the flames and the investigation is ongoing.

An off-duty Atlanta police officer's car was shot at by an SUV driver; the officer was unharmed. The shooter escaped and the police are seeking information.

The GBI is investigating an officer-involved shooting in Clarkesville, where Aaron Patterson was critically injured after allegedly confronting officers with a rifle.

A man was hospitalized after a stabbing in Atlanta; the suspect, who knew the victim, was arrested. The victim is stable and the investigation is ongoing.

LaGrange Police are searching for Antoine Felix, 19, who faces charges including child molestation and aggravated battery against a toddler. The public is encouraged to help with any information.