A Frisco man was sentenced to 20 years after prosecutors say he transported and sexually abused a minor at an Atlanta furry convention. Lifetime supervised release was also ordered.

A person was found dead inside a burning mobile home in Spalding County early Tuesday; the coroner says the investigation is ongoing.

GDOT has launched a $10M study and public survey to explore passenger rail between Atlanta and Savannah. The early work will narrow routes, stations and environmental next steps.

Body‑cam footage shows a teenager attempting to switch stolen cars and a high‑speed chase that sent vehicles scattering through Newnan’s busy retail corridor.

A proposed Woodstock ordinance would ban motorized devices from sidewalks, expand a downtown no‑ride zone and set age and speed limits to reduce conflicts on busy Main Street.

Sudden storms flooded low-lying roads in Nashville and other Southern metros, stranding vehicles and snarling morning commutes.

FICO’s new survey finds 74% of prospective buyers feel blocked by prices and rates; policy and new scoring tools may widen access for some local buyers.

Shots fired from nearby woods struck a woman on a Jonesboro patio; she’s in stable condition and police have not located any suspects. Detectives continue to investigate.

Atlanta police say a 51-year-old turned himself in and has been charged in the 1999 killing of Bridgett Lockhart; detectives continue to seek tips.

A man was shot near the Peachtree Hills shopping center Monday night; witnesses heard two shots and police say the victim was alert and breathing.

A Henry County jury cleared former Stockbridge Elementary special‑education teacher Linda Sturdivant of 13 simple‑battery counts. The verdict closes the criminal case but leaves questions about next steps.

The family behind Aliera agreed to a $5.1M California settlement, but filings show they claim they can’t pay the full amount while thousands remain with unpaid medical bills.

A toddler was found unharmed after Valdosta police forced entry into a Mack Drive home; two adults were found dead in an apparent murder‑suicide.