A severe thunderstorm warning briefly put Rabun County and nearby mountain towns on alert Sunday evening, with radar indicating gusts up to 60 mph and small hail.

A bomb threat briefly emptied the Walmart at Hwy 9 and Commerce Boulevard Sunday; deputies later cleared the scene, authorities said.

A late-night storm toppled a large tree on Wildwood Road NE and briefly knocked out power in pockets of metro Atlanta; crews had electricity back within about an hour.

Heat Advisory in effect Monday noon–8 p.m.; storms likely after noon. Expect gusty downpours during the evening commute.

A 13-year-old was bitten by a shark near Ossabaw Island; bystanders at Sunbury Crab Docks provided first aid while the Coast Guard and EMS stepped in.

A 23-year-old Kennesaw rider was killed after his motorcycle crashed into a tree at Church Road and Saddlebrook Creek Drive. Cobb County police say the STEP Unit is investigating.

WSB‑TV posted a video of a triple shooting in northwest Atlanta on Sunday; the clip gave few details and investigators are asking for tips.

Reports of celebratory gunfire forced an evacuation at Avondale Estates' Fourth of July fireworks; one person was detained and no injuries were reported.

Severe thunderstorms forced the FAA to issue a ground stop at Hartsfield‑Jackson ATL, pausing arrivals into the evening and snarling holiday travel.

A White County grand jury returned an indictment June 30 naming Salvador Velazquez on rape, kidnapping and armed robbery tied to a May 7 assault.

A downtown First Friday concert in Gainesville turned deadly Friday night; one man died and another was hospitalized as police investigate. Authorities are asking witnesses to come forward.

A Springfield man surrendered after police say he pistol-whipped a man Saturday night; he faces aggravated assault and firearm-related charges.

Stone Mountain Park closed its gates on July 4 after parking reached capacity during the Fantastic Fourth celebration, leaving late arrivals turned away.