A DeKalb County father and his girlfriend received sentences for the fatal beating of his 5-year-old daughter, Ja'Niyah Herring, initially claimed to be a car accident injury.

DeKalb County reports a raccoon with rabies, urging pet vaccination and caution to avoid wildlife interaction. Residents advised to secure trash and report abnormal pet behavior.

A man was shot dead in DeKalb County, with police yet to identify the victim or any suspects after responding to a shooting report on Glen Hollow Circle.

George Glezmann, a 65-year-old Atlanta man, was freed after over two years of Taliban captivity, thanks to efforts by the Trump administration and Qatari mediation.

Metro Atlanta's bars and restaurants gear up for March Madness with events, specials, and screenings, despite no legal sports betting in Georgia.

GDOT seeks public input on a potential Atlanta-Savannah rail service, with planning backed by federal and state funds targeting improved state connectivity.

Gwinnett County unveiled multiple infrastructure projects, including $1.3M renovations for Ivy Creek Greenway, a master plan for Jimmy Carter Blvd, new government building signage, and design work for a new transit center.

A Decatur father and his girlfriend received prison sentences for the fatal beating of his 5-year-old daughter; the father is serving life without parole, and the girlfriend 50 years with 30 in custody.

Celebrate Earth Day with family-friendly activities at Virginia Burton Gray Recreation Center in Riverdale, GA, including crafts, inflatables, and garden plots. The event is on April 26, with a $35 registration for gardening.

Atlanta Police seek a suspect for an armed robbery at a gas station, with approximately $3,500 stolen. The public is urged to provide any information.

Phong Nguyen discusses emergency planning on the "Clayton Connected Podcast," highlighting the importance of community preparedness and available resources.

Sen. Mangham hosted Divine Nine and HBCU reps at the Georgia Capitol to plan the 2026 Divine Nine and HBCU Day.

The GBI is investigating an officer-involved shooting in Brunswick, Georgia, where 18-year-old Larry Kirkland was injured after a confrontation with police.