New documentary features Deacon Johnny Hollman
The death of beloved Deacon Johnny Hollman at the hands of an Atlanta police officer last August inspired a new documentary that premiere at Clark Atlanta University.
Laken Riley's death opens larger discussion about immigration, deportation
Despite the State choosing not to focus on Jose Ibarra's immigration status, and instead on the ample evidence they believed had implicated him, the murder of Laken Riley quickly turned into a contentious political debate with Republicans, spearheaded by President-elect Donald Trump.
Truck driver leads multi-agency high-speed chase after refusing to move from emergency lane
A wild chase unfolded Wednesday afternoon involving multiple law enforcement agencies and a semi-truck.
Ants take over Atlanta apartment building after renovations, residents say
A building in a southwest Atlanta neighborhood is undergoing renovations. Management started making upgrades at the GE Tower apartments in Mechanicsville, but some residents complained the conditions worsened once they moved back in. They were greeted by insects, mold and rodents.
Renovation from hell: GE Tower residents complain
Residents at GE Tower were relocated earlier this year for renovations. When they moved back in, they said they noticed some unwanted guests: insects, rodents and mold.
Trucker refuses to move, then leads high-speed chase
A semi-truck driver is being booked into the Bartow County Jail after leading police on a wild chase that began over a refusal to move.
Laken Riley's death by illegal immigrant sparks political firestorm
While the prosecution in the murder trial against Jose Ibarra spent very little time discussing his immigration status, Laken Riley's death quickly grew into a political issue. Republicans, led by President-elect Trump, blamed the Biden Administration's border policies.
Heartbreaking body cam footage shown in Laken Riley case
The family of Laken Riley has closed a heart-wrenching chapter of their lives with the end of the murder trial against illegal immigrant Jose Ibarra. The 26-year-old was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole over the killing of their loved one, a nursing student at Augusta University.
Hurricane Helene survivors in Macon County can now apply for cash grants, assistance locally
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has extended its reach to Macon County, North Carolina with a brand-new FEMA Disaster Recovery Center.
Troup County inmate escapes work release detail
Troup County deputies are searching for an escaped inmate.
Fake Verizon employees try to sell products at Coweta County stores, deputies say
The Coweta County Sheriff's Office is investigating reports of a couple of fake Verizon employees visiting multiple local businesses, trying to sell products.
Man critically injured in shooting on Joseph E. Lowery Boulevard, police say
Atlanta police are investigating a shooting in the 300 block of Joseph E. Lowery Boulevard.
Fulton County sheriff faces another overtime pay rejection amid employee exodus
The Fulton County Sheriff, once again, left a commission meeting empty-handed after asking for $2.1 million in overtime pay.
Lori Vallow: 'Doomsday Mom' appears in court as Arizona judge orders her to finish competency evaluation
After not showing up in court almost a week ago, Lori Vallow has appeared in court for a proceeding over whether her mental competency evaluation process should continue.
Fulton County sheriff denied overtime pay request
Fulton County Sheriff Patrick Labat's request for $2.1 million in overtime pay for his officers has reportedly been denied again by the commission.
Call a ride, don't get a DUI, Newnan police say
Police departments all over metro Atlanta will be stepping up patrols for the holidays because this is the time of year when drunk driving is most prevalent.
Atlanta Braves Chris Sales earns top MLB pitching honor of 2024
Congratulations are in order to LHP Chris Sale of the Atlanta Braves who just secured the 2024 National League Cy Young Award.
Netflix sued over Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson fight streaming issues
"60 million Americans were hyped to see ‘Iron’ Mike Tyson, ‘The Baddest Man on the Planet’ versus Youtuber-turner-prizefighter Jake Paul. What they saw was ‘The Baddest Streaming on Planet,’" reads the lawsuit.
Witnesses testify in deadly DUI hit-and-run trial
Testimony began in the trial of Jerome Cox, a man accused of running over and killing Cobb County 17-year-old Olivia Pugh. Prosecutors claim Cox was drunk at the time.
Newnan to step up DUI patrols over holidays
The Newnan Police Department has received a $43,000 grant from the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety for what’s called High Visibility Enforcement just in time for the holidays. They'll be on the lookout for all sorts of crime, especially drunk driving.