Winter solstice 2021: Dec. 21 marks 1st day of winter, shortest day of year
The winter solstice marks the first day of winter in the Northern Hemisphere. Here are facts about the annual event.
Former Sen. Johnny Isakson dies at 76
Former U.S. Senator Johnny Isakson died Sunday at the age of 76.
Georgia Bulldogs football legend Charley Trippi celebrates 100th birthday
Charley Trippi played football at the University of Georgia during the 1942, 1945 and 1946 seasons. Georgia was selected as the consensus national champion in 1942. In Trippi's last season, Georgia went 11-0 and won the Sugar Bowl.
Georgia National Guard celebrates 385 years of service
The Georgia National Guard marked 385 years of service in the state with a ceremony at the Clay National Guard Center in Marietta.
National Guard's 385th birthday is Dec. 13: Learn more about its founding
December 13, 2021, marks the 385th birthday of the National Guard. On this date in 1636, "the first militia regiments in North America were organized in Massachusetts," as the Guard itself notes.
How to watch: Geminid meteor shower to peak Monday night
If you’re outside overnight, look up. You might see a shooting star!
Ryan, Falcons stay hot on the road, beat Panthers 29-21
Matt Ryan threw for 190 yards and a touchdown, Mykal Walker returned an interception of Cam Newton 66 yards for a touchdown and the Atlanta Falcons continued to play well on the road with a 29-21 win over the Carolina Panthers on Sunday.
Anne Rice, 'Interview With the Vampire' author, dies at 80
Anne Rice was the author of the 1976 novel “Interview With the Vampire,” which was adapted into the 1994 movie and is also set to be adapted again in an upcoming TV series.
Vicente Fernández, beloved Mexican singer, dies at 81
Vicente Fernández,was known for hits such as “El Rey,” “Volver, Volver” and “Lástima que seas ajena,” and his command of the ranchera and mariachi styles of music attracted fans far beyond Mexico’s borders.
Super Bowl champ Demaryius Thomas found dead at 33 in Roswell home
NFL Pro Bowler and Super Bowl champ Demaryius Thomas was found dead in his Roswell home after his family says he had a seizure in his shower. He was just 33 years old.
Michael Nesmith of the Monkees dies at 78
Michael Nesmith, the singer-songwriter, author, actor-director and entrepreneur who will likely be best remembered as the wool-hatted, guitar-strumming member of the made-for-television rock band The Monkees, has died at 78.
Philanthropist, Publix Super Markets heiress Carol Jenkins Barnett dies at 65
Carol Jenkins Barnett, the daughter of Publix Super Markets founder George W. Jenkins, died Tuesday at the age of 65, the company confirmed. She had been diagnosed with younger-onset Alzheimer's disease back in 2016.
US marks 80 years since Pearl Harbor attack; President Biden visits WWII Memorial
The nation is marking 80 years since the bombing of Pearl Harbor by remembering those killed in the attack that launched the U.S. into World War II.
Former U.S. Senator David Perdue formally announces run for Georgia governor
Former Republican Sen. David Perdue formally announced his campaign for Georgia governor in 2022.
Claude Humphrey, former Falcon and Football Hall of Famer, dies at 77
Pro Football Hall of Famer Claude Humphrey, one of the NFL’s most fearsome pass rushers during the 1970s with the Atlanta Falcons but long overlooked on mostly losing teams, has died at the age of 77.
Holiday shipping deadlines approach for FedEx, UPS, USPS customers
The busiest time of the season for USPS begins two weeks before Christmas.
No. 1 Georgia looks to become top dog over Alabama in SEC
Nick Saban and the Alabama Crimson Tide have faced sporadic challengers during their long reign over the Southeastern Conference.
Parents of accused Oxford shooter are headed back to area for arraignment, say attorneys
UPDATE (4:15 p.m.): The parents of teen shooting suspect Ethan Crumbley are returning to the area for their arraignment according to attorneys Shannon Smith and Mariell Lehman.
Officer, 3 others dead after shootout in Clayton County neighborhood
A Clayton County police officer was killed in a shootout with a suspect while on a domestic violence call in a normally quiet Rex neighborhood Tuesday evening. Two other women and the gunman are also dead, police said.
Suspect who wounded 2 DeKalb deputies dies in shootout, sheriff says
Two DeKalb County deputies have been shot while serving a warrant near Covington Highway early Wednesday morning. The suspect remains on the run.