Bomb threats received by schools in Jackson, Hall counties

The Jackson County School System delayed the start of school Friday morning after receiving “computer-generated bomb threats" targeting its campuses overnight.

‘Love & Hip Hop’ star 'Betty Idol' arrested, accused of $200K real estate scam

Reality TV star Salomes Jackson ("Betty Idol"), known for her appearances on Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta, was arrested in Volusia County for her alleged role in a $196,000 real estate scam.

Alabama executes Jeremy Williams for 2021 murder of Georgia girl

Alabama executed 42-year-old Jeremy Williams by lethal injection for the 2021 rape and murder of 5-year-old Kamarie Holland.

Funeral set for DeKalb coach who died saving girl

Funeral services have been announced for DeKalb County educator Derrick Lavelle Moore, who died after rescuing a girl from a rip current in Myrtle Beach.

Kitten survives 800-mile ride under car from NJ to Georgia

A stray kitten survived an approximately 800-mile trip from New Jersey to Georgia while tucked underneath a UGA student's car.

Body found in driveway in DeKalb County, investigation underway

A death investigation is underway after a person was reportedly found dead in the driveway of a DeKalb County home Friday morning.

I-285 closure in southwest Fulton County: What drivers need to know

Drivers on Atlanta's westside should prepare for severe traffic delays this weekend as the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) shuts down all lanes of I-285 in southwest Fulton County.

Georgia heat wave: Hottest weather of summer arrives this weekend

The hottest stretch of the summer so far is bearing down on Georgia, with temperatures climbing into the 90s and oppressive humidity pushing the heat index into dangerous territory.

Man charged after equipment theft, I-75 chase

A man faces multiple charges after Atlanta police say he stole landscaping equipment from a work truck and later ran across several lanes of Interstate 75 while trying to get away from officers.

13-year-old missing in DeKalb County, search underway

DeKalb County police are searching for missing 13-year-old, Darvin, also known as Marvin, who was last seen in Stone Mountain earlier this week.

6 arrested in DeKalb County $2.8M marijuana bust

Six individuals were arrested in a $2.8 million drug bust following a traffic stop last week in DeKalb County.

Siemens investing $185 million in Pendergrass manufacturing plant

Gov. Brian Kemp announced Siemens will invest at least $185 million in a new advanced manufacturing facility in Pendergrass, creating over 1,400 jobs in Jackson County.