Man accused in Piedmont Park shooting identified
Atlanta police arrested a man after a report of shots fired at Piedmont Park led officers to recover two guns.
Atlanta police arrested a man after a report of shots fired at Piedmont Park led officers to recover two guns.
List of late summer & fall festivals in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | 2026
Fall festival season is here, and metro Atlanta and North Georgia has plenty to offer. Here is just some of the festivals that are happening in 2026.
Fall festival season is here, and metro Atlanta and North Georgia has plenty to offer. Here is just some of the festivals that are happening in 2026.
Things to do in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | Sept. 11-13, 2026
From hot air balloons and car shows to live music, festivals and plenty of food, there’s no shortage of things to do around metro Atlanta and North Georgia this week.
From hot air balloons and car shows to live music, festivals and plenty of food, there’s no shortage of things to do around metro Atlanta and North Georgia this week.
Woman accused of kidnapping 2 Atlanta sisters indicted
A woman accused of abducting two young sisters in Atlanta while babysitting them was indicted last week, according to Fulton County court records.
A woman accused of abducting two young sisters in Atlanta while babysitting them was indicted last week, according to Fulton County court records.
West Nile virus found in Chastain Park mosquito trap
City officials are spraying areas of Chastain Park after a mosquito trap tested positive for West Nile Virus.
City officials are spraying areas of Chastain Park after a mosquito trap tested positive for West Nile Virus.
Atlanta's wealthiest ZIP codes are probably where you think
If you've ever driven through Buckhead and thought, "There seems to be some money around here," congratulations. Your instincts were pretty good.
If you've ever driven through Buckhead and thought, "There seems to be some money around here," congratulations. Your instincts were pretty good.
Georgia Tech memorial honors 9/11 victims 25 years later
Hundreds of small American flags have been placed near Tech Green at Georgia Tech to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks.
Hundreds of small American flags have been placed near Tech Green at Georgia Tech to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks.
9/11 Remembrance events in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | 2026
Communities across metro Atlanta and North Georgia will mark the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks with ceremonies, memorials and special events.
Communities across metro Atlanta and North Georgia will mark the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks with ceremonies, memorials and special events.
Several vehicles found burned near Atlanta's Old Fourth Ward
At least three badly burned vehicles were found near Atlanta's Old Fourth Ward neighborhood.
At least three badly burned vehicles were found near Atlanta's Old Fourth Ward neighborhood.
Wild video shows person dangling after I-20 crash in Atlanta
A wild crash scene along Interstate 20 in Atlanta is getting plenty of attention on social media after video showed a person's legs dangling from an overpass.
A wild crash scene along Interstate 20 in Atlanta is getting plenty of attention on social media after video showed a person's legs dangling from an overpass.
1 dog killed, another rescued in Lenox Road apartment fire, officials say
One dog was killed, and another dog and several residents were rescued when a fire broke out inside a Lenox Road apartment complex Wednesday afternoon, according to fire officials.
One dog was killed, and another dog and several residents were rescued when a fire broke out inside a Lenox Road apartment complex Wednesday afternoon, according to fire officials.
2 arrested, 1 on the run after shots fired at Piedmont Park, police say
Two people were detained and police are still looking for another person after shots were fired at Piedmont Park on Wednesday afternoon, according to Atlanta Police Chief Darin Schierbaum.
Two people were detained and police are still looking for another person after shots were fired at Piedmont Park on Wednesday afternoon, according to Atlanta Police Chief Darin Schierbaum.
Fugitive cartel boss sentenced for Atlanta cocaine pipeline
A drug lieutenant who spent more than a decade hiding from federal authorities was sentenced to nearly 19 years in federal prison for his role in running massive cocaine and cash smuggling operations for Mexican cartels in Atlanta and other U.S. cities.
A drug lieutenant who spent more than a decade hiding from federal authorities was sentenced to nearly 19 years in federal prison for his role in running massive cocaine and cash smuggling operations for Mexican cartels in Atlanta and other U.S. cities.
Reward doubled for fugitive in Atlanta ICE building attack
The FBI has increased its reward from $10,000 to $20,000 for information in the search for Ronald Scott Watson.
The FBI has increased its reward from $10,000 to $20,000 for information in the search for Ronald Scott Watson.
Atlanta tackles e-bikes, Beltline rail and parking rules
From getting around on two wheels to potentially riding the rails — and knowing exactly what you'll pay to park — several transportation changes are underway or under consideration in Atlanta.
From getting around on two wheels to potentially riding the rails — and knowing exactly what you'll pay to park — several transportation changes are underway or under consideration in Atlanta.
Georgia weather brings back the '90s — and not in a fun way
The '90s are making a comeback in Georgia this week. Unfortunately, we're talking temperatures, not Tamagotchis, boy bands and dial-up internet.
The '90s are making a comeback in Georgia this week. Unfortunately, we're talking temperatures, not Tamagotchis, boy bands and dial-up internet.
Atlanta accepts Fulton County $68M offer for city detention center
Mayor Andre Dickens announced Tuesday that the City of Atlanta has accepted a $68 million offer from Fulton County to purchase the Atlanta City Detention Center.
Mayor Andre Dickens announced Tuesday that the City of Atlanta has accepted a $68 million offer from Fulton County to purchase the Atlanta City Detention Center.
Fake online bank pages exposed in multi-million dollar conspiracy
A Russian web developer was extradited to Atlanta to face federal fraud charges for running a massive bank account takeover scheme that stole millions from victims across the nation.
A Russian web developer was extradited to Atlanta to face federal fraud charges for running a massive bank account takeover scheme that stole millions from victims across the nation.
Six Flags saves ArieForce One after Fun Spot Atlanta closes
Six Flags has acquired ArieForce One, the massive roller coaster that operated at the now-closed Fun Spot America Atlanta in Fayetteville.
Six Flags has acquired ArieForce One, the massive roller coaster that operated at the now-closed Fun Spot America Atlanta in Fayetteville.
Atlanta Dragon Con draws 75,000 attendees, raises $320K for charity
Dragon Con brought 75,000 pop culture fans to downtown Atlanta for its 40th anniversary celebration over Labor Day weekend.
Dragon Con brought 75,000 pop culture fans to downtown Atlanta for its 40th anniversary celebration over Labor Day weekend.