Clayton County Man Sentenced to Two Life Terms for Raping 14-year-old Girl
JONESBORO, Ga. — A Clayton County jury has found a 47-year-old man guilty on multiple charges stemming from a 2020 case involving a minor, according to District Attorney Tasha M. Mosley. Mcdouglas Nettles was convicted on eight of the 11 charges included in his indictment. Some of the charges...
Nationwide theft ring largest in Home Depot’s history
Surveillance video captured thieves pocketing merchandise inside a Home Depot in California – part of a group investigators say is linked to more than $10 million in stolen merchandise.
This Georgia Burger Stop Turns a Vintage Bus Into One of the State’s Most...
Tucked into the small town of Ball Ground, Georgia, there’s a burger spot unlike anything you’ve probably seen before. The Ball Ground Burger Bus serves up seriously delicious burgers from inside a restored vintage bus, making every visit feel like a meal and an adventure rolled into one.
Old Kirkwood Warehouse Cheats Wrecking Ball as New Homes Hit Pullman Yards
A mid-century warehouse on Rogers Street is getting a second act instead of a demolition notice, as a fresh batch of for-sale homes prepares to rise across from Pullman Yards. Under New Management has kicked off site work on the Kirkwood corner and plans to pair an adaptive reuse of The Warehouse Lofts with a new...
Pet of the day: Kirby
Paws Atlanta brings in a puppy named Kirby for adoption. For more information.
Construction worker rescued after falling 15 feet into manhole
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A construction worker is expected to be alright after falling into a large hole at a downtown Atlanta work site. The incident happened overnight Thursday in the 100 block of Trinity Avenue near Shirley Franklin Boulevard. Atlanta Fire and Rescue crews said the...
Georgia secures $2 billion pharmaceutical investment set to transform life sciences sector, 330 new...
Atlanta, Georgia – A major international investment is set to reshape Georgia’s life sciences landscape, as state leaders confirmed plans for a new pharmaceutical manufacturing facility backed by a $2 billion commitment. The project signals a significant step forward for both the state’s economy and its growing role...
Big Boi to Headline Free 404 Day Block Party in Atlanta
Atlanta is gearing up for a major hometown celebration on Saturday, April 4, 2026 — better known as 404 Day, a nod to the city’s iconic area code. Rap legend Big Boi, one half of the groundbreaking duo OutKast, will headline a free all-day block party that blends music, food, and local culture in true ATL fashion.
‘Clinging to a branch:’ A cry in the water leads to rescue of missing...
What began as every parent’s worst nightmare ended in relief, thanks to quick action, teamwork, and a community that refused to give up.
Atlanta police ‘bomb proofing’ horses for 2026 FIFA World Cup
ATLANTA - The world is coming to Atlanta this summer for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and public safety is a top priority as the city prepares to host eight matches, including a semifinal. What we know:. With thousands of fans expected downtown, the Atlanta Police Department is stepping up...

















