DeKalb County to open a day center with services for homeless people
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — DeKalb County officials are planning to open a day center to provide services for people who are homeless. This would be a place where people who are homeless could go during the day to eat, clean up and receive other services, such as mental health services.
FBI investigates mass shooting as potential act of terrorism
The FBI and Austin Police are investigating a mass shooting at Buford’s Backyard Beer Garden on Sixth Street that left three dead and 14 injured early Sunday, March 1, 2026. Authorities identified the gunman as 53-year-old Ndiaga Diagne, a naturalized citizen from Senegal. Investigators are probing a "potential nexus...
Cambridge High School in Fulton County locked down because of intruder
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Cambridge High School in Milton briefly went into a “hard lockdown” Monday because of an intruder, according to Fulton County Schools. Principal Ashley Agans wrote two letters to parents explaining the incident, which the school district shared with Atlanta News First.
Former Jackson County attorney found dead in apparent murder
JACKSON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – A former Jackson County attorney is dead in what police are calling a murder. 44-year-old Ladray Brandan Gilbert was found dead in his Atlanta apartment in Fulton County last Thursday morning. The Fulton County Medical Examiner’s office says he died from multiple gunshot wounds. If...
Great-grandmother slapped on backside while shopping at Kroger in DeKalb County
A great-grandmother says she was traumatized after a man slapped her hard on her backside while she was grocery shopping.
‘They found 13 pieces of her’: Woman who chopped up ‘cash cow’ girlfriend after...
A woman accused of murdering her "cash cow" girlfriend who tried leaving her and chopping her up into 13 "pieces" is facing an 80-count indictment in Georgia. The post 'They found 13 pieces of her': Woman who chopped up 'cash cow' girlfriend after she tried moving away, then spent years living as her facing 80-count...
9-year-old shot at DeKalb County apartment complex; investigation underway
Investigators are working to determine whether the shooting was accidental and believe a sibling may have been involved.
Blood Moon: How To Watch the Total Lunar Eclipse in Atlanta
Mark your calendars and set those alarms, Atlanta! A spectacular total lunar eclipse – famously known as the Blood Moon – will dazzle North Georgia skies in the early morning hours of Tuesday, March 3, 2026 (with initial phases technically beginning late on March 2 in some global time zones).
13 Iconic Yet Affordable Restaurants In Georgia That Locals Can’t Get Enough Of
Georgia is overflowing with incredible food spots that locals return to week after week for flavors that feel both comforting and exciting. From Atlanta’s iconic diners serving hearty breakfasts to Savannah’s cozy comfort food favorites dishing out soulful classics, great meals here never require a luxury budget....
Retired Fulton Deputy Mowed Down While Directing Traffic at Atlanta Marathon
A retired Fulton County Sheriff's deputy was struck by a vehicle while working a traffic detail in downtown Atlanta early Sunday, turning a marathon morning into a crime scene just off the race course. The collision happened near the intersection of Ted Turner Drive and Mitchell Street during activities for the...

















