GBI investigating officer involved shooting
A Fulton County Police officer shot and killed an individual who was breaking into their patrol car and then charged at the officer with a metal pipe in hand, according to the GBI.
Wreck in southern Hall County leads to minor injuries, intersection closure
A wreck near Buford in southern Hall County left one driver with non-life-threatening injuries on Saturday. According to the Georgia State Patrol (GSP), they responded to the intersection of Friendship Road and Ridge Road at around 11 a.m. to investigate the crash. They determined a Chevrolet Colorado driven by...
Downtown Connector in Atlanta Shut Down After Man Threatens to Jump From Bridge
Traffic came to a standstill yesterday on the downtown connector northbound through Atlanta when authorities closed the interstate to respond to a person threatening to jump from an overpass. The situation was resolved safely, with the individual receiving help. đźš§ What Happened:. Police closed all northbound lanes...
Woman came to pick up car after DeKalb driver arrested. Then she got arrested,...
A woman who attempted to do a good deed for another person has now found herself behind bars.
DeKalb County grad with $3.4 million in scholarships picks his future school
DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. — Jaedin Wright, a recent graduate at McNair High School, drew a lot of attention by turning rejection into opportunity, earning more than $3.4 million in college scholarships after his top-choice school turned him down. Now his story has an update: He's decided which among the...
Fulton County identifies officer in shooting on McDaniel Street, says shooting was self-defense
Multiple police agencies are investigating a shooting in southwest Atlanta.
Gwinnett County Celebrates New Art Installations with Unveiling Event at Bicentennial Plaza in Lawrenceville
Gwinnett County will celebrate the installation of two public art sculptures at the new Bicentennial Plaza and Trailhead tomrorow. The stainless steel works, titled "Make A Wish" and "Vibrantly Connected," were created by Georgia artist David Landis. According to the Gwinnett County release, the sculptures are...
Atlanta Police Investigate Fatal Shooting at Mozley Park, Community Honors Victim with Balloon Release
Tragedy struck at Mozley Park in Atlanta when 27-year-old Zantrez Cummings was fatally shot after approaching a parked vehicle. The incident, as reported by FOX 5 Atlanta, occurred around 9:30 p.m. last Tuesday. "We believe the victim just happened to walk up to a vehicle and, for whatever reason, they opened fire,"...
Vigil held in Atlanta for pregnant woman being kept alive
New Tiny Door in Atlanta raises awareness for arthritis. Final weekend of Georgia Renaissance Festival in Fulton County. Blavity Fest celebrates Black innovation in Atlanta. Blavity Fest celebrates Black innovation in Atlanta. WWII veterans honored at Hartsfield-Jackson before flying to France. Updated: 6 hours ago....
10 dynamic Black festivals you can’t miss in 2025
Here are 10 dynamic festivals to consider attending this summer. These events celebrate culture, creativity, entrepreneurship, food, music, and the global influence of the African diaspora:. Juneteenth ATL Parade & Music Festival – Atlanta, GA. June 14–15, 2025. One of the largest Juneteenth celebrations in the...