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Demonstrators rally in metro Atlanta to protest efforts by President Trump, Elon Musk
Thousands of people marched from Piedmont Park to the State Capitol.
Human remains found in Lamar County
The GBI said in a news release the remains were discovered on April 5.
Atlanta’s Dwight Howard and Maya Moore named to 2025 Basketball Hall of Fame class
Atlanta legends Dwight Howard and Maya Moore were officially named to the 2025 Basketball Hall of Fame class during Final Four weekend.
404 Day Parade marches through downtown Atlanta
Atlanta’s first-ever 404 Day Parade marched through downtown Saturday, celebrating city pride with floats, music, and community spirit.
Five hospitalized after crash involving DeKalb police officer, officials say
A DeKalb County officer, two adults, and two children were hospitalized after a multi-car crash near Stone Mountain. Everyone is expected to recover.
1 arrested in deadly Cartersville shooting, police say
The shooting happened on the night of April 4 in a parking lot on North Tennessee Street, police said.
Deputy accused of hitting, tasing restrained inmate, GBI says
A former Coweta County deputy has been arrested after a GBI investigation found he hit and tased a restrained inmate, officials said.
Marjorie Taylor Greene’s ex-husband apologizes to Muslim women seen in viral video
Perry Greene, Marjorie Taylor Greene’s ex-husband, apologized to three Muslim women Friday after a confrontation during prayer went viral.
A flower shop, a fresh start: How this Georgia non-profit helps those with disabilities find work
A Georgia nonprofit placed more than 1,300 adults with disabilities in jobs last year, including Haley Dahl.
UPDATE | Police reveal names of the 4 dead, including a 2-year-old, in Friday's homicide at Perry mobile home park
Police said they learned about the homicides during a wellness check around 6:45 p.m. on Friday. A captain with the police office said it was a "stabbing incident."
Free Wellstar training helps metro Atlanta workers switch careers
A Georgia mom of five is training for a surgical career through Wellstar’s free program that includes paid training and job placement.
Man killed after apartment dispute in Washington Park
A 58-year-old man was killed inside a Washington Park apartment after an argument turned violent, according to Atlanta police.
Prince George's County man mistakenly deported to El Salvador must be returned to the U.S. by Monday, judge orders
The lawyer representing the DOJ struggled to defend the actions of the U.S. government and admitted that Abrego Garcia should not have been deported.
57 years later, MLK’s legacy still drives the King family’s mission
The King Center honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 57 years after his assassination with a wreath-laying ceremony in Atlanta.
Man in custody after allegedly shooting, killing his co-worker at Georgia poultry farm: sheriff
The shooting happened at Plantation Quail, a quail procession company owned by Quail International, on Highway 15 South in Greensboro, Georgia.
Man accused in death of pregnant Gwinnett teen granted bond again
Jesus Monroy, 20, is facing charges in 16-year-old Mia Campos' death. Her body was found in a wooded area near her home in July. She was seven months pregnant.
Funeral details released for Atlanta rapper Young Scooter
The 39-year-old died last Friday on his birthday.
Wildfire at Big Ridge now 88% contained, officials state | Area still closed
The burn ban has been lifted in Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest, but Big Ridge remains closed through April 30.
Atlanta Braves home opener | Forecast
It'll be a warm evening at Truist Park.
Dahlonega treehouse makes list of Airbnb's most popular rentals
In Georgia, KindleRidge- a treehouse property tucked away in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Dahlonega- is representing on the list for the Peach State.
