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White House July 10

Secret Service changes the agency has made post-Trump Butler assassination attempt

Former Secret Service Acting Director Ronald Rowe said in December 2024 that the immediate changes to the agency included expanding the use of drones for surveillance purposes.

North Carolina July 3

Delta plane wing flap lands in homeowner's driveway

A Boeing 737-900ER, operated by Delta, lost part of its wing flap during flight from Atlanta to Raleigh-Durham, landing safely with 109 passengers.

Georgia June 24

Midair parachute collision leads to tragedy for experienced skydiver

Tragedy at Thomaston airport as skydiver Jasmine Black dies following a midair collision with another jumper's gear, despite having completed over 160 jumps previously.

Georgia June 20

Georgia doctor posts gruesome autopsy photos of baby on Instagram, grieving parents awarded millions

Atlanta doctor must pay $2.25 million to grieving family after posting autopsy photos of their decapitated baby on Instagram without authorization following a birth complication.

Atlanta June 10

FBI director Kash Patel hails record drug bust; drugs seized could have killed nearly 50 million

FBI and DEA operation in Atlanta leads to arrest of Harralson, seizing 33 firearms and drugs worth $9 million, including Georgia's largest fentanyl seizure to date

Police and Law Enforcement June 4

Federal judge dismisses criminal charges against Atlanta police officer over death during arrest operation

Charges against former Atlanta police officer Sung Kim in the 2019 killing of Jimmy Atchison were dismissed this week by a federal judge, citing self-defense.

Homicide May 22

Georgia Tech student dies after being shot in the head at luxury apartment complex

A 23-year-old Georgia Tech student was fatally shot in a targeted attack. Police released video of a person of interest and are seeking public help in identifying the individual.

Travel May 8

Travelers weigh in on REAL ID rollout after 2005 law finally takes effect: ‘I think it's important'

The majority of travelers who spoke to Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ Digital from the Atlanta airport reported that the government effectively rolled out REAL ID laws that took effect on May 7.

Politics April 28

Democrat challenging 12-term rep slams 'retirement community' Congress amid youth revolt

A young Democrat who had a tense town hall exchange with Rep. David Scott, D-Ga., is now challenging him, in the latest iteration of the Biden effect.

FBI April 27

Supreme Court to hear arguments after FBI mistakenly raided woman's Atlanta home: 'We'll never be the same'

The U.S. Supreme Court is set to hear arguments in a legal battle over a woman's lawsuit after FBI agents mistakenly raided their home in Atlanta.

Atlanta April 22

Atlanta approves $1.4M settlement for family of man killed by officer acquitted in 2019 shooting

The Atlanta City Council settled for $1.4 million with the family of a man shot and killed in 2019 by a former Atlanta cop who was later acquitted.

College Basketball March 29

March Madness shooting in Atlanta puts man in ICU: report

Atlanta Police are investigating a shooting near State Farm Arena during Friday's March Madness game between Michigan State and Ole Miss.

Airlines February 26

Delta flight bound for Atlanta returns to Charlotte airport after takeoff due to 'mechanical issue'

A mechanical issues resulted in a Delta Air Lines flight bound for Atlanta returning to Charlotte, North Carolina., shortly after takeoff, the airline said.

Airlines February 24

Delta flight forced to return to Atlanta airport after 'haze' fills cabin

A Delta Air Lines flight was forced to return to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport on Monday after a "haze" filled the cabin, the airline said.

Atlanta February 23

Massive brawl erupts at Atlanta airport terminal, viral video shows

Several travelers were caught on camera tackling one another in a massive brawl that broke out at one of the world's busiest airports.

Politics February 17

Swalwell declares 'all crashes are Trump's fault' as he doubles down on plane disaster blame game

Rep. Eric Swalwell, D-Calif., declared that President Donald Trump has had more plane crashes in his first month in office than any U.S. president.

Illegal Immigrants January 31

More illegal migrants busted running massive gun-running operations

Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) has arrested two illegal migrants who the agency says were running a drugs and narcotics operation in Maryland and Georgia.

Georgia January 30

Georgia councilwoman tells ex-BLM mayor to stop playing 'victim' after charging Africa vacay to city card

A councilwoman slammed South Fulton Mayor Khalid Kamau for chastising the "all-Black council" for criticizing his lavish expenses to the city credit card.

Atlanta January 28

Blue city looks to halt homeless encampment sweeps after city truck crushes sleeping man

A 49-year-old homeless man died earlier this month after a homeless camp was being cleared by the city of Atlanta. Witnesses said a city truck crushed him.

Politics January 28

Former Atlanta mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms mulling Georgia gubernatorial run

Former Atlanta mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms said she is considering running in Georgia's 2026 gubernatorial election. She last served in the Biden administration.

Migrant Crime January 27

Trump administration carries out multiple raids targeting ‘criminal aliens’ in first weekend

ICE agents and their partners in federal and local law enforcement ramped up targeted raids over the weekend, seeking known "criminal aliens" accused of U.S. crimes.

Airports January 25

TSA officer reportedly caught with firearm in busy Atlanta airport is arrested

Police arrest a TSA officer who was allegedly carrying a firearm beyond the security checkpoint at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, a major travel hub.

College Football January 20

GBI agents spotted at CFP National Championship Game as part of buffed security following New Orleans tragedy

The College Football Playoff National Championship Game has the city of Atlanta beefing up security measures, including agents from the GBI getting boots on the ground.

Georgia January 20

Georgia man accused of stabbing off-duty Atlanta police officer after hit-and-run remains on the loose

Authorities are searching for a Georgia man accused of stabbing an off-duty Atlanta police officer during a confrontation after a hit-and-run over the weekend.

Atlanta January 15

Delta passenger discovers $4,500 in items stolen from checked luggage after flight

Alison Joyner of Atlanta discovered two of her designer purses, a blue Chanel bag and a Louis Vuitton clutch valued at $4,500, went missing after flying with Delta Airlines.

High School January 13

Hall of Famer, Ravens legend Ed Reed takes coaching job at Atlanta-area high school in surprising move

Two years ago, Ed Reed's coaching contract with Bethune-Cookman dissolved. But, now the NFL legend is taking an offensive coordinator role at the high school level.

Airlines January 10

Delta passengers evacuate flight on emergency slides during aborted takeoff

Delta Airlines flight aborts takeoff, passengers deboard via emergency slides

Politics January 4

Jimmy Carter's funeral services begin with trek to childhood home, Atlanta

Former President Jimmy Carter's week-long state funeral services began Saturday morning with a trek to his childhood home and the Carter Presidential Center.

Lifestyle December 24

The top 10 Christmas cities in the US, with a surprise city as the winner

Wallethub released a 2025 report on the best American cities to celebrate Christmas factoring in traditions & fun, observance, generosity, shopping, and costs.

US November 14

Georgia lineman killed, another injured after workplace accident: 'Tragic passing'

Veteran lineman Eric Weems died on Wednesday after equipment failed while working on a power project in Griffin, Georgia. Another lineman was also injured.