UGA professor accused of pedophilia has fled U.S., officials say
A University of Georgia professor has fled the United States days after he was accused in a viral video of pedophilia during one of his classes.
Rabun County high school cafeteria worker charged with child molestation
The Rabun County High School cafeteria worker is now facing charges of child molestation, grooming a minor, and sexual exploitation of a child, deputies say.
Georgia police warning parents after martini found in student's lunchbox
South Fulton police say the canned lemon drop martini was found in a student's lunchbox.
Ex-Home Depot employee sentenced to prison for stealing over $4 million
Prosecutors say the Georgia Home Depot associate used her credentials and the COVID-19 pandemic to steal more than 8,000 gift cards from the company in less than two years.
Rep. Ruwa Romman ends campaign for Georgia governor
State Rep. Ruwa Romman is ending her run to be Georgia's next governor, shifting her focus to a soon-to-be-vacant metro Atlanta state Senate seat.
Cobb police monitoring "takeover events" after 17 arrested at The Battery
Cobb County police say they're closely monitoring two future "takeover" events after a recent gathering at The Battery ended with over a dozen arrested.
Georgia lawmakers approve income tax rebate, teacher bonuses
Lawmakers approved a new income tax rebate and homeowner relief grants as part of Georgia's midyear budget.
Jeff Galloway, iconic runner and 1st Peachtree Road Race winner, dies at 80
Jeff Galloway, the winner of Atlanta's first Peachtree Road Race who spend decades inspiring people to start running, has died at the age of 80.
Judge orders Fulton County, U.S. government into mediation over seized ballots
A judge has ordered Fulton County and the U.S. government to go into mediation over the FBI's recent seizure of hundreds of boxes of ballots and other records from the county's election hub.
UGA police investigating professor accused of pedophilia in viral video
In a letter sent to faculty and staff, UGA officials called the allegations "deeply troubling" and said the professor has been removed from campus.
Historic Atlanta church building among 2026 Georgia Places in Peril list
A Midtown Atlanta church building that's over a century is one of the Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation 10 Places in Peril for 2026.
Gwinnett County man charged with human trafficking, pimping
A Gwinnett County man is in custody facing human trafficking and other charges after police say a separate robbery investigation helped them make an arrest.
High Museum of Art COO resigns after investigation finds $600K stolen
One of the High Museum of Arts' top officials has resigned after authorities say a review found $600,000 had been stolen from the Atlanta institution.
Atlanta homeowners excited to put spaces for rent during 2026 World Cup
A high demand for places to stay in Atlanta during the FIFA World Cup has Airbnb offering hundreds of dollars in incentives to new hosts.
Burglary suspect caught in business' air vent by K-9 officer, police say
A burglary suspect is in custody after police say a DeKalb County K9 officer caught them hiding inside a restaurant supply store's air vents.