Georgia fire department changing schedules to reduce burnout
Fighting fires is already a stressful job, but the normal schedule can make it feel even worse. One Georgia fire department is making a big change to help boost well-being.
Georgia mother charged with murder after toddler found dead in locked car
The Georgia mother told investigators that she had taken her other two children to daycare but forgot to go back to the car and retrieve her 1-year-old son, police said.
Cleanup continues after thunderstorms leave damage across Georgia
Residents in metro Atlanta and across North Georgia are picking up the pieces following an intense overnight thunderstorm that brought severe flash flooding and fallen trees.
Gail Bean awards scholarships through her education nonprofit
Actress Gail Bean is using her success to help metro Atlanta students who are heading to college.
Paint N Sit ATL provides free art supplies to boost community, mental health
Elijah Wade's nonprofit, Paint N Sit ATL, is helping thousands find connection, community and emotional wellness through art.
Atlanta farmers and consumers try to reduce risk of cyclosporiasis
A cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people across the country has some in Atlanta looking to see what they can do to stay healthy.
Future of Floyd County Historic Courthouse remains in question after fire
Months after the fire left the Floyd County Historic Courthouse in Rome severely damaged, officials are still waiting to see what could be salvaged.
Georgia mom turns tragic drowning into mission to save others
After her young son drowned, a Polk County mother is on a mission to save as many people as possible through access to survival swim lessons.
New Atlanta Beltline markers aim to minimize emergency response times
The Beltline Emergency Response mile markers, or BL locators, give emergency responders a precise location once a call for help is made.
Alpharetta ranked among America's top small cities for careers, study finds
A new national study ranks Alpharetta as one of the top small U.S. cities for career opportunities, citing high household incomes, low unemployment, a strong technology sector and a high quality of life.
Georgia lifeguard called a hero after saving young boy from drowning
A Georgia lifeguard's quick thinking helped save a young boy who had wandered into the pool at a popular waterpark.
Metro Atlanta officials urge boating safety ahead of Fourth of July
The Fourth of July weekend is one of, if not Georgia's busiest, peak times for boat activity and officials want anyone on the water to stay safe.
Atlanta roofing companies work to keep employees cool during heat wave
A stretch of extremely hot days this week in Atlanta and around the metro area have made outdoor jobs like roofing incredibly difficult.
Atlanta opening cooling center as heat advisory issued for Georgia
Most of Georgia will be back under a heat advisory on Tuesday as a dangerous heat wave continues to scorch parts of the United States.
Missing 6-year-old found dead in pond near Riverdale, police say
A 6-year-old nonverbal boy who disappeared Sunday in Riverdale was found dead in a nearby pond Monday morning, police say.