Georgia Legislature Passes Bill for Year‑Round Daylight Saving
Georgia's legislature approved a bill to adopt permanent daylight saving time, but it requires U.S. congressional approval to become law.
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Man Killed in Roswell Shooting on Halloween
A man was killed in a shooting in Roswell on Halloween, prompting a police investigation.
Man Killed in Shooting at Roswell Apartment Complex
A man was shot dead at a Roswell apartment complex on November 1, 2026, and the Roswell Police Department is investigating.
200+ Georgia Defendants Wait Over Two Months for Mental Health Exams
More than 200 Georgia defendants are waiting an average of 72 days for mandatory pre‑trial mental‑health and competency exams, and officials note the backlog has eased yet remains significant.
Man Arrested After Stabbing Brother in Marietta Home
A 38-year-old man was arrested following a standoff at a Marietta home where he allegedly stabbed his older brother during a domestic dispute on October 31, 2026.
Three Flee East Point House Fire, One Injured
Three people escaped a house fire on Washington Road in East Point, with at least one injured.
Secretary of State and Former Deputy Speak at Atlanta Rotary Lunch
Georgia’s Secretary of State and a former deputy addressed the Rotary Club of Atlanta’s Monday lunch, an unusual high‑profile event.
DeKalb County House Fire Claims One Life, Injures Two
A house fire in DeKalb County on October 26, 2026, left one person dead and injured two others, including a man and a woman.
Driver Hits 124 mph, Plows Through Georgia School Zone
A driver allegedly hit 124 mph and entered a school zone during a police chase in south Georgia, underscoring safety concerns about pursuits in high‑risk areas.
Officer Dragged by Car in Clayton County, Suspect Sought
A Clayton County officer was dragged by a car, injured and hospitalized, while police hunt for the driver.
Brookhaven Council Approves Fire Station at Blackburn Park
Brookhaven City Council approved a new fire station at Blackburn Park by a 3-to-1 vote, intending to shorten emergency response times.
Study Launched to Investigate High Thyroid Cancer Rates in Northeast Georgia
A research study has been launched to explore unusually high thyroid cancer rates in five northeast Georgia counties, which have reported cases above expected levels.
Driver Charged with First-Degree Vehicular Homicide in Georgia Crash
A driver was charged with first-degree vehicular homicide after hitting a motorcyclist stopped for a school bus in north Georgia, causing the rider's death.
Georgia Gas Station Employee Arrested for Diesel Theft
A gas station worker in southeast Georgia was arrested for allegedly letting customers pump diesel for free and keeping the cash.
Daycare Employee Charged After 3-Year-Old Falls
A Georgia daycare worker was charged with cruelty to children after video showed her removing a chair, causing a 3‑year‑old to fall and be injured. State law allows such charges when an adult’s actions harm a minor.
Five Arrested After Georgia Shooting Claims 19-Year-Old
Five people were arrested after a Georgia shooting killed a 19-year-old man.
Pedestrian Seriously Injured in Early‑Morning DeKalb County Crash
A pedestrian was seriously injured after being struck by a vehicle at a busy DeKalb County intersection on the morning of Oct. 15, 2026, prompting a police response.
Five Family Members Killed in Douglas Home Shooting
A Douglas home shooting on Oct. 9 resulted in five family members dead in an apparent murder‑suicide.
Five Dead After Nighttime Shooting in Douglas Home
Police responded to a gunfire report at a Douglas home on Oct. 9, 2026, and found five fatalities.
FOX 5 Atlanta Live Blog Tracks Hurricane Isaias in Georgia
On October 9, 2026, FOX 5 Atlanta launched a live blog to report forecasts, alerts, and county updates as Hurricane Isaias affected Georgia.
