Jury Finds Defendant Not Guilty Of Murder Of Former GA Beauty Queen

Ryan Duke was found not guilty on five counts, including felony murder, but was found guilty of concealing the death of Tara Grinstead.

Man Accused Of Killing GA Teacher Says Former Friend Did It: Report

Ryan Duke walked back his confession while defending himself on the stand Tuesday, saying Bo Dukes killed Tara Grinstead.

Racial Profiling Denied By GA Sheriff In Drug Search Of HBCU Team Bus

When deputies searched a Black lacrosse team's bus for drugs, it sparked outrage and a denial of wrongdoing from the county's Black sheriff.

Husband Fatally Shoots Naked Man Who Tackled Wife Off Lawnmower In GA

A husband in Georgia shot and killed a naked man who tackled his wife on a riding lawnmower while cutting grass, deputies said.

4 Georgians Sentenced In $900K Multi-State Sam’s Club Theft Ring

The stolen goods — which included Bose speakers, razors, DVDs — from Sam's Club were sold on eBay, according to federal prosecutors.

Large Gator Shot Dead Near Georgia Park, Two People Arrested

In a rush to load the big gator into their truck, the two men charged busted out the back glass of their truck, GA wildlife officials said.

Georgia Elementary Teacher Accused Of Abusing Student Arrested: Police

Ingram Perry Medina, 45, of Tifton has been charged with felony cruelty to children in the first degree.

Antisemitic Incidents Reach Record High In U.S., Georgia: Report

From swastikas and hate-filled flyers to vandalism of a Holocaust memorial, last year saw cases of antisemitism jump in GA and nationwide.

No Survivors In Small Plane Crash At Covington Cereal Plant: Reports

A small plane crashed into empty trailers at a General Mills plant in Covington. Nobody survived the crash; no workers were hurt.

Amber Alert Canceled: Georgia Baby Taken From Home Found Safe

Police said the baby, A'hmaud Griffin, and Travis Diquail Griffin, 27, have been located. The baby is safe.

Man Arrested In GA Shooting Range Killings, Family Prays For Suspect

Thomas Hawk, 75, his wife, and a grandson were killed during a robbery at Lock Stock & Barrel Shooting Range in Grantville.

Man Put Grandmother In Freezer, Floyd County Officials Say: Reports

A Floyd County man put his grandmother into a freezer while she was still alive​ last year, according to a local news report.

Couple, Grandson Killed In Georgia Shooting Range Robbery: Police

Several agencies are offering a reward of up to $15,000 for information leading to the arrest of a suspect, according to a report.

University Of Georgia Athlete Arrested For TikTok Challenge: Reports

University Of Georgia football player Warren Brinson faces misdemeanor charges after accused of 'Orbeez Challenge' shooting.

Reptile Dealer Sentenced In GA For Trafficking Venomous Snakes

Authorities said Ashtyn Michael Rance, 35, was caught illegally shipping vipers as well as turtles from his home in Georgia.

GA Man Beheaded Sister's Dog, Played With Severed Head: Police

According to police, the Georgia man claims he didn't kill the dog. Instead, he ate it after it was hit by a car.

Police Looking For Georgia Man Who Disappeared After Leaving Work

JaMarcus DaBryant Bridges, 23, left work at Aludyne-Columbus Foundry in Columbus on Saturday and hasn't been heard from since.

Missing Georgia Boy Found Safe; Amber Alert Canceled

Law enforcement officials said they located Brayden Dobbs, 4, in Douglas County, Georgia. His mother has been arrested.

GA Church Goes Up In Flames After Propane Tank Explosion

Worshipers at a Georgia church were forced to vacate their pews after a fast-spreading fire broke out following a propane tank explosion.

GA Mother Charged With Murder In Daughter's Death

Kristy Siple​ has been charged with multiple counts of murder in the death of her 5-year-old daughter, according to law officials.

'He Had My Gun,' Man Accused Of Killing Ahmaud Arbery Testified

Travis McMichael, the man accused of shooting Ahmaud Arbery, said he got into a "life or death situation" before shooting the 25-year-old.

SWAT Standoff With Accused Police Shooter Ends In Death: Police

Police say Jordan Jackson, wanted in connection with the death of Henry County Police Officer Paramhan Desai, shot himself as SWAT neared.

Ahmaud Arbery Death Trial: McMichael's Story Changed, Police Say

Police testified on Day 3 of the trial that Greg McMichael didn't invoke citizens' arrest and changed his reason for chasing Ahmaud Arbery.

Shaq Donates $5K To Reward In Hunt For Accused Police Shooter

NBA star Shaquille O’Neal gave $5K to a reward to find the man accused of murder charge in the death of a Henry County police officer.

Snapchat Led To Gator Hunting Arrest In Georgia: Officers

Authorities said the man illegally shot and killed an alligator in Burke County.

$57K Pokemon Card Bought Using GA Man's COVID Loan: Prosecutors

Vinath Oudomsine of Dublin, GA, bilked the COVID relief business loan program to buy a collectible cartoon trading card, prosecutors said.

Ex-Teacher Charged With Sexual Assault, More Victims Likely: Cops

The GBI believes a former science teacher charged with sexually assaulting a minor may have had encounters with more youth across GA and AL.

Ahmaud Arbery Slaying: Jury Selection Begins In Trial

Travis and Gregory McMichael and William "Roddie" Bryan are on trial for accusations they killed Ahmaud Arbery in February 2020.

Former NASCAR Driver Killed In Georgia Shooting

Former NASCAR driver John Wes Townley was killed Saturday in a shooting in Georgia.

EMTs Headed To Louisiana Struck While Helping, One Killed

2 EMTs on their way to help with Hurricane Ida recovery in Lousiana stopped on I-85 in Georgia to help in an accident and were hit by a car.

Ex-Prosecutor Indicted On Misconduct In Ahmaud Arbery Death

Former Glynn County District Attorney Jackie Johnson was charged with one felony and one misdemeanor charge after a GBI investigation.

Atlanta 16-Year-Old Kidnapped; AMBER Alert Issued In Georgia

A 16-year-old girl was kidnapped by a male subject, potentially her father. He drives a Ford Explorer with North Carolina plates.

Jimmy Carter, Gov. Kemp, GA Leaders Condemn Capitol Mayhem

Former President Jimmy Carter, Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp and other state leaders have spoken out condemning the Jan. 6 U.S. Capitol riots.

How Georgia Firefighter Salaries Compare With Other States

The salaries for firefighters in the United States vary greatly by state. See where Georgia ranks.

Family Of Black Man Killed By GA Trooper Intends To Sue State

The family of Julian Lewis, the 60-year-old who was shot in the head by State Trooper Jacob Thompson, is seeking $13 million.

Bond Denied For Father, Son Charged In Ahmaud Arbery Killing

Travis McMichael and his father, Gregory McMichael, have been jailed since their arrests since May, nearly two months after Arbery's death.

Deputy Fired Over Roderick Walker Arrest In Clayton County

The Clayton County Sheriff's Office cited excessive use of force in firing the deputy shown on video striking a Black man a number of times.

Georgia Man Pleads Guilty To Sexual Battery For TV Rear End Slap

Thomas Callaway, who was arrested after slapping a television reporter during a road race, was sentenced to probation and a $1,000 fine.

After Bus Crash, Truck Driver Helped Rescue Children Before Dying

A truck driver who died last week after crashing into the back of a school bus helped rescue children who were trapped on the bus.

GA Police Shoot At Car With Minors Inside After Altercation: GBI

After police shot at a vehicle with three children in the backseat, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation is conducting a review.