Former Fulton Sheriff's Deputy Sentenced for Kickback Scheme

The law enforcement officer allegedly demanded bribes from security officers he scheduled to work at Atlanta's public swimming pools.

Fulton County's Kinship Care Program Seeks Volunteer Tutors to Assist Children

Homework assistance sessions are held at the East Point Library.

MARTA Expanding Rail Station Concessions

Food, Beverage and Specialty Retail Coming to Select Stations

Bomb Threat Disrupts Class at Atlanta Middle School

A bomb sweep of the affected school revealed no danger.

Clinic Owner, Hospital Exec Plead Guilty to Kickbacks

Federal authorities say Tracey Cota of Dunwoody conspired with an Atlanta hospital executive to receive kickback for patient referrals.

Cold-Case Team Studies Murders of Russell and Shirley Dermond

“It just eats at you that somebody could do this and possibly get away with it,” says the slain couple’s son.

Another Winter of Ice, Snow in Store for Georgia?

Well-below average temperatures are expected this winter, along with plenty of snow and ice, says one forecaster.

Nearby: Storm Causes Trees to Fall on Grant Park Home

At least two trees came down on the family's property, with one of the downed trees colliding with the home itself.

South Atlanta Gas Station Robbery Nets $4,000

Police are looking for the man who pulled off the robbery.

Silver Comet Trail Safety, Ex-Girlfriend Kidnapped, Another Craigslist Scam, Accomplice Left Behind, Perseid Meteor

Also: Lanier drowning victim found; Man killed in home invasion fought with suspects; Fulton taxes rise; “John Doe” identified.

Atlanta Science Festival Sets Dates for 2015, Returns to Answer Even More Questions for the Curious

Second annual event Is planned for March 21-28 with another week chock-full of interactive activities

Police, Fire Officers Will Meet Community at Event

The meet and greet will be at Grant Park on Aug. 10

Fulton State Legislators Sue County Over Tax Increase

Six Fulton County state representatives and a former legislator are seeking an injunction against the county to stop a 17-percent tax hike.

City Considers Renaming Street for 105-Year-Old Resident

The man was among the first black people allowed to live in an exclusive neighborhood when it was desegregated in 1968.

Atlanta Home Sales Continue Upswing, Prices Increase

Foreclosures have also decreased within the metro area.

Perseid Meteor Shower, Extra-Super Supermoon Vie for Skywatchers' Attention

The Perseids, which produce fast and bright meteors that frequently leave trains, peak Aug. 11-13.

St. Joseph's Mercy Care Services Undergoes Re-Branding

The name and logo may have changed, but the organization's mission remains the same.

Atlanta Public Schools Investigating Pepper Spray Use In Bus Fight

Ten students were hospitalized in the aftermath of the fight.

Gun at School, One Dead in Home Invasion, Elderly Woman Saved From Fire, Couple Charged With Animal Cruelty

Plus, a fire destroyed an old north Georgia marble plant and thousands have asked to donate a kidney to a Georgia cop.

Serenbe Announces Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles Designer Showhouse

Featuring Over 12 Designers in a Luxury English Cottage

Nearby: Police Investigating Possible Homicide in East Atlanta

A woman was found dead at the complex on Wednesday morning.

Former Auburn Player Killed in Wreck And Driver Were Drunk

Both young men had blood alcohol levels well over the legal limit.

Audit Claims Atlanta VA Medical Center Incorrectly Processed Claims

More than half of the audited temporary 100 percent disability claims were in error, the audit reveals.

Thousands Ask to Donate Kidney to Georgia Cop

Emory University Hospital is narrowing down the candidates for a kidney transplant.

Traffic Concerns Cause Delay of Music Midtown Application Approval

Event promoters were given more time to work with the city to develop a traffic plan that appeases neighborhood residents.

UPDATE: Dirty Cops Sentenced for Aiding Drug Dealers

The disgraced officers served mostly in DeKalb and Fulton counties.

Second Suspect in Hank Aaron Burglary Pleads Guilty

A third suspect turned state's evidence and will avoid prosecution.

Reward Offered for Silver Comet Trail Attack, Firefighter Injured, Multi-County Police Chase,

Also: Gwinnett Commissioner pleads no contest to bribery; Woman nearly tasered at Red Top Mountain State Park; Reward offered in hit-and-run

Zombies, Car Chases Generate $5.1 Billion for GA Film Industry

Georgia film and TV productions include “The Walking Dead,” “The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1 & 2,” and more.

Midtown Residents Concerned About Festival Traffic Flow

The Midtown Neighbors Association may not give its full blessing to Music Midtown due to its concerns about how traffic will be routed.

Spring Street Viaduct Closing in September

Crews will spend the next two years rebuilding the viaduct, which is currently not safe enough for buses and trucks to transit.

Back to School, Ebola Update, Shooting Death Near Bar, Hank Aaron Burglar, Pedestrian Killed

Also: Man pours gas on porch, threatens to burn house down; Gwinnett enrollment to exceed 172,000; Steve Harvey relocates show to Atlanta.

Man Accused of Burglarizing Hank Aaron's Home Pleads Guilty

The man will serve 8 years in prison and 42 years on probation.

Courtroom Show Seeks Atlanta Audience Members

Audience members must be at least 18 years old.

Atlanta Sculptor Explores Recent National and International Events That Impacted America Between 2011 and 2014

The exhibition begins on Aug. 16.

How Do Georgia Schools Rank Against Other States?

A new study by WalletHub ranks Georgia as the state with the highest dropout rate.

Second Ebola Patient Will Arrive Tuesday

Both aid workers were infected during the current outbreak in west Africa.

Steve Harvey Relocates Awards Show to Atlanta

The former Hoodie Awards will be held at the Georgia World Congress Center.

Final Fulton Property Tax Hike Hearing On Wednesday

Fulton County commissioners is considering an 17.45 percent increase to its millage rate.

The Luminary Opens on Krog Street

The mesh of French and American Cuisine comes from a "Top Chef" personality.