News for Metro Atlanta and Region
Fourth man charged with murder after Norfolk Southern contractor killed in Cobb
A fourth suspect has been charged after a contractor with Norfolk Southern was shot and killed last month at the company’s facility in Austell, officials say.
Daycare where child was injured has history of mistreatment, records show
Big Blue Marble Academy in Grovetown has had previous incidents involving physical mistreatment of children in recent years, state reports show.
Andy Stanley to step down as senior pastor from North Point Ministries
Andy Stanley announced he is stepping down as senior pastor of Atlanta's North Point Ministries next year.
Georgia News
UPS boosts quarterly revenue, raises outlook as it automates operations
UPS carried fewer packages, but charged more per package delivered across all categories — particularly international shipments.
Georgia House candidate fighting disqualification over voting record
An investigation into Georgia House candidate David Dillie says he voted in the Nevada primary in June and is ineligible to hold elected office in Georgia.
Childcare injuries a major concern for Georgia leaders
Georgia governor and attorney general candidates say more needs to be done to protect children in daycare and to address issues revealed in an AJC investigation.
Crime & Public Safety
Six Flags rides in Georgia, Illinois, New Jersey to get seat belts after death
The Goliath roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia will get a new restraint when the ride reopens. An Atlanta man was ejected from the popular coaster midride Oct. 12.
Georgia man wins $5M at trial against Yamaha, Honda
Yamaha and Honda are liable for a Georgia man's aggressive cancer caused by asbestos exposure, a DeKalb County jury has found, awarding him $5 million.
All released from hospitals after Salem High football team bus crash
More than 20 Salem High School students and staff were taken for medical treatment following a school bus crash. All have now been released from hospital.
