GBI Investigating Sunday Police Involved Shooting In Athens

Preliminary information shows ACCPD officers were involved in a shooting that led to the death of a visibly armed carjacking suspect.

Biden Orders U.S. Flags Lowered For Spa Victims, Visits Atlanta

President Joe Biden delivers national proclamation on Flags ahead of Atlanta visit to now visit Asian-American leaders after spa tragedy.

Two Women Shot Dead, One Man Injured Wednesday In East Hall

Hall County Sheriff's deputies found the three shooting victims mid-afternoon Wednesday at a residence on Broome Road.

Former UGA Athletic Trainer Charged With Internet Sex Crimes

Jason Castleman, who was working with the Bulldogs baseball team, was arrested, charged after he thought he was communicating with a child.

Lawsuit: Gun Stores Are Essential During GA Coronavirus Pandemic

A Georgia gun-store owner and Republican candidate for the U.S. House sues to stay open during coronavirus quarantine restrictions.

Madison County Deputy Charged With Murder

A sheriff's deputy was arrested early Monday morning on second degree murder charges, according to authorities.

'Walking Dead' Actor, Former Georgia Firefighter, Dies At 48

A former Athens-Clarke County firefighter, wrestler and actor on "The Walking Dead" has died at the age of 48 from cancer.

'Operation End Game' Arrests 9 Online Child Predators: GBI

An Athens man was one of nine men recently arrested for computer or electronic pornography and child exploitation, the GBI said.

GBI Names Man Who Died After Charging At Athens Officers: Police

The GBI has named the man who died after he reportedly moved toward Athens police with a knife in his hand, at one time charging forward.

Man Dead After Charging At Athens Officers With Knife: Police

A man has died after he reportedly moved toward Athens police with a knife in his hand, at one time charging forward. He was fatally shot.

Athens Cocaine Dealer Sentenced To 151 Months In Federal Prison

A defendant with a lengthy criminal history will spend 151 months in federal prison for distributing cocaine in the Athens area.

Police ID Vehicle Of Interest In Missing Men Case

Athens police say these two men were last seen on Dec. 18, and are asking the public's help with information on them or this car.

Bomb Squad Called For Suspicious Package At Athens Hotel

An employee was cleaning a guest room when they found what they thought to be explosives.

Athens-Clarke County Cop Fired For Running Over Suspect (Video)

Video shows Officer Taylor Saulters drive his patrol into the back of a fleeing suspect in Athens. You can watch bodycam footage here.

Georgia Cop Solves Severed Thumb Mystery, Squeezes The ‘Rascal’

“Let me squeeze this rascal,” a Georgia sheriff said after a resident found what appeared to be a severed human thumb on his lawn.

Police Make Arrest In 2002 Homicide

DNA evidence helped police identify a suspect in the murder of Pamela Crisler, 49, who was found dead inside an apartment unit.

Police Seek Car Involved In Deadly Hit-And-Run

The 52-year-old woman was killed March 20 while crossing Commerce Road near Bulldog Inn in Athens.

Athens Police Look For Man Accused Of Sexual Assault

Athens-Clarke County police say the man inappropriately touched a woman while inside Kroger on Alps Road.

Dad, 3-Year-Old Daughter, Killed In Suspected Murder-Suicide: PD

Police said they responded to the Hampton Inn just before 1 p.m. Saturday in Athens.

Bank Robbery Suspect Captured In South Carolina: FBI

Frank Douglas, who was released from prison on Sept. 29, is accused of robbing Bank of America on Dec. 5 in Athens.

GBI Investigates After Traffic Stop Ends In Officer-Involved Shooting

Traffic stop in Greene County leads to officer-involved shooting. Charles David Robinson, 47, is pronounced dead on the scene.

Hartwell Woman Held In Fatal Pit Bull Attack On 20-Month-Old Grandchild: ICYMI

Sandra Adams of Hartwell is charged with second-degree murder after 2 pit bulls mauled her 20-month-old grandchild to death, GBI says.

Funeral For UGA Student Found Dead In Wyoming Set For August 4

UGA student Oliver Woodward, 21, will be laid to ​rest August 4. He was found dead 1 week after he was ejected from a raft in Wyoming.

Body Of Missing UGA Student Found In Wyoming

The body of missing UGA student Oliver Woodward, 21, ​was found Wednesday, a week after he was ejected from a raft in Wyoming.

ICYMI: Woman Who Left Child At Atlanta Airport Being Evaluated: Police

Police said Miranda Hakimi Harvey drove 700 miles before leaving daughter with strangers at Hartsfield-Jackson Airport.

Armed Home Invaders Tell Athens Family To 'Give Up Everything'

Three home invaders kick in baby gate in Athens condo and pull gun on family. Ordeal ends when dog charges trio.

'Large Boom' In Athens: No Cause Found

Police say they received multiple calls from people about a large boom in the Oglethorpe Avenue area.

Athens-Clarke Courthouse 'Cleared' After Bomb Threat: Police

Update: A bomb threat was reported Tuesday afternoon at the Athens-Clarke Courthouse. Police asked people to "stay clear of the area."

Man Arrested In Another Pork Chop Attack In Athens: Police

Terry Bernard Ball Jr., 29, was arrested Wednesday after he caused a commotion at his mother's house because "they ate his pork chop."

Peeping Toms Peering Into Athens Bedrooms: Police

Athens police are searching for two Peeping Toms who have been observed looking into bedrooms.

UGA's Elijah Holyfield Arrested For Marijuana Possession

UGA student-athlete Elijah Holyfield, son of local boxing legend Evander Holyfield, arrested on drug charges.

UGA Releases Signee D’Antne Demery After Athens Arrest

D’Antne Demery, a 4-star recruit from Brunswick, was arrested Saturday night on battery and criminal trespassing charges in Athens.

Student Arrested For Having Gun At Athens School: Report

Kenyas Yearby, 17, facing armed robbery charges after being arrested at Clarke Central High School, according to news reports.

Athens-Clarke Police Warn Residents Of 'Door-To-Door' Scams

Athens-Clarke police say hoaxers are targeting residents with several schemes.

Watch: Woman Sought In Theft At Athens Boutique

Police release video of woman suspected of shoplifting in the Cheeky Peach store.

Athens Firefighter Dies in Accident

Matt Hughes was off duty at the time, fire officials said.

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Cobb County Gun Store Owner Shoots Armed Robber: Police

A suspect in a Cobb County gun store armed robbery is dead, and another suspect is on the loose, according to police.

Unidentified Man Wanted for Attempted Kidnapping at Holiday Parade: Police

They're asking the public for tips to find a "person of interest" in the Dec. 1 incident.

Possibly Armed Man Captured in West Athens (UPDATE)

Residents who live in the area were urged to stay in their homes.

Five Athens Arrests in International Child Sex Trafficking Bust

Dozens of arrests were made throughout Georgia as part of the FBI-led effort.