Alexander Zverev wins U.S. Open, beating American Ben Shelton
Germany's Alexander Zverev won his second Grand Slam after finally taking home his first major title earlier this year at the French Open.
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Acuña homers, Mahle turns in another stellar outing as Braves rout Phillies
Ronald Acuña Jr. homered to spark an eight-run fourth inning and Tyler Mahle turned in another stellar outing to lead the Atlanta Braves to a 12-2 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies.
Delayed meeting kept Georgia veteran away from Pentagon during 9/11 attack
A delayed meeting kept Jasper Watkins from being inside the Pentagon when it was attacked on Sept. 11, 2001. Twenty-five years later, he shared how that change in plans allowed him to help others.
Atlanta's "Unite for Good" project honors 9/11 victims while fighting hunger
More than 1,800 volunteers gathered at the Chick-fil-A College Football Hall of Fame in downtown Atlanta on Friday to turn remembrance into service.
2,977 flags at Kennesaw Mountain honor every life lost on 9/11
At the foot of Kennesaw Mountain, 2,977 American flags now stand as a reminder that every person killed in the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks had a life and a story.
GBI investigating shooting involving Rome police officer near elementary school
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is investigating a shooting involving a Rome police officer that prompted a brief school lockdown and closed a nearby road Friday.
Emory offers free mobile prostate cancer screenings across metro Atlanta
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer and the second leading cause of death among men, the National Cancer Institute says. Some Georgia men who are living with or have overcome the cancer are hoping their stories will help more men get screened.
How lower-paid workers are getting their biggest pay raise in years
Some workers are seeing stronger wage growth by switching jobs, while others are "job-hugging" because of AI, research shows.
DeKalb County officer injured before SWAT standoff, police say
A DeKalb County police officer is recovering after being injured Thursday night. Police said an armed man fired a gun as officers responded to a domestic incident.
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Alexander Zverev wins U.S. Open, beating American Ben Shelton
Germany's Alexander Zverev won his second Grand Slam after finally taking home his first major title earlier this year at the French Open.
Acuña homers, Mahle turns in another stellar outing as Braves rout Phillies
Ronald Acuña Jr. homered to spark an eight-run fourth inning and Tyler Mahle turned in another stellar outing to lead the Atlanta Braves to a 12-2 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies.
Falcons rule out Tua Tagovailoa for season opener against Steelers
Tua Tagovailoa has been ruled out of Sunday's game against the Pittsburgh Steelers because of an oblique injury, according to the Falcons' final injury report.
Georgia football is wearing all white for the first time. Here's what to know
Georgia coach Kirby Smart says his No. 2 ranked Bulldogs will be looking for more improvement when they play Western Kentucky.
Pro arena football returns to Rome as Red Cats prepare for 2027 debut
The Rome Red Cats unveiled their name, logo and ownership group Tuesday at the Forum River Center, where the team plans to begin playing in April 2027.
Rays overpower Braves with 4 homers as Caminero launches 455-foot shot
Junior Caminero hits his 39th home run, leading the Tampa Bay Rays to a 7-1 victory over the Atlanta Braves.
Falcons choose Tua Tagovailoa as starting quarterback for Week 1
Tua Tagovailoa has been named the Atlanta Falcons' starting quarterback for Week 1 against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Sale outduels Sánchez, Braves beat Phillies and extend lead to 5 games in NL East
Atlanta's Chris Sale outdueled Cristopher Sánchez in a matchup of two of baseball's best pitchers, and the Braves beat the Phillies 5-2 on Friday night to extend their lead in the NL East to five games.
WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert to retire in December
Cathy Engelbert is the second-longest-tenured WNBA president or commissioner.
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Delayed meeting spared Gwinnett commissioner from Pentagon on 9/11
Jasper Watkins was headed to the Pentagon when Flight 77 struck on Sept. 11, 2001. The Army lieutenant colonel and military pharmacist escaped the attack and used his medical training to help those who were injured.
Johns Creek volleyball senior brings an engineer’s mind to the court
Innovation Academy student Sara Buoni plays volleyball for Johns Creek while pursuing her passion for engineering. The University of Memphis commit even designed equipment to help her coaches and teammates practice.
Atlanta volunteers honor 9/11 victims by packing meals for families
More than 1,800 volunteers gathered at the College Football Hall of Fame to prepare food for families facing hunger. Among them was Kiara Lum, who served in memory of her uncle killed at the World Trade Center.
Cancer diagnoses rise sharply among 9/11 responders and survivors
The World Trade Center Health Program reports that more than 57,000 members have been diagnosed with cancer. New research also examines how environmental conditions may affect responders’ long-term physical and mental health.
2,977 flags honor every life lost on 9/11 at Kennesaw Mountain
More than 1,200 volunteers signed up to help create the Kiwanis Club of Marietta’s Field of Flags. Each flag honors a person killed in the Sept. 11 attacks while helping teach a new generation about remembrance and unity.
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Harris to campaign with Ossoff at metro Atlanta fundraising event
Former Vice President Kamala Harris is set to come to metro Atlanta to campaign for Sen. Jon Ossoff in the weeks before the pivotal midterm election.
Georgia officials say untested federal ballot portal could create Election Day problems
Georgia election officials say it is too late to change how mail ballots are handled before the November midterm elections.
Mike Collins to speak at Republican midterm convention
Georgia Rep. Mike Collins is expected to take aim at Sen. Jon Ossoff during his speech on the first night of the Republican National Committee's Midterm Convention in Dallas
12 key races that will determine who controls the Senate
Republicans are fighting to hold onto their majority in the Senate, where the GOP currently controls 53 seats. To take control, Democrats would need to net four seats in November's election.
Bottoms challenges Jackson to 6 debates across Georgia before election
Georgia's Democratic gubernatorial nominee Keisha Lance Bottoms is challenging Republican nominee Rick Jackson to six debates across the state.
Everton Blair wins special election for late Rep. David Scott's seat
Everton Blair Jr. will serve out the remaining few months of the late Rep. David Scott's final term, the Associated Press projects.
Who will replace Rep. David Scott? Georgia voters decide in runoff
Residents of Georgia's 13th Congressional District outside of Atlanta will get a new representative to Congress after a special election runoff Tuesday.
Bishop William Barber to deliver voting rights sermon in Atlanta Sunday
Civil rights leader Bishop William J. Barber II will speak at historic Big Bethel AME Church as part of a national voter mobilization tour ahead of the 2026 elections.
Rick Jackson's campaign announces endorsements from 104 sheriffs
Rick Jackson's campaign says that he has received the endorsement of nearly two-thirds of Georgia's 159 sheriffs.