Governor says Trump could become the first GOP presidential candidate to win his state in 20 years

It's been two decades since a Republican carried Virginia in the White House race, but GOP Gov. Glenn Youngkin says the Commonwealth is in play as former President Trump and President Biden face off in a 2024 election rematch.

Fishermen discover body on Georgia river: police

Georgia law enforcement officials responded to the Chattahoochee River on Wednesday after reports that two fishermen discovered a body in the water.

Following Trump's guilty verdict, first swing state poll reveals how it impacts voters' decisions

A new Quinnipiac University poll revealed which presidential candidate holds the advantage in the swing state of Georgia after former President Trump's guilty verdict.

Former Georgia police officer charged with teen girl's murder rejects plea deal

A former Georgia police officer charged with the murder of a 16-year-old girl rejected the prosecution's plea deal before jury selection began Monday.

Georgia police sergeant touts ‘amazing’ abilities of K9 companion in book: Made him a 'better human'

Mark Tappan, an Alpharetta, Georgia, police officer, wrote the book "A Dog Named Mattis" about the relationship between him and his skilled K9 and lessons learned along the way.

Georgia woman, 85, graduates from high school with honorary diploma: 'I’m really thankful to God'

Shirley Smith received an honorary high school diploma for her lifetime of work within her family, community and church. Her family threw her a party following the ceremony.

Georgia man allegedly beat girlfriend, killed bystander who attempted to intervene in Florida

A Georgia man was arrested in Florida after detectives say he beat his girlfriend and punched a man who attempted to intervene in the altercation.

3 more suspects nabbed in Savannah, Georgia shootout that wounded 11

Three more suspects have been arrested in connection with a Savannah, Georgia, shootout that left 11 people injured earlier this month.

Atlanta senior home plagued by 'junkie' squatters, rampant crime, residents say

Residents of an Atlanta senior home are begging from relief after a string of arrests and a group of squatters that have plagued their property.

WWII veteran proud to be part of 'Greatest Generation': 'We saved the world.'

World War II veteran Andy Negra Jr., who lives in Helen, Georgia, just turned 100. He proudly lays claim to being among the last of what is known as “The Greatest Generation."

Georgia WWII hero's grave inspires songwriter ballad decades after soldier killed in combat

Songwriter Craig Gleason wrote "The Ballad of Ervin O. Jones" after finding a World War II hero's grave seven decades after soldier was killed in the Battle of Okinawa.

Georgia man allegedly burned down trailer with stepmom inside because his mother wouldn't sell lot

A Georgia man was arrested after he allegedly admitted to police that he burned a trailer down while his stepmother was inside of it because his mother would not sell the lot.

Georgia alligator takes ride in police cruiser after driveway 'arrest': video

An alligator in Georgia was wrangled by Chatham County authorities after making an unwelcome appearance in a driveway in Georgia, bodycam video shows.

Georgia couple sentenced to prison for abusing 8-week-old son

A Georgia couple was sentenced to a year and a half in prison after they were convicted for abusing their 8-week-old son, leading to broken bones and hemorrhages in his eyes.

GA lawmaker probing Fani Willis says more hearings to come after ‘credible’ witness testimony

A Georgia state senator spearheading the investigation into Fani Willis' office says some of her claims about her relationship with Nathan Wade are “dubious."

Georgia prosecutor Fani Willis appeals after judge drops multiple Trump charges

Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis is appealing Judge Scott McAfee's decision to dismiss six counts in the racketeering case against Trump and his co-defendants.

Georgia angler hooks unique-looking fish, snags state record two months after it's broken

A Georgia angler has set the new official record for the queen triggerfish only two months after the previous record was set. His catch surpassed the record by two pounds.

Fani Willis’ ex-staffer testifies she was fired after blowing whistle on DA’s spending

A Georgia state Senate investigation committee will hold another hearing today as part of its probe into Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis.

Biden's abortion script flipped by businesswoman's boost to pro-life groups

Former Republican U.S. Sen. Kelly Loeffler of Georgia donated six figures to pro-life groups in an effort to combat Democrats' abortion narrative ahead of the 2024 election.

'The View' co-host scolds Fani Willis and Nathan Wade for workplace romance: 'Stupid thing to do'

"The View" co-host Sunny Hostin scolded Nathan Wade and Fulton County DA Fani Willis on Thursday for their workplace relationship, calling it stupid and careless.

Sununu names the two governors all the other governors hate

New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu torched several left-wing and right-wing public officials, calling former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo a "jacka--" and saying far-right members of Congress don't "do anything."

Fani Willis’ ex-staffer testifies before GA Senate committee probing DA’s office

A Georgia state Senate investigation committee will hold another hearing today as part of its probe into Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis.

Savannah police arrest suspect in weekend shootings that injured 11 in downtown square

A 20-year-old suspect has been arrested in connection with shootings at a public square in Savannah that injured 11 people; investigators are seeking 'multiple persons of interest.'

Trump’s candidates sizzled, 'Squad' candidates sputtered: Top takeaways from Tuesday’s primaries

Former President Trump's clout in contested Republican primaries remains unrivaled. Meanwhile, progressives went down to defeat Democratic congressional primaries in reliably blue Oregon.

Nathan Wade spotted at Fani Willis' victory party 'all smiles': report

Former special prosecutor Nathan Wade reportedly attended the campaign party for Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis after her primary victory Tuesday night.

Biden blasted by experts for repeating 'debunked lie' to Black students at HBCU graduation: 'Factually false'

President Biden was blasted on social media and by experts after telling Morehouse College graduates that Georgia's voting law doesn't allow voters to drink water in line.

Fani Willis says no one above or 'beneath' the law, plans on drinking Grey Goose to celebrate re-election

Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis said that no one above or "beneath" the law, saying that she plans on drinking Grey Goose to celebrate her re-election.

Trump-endorsed Brian Jack advances to Georgia GOP primary runoff

Trump-endorsed candidate Brian Jack advanced to the GOP primary runoff election for Georgia's Third Congressional District on Tuesday.

Trump Judge Scott McAfee wins Georgia primary

Fulton County Superior Judge Scott McAfee, who is the judge in the sweeping racketeering case against former President Donald Trump, won the primary election Tuesday.

Embattled DA Fani Willis wins Georgia primary election

Embattled Georgia prosector Fani Willis survived her primary election challenge Tuesday night, and will face off against a GOP challenger in November.

Fani Willis calls Jim Jordan a 'clown,' claims Republicans came after her for 'false reasons'

Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis railed against Rep. Jim Jordan on Monday during an interview on MSNBC, calling him a "clown."

In Georgia, fierce state Supreme Court race, Republican congressional primary top ballots

In Georgia, incumbent Justice Andrew Pinson and Democratic former congressman John Barrow are running for the state Supreme Court in an unusually heated race.

Embattled Trump prosecutor fights to keep job as Georgia among five states holding elections Tuesday

Four states-Georgia, Kentucky, Idaho, and Oregon-hold primary contests on Tuesday, including several congressional showdowns that could shape key contests in the autumn battle for control of the House

4 dead in wrong-way Georgia van crash

Four people — three of whom belonged to the same family — died Sunday after a Kia van veered into oncoming traffic after crossing a median on Interstate 75 near Emerson, Georgia.

Dispute between women leads to 11 injured in shooting at Georgia hot spot

Ten of 11 people hurt during a mass shooting incident in Savannah, Georgia, over the weekend were hit by gunfire, police said. It was one of five shootings.

Top moments from Biden's Morehouse commencement address

President Biden's address to Morehouse College saw some protesters in the audience, and Biden called for a cease-fire in Israel.

Biden mocked for apparent small showing of supporters in Dem city: 'Nobody cared'

President Biden was criticized on social media for video footage showing an apparent small showing of supporters greeting his motorcade as it drove through Atlanta.

WATCH: Possible Trump VP pick makes major prediction about Black voters as Biden bleeds support

Sen. Tim Scott, widely considered a frontrunner on Donald Trump's VP shortlist, predicted Black voters would show up in "historic" numbers for the former president in November.

Survivor of ‘Casanova Killer’ reveals why she wanted murderer to fall in love with her: 'All hell broke loose'

Barbara Mabee Abel spoke about surviving John Paul Knowles, coined the "Casanova Killer" by the press. She's appearing in the true-crime series "People magazine Investigates."

Nathan Wade's estranged wife says he’s failed to pay spousal support since resigning from Fani Willis' office

The estranged wife of Nathan Wade revealed in a court filing he claims his resignation from the district attorney's office left him unable to meet court-ordered financial obligations.

Hundreds pack funeral for Roger Fortson, the airman killed in his home by a Florida deputy

Family, friends and hundreds of members of the Air Force paid their final respects to Roger Fortson at a suburban Atlanta megachurch, after he was shot and killed in Florida by a sheriff's deputy.

Trump files notice of appeal to disqualify DA Fani Willis from Georgia case

Former President Donald Trump on Thursday filed a notice of appeal to the Georgia Court of Appeals formalizing his bid to have Fulton Count DA Fani Willis disqualified.

Senate GOP probes Trump prosecutor Fani Willis' office for alleged 'misuse' of funds

Two Republican lawmakers are opening a second congressional investigation into embattled Georgia prosecutor Fani Willis for alleged misuse of federal grant funding.

Alabama middle-school assistant principal arrested in 2013 cold-case triple murder in Georgia

Keante Harris, a 45-year-old assistant principal, is among four men arrested in connection with a triple murder that occurred in January 2013.

From acting to the squared circle, Emmy winner Hauser is ready to rumble for Major League Wrestling

Emmy-award winning actor Paul Walter Hauser, who snagged a role in Marvel’s upcoming 'Fantastic Four,' is also making moves within his professional wrestling career.

Two Georgia anglers recognized as 'newest state saltwater record holders': See the massive catches

Two Georgia anglers recently set or tied state fishing records for their impressive catches. The records were recently recognized by officials with the Department of Natural Resources.

Georgia man killed girlfriend, disposed of body with family help after she discovered secret marriage: police

Georgia man Michale Edwards allegedly strangled Briana Winston, burned her body then enlisted his wife and family to help him cover his tracks, Clayton County Police said this week.

Jimmy Carter’s grandson says former president is ‘coming to the end’

Jimmy Carter’s grandson gave a speech at The 28th Rosalynn Carter Georgia Mental Health Forum, where he provided an update on the former president's health.

Florida sheriff's deputy seen fatally shooting 23-year-old US airman

A Florida sheriff's office released body camera video that showed the fatal shooting by a sheriff's deputy of a 23-year-old U.S airman.

Georgia Instacart driver says she attempted food delivery to prison for 'death row inmate feast'

An Instacart driver in Georgia took to TikTok after failing to deliver wings to a state prison. The request on the app said the delivery was for a "death row inmate feast."

Trump co-defendants officially file notices of appeal to kick Fani Willis off GA case

Co-defendants in the Georgia election interference case Trump have filed notices of appeal to the Georgia Court of Appeals in their bid to have Fani Willis disqualified.

Atlanta nightclub shooting leaves 2 dead at scene, 4 injured

A physical dispute at Elleven45 Lounge in Atlanta early Sunday escalated into gunfire, killing two victims and wounding four others, police said.

3 Atlanta police officers wounded in shooting, suspect dead

Three Atlanta police officers are expected to survive after being shot while responding to a call about an armed individual on Saturday evening.

Georgia man charged with murdering law student, setting fire to apartment in 23-year-old cold case denied bond

Edrick Lamont Faust, 48, who was charged in the 2001 murder of University of George law student Tar Louise Baker, 23, has been denied bond.

Meet Fani Willis' GOP challenger for the top prosecutor job in deep-blue Georgia

Embattled Georgia prosecutor Fani Willis will likely face GOP challenger Courtney Kramer in the race for district attorney this November.

Coast Guard rescues injured sailor off Georgia coast

The U.S. Coast Guard rescued an injured man whose sailboat, the Quicksilver, ran aground near Sapelo Sound, Georgia on Wednesday. The man was airlifted away from the scene.

Arrest made in 2001 murder of Georgia law student found dead in burning home

Authorities have arrested a man who they believe killed a University of Georgia law student more than two decades ago. Twenty-three-year-old Tara Louise Baker was found dead in 2001.

US committee probes Georgia university's alleged ties to Chinese military-linked research

A U.S. committee has launched an inquiry into the Georgia Institute of Technology's collaboration with a Chinese institution accused of ties to the People's Liberation Army.