Crime & Public Safety

Gwinnett County police fatally shot a man after he drove into a patrol vehicle and pointed a gun at officers following a traffic stop late Tuesday night, authorities said.

Kevin Stroner, 56, who died from suicide, was identified as the suspect by police, while Moriah Cardona, 44, was listed as a homicide victim by the medical examiner’s office.

In his order issued Tuesday, the judge said Attorney General Chris Carr did not have the authority to bring RICO charges.

City leaders say state, federal law enforcement will ensure this year’s Sugar Bowl is safe. The National Guard will also be on the scene.

UGA fans and those attending the Peach Bowl in Atlanta should use guaranteed online platforms to buy tickets and be mindful of scalpers, experts say.

Federal prosecutors say executive Tracy Denise Jones used a fake name and a shell business to collect housing assistance and pandemic relief funds.

Atlanta police say an officer is one of two people found dead at a home in Midtown Atlanta.

Officials anticipate the lead up to New Year’s Day won’t be as bumper-to-bumper as what some drivers endured during Christmas travel.

The printed newspaper may be going away, but the AJC will maintain the watchdog role that it has played for more than a century.

Georgia's top gang prosecution unit recently won a major victory against leaders of Outcast Motorcycle Club’s southeast Georgia chapter.