Man removed from flight for using bathroom before takeoff
See how Delta handled the confrontation
Search is on for man accused of shooting Georgia deputy
the confrontation came after reports that a vehicle was stolen at the Atlanta Dragway
Georgia officers charged; police say video showed assault
ATLANTA (AP) - Charges have been filed against two fired Georgia police officers who authorities say were captured on video kicking and hitting a man during a traffic stop. Gwinnett County police on Wednesday announced charges against Michael Bongiovanni and…
Tennessee governor signs roads bill; takes effect July 1
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Gov. Bill Haslam has signed his wide-ranging proposal that increases Tennessee's gas tax to fund roadwork and cuts other taxes. On Wednesday, the Republican governor signed the bill that includes Tennessee's first gas tax increase since…
America's Got Talent contestant arrested in Georgia
One family member told police she has a history of alcohol abuse.
Beyonce to fund scholarships for women at 4 colleges
Beyonce is marking the anniversary of her album "Lemonade" by announcing scholarships for women to attend selected colleges. The singer announced that her Formation Scholars Award will go to one female student at each of four schools. The schools are…
GOP state senator Hill announces run for Georgia governor
The field to replace Gov. Nathan Dea is expected to become crowded.
Tennessee AG to defend abortion bill if it becomes law
"the law to some degree is unsettled"
Firefighter catches baby thrown from second-story window
fell 25 feet to 30 feet into Merritt's arms.
House OKs 23 hours of alcohol sales at 2 Nashville bars
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - The Tennessee House has passed a bill that would allow two Nashville bars to serve alcohol for 23 hours a day. The House approved the bill sponsored by Republican Rep. Sanderson of Kenton on Monday. It…
Tennessee House OKs bill opening up officer shooting records
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - The Tennessee House has cleared legislation to publicly disclose Tennessee Bureau of Investigation probes into deaths from officer shootings. The House voted 91-0 Monday to open the investigative records into deaths from a shooting by law…
Officials discuss possible impact of gas tax legislation
TENNESSEE (WDEF) - With reluctant support from some Republican leaders, Governor Bill Haslam's campaign for more highway funding will likely come true within hours. TDOT leaders are breathing a sigh of relief as they wait for the gas tax legislation…
Former worker at Alabama prison charged with bribery
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) - A former worker at a federal prison in Alabama has agreed to plead guilty to a bribery charge involving inmates. Federal prosecutors in Birmingham said Monday they've filed a plea agreement with 54-year-old Eric Pendleton, a…
The Latest: Tennessee Teacher to return to Tennessee to face charges
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) - The Latest on the arrest of a Tennessee teacher charged with kidnapping a 15-year-old student (all times local): 2:55 p.m. The man charged in the kidnapping of a Tennessee girl acknowledged in California federal court that…
Man held after 2 Alabama children found in trash container
DOTHAN, Ala. (AP) - Police in Alabama say a man is charged with abuse after allegedly locking two young children inside a trash bin container where authorities found them covered in ants.
Officials: 2 men killed after a fight over a cellphone
MIDFIELD, Ala. (AP) - Authorities say two men were fatally shot outside a home following a fight over a cellphone in Midfield.
County commissioner arrested on assault charge in Memphis
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) - A Tennessee local official has been arrested after police said he choked his girlfriend at a fast food restaurant. Memphis police said Monday that Shelby County Commissioner Justin Ford has been charged with aggravated assault and…
Hunting and fishing getting more expensive in Georgia
Hunting licenses would rise from $10 to $15 and annual fishing licenses would increase from $9 to $15.
Rain washes out NASCAR race at Bristol until Monday
BRISTOL, Tenn. (AP) - NASCAR has postponed the Monster Energy Cup race at Bristol Motor Speedway because of heavy rain that is not expected to let up on Sunday.
Crime victims: Alabama is wrong to post personal info online
(AP) -- Crime victims are calling for personal information such as addresses and telephone numbers to be removed from Alabama's court records website.
Republican Bill Lee joining Tennessee governor's race
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Franklin businessman Bill Lee says he's jumping into the Tennessee governor's race.
Study: Travelers spent $13 billion in Alabama in 2016
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - A report says travelers spent more than $13 billion in Alabama last year.
Ala. congressman fields tough questions during town-hall marathon
(CBS News) -- Congress goes back to work Monday after a two-week recess. Some Republicans who returned to their districts avoided tough questions from constituents, but not Congressman Bradley Byrne.
Memphis home once owned by Elvis Presley damaged by fire
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) - A home once owned by Elvis Presley in the 1950s as he was skyrocketing to fame was damaged by fire Saturday.