Williams retires after 30 years with the APD
After a long and successful career, Lt. James Williams retires from the Albany Police Department.
Firefighters take home safety theme to kids
Armed with a principle that earlier is better, the Albany Fire Department takes the Fire Safety Home to second-graders.
Caregiver indictment handed down
A former caregiver to an elderly woman is among those indicted by a Dougherty County grand jury.
The One Day Project plants downtown butterfly garden
A local coalition seeks to beautify the area by attracting Monarch butterflies.
911 dispatchers get recognition
“Unsung” emergency defenders are honored with National Public Safety Telecommunications Week.
Fire Department trains with new platform truck
Priced at just under $1 million, the AFD’s new aerial platform truck helps save lives and keep fire insurance rates low.
Police officers hone fighting skills
Law enforcement officers learn self defense and the best methods to subdue unruly suspects.
Charges made in phone theft case
The person who sent self-made photos from a stolen cell phone to the victim’s Facebook page has been cleared of any crime.
Police/Fire/EMS - April 17, 2013
The Albany Police Department responded to at least nine incidents on Monday and the early hours of Tuesday.
South Albany teen shot in leg
A 17-year-old Albany resident was shot in the leg as he walked on Cedar Avenue.
No charges filed against man whose image was taken with stolen phone
An unknown Albany male posts his photo on Facebook after stealing a cell phone.
Native American history celebrated
The Native American Cultural Festival is the best in at least three years, officials say.
Two suspects jailed in Thursday killing
Charges made in Thursday night killing
Murder suspects jailed
Court may allow more DNA testing
A Superior Court judge may allow more testing of DNA evidence in the case of a condemned killer.
Colbert pleads guilty to armed robbery
Eric Colbert, could receive 35 years to life in prison for attempted bank robbery.
Police probe shootings
East Albany sees two shootings late Thursday and early Friday morning, one resulting in a death.
Native American Festival returns
Chehaw's annual Native American Cultural Festival provides a weekend of fun and education.
Grand Jury returns indictments
The Dougherty County Grand Jury issued a number of indictments Wednesday.
Megan's House receives van
A respite home for children with developmental disabilities receives a handicapped-accessible van.
Arson warrant issued in Albany Heights fires
A former resident of a downtown apartment complex is suspected of starting fires at the complex.
Law Day forum focuses on equality
Law Day 2013 is a celebration commemorating 150 years since the Emancipation Proclamation.
Biker chase ends with crash
A Dawson motorcyclist tries to outrun a deputy but instead crashes his bike in Albany.
Firefighters push prevention
The Albany Fire Department has a successful history of fire prevention and officials want to make it even better.
Roadblock, dog uncover meth lab in car’s trunk
A drug-sniffing dog led police to the hidden meth lab.
Chase from Terrell County ends with crash in Albany
A Dawson motorcyclist tries to outrun a sheriff's deputy, but instead crashes his bike in Albany.
Invasion report gets home owner arrested
A home invasion victim calls police and is arrested for manufacturing marijuana.
Police/Fire/EMS- April 6, 2013
The Albany Police Department responded to at least 27 incidents on Thursday and into the early hours of Friday, available reports show.
Man tries to snatch car keys from occupied vehicle
Albany police are attempting to question a suspect about an attempted car key snatching downtown.
Woman charged with defrauding business
An Albany woman is charged with 10 theft-related crimes against her former employer.
Union officer indicted for theft
A former financial secretary of United Paperworkers International is indicted for theft.
Byne Egg-stravaganza wins Easter smiles
It's not the Easter Bunny, but a helicopter that delivers these multicolored eggs.
Flint River bill fails in the House
A bill, which the Georgia Water Coalition contended contained a “poison pill,” is defeated in the Georgia House.
Parents offered spring break gang advice
The Albany Police Department's Gang Task Force offers advice to parents of children on spring break.
No arrests in downtown arson case
While investigations and interviews of “persons of interest” continue, no charges have been made.
Business owner challenges community
Restaurant owner B.J. Fletcher augments a drive-by shooting reward.
Coalition slams Flint River bill
Georgia Water Coalition says new water bill threatens rivers, property rights and taxpayers.
Murder case among indictments
The Dougherty County Grand Jury indictments include a child exploitation case.
