Malcolm Xavier Walker, a 40-year-old Atlanta man, was charged with felony larceny for a sports recruiting scam where he falsely claimed to be a football recruiter.

Breanna Schermerhorn criticized the decision to make schools pay for SROs after her son was a victim in a school shooting. She believes SROs are essential for safety and the board's decision is disrespectful.

A former teacher in Douglas County was arrested for uploading child pornography on Kik, with charges including 14 counts of sexual exploitation of children.

A fifth suspect in a violent Cincinnati outbreak has been arrested in Atlanta, with previous suspects already charged and the incident stirring controversy online.

Atlanta's weather forecast includes sunny skies, with chances of thunderstorms increasing throughout the week.

A tree fell on Hemphill School Road, obstructing traffic and causing a power outage. A man sustained minor injuries, and crews spent hours clearing the tree and restoring power.

Clayton County will host a Farmer's Market at Lake Spivey Recreation Center on August 29, 2025, featuring fresh produce and multiple payment options, including card and EBT.

Community Park Clean Up & Trash Dump event is scheduled for September 13, 2025, in Independence Park, with Clayton County Parks and Recreation seeking volunteers.

Conyers City Council plans an 18.05% property tax increase to offset inflation's impact on city services. Public hearings are scheduled before finalizing the new rate.

The article summarizes the City Council meeting in Milton, highlighting summer interns' achievements, municipal finance updates, changes to event permits and property assessments, and agreement discussions for upcoming election logistics.

Atlanta City Council accelerates the process to fill Councilmember Amir Farokhi's District 2 seat after his resignation, with a deadline for applications on August 27 and a vote on September 15.

The Fulton County grand jury chose not to indict former Atlanta police officer Kiran Kimbrough in the Taser-related death of deacon Johnny Hollman Sr.

Sandy Springs is preparing for its upcoming municipal election on November 4, 2025, with mayoral and city council seats open for candidates starting August 18.