Damekion Garlington has been sentenced to 20 years, with five to serve in prison and the rest on probation, in the YSL gang case. His murder charges were dropped after an Alford plea.

DeKalb County announced the start of the Peachtree Industrial Water Transmission Main Replacement Project on July 7 to improve water service, with completion expected by January 2028.

Two Atlanta men were arrested for a shooting at a birthday party in Covington's park, with no injuries reported. Charges include aggravated assault and cruelty to children.

Atlanta's forecast includes showers and thunderstorms with a 70% chance of rain and wind gusts today, sunny weekend with highs in the low 80s, and increasing heat next week with chances of rain by midweek.

Gwinnett County announces a Cultural Night event on May 30 to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with performances and food.

Sen. Sonya Halpern joins a committee dedicated to making Georgia a top tourism destination, aiming to leverage its diverse attractions and boost the state's economy.

DeKalb County offers early voting for the Georgia Public Service Commission special election from May 27 to June 13, including weekends, at ten locations with extended hours and absentee ballot drop boxes.

DeKalb County Police seek a man linked to a fatal home invasion in Lithonia; the homeowner was fatally shot and suspects were seen at a nearby Walmart after the incident.

Felon Terry Burston was arrested for a series of armed robberies at DeKalb County postal offices and businesses, with a history of similar crimes dating back to 1995.

Georgia's Senate Study Committee on Combating Chronic Absenteeism, led by Sen. Kennedy, aims to address attendance issues in schools, complementing SB 123's initiatives for local action and reporting.

Georgia voters began early voting for the PSC primary elections, with statewide impact on utility rates. The vote follows a dismissed lawsuit over PSC districting, with two seats and eight candidates in contention.

Cobb County Police investigate a serious hit-and-run on I-285 that injured two men, one seriously, involving a white GMC Safari and a fleeing dark sedan.

Georgia State Patrol troopers engaged in two separate high-speed chases in DeKalb County during Memorial Day weekend, resulting in one arrest and one driver at large.