Zakariya Wildman received a life sentence for the murder of roommate Kali Winston in Decatur over a dispute involving a gun. The incident occurred after Wildman was confronted for firing the gun in their backyard.

DeKalb County invites young anglers to its Gateway to Fishing Program, offering free lessons and equipment for fishing at Chapel Hill Park on August 17.

Georgia's Senators are focusing on infrastructure, public health, workforce development, housing, election security, and agriculture, with various initiatives and funding aimed at improving these sectors throughout the state.

The annual Book it to the Park event at Flat Shoals Park is set for July 20, aiming to foster children's literacy through a book drive and activities.

Cobb County State Court has summoned jurors for July 8, 2024. Groups #1-8 must report at 8:30 AM, while Groups #9-10 are excused. Jurors must bring a summons and check-in online, with parking at 191 Lawrence Street.

Atlanta Police release videos of ex-Judge Christina Peterson's arrest at a Buckhead nightclub, detailing her emotional response and refusal to identify herself.

A 2-year-old boy was found dead in a hot car in Cobb County; no charges have been filed pending an investigation. Georgia has the fifth-highest rate of child hot car deaths in the US.

Atlanta is considering a "blight tax" to curb urban decay by targeting absentee owners of neglected properties, exempting occupied buildings, with incentives for improvements.

Civil rights groups are reevaluating their legal strategies and considering Section 1983 in their fight against a contentious redistricting plan in Arkansas after a series of court defeats.

A water main repair in Atlanta has closed part of Lakeside Drive NE. Residents within the affected area can access their driveways from Sims Avenue NE. Detours are in place for drivers until repairs are finished.

Georgia Outdoor News reports that certain snakes in Georgia can climb trees, walls, and fences using their muscular bodies and scales.

Atlanta's e-bike rebate program attracts nearly 9,000 applicants, aiming to provide sustainable transportation options, with lottery-drawn rebates prioritizing lower-income residents.

The Atlanta LGBTQ+ Story Tour, covered by WABE, highlights over 20 historical locations significant to the city's LGBTQ community, sharing stories of struggle and progress.