Five individuals were arrested in DeKalb County for drugs and weapons charges after police raided an apartment and found marijuana, promethazine, Alprazolam pills, nitrous oxide, and firearms.

Woodstock invites residents to join the annual Citizens' Public Safety Academy, a 10-week course offering insights into local police and fire department operations.

Attorneys for Jose Ibarra, accused of murdering Laken Hope Riley, have requested to move his trial from Athens-Clarke County over impartiality concerns.

A postal worker was robbed at gunpoint in Atlanta; a witness exchanged gunfire with the assailant, who fled the scene. No injuries were reported, and the police are investigating.

Georgia officials fixed a glitch on a new voter registration cancellation website that exposed personal data including Social Security and driver's license information.

OneBlood experienced a ransomware attack impacting operations and hospitals in the southeastern U.S. They are maintaining services through manual processes but urge blood donations.

Union City is launching a UC Citizen's Academy program to educate residents on municipal operations starting September 5th, 2024. It covers various governance topics and aims to encourage civic engagement.

Roswell approves the creation of a new Crabapple Road Restaurant District, aiming to transform an office park into a dining and retail area with an open carry alcohol policy.

Georgia legislators, including Senator Larry Walker, actively work in summer study committees on state licensing efficiencies and forest resource potentials, preparing ground for future policies.

The U.S. Department of Transportation proposes a rule to stop airlines from charging fees for families to sit together, potentially saving hundreds of dollars for travelers with children.

The Atlanta Department of Transportation announces a road closure on Whitmore Drive NW for tree removal, suggesting detours and advising extra travel time.

Atlanta opens a cooling center with free water at Selena Butler Park to provide relief from extreme heat, emphasizing public safety and community support.

The Georgia State Election Board is retracting decisions from a disputed meeting after a legal challenge regarding the adequacy of public meeting notice and the validity of remote participation by a board member.