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.

Rudy Giuliani faces a challenge from creditors, including two Georgia election workers who won a $148m defamation judgment against him, to dismiss his bankruptcy case for an alleged lack of good faith.

The Fulton County Aviation Center celebrated its 10th anniversary, with officials highlighting its impact on arts, culture, and education in the community.

Lawrenceville proposes to increase its millage rate to 3.26 mills to maintain city services and ensure financial stability. Public hearings are scheduled to discuss the hike.

Union City is hosting its second annual Light Up the Night event on July 20, 2024, featuring a laser light show and a Back to School Bash providing free backpacks and supplies.

The GBI has arrested three in connection with a Toccoa, GA shooting; one suspect remains at large. The victim is hospitalized, and charges vary among the detainees.

A man was shot in the leg on Ralph D. Abernathy Boulevard in Atlanta; police are investigating the incident with no suspects or motives yet disclosed.