Firefighters responded to a large fire at a vacant apartment building in Atlanta's Bankhead neighborhood; there were no injuries, and the cause is under investigation.

Georgia has made swatting a felony, with offenders facing up to 5 years in prison and restitution payments, aiming to curtail the rise in such incidents.

Georgia companies and government push for swifter clean energy actions, facing a slow utility response, overshadowed by nuclear advances, and challenged by delays in coal plant retirements and new gas projects.

The U.S. Supreme Court allowed cities to criminalize homelessness, but Atlanta's Mayor opposes this, focusing on relocating and supporting the homeless.

Hundreds in Midtown Atlanta protested various issues ahead of a presidential debate, emphasizing support for Palestinians and sharing skepticism about both presidential candidates.

Sen. Warnock criticizes Trump after a debate with Biden; there are mixed Democratic reactions, GOP confidence, and varied public response. Biden maintains some support amidst discussions on party direction.

The City of Alpharetta published its first annual Public Safety report, detailing operations, expense data, and emphasizing its rank as one of the safest cities.

Atlanta hosts a heated presidential debate between Biden and Trump, with concerns over Biden's performance and debate on key issues like abortion rights.

Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport is experiencing increased traffic due to the Fourth of July, with record numbers on June 23 and over 367,000 expected on peak days. Passengers are advised to arrive early.

Cobb County Water System reported a spill of 3.9 million gallons of substandard treated wastewater into Lake Allatoona, a second recent incident spurring investigation.

Alpharetta reminds residents of Georgia's fireworks laws ahead of July 4th, limiting use until 11:59 PM on holidays and extending to 1:00 AM on New Year's. Consideration for neighbors and proper use according to local restrictions are emphasized.

Lawrenceville has dedicated HYRO Park in memory of a K9 officer, offering a dog-friendly space with amenities like artificial turf and agility equipment.

Mayor Derek Norton of Smyrna will deliver his fourth State of the City address, highlighting past achievements and future plans, with a mandatory registration for attendees.