A man was arrested for making a threat against Upson-Lee Elementary School, which led to a lockdown and a safety sweep of the school. No injuries were reported.

Kennesaw announces its 2026 live music concert series at Depot Park, featuring free shows from acts like Night Ranger and tribute bands, with local business sponsorship.

A man was critically injured in a shooting at Decatur Library in Atlanta following a dispute. Police are seeking suspect Medicus Brown for aggravated assault and firearms charges. The library, a community hub, is addressing safety and remains closed.

DeKalb County crews finished repairs on a 12-inch water main break, restoring water pressure and advising residents to run taps to clear any discolored water. Traffic controls remain as recovery continues.

A woman was wounded at home by street gunfire late at night on McDaniel St SW, Atlanta. Police are investigating and seeking information on the shooter(s).

Chairwoman Hendrickson expressed condolences for the loss of Officer Tamang and MPO Reed, affecting the Gwinnett County Police Department and community.

GBI probes a Gwinnett County officer-involved shooting where one officer died and another was critically injured; the suspect Kevin Andrews was also shot.

Two men from Georgia have been sentenced to 20 years in prison for a lottery fraud scheme involving video poker machines regulated by the Georgia Lottery.

Georgia State Representative Dexter Sharper is charged with fraud, accused of illegally claiming $13,825 in unemployment benefits during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Atlanta Police are investigating a fatal shooting on Trabert Ave., with one male victim succumbed to his injuries.

Dunwoody and Peachtree Corners are inviting public input on Phase II of the Winters Chapel Path at an open house, aiming to improve pedestrian and bike paths.

Dieu Doumdje was sentenced to 30 years, with at least 15 years in custody, for multiple crimes including kidnapping and theft.

Georgia Senate Bill 382 advances to limit spikes in property taxes by establishing a statewide homestead exemption and simplifying local sales tax referendums.