Conyers City Council plans an 18.05% property tax increase to offset inflation's impact on city services. Public hearings are scheduled before finalizing the new rate.

The article summarizes the City Council meeting in Milton, highlighting summer interns' achievements, municipal finance updates, changes to event permits and property assessments, and agreement discussions for upcoming election logistics.

Atlanta City Council accelerates the process to fill Councilmember Amir Farokhi's District 2 seat after his resignation, with a deadline for applications on August 27 and a vote on September 15.

The Fulton County grand jury chose not to indict former Atlanta police officer Kiran Kimbrough in the Taser-related death of deacon Johnny Hollman Sr.

Sandy Springs is preparing for its upcoming municipal election on November 4, 2025, with mayoral and city council seats open for candidates starting August 18.

Snellville is set to vote on keeping its property tax rate at 4 mills, potentially raising taxes due to property revaluations. Three public hearings are planned before the August 11 vote.

Derek Dooley, a former football coach, is running for the U.S. Senate in Georgia in 2026 as a Republican, challenging incumbent Democrat Jon Ossoff. He's endorsed by Governor Brian Kemp and emphasizes conservative issues in his campaign.

The Gainesville Police Department mourns the loss of retired K9 officer Rex, who passed away at age 11, remembered for his service and bond with his handler.

A 14-year-old boy was shot in his arm near a southwest Atlanta restaurant and is recovering in Grady Memorial Hospital. Police are investigating the incident, with no suspects identified yet.

A 14-year-old boy was shot on Peters Street SW in Atlanta and treated at Grady Hospital; police are investigating the incident with no suspects identified yet.

An investigation is underway by the GBI after a shooting involving an officer in Warner Robins, GA, during a domestic violence call. The suspect, Jesus Chavez-Ledesma, was injured but is stable.

Atlanta is expected to experience several days of rain and thunderstorms, with high chances of precipitation through the weekend, according to the National Weather Service.

Malik Javier McKenzie of Savannah was sentenced to 595 months for drug trafficking, firearms offenses, and jury tampering after attempting to bribe a juror.