A man with a prior child molestation record, Joseph Vansickle, was arrested in Villa Rica for seven counts of child exploitation; no local children were involved.

Atlanta's BEST Academy made history with the first all-Black high school polo team showcased at the Atlanta Polo Party, demonstrating newfound skills and challenging the traditional demographics of equestrian sports.

Gwinnett County received several 3CMA Savvy Awards for their effective public outreach, including for their glass recycling initiative and social media use.

A 59-year-old man in Buford, GA, was arrested by GBI for drug trafficking and firearm possession. The operation revealed cocaine and a gun. Public tips are encouraged.

Atlanta journalist Mario Guevara faces deportation after a recent court ruling, despite Senator Josh McLaurin's opposition and concern for press freedom.

Pope High School's football field was named "Matt Hobby Field" in tribute to a former player who died of cancer, and the school hosted the 20th Matt Hobby Classic game, raising funds for childhood cancer research.

Police responded to a shooting in Atlanta, resulting in one fatality and a person injured, with the incident possibly stemming from a domestic dispute.

Kennesaw city officials plan to implement security screenings at city council meetings following the assassination of activist Charlie Kirk, aiming to enhance safety at public forums.

Atlanta expects warm, sunny days with increasing chance of thunderstorms during the week, high temperatures around 90 degrees, and partly cloudy nights with lows in the upper 60s.

Milton's City announces a water outage on September 24 due to Morris Road widening; service expected to resume by 5 p.m., no boil advisory required post-restoration.

The GBI is investigating a shooting in Claxton, Georgia, where two victims were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. They seek community tips to aid the investigation.

Atlanta faces a mixed week of weather, starting with sunny skies and a slight chance of thunderstorms later today, and heading into a sunny weekend. Chances of showers and thunderstorms increase midweek.

Sylvan Hills welcomes "La Bodega and Pupuseria," offering access to fresh produce, with the Atlanta Mayor supporting the venture. The eatery, Red Room Bistro, introduces diverse flavors, while Smorgasbord Atlanta, a food festival, is set to launch.