Barrow County, Georgia approved a $182M budget without tax increases, focusing on infrastructure and safety, while the school district faces the challenge of funding school officers after a shooting incident.

Atlanta police arrested repeat offender Sylvester York for providing a fake name; meanwhile, a national surge in financial aid fraud involves scammers using AI to steal funds by impersonating students online.

Man fleeing deputies after suspected of marijuana use runs into Georgia's most secure prison, where he's caught with the help of K9 units and later found to be connected to over a pound of methamphetamine.

CDPH launched a support program for low-income homeowners to assist with septic system maintenance, funded by ARPA grants, with up to $15,000 for repairs or connections to local sewers.

A man was shot in his arm at a residence on Donnelly Avenue NW in Atlanta; he survived. The APD is investigating the incident, with no suspects or motives yet released.

In Middle Georgia, a one-year-old boy was fatally struck by his mother's car as she drove into their driveway, an incident regarded as an unavoidable accident with no charges pressed.

SmartAsset's report shows Georgia as the 17th most expensive state for single adults with a needed salary of $99,590, and 33rd for families at $210,829. The 50/30/20 budget rule was used for the analysis.

Athens-Clarke County will start processing absentee ballots on June 17 at 3 PM, with early tabulation also beginning then, and advance votes tallied from 6 PM on Election Day. Observers can watch at a local facility.

A week-long road closure on Linden Avenue NW in Atlanta starts June 9, 2025, for utility work, with detours in place for vehicles but sidewalks remaining open.

DeKalb County Election officials plan a meeting to discuss changes to two polling sites due to construction, ensuring a smooth voting process for a special election.

Henry County K9 Duco received a new body armor donated by Vested Interest in K9s, Inc., enhancing safety for the dog during high-risk law enforcement operations.

An 8-year-old was shot in the leg during a fight in South Fulton; one woman faces charges. Multiple detentions occurred, and the investigation continues. The child is recovering in the hospital.

One teen was killed and six injured in a LaGrange mass shooting at a house party. Police have not made arrests or determined a motive as the community calls for an end to violence.