Commissioner Ricky Dobbs Jr. is hosting a community chat at Jessie Davis Park to facilitate dialogue between officials and citizens, discuss local issues, and encourage civic participation.

The Douglas County Courthouse will host a "Junk Dump" event on August 31st to help residents dispose of unwanted items responsibly. Certain items like paint and batteries are not accepted.

Douglasville is set to increase property taxes by 16.67%, responding to decreased sales tax revenue and higher service costs. Three public hearings are planned before adoption.

Gwinnett County Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson has been nationally recognized and appointed to leadership positions by the National Association of Counties (NACo) for her innovative community work.

A man was treated for a gunshot wound at Grady Hospital, possibly linked to an attempted robbery in Lakewood. Atlanta PD is investigating the incident without suspect details yet.

Atlanta's weather forecast predicts consistent hot and sunny days, with highs near 94 degrees and a heat index close to 99. Light breezes offer minimal relief, while a 30-40% chance of showers and thunderstorms emerges mid-week.

A high school football player in Georgia lost his leg and is now fundraising for his medical expenses after being hit by a car while helping his mother after her crash.

Cledir Barros is on trial for the murder of his 8-year-old daughter. Despite claiming innocence, evidence suggests his daughter endured abuse and his wife, Natiela, who is charged with the actual killing, acted out of anger.

Cobb PARKS releases a Fall Activity Guide full of diverse recreational and educational opportunities for the community, available digitally with interactive features.

Big Boi will perform at the College Football Hall of Fame's 10th anniversary in Atlanta on August 24, featuring new exhibits and family-friendly activities.

Richard Dale Harden pleaded guilty to murdering Heather McDonald in 2016 and will serve a life sentence without parole. Her remains were found by hunters after she disappeared. Evidence included cell location data and DNA.

Georgia's State Election Board voted to request a new investigation into Fulton County's 2020 ballot handling, stirring ongoing political controversy over the presidential election results.

Lawrenceville invites community input on Honest Alley revamp, with a meeting on August 9 and an online survey available. They plan to transform the space into a vibrant area with outdoor dining and art.