Gov. Kemp and First Lady lead a delegation to Italy to reinforce economic ties and explore new business ventures, aiming to bring opportunities to Georgians. The mission will meet with companies like La Regina di San Marzano and Pirelli.

An escaped inmate from Towns County, Bruce Partin Jr., was recaptured after a multi-day manhunt involving drones and K-9 units. He faces additional charges for felony escape.

Spencer Bentley Brooks was found guilty of murdering his mother and setting her house on fire in 2021. The conviction includes charges of Malice Murder, Felony Murder, aggravated assault, and Arson 1st Degree. His sentencing is pending.

The Marietta Police Department celebrated the promotions of six officers with a ceremony attended by family and colleagues, where new badges were pinned by family members.

Governor Brian Kemp announces a $1.5 billion transportation infrastructure investment for Georgia, enhancing roads, bridges, and freight in response to growth.

The National Weather Service forecasts a week of showers and thunderstorms for Atlanta, with high chances of rain each day and comfortable temperatures around 70-86 degrees.

A dispute in Atlanta resulted in a shooting, with a 55-year-old man hospitalized and a 20-year-old, Zachary Hosch, facing charges, as police investigate the incident.

The GBI is investigating a fatal officer-involved shooting in Banks County, Georgia, which resulted in the deaths of Joshua Emmett and Meagan Feaster. An autopsy is pending, and the case will be reviewed by the local DA's office.

A 16-year-old was killed by a hit-and-run driver in Cobb County, GA. The victim, Jaylen Fitzpatrick, was struck by a red Hyundai Santa Fe. Cobb County Police seek information on the incident.

A man drove his SUV into a Gainesville apartment, injuring a child, who was airlifted to hospital. The driver, Erickson Mondesir, faces hit-and-run charges and is in jail.

Civil rights activist and musician Bernice Johnson Reagon has passed away at 81. She was known for co-founding The Freedom Singers and Sweet Honey in the Rock and contributed widely to music and social justice.

Truck-A-Palooza 2024 at Town Center Mall in Kennesaw features a range of vehicles for an educational event on October 5. Tickets are $5 with a family cap of $20; under 2s free. Proceeds support Cobb County Safety Village safety programs.

Georgia's appeals court has delayed arguments on DA Fani Willis's role in the Trump election interference case until December 5, after the November election. Trump is indicted with others but has pled not guilty.