Georgia officials announced plans for a new forensic mental health hospital to alleviate jail overcrowding and improve mental health care for inmates.

David Mays, a retired dentist, is under investigation for the murder of Monterio Spurling outside his former Atlanta dental office after responding to a security alert. Spurling was unarmed and showed no aggression when shot by Mays.

Jan Jones announced she will step down at the end of her term in January 2027, ending a long run as Georgia’s speaker pro tempore and opening a north Fulton seat.

Commissioner Alaina Reaves hosts a "Knit & Chat" event in Clayton County for community engagement through crafting and conversation at the Northwest Branch Library.

A 2-year-old was shot and killed Wednesday at the Carlyle of Sandy Springs apartments on Sandalwood Drive; police say the investigation is ongoing and no arrests have been made.

A man was found dead overnight inside a home on Dorian Drive in Union City. Officers blocked part of the street and officials say no arrests have been announced.

The forecast for Atlanta includes a mix of sun, storms, and gusty winds, with varying chances of showers and thunderstorms over the next several days.

Delta Air Lines disputed initial claims of a cockpit breach on a flight from Houston to Atlanta; a passenger exhibited unruly behavior, prompting an emergency return and arrest.

Officer Desaussure of Cobb County performed lifesaving aid on a newborn during a roadside emergency, successfully reviving the baby after a traffic stop turned into an unexpected delivery.

Allison Entrekin has been named editor‑in‑chief of Atlanta Magazine as the title enters its 65th year. Her promotion spotlights a travel‑and‑features editor taking the helm.

The Milton Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is focusing on park improvements and program partnerships, with public meetings for discussion and upcoming volunteer clean-up events.

Atlanta police officers are praised for saving a 9-year-old boy shot in a drive-by by applying a chest seal and rushing him to the hospital. The child is now stable; suspects remain at large.

Suspect Nahjel Williams is in custody for a 2024 Atlanta homicide; charges include Murder and Aggravated Assault. His arrest is not an indication of guilt.