Jacuzzi will close its Valdosta bathtub plant, affecting more than 100 workers as the company consolidates production amid shifting consumer demand. Local workforce teams are preparing to respond.

Covington's council voted to start drafting a parental‑responsibility ordinance that could fine or jail guardians if their children commit certain offenses.

Chattanooga College has leased 27,000 sq ft at the Braves' Pennant Park and plans a 2027 Atlanta campus that could grow to about 800 students.

A school report led Brookhaven police to arrest two adults on allegations of sexual abuse and trafficking; both are jailed while investigators protect a juvenile victim.

Thrillz Atlanta opens June 10, 2026 at 4280 Northeast Expressway with a 35‑ft mega slide, a 40‑ft drop tower and 20+ attractions mixing VR, rides and obstacle courses.

A streamer at an Atlanta convention was hit with a swatting hoax Tuesday; video shows the moment the streamer called it a prank.

A bear hit on Highway 108 in Pickens County was put down by deputies Tuesday morning under DNR guidance; remains will be collected by wildlife staff.

A bomb threat was reported ahead of Brad Raffensperger’s Macon campaign stop at Middle Georgia Regional Airport; officials say an investigation is underway.

An Athens-Clarke County officer shot and killed a man who police say fired at officers on Hull Road early May 12. The GBI is leading the criminal investigation.

Police locked down Forsyth and Brotherton early Tuesday after a shooting near the Garnett MARTA and Greyhound terminals. Investigators found at least one person shot and are working the scene.

Two people were shot in a Marietta parking lot; two teens were arrested and are being held on multiple felony counts. Police recovered firearms and say the probe is ongoing.

Partly cloudy and breezy Tuesday in Atlanta with highs near 76°F. Dry and warming through the weekend.

Butts County School System confirmed Monday that a student at Hampton L. Daughtry Elementary died over the weekend. Counselors and support staff will be available while officials withhold identifying details.