Cobb County invites the community to its free Cybersecurity Day event on October 3 for education, expert talks, and career opportunities in cybersecurity.

Georgia and the USDA have secured $531.24 million in federal relief funds for the Hurricane Helene Block Grant Program to aid the state's agriculture recovery.

Atlanta is set for a stretch of pleasant weather with sunny skies and moderate temperatures, highs in the 70s to low 80s, and mild evenings in the mid-50s to low 60s, per the National Weather Service.

Butts County Public Works Department is hiring a Public Works Mechanic II to maintain their vehicle fleet, requiring experience with various machinery and the ability to perform preventative maintenance.

The GBI is investigating an officer-involved shooting in Coffee County where Tommy Musgrove II was shot by law enforcement after fleeing a domestic incident and brandishing a replica gun.

Paulding County has completed repairs on a damaged 36" water main, with pressure rebuilding before full service is restored. Residents were advised to open faucets slightly to ease the transition back to normal water usage.

A man was sentenced to 14 years for blowing up a Georgia ATM, stealing $90,000, and gambling it away. Abdurrahim Jalal, 55, faced multiple charges including arson and possessing unregistered explosives.

Three hospitalized after a shooting at a Forest Park basketball tournament; police believe it's an isolated incident and seek information from the public.

The GBI investigates multiple related shootings in Claxton, GA, after a violent incident spills over from a gathering, prompting a full investigation.

Former church elder Howard Lester is sought by police for allegedly embezzling over $200,000 from a church account and a separate theft at his former job.

Newton County received the Aetna Platinum Award for exceptional workplace well-being, focusing on physical, mental, financial, and social health of its employees.

The Atlanta Dogwood Festival needs $250,000 to avoid cancellation. Despite raising over $44,000, increased costs and reduced sponsorship threaten its future. The festival could still happen in April 2026 if fundraising is successful.

Clayton County introduced a whole blood transfusion program allowing paramedics to administer blood to trauma patients on the scene, potentially improving survival rates.