Suwanee Fest is returning on September 20-21 with a Jurassic theme, including a parade, over 200 vendors, entertainment, and family activities such as fossil digs. Free shuttles will be available for transportation.

Clayton County plans a National Voter Registration Day Block Party on September 16, 2025, with music, vendors, and food trucks, aiming to promote voter registration and education.

Atlanta opens its first city-run grocery store, Azalea Fresh Market, to address food insecurity and enhance local access to fresh food, with a grand opening drawing hundreds of customers.

A hit and run in Atlanta resulted in one death, several injuries, and the arrest of suspect Buck Rollins, who faces multiple charges including Homicide by Vehicle.

Georgia's tax revenues increased by 3.2% in August to $2.41 billion, reflecting economic growth with income tax and sales tax gains, despite a dip in corporate taxes and vehicle fees.

A 9-year-old Bartow County student, Kevin Trujillo Blas, died after a medical emergency last month, leaving a significant impact on his school community.

DeKalb County firefighter dies after 21 years of service, succumbing to injuries from a Lithonia warehouse fire.

Cobb County police investigate a teen brawl at a Waffle House, with no confirmed link to Sprayberry High School.

DeKalb County police investigate a drug-related shooting at a business alleged to be a front for narcotics sales; no injuries were reported. Four individuals were arrested on drug and gun charges.

Atlanta spa shooter Robert Aaron Long faces hearings in Fulton County on charges including murder and domestic terrorism, with the DA seeking the death penalty under hate crime laws.

A pretrial hearing occurs for defendants accused of racketeering linked to Atlanta's "Defend the Atlanta Forest" movement, with complex legal developments including a mistrial and concerns over protest rights.

Atlanta's forecast predicts sunny and moderate weather, perfect for outdoor activities, with highs around 80-88 degrees and comfortable evenings in the 60s.

Milton's City Council to hold Special Called Meeting on Sep 8 for a Public Hearing on the proposed FY 2026 budget and other items, available in-person and via livestream.