Atlanta City Council has approved a $3 billion budget for 2026, emphasizing public safety, housing, and community enrichment, with environmental regulations for data centers and investment in infrastructure.

An Atlanta Mexican restaurant, Tacos & Tequilas, temporarily closed due to a fire. No injuries were reported, and the extent of damage is being assessed.

A woman was shot in the hip after an argument in Atlanta; she remained alert when police arrived and was hospitalized. The shooter is unidentified, and the investigation is ongoing.

GBI seeks info on a double homicide in Wilcox County involving suspect Quintavis Holt, facing murder and other charges. Public urged to contact authorities with info.

An Atlanta police officer fatally shot a suspect vandalizing a patrol car; the GBI is investigating the 28th officer-involved shooting of 2025 in Georgia.

Atlanta's weather forecast predicts sunny days with potential rain, high temperatures in the low to mid-80s, and chances of showers increasing towards the weekend.

Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms has praised the court's blocking of Trump-era tariffs, framing it as relief for Georgia businesses as she runs for governor.

An 11-year-old from Dunwoody, Sarv Dharavane, placed third in the Scripps National Spelling Bee, marking a significant achievement as the first Georgian finalist in over two decades.

Devon Rambo was found guilty of illegal firearm possession. He faces up to 15 years in prison, with sentencing yet to be scheduled. The conviction is part of Operation Take Back America.

Sen. RaShaun Kemp has been appointed to the Senate Study Committee on Combating Chronic Absenteeism in Schools, bringing his educator experience to the mission.

Elizabeth Scott has been appointed as the new superintendent at Treutlen Probation Detention Center, announced by the Georgia Department of Corrections.

Atlanta Police arrested Blain Stafford for a homicide on Allegheny St. SW from February 2023. He faces several charges and is presumed innocent until proven guilty.

Newnan's Lynch Park will have expanded parking facilities, an effort to accommodate increased usage, with funding from the SPLOST and contributions by local firms. Officials broke ground on the project with no timeline yet released.