A 911 call reporting violence led to police confronting rapper Young Scooter, who died after sustaining a leg injury while fleeing. Authorities are investigating with a reward offered for the anonymous caller's identity.

Georgia's legislature has eased the standard for proving intellectual disability in death penalty cases, shifting from "beyond a reasonable doubt" to "a preponderance of the evidence." The bipartisan bill awaits Governor Kemp's signature.

An EF1 tornado with winds up to 90 mph struck Henry County, Georgia, causing damage and toppling trees but no reported injuries. Officials are assessing similar damage in Coweta County.

The CDC faces a significant downsizing with 2,400 jobs cut and concerns rise over the impact on public health, following restructuring plans supported by Health Secretary Kennedy and President Trump.

Union City introduces CodeRED, an emergency notification service that sends residents alerts about various crises. Residents can sign up by texting UnioncityGA to 24639 to receive timely information.

The Big Ridge Fire in Rabun County, Georgia, has burned over 2,700 acres with 8% containment. Nearly 250 personnel combat the blaze with various tactics; residents are urged to sign up for emergency alerts.

Marietta residents can attend City Council meetings on April 7 and 9 to engage with local legislation, in-person or virtually, with agendas available online and proceedings broadcasted on the city's website.

A woman shot and killed her brother in a Southwest Atlanta home. She's in custody; details and charges are pending. The local community has safety concerns.

A two-year-old girl in Atlanta's Zone 6 was killed by a vehicle on Glenwood Ave. SE; the driver is cooperating with the police investigation. No charges have been filed yet.

Fayetteville is renovating roads in the Quail Hollow neighborhood and repairing Lester Road path, aiming to minimize disturbances and maintain local access during works.

Fayetteville's webinar focused on enhancing inclusivity for those with developmental disabilities, featuring discussions on education, support strategies, and community engagement.

A fire at Redmond Chase Apartment Homes in Floyd County resulted in the death of a 3-year-old and injured others, with investigations ongoing into the electrical origin of the blaze.

Edgar Santana of Lilburn, reported missing since March 24, has been found safe, as confirmed by Gwinnett County Police. His location during the disappearance remains undisclosed.