Senator Ed Harbison will honor the late Richard H. Smith by naming a local interchange after him on October 8th, recognizing Smith's public service legacy.

The weather in Atlanta is expected to be clear and sunny throughout the upcoming week, with daytime highs ranging from 73 to 83 degrees and nighttime lows between 52 and 64 degrees.

A Decatur man received a prison sentence for trying to sell fake fentanyl-laced oxycodone pills. He was caught with 10,000 counterfeit pills and was sentenced to seven years in jail followed by supervised release.

Sourivahn Phonthepsone has been sentenced to over seven years for attempting to smuggle firearms from the US into Canada.

Man attempts sexual assault on a stroke patient at Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta and eludes staff, leading to increased hospital security measures.

The Woodstock Police are hosting their 41st National Night Out on October 8, featuring activities aimed at strengthening community-law enforcement relations.

Cobb County plans to review code amendments in November, with public hearings scheduled for community input on changes affecting various policy areas.

Georgia's GEMA/HS warns of potential air quality issues in Cobb County due to smoke from the Rockdale County BioLab fire, with officials prepared for air testing.

The DOJ has found unconstitutional conditions in Georgia's prisons, including violence and abuse, especially targeting LGBTI inmates, and systemic problems requiring urgent reform.

Woodstock and First Baptist Church are collecting relief supplies for Hurricane Helene victims, accepting donations at the church during set hours. They require new basic essentials like water, non-perishables, and clothing.

Atlanta announces the redevelopment of the Mall West End into a mixed-use housing project, aiming to respect the area's heritage while offering affordable housing and business spaces.

The Georgia Senate Study Committee on AI is meeting to discuss AI development and regulation, aiming to position Georgia as a leader in the field while addressing potential biases and societal implications.

Georgia Reads Day was celebrated at the College Football Hall of Fame, promoting literacy among elementary students with support from Senators Esteves and Hickman and former UGA athlete Malcolm Mitchell.