Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger opposes proposed election rule changes requiring hand counts of ballots, arguing they may undermine voter confidence and burden workers.

A Carroll County man was arrested for raping an 81-year-old family member. Medical evidence supported the victim's accusation, leading to charges including rape and incest.

Georgia trucker Roderick Bashon Billingslea, Jr. received a 30-month sentence for PPP loan fraud and running illegal trucking entities, with a restitution order of $591,668.89.

The Georgia State Transportation Board approved the SR 400 Express Lanes project, with SR 400 Peach Partners to handle its development. The project will include a 16-mile toll lane and a BRT line.

Ludacris, in collaboration with Booking.com, offers a two-night stay at his Atlanta mansion for $4.04, reflecting the city's area code, with booking opening August 28 for a September stay.

Milton's PRAB met to discuss city park guidelines, review programs, consider residency requirements for travel teams, create an extreme weather policy, and plan facilities such as a new active park.

The Dunwoody Police Department launched a Real Time Crime Center to enhance public safety and emergency response, funded by SPLOST and highlighted at an unveiling event.

Two residents of Coffee County, GA, were arrested for alleged gambling violations at local businesses after a search by authorities, including the GBI.

A suspect has been arrested for the fatal shooting at MARTA's Arts Center Station, involving multiple agencies in the investigation and arrest efforts.

The Atlanta Police Department launched its C.A.R.E. Unit to handle non-emergency incidents and free up officers for urgent situations. The first graduating class completed training and began service on July 11, 2024.

Councilman Grif Chalfant of Marietta received the Elected Official of the Year Award by Georgia's APWA for his extensive contributions to public works and infrastructure.

The National Weather Service predicts a sunny start to the week in Atlanta, with potential evening showers and thunderstorms later on, and highs near 90.

A man in Atlanta was hospitalized with a gunshot wound; suspect Kamari Tanelus was arrested at the scene. Charges are pending as the investigation continues.