Milton, GA has reduced speed limits on Batesville, Hamby, and Hickory Flat roads to 40 mph for safety and installed new signage, with police ready to enforce the changes.

A motorcyclist died in Athens-Clarke County after a police chase. The Georgia State Patrol is investigating the crash, which was not involving local police.

The last Free Fridge in Atlanta, located in Medlock Park, is closing due to challenges, despite efforts to provide aid and combat food insecurity since 2020.

The City of South Fulton Council approved the formation of a citizen panel to review police use of force incidents, aiming to bolster community trust in law enforcement.

Woodstock's Mayor announced the near completion of a new downtown parking deck, set to alleviate parking issues with 633 free spaces and expected to open in early next year.

A former nurse and detention officer sergeant were arrested in a Fulton County jail contraband probe, charged with conspiracy and possession of prohibited items.

A man was shot near Spelman College and hospitalized; the incident occurred on McDaniel Street SW, not directly on campus. The victim was conscious when found; no suspect description or arrests have been reported.

Atlanta-area dentist Paul Kim pleads guilty to child porn charges, with over 1,900 images and 798 videos found.

Wolford Hunter Kilgore of Kennesaw, GA, pleaded guilty to child molestation charges and received a 40-year sentence, with 15 years in prison and 25 on probation.

A Canton man was convicted of molesting an 8-year-old; he faces severe penalties including a potential life sentence or a minimum of 25 years followed by probation.

Storm in Cartersville caused power outages affecting 2,300 customers, structure fires including a worship center, and strewn debris; city departments actively restoring services.

Lawrenceville considers changing its business occupation tax from a flat rate to a method based on gross receipts and profitability, inviting public input at a hearing.

Douglas County Commissioners have reduced the millage rate by .025 mills, offering taxpayers a slight savings on property taxes, emphasizing fiscal responsibility and taxpayer relief in their decision.