A black bear sighting in Butts County, Georgia led to warnings for residents to take precautions like not leaving out food that could attract the bear. Local authorities are monitoring the situation.

Two men were arrested in Suwanee for burglary, possessing burglary tools, and unlawful surveillance after a traffic stop revealed stolen items and a hidden camera with footage of a local business owner's home.

Two individuals have been arrested for a May shooting in Northwest Atlanta, with the second suspect, Cartez Harvey, charged with murder and aggravated assault.

A man was shot in the arm in Atlanta and taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries; police are investigating and seeking suspect information.

Barrow County announces closures and service adjustments for Juneteenth, with essential services like public safety and emergency water staff remaining available.

A man was shot multiple times on Peachtree Road in Atlanta and is in stable condition. Authorities are investigating, with no suspect info available yet.

Flames engulfed the historic Gaines Hall at Morris Brown College in Atlanta, marking another setback for the oft-stricken building now owned by Clark Atlanta University. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

Kenneth Pertillo, Jr. received a life sentence for his role in an armed fentanyl trafficking operation in Georgia. He was convicted of drug trafficking and intent to distribute.

The Elleven45 Lounge in Buckhead faces legal issues and public scrutiny after a Mother's Day shooting that resulted in two deaths and multiple injuries. The club is sued for alleged insufficient security and is temporarily closed.

A former Georgia officer received a life sentence without parole for the murder of teenager Susana Morales, following a trial that heavily relied on evidence like the Life360 app for conviction.

Body camera footage of the 2022 police shooting of Nygil Cullins in Atlanta was released, capturing the incident where Cullins, who had mental health issues, was killed after an altercation with police. His family filed a wrongful death lawsuit.

The District 1 Summer Fest combined celebration with health outreach, featuring public health specialists like Tyler Sloan engaging with the community to promote wellness outside traditional settings.

The Mayor and Council of Snellville approved the city's FY25 budget of $16.4 million, with final decisions on the millage rate set for post-public discussions in July.