The Fulton County Board of Commissioners voted to renovate the county jail instead of building a new one, with conflicting views on the decision's adequacy.

Christopher Ford pleaded guilty to illegal firearm possession after a stand-off with Georgia police in December 2022. He faces up to 15 years in prison.

The article informs about a heatwave in Atlanta with temperatures nearing the high 90s, and a forecast of continued heat, slight winds, and an increasing chance of showers and thunderstorms as the week progresses.

The U.S. is developing its EV battery-recycling industry, focusing on domestic processing and sustainable methods to decrease reliance on the Asian market and create a local supply chain.

Runway 9-27 at Athens-Clarke County airport is closed from July 15-18, 2024, for paving work. Operations will continue on Runway 2-20. Officials advise checking NOTAMS for updates.

Atlanta resident Sincere Rush has been sentenced to life plus five years for the murder of Marcus Bradford in 2022 after an argument outside a rooming house.

An 18-year-old man was arrested in Gainesville for stealing a car with an 8-year-old child inside from a CVS. The child was found unharmed. The man faces charges including kidnapping and motor vehicle theft.

Clayton County invites residents to a public hearing on July 16 to discuss the Future Focus Comprehensive Plan, offering a chance to influence local planning. The draft is available online for prior review.

A teenage boy was shot before 2 a.m. in LaGrange and was hospitalized. Police seek witnesses to find the shooter, offering anonymity and a reward for tips.

A housing subsidy program in Atlanta helps first responders like paramedics afford city living by providing up to $850 a month, with 50 people benefiting so far.

Jill Biden dismissed calls for her husband to leave his presidential campaign, emphasizing their commitment while focusing on military family support post-debate.

A team at Georgia Tech and Children's Healthcare of Atlanta has developed a 3D-printed tracheal splint that helps infants with severe respiratory conditions breathe easier.

The N.H. Scott Recreation Center in Decatur will host a Community Family Health Fitness Expo on July 20, offering free fitness demos, nutritional workshops, and vendor exhibits.