City Council will honor the CHS girls lacrosse team and discuss alcohol code changes at a meeting open to the public and streamed online. A consent agenda and public hearing are also scheduled.

Heather Dykes has been promoted to Deputy Warden of Administration at McRae Women’s Facility, overseeing essential operations, after a swift ascent in the Georgia Department of Corrections.

The Housing and Community Development Department in Athens, GA, is moving to the Costa Building on East Washington Street to improve community services.

MARTA Red and Gold Lines will bypass Garnett Station from September 13 to October 26, 2025, due to platform renovations. A bus shuttle will connect Garnett to Five Points Station.

Mayor Dickens of Atlanta expresses optimism as the MARTA Board hires advisors to overhaul the city's transit system, aiming for a more effective, expansive, and reliable network.

Tije Sorells was arrested for a fatal shooting in Atlanta and faces multiple charges including murder. The victim, an 18-year-old male, was found with a gunshot wound and pronounced dead at the scene.

The DeKalb County Board of Ethics canceled its public meeting for August 21, 2025, rescheduling for September 18. No detailed explanation was provided.

Milton Police Department secures its fourth CALEA accreditation, maintaining its high law enforcement standards.

A Georgia man, Tyreek Brown, was convicted of wire fraud in a pandemic relief scam, with possible 30-year imprisonment. Two relatives pled guilty to similar charges, awaiting sentencing.

A van fire at Atlanta International Airport disrupted South Terminal traffic but was extinguished with no injuries.

DeKalb County Police are investigating a fatal shooting in Stonecrest near Parc Lorraine. The victim, yet to be identified, died from injuries. Witnesses are urged to share information anonymously via Tip411.

Alton Oliver claimed self-defense in the killing of Deputy James Thomas Jr., citing repeated, unwanted sexual advances as the reason for shooting. Oliver alleges Thomas stalked and propositioned him.

A woman died after being attacked by dogs in Union City; the family seeks justice as the investigation continues and the community discusses public safety.