Clayton County announces its free "July Is… Wet & Wild" event with water games, DJs, vendors, and food trucks for family-friendly summer fun. Details are available on their website or through contact McLester.

Residents celebrated the Fourth of July in Milton with a "Walking Parade," led by the police chief and mayor, followed by family-friendly activities, food trucks, and competitions for best patriotic attire.

A Fourth of July parade accident in Dunwoody, GA, resulted in a pedestrian being hit and others injured when an F150 Lightning towing a trailer surged forward during a driver change.

Milton intersection at Cox, Etris, and Ebenezer Roads to become an all-way stop for safety amid accidents; change by July 14, interim before roundabout build.

Jianni Jones, a 3-year-old, died in an accidental shooting in East Point. His family is fundraising for funeral expenses as the community discusses firearm safety.

Thomas G. Sampson Sr., co-founder of Georgia's oldest Black-owned law firm, has died. His legacy as a legal pioneer and civic leader is honored by Atlanta's community and officials.

Three fans were injured at Senoia Raceway; two were hospitalized and released, one treated on-site. Details of injuries are undisclosed. A video of the crash is circulating on social media.

Rep. Buddy Carter's granddaughters survived flooding at Texas Camp Mystic, but their cousin perished. The camp saw heavy casualties after a rapid deluge. Carter praised first responders and mentioned trauma counseling for his granddaughters.

A boat explosion on Lake Nottely injured seven after refueling, with the boat catching fire and sinking. Georgia authorities are investigating the incident.

During July 4th events, a boat exploded on Lake Lanier, injuring seven, with further boating accidents in Georgia reported. Causes are under investigation.

The Tellus Science Museum in Georgia is displaying a meteorite that recently lit up the skies and was caught on camera, exciting both locals and scientists.

A Confederacy group sues Stone Mountain Park over proposed exhibits on slavery, segregation, and white supremacy, claiming a breach of state laws and heritage encroachment.

The Peachtree Road Race, a July 4th event in Atlanta, had over 52,000 participants, including elite winners Hellen Obiri and Patrick Kiprop, and wheelchair victors Daniel Romanchuk and Susannah Scaroni.