Athens-Clarke County announced a 3.75% stormwater utility fee increase effective July 1, 2025, with annual hikes planned until 2033 for sustainable infrastructure management.

Georgia's Agriculture Commissioner Tyler J Harper urges residents to protect pets and livestock from heat stress amid high temperatures, with resources available on the GDA website.

A 12-year-old boy, Preston Vail, was severely injured by a van while on his way to play basketball in Cobb County. Community members have since advocated for improved road safety.

A 19-year-old motorcyclist is critically injured after a crash on Gaydon Road in Powder Springs, GA. The accident occurred when the rider lost control on a curve.

Local authorities are investigating after suspected arson at two Marietta car dealerships where several vehicles were damaged by fires. No arrests have been made.

A fire at a Decatur townhome woke residents early Tuesday; all escaped without injury, but the building suffered significant damage. Firefighters contained the blaze, and the cause is under investigation.

Wellstar Health System proposes a $1 billion, 230-bed hospital in Acworth to address regional health care needs, promising over 1,500 jobs and alleviating strain on another local medical center.

Bob Cowell Jr. has been chosen as the finalist for Athens-Clarke County Unified Government Manager after a comprehensive nationwide search, set to start July 28.

A county service's internet outage linked to an AT&T issue caused significant disruptions before being restored, underlining the risk of reliance on a single provider.

Atlanta's Jackson Street Bridge is set for an upgrade to improve safety and accessibility, with features like an extended pedestrian area and bike connection. The groundbreaking ceremony is scheduled for July 9.

Atlanta City Council is voting on an ordinance to restrict vape shops from being within 1,000 feet of youth-centric locations, such as schools and daycare centers.

The Tucker City Council discussed plans for Northlake Mall's conversion into a mixed-use development, involving almost 500 residential units, with no formal application yet submitted.

Adriana Smith, brain-dead and kept on life support due to pregnancy, will have a public viewing and funeral after her story raised questions about Georgia's LIFE Act and medical care for pregnant patients.