Elizabeth Scott has been appointed as the new superintendent at Treutlen Probation Detention Center, announced by the Georgia Department of Corrections.

Vashti Brown is appointed Regional Operations Coordinator at Wheeler Correctional Facility, overseeing standards of sanitation, safety, and security, starting June 1, 2025.

DeKalb County offers early voting for the Georgia Public Service Commission special election from May 27 to June 13, including weekends, at ten locations with extended hours and absentee ballot drop boxes.

Jennifer Clark is appointed as the new warden at Long Unit, effective June 1, 2025, with a diverse background in corrections and educational qualifications in business and criminal justice.

The boil water advisory in Buckhead has been lifted following a water outage caused by a main break and a closed valve that impacted residents and businesses. Water sampling confirmed no contamination, allowing normal use to resume.

Newnan's Lynch Park will have expanded parking facilities, an effort to accommodate increased usage, with funding from the SPLOST and contributions by local firms. Officials broke ground on the project with no timeline yet released.

Chuck Martin & The Line-Up will headline Marietta's Fourth in the Park Celebration with a concert before the fireworks. Events include a parade, arts, and other performances.

Kroger drivers at a Georgia fulfillment center, represented by Teamsters Local 528, have authorized a strike amid stalled contract negotiations, demanding better pay, benefits, and protections.

The Northeast Georgia Animal Shelter in Lavonia is urgently seeking immediate dog adoptions to avoid euthanasia and has lowered its fees to encourage the community to adopt.

DeKalb County begins a major water main replacement on College Avenue, with construction expected from June 9 through December 2025, primarily at night.

Victoria Harris, a pregnant woman with schizoaffective disorder, was found safe in Atlanta after disappearing for 10 days. She was last seen leaving Piedmont Hospital on May 16.

Gwinnett County is handling claims of financial impropriety by a former employee, stressing transparency and investigative integrity, while limiting public comment.

Lawrenceville's City Hall introduced a walk-up payment window for utility bills, offering residents a quick and convenient payment method without needing to enter the building.