Dr. Kathryn Haynes Owen becomes the new Mental Health Director for the Georgia Department of Corrections, promising to enhance inmate mental health services.

The Marietta City Council announced meetings including a work session on June 9 and a review session, followed by a regular meeting on June 11, with both in-person and virtual attendance options.

The city of College Park upholds a June 1st eviction deadline for Chelsea Gardens Apartments tenants due to health and safety neglect by the management, leaving many residents facing difficult relocations.

Cobb County Board of Commissioners to discuss Service Delivery Strategy at a special meeting on June 2, at 2:30 p.m., in Marietta, GA. Public attendance is encouraged.

Brookhaven police responded to a collision on Peachtree Road where a pedestrian was seriously injured after being struck by one of the vehicles involved in the crash.

Gwinnett County celebrates the installation of two sculptures at Bicentennial Plaza on June 2, 2025, featuring community leaders' speeches and aiming to enhance local cultural experiences.

The new playground at Flat Shoals Park in Riverdale will open on June 7, 2025, with a ribbon-cutting by Commissioner Gail Hambrick, followed by a "Movie Under the Stars" event featuring "Sonic The Hedgehog 3."

A photo of Mykale Baker working at Burger King in his graduation attire went viral, leading to a GoFundMe raising over $35,000 for his college tuition.

An 11-year-old from Dunwoody, Sarv Dharavane, placed third in the Scripps National Spelling Bee, marking a significant achievement as the first Georgian finalist in over two decades.

A dog alerted a sleeping family to a late-night fire at their Atlanta home on Oak Drive, enabling them to escape unharmed. Firefighters are investigating an electrical fault in the laundry room as the possible cause.

Clayton County offers an "Introduction to A.I. and ChatGPT Training" course on June 10, 2025, aiming to educate residents on AI and ChatGPT, including practical training and strategies.

Coweta County begins the construction of a new, advanced Fire Station 10 to meet the demands of its growing population, enhancing emergency response times and safety.

The Marietta City Council will hold a Special Called Meeting on May 30th at 2 PM, which will be open for public attendance and streamed live online. An informal discussion will follow the meeting.