High school quarterback Carson Kimball suffered a severe spinal cord injury during a game and underwent surgery; he's showing gradual improvement and the community is rallying with support and fundraising efforts.

A firefighter was injured during a response to fires caused by fallen power lines in East Point, igniting brush and a structure fire. Fires were contained but one blaze was fueled by a gas line.

The Atlanta Professional Firefighters Union accused the Atlanta City Council of manipulating pay study data, resulting in lower raises for firefighters.

Fulton County launched the Senior Medicare Wellness program at the Bowden Center, focusing on easy access to annual wellness checks for seniors in a comfortable environment.

The Gwinnett County Police Foundation is hosting the first Peach State Motorcycle Rodeo, a skill-based event for officers, part of a public safety festival.

Gwinnett County is launching the Norcross Microtransit Pilot Program, offering on-demand shared rides to modernize and improve local transportation. A ribbon-cutting event with officials is scheduled for September 6.

Fulton County's Commissioner Bridget Thorne has been appointed to NACo's International Economic Development Task Force and Large Urban County Caucus to help shape national policy.

Newnan's annual Christmas Parade themed "Christmas Classics" will occur downtown on December 14 at 6 p.m., featuring community participation and awards. Applications are due by December 2.

Suwanee and Sugar Hill are preparing for their annual Food Fight to support the North Gwinnett Cooperative. This friendly competition collects food donations to aid local families in need.

The Jimmy Carter National Historical Park is holding a postcard contest for children to honor former President Jimmy Carter's 100th birthday, with submissions due by September 11th.

Cobb County Superior Court's judicial emergency is extended due to a software transition causing backlogs and unprocessed documents since November 2023.

Pike County High School mourns the loss of student Peyton Rivera after a fatal car crash on Highway 109. Community and family remember him as a beloved athlete with a bright smile and big heart.

Cobb County's 2024 Kids Expo aims to educate children on emergency services with interactive games and demonstrations at 140 N. Marietta Parkway, Marietta.