Newton County has imposed a temporary freeze on new rezoning applications, preliminary plats, and temporary building permits for two years to revamp its zoning laws, including public input.

Sandy Springs is expanding its Veterans Park, offering residents a chance to honor service members by purchasing personalized pavers and contributing to sculptures.

Dragon Con, occurring in Atlanta from August 29 to September 2, will feature stars like John Cleese and host events like a parade and game sessions, while also supporting charity.

Residents attended the Deerfield Implementation Plan event in Milton to discuss the area's future. The city emphasizes community input in shaping the vision, involving guidelines on architecture and landscaping for a cohesive aesthetic.

A 19-year-old was saved by Tybee Island Ocean Rescue after being swept 300 yards out to sea by a rip current. He was hospitalized post-rescue, which happened under red flag warnings.

A student from Wesley International Academy was hit by a vehicle and is now stable after an accident outside the school on Memorial Drive SE in Atlanta.

A second fox with rabies was found in Griffin, Georgia, prompting health alerts and pet vaccination reminders.

Metro Atlanta drivers see a drop in gas prices ahead of Labor Day, with an 8.2 cent decrease per gallon over the past week, averaging $3.13. National trends similarly show falling prices.

Marietta's administrative offices will be closed on Labor Day and sanitation services will be rescheduled. Residents are advised to check the Marietta Trash Talk app or website for new pickup times. Emergency services remain available.

DeKalb County invites the public to observe voting machine logic and accuracy testing on September 16 to ensure the integrity of the election process.

Gwinnett County police rescued a 77-year-old man from a creek, after he was reported missing and his voice was heard by officers during a search operation.

DeKalb County adjusts its sanitation schedule due to Labor Day, with all collections delayed by one day for the week and the North Transfer Station open during holiday hours.

Mayor Michael Caldwell announced an upgrade to Woodstock's trail system with a new 1.5-mile extension to the Noonday Creek Trail, aiming to connect to the Silver Comet Trail.