Atlanta ranks fifth in the U.S. for new apartment construction, adding over 17,500 units, influenced by projects like the BeltLine and Midtown's evolution, attracting young renters.

Tucker residents meet to discuss a new police department due to slow 911 response times; a feasibility study suggests 53 officers are needed for improvement.

DeKalb County offers a tree removal program for seniors with an application deadline on September 12. Eligibility depends on age, primary residence, and income limits.

A 9-year-old Bartow County student, Kevin Trujillo Blas, died after a medical emergency last month, leaving a significant impact on his school community.

DeKalb County firefighter dies after 21 years of service, succumbing to injuries from a Lithonia warehouse fire.

A child was airlifted to a hospital after being injured at a football practice in South Fulton, with few details released and an ongoing investigation.

The annual Touch-a-Truck event in Milton offered children interactive experiences with various vehicles, alongside entertainment like face painting and food trucks, with a successful turnout despite weather concerns.

The City of Fayetteville nears 20,000 followers on Facebook, celebrating the milestone and encouraging further engagement across various social media platforms.

Truck-A-Palooza 2025, a family event with a range of vehicles, is set for October 4 in Kennesaw, GA, offering fun and educational experiences for $5 per person or $20 per family.

Georgia designated September 2025 as "Georgia Grown Apple Month" and released an Official 2025 Apple Orchards Map to promote its apple industry and agritourism.

After a tree fell on her during a storm at a festival, 12-year-old Claudia battles critical injuries, but shows promising signs of recovery. Community support grows as she slowly improves.

Devise Blount, aged 35, drowned at Hard Labor Creek State Park while racing to a buoy. Witnesses and rescuers were unable to save him; his body was later recovered from 15 feet of water.

Athens is considering renaming a downtown park to honor Alf Richardson and Madison Davis, its first Black legislators, as initiated by Historic Athens with a signature drive seeking 1,000 endorsements.