A California man received a life sentence for the 2018 murder of a man outside a Georgia hair salon after pleading guilty to multiple charges including Malice Murder.

Three Atlanta police officers were shot and injured during a confrontation that resulted in a suspect's death, with two officers needing surgery; the GBI is investigating.

Commissioner Gail Hambrick offers $1,000 scholarships to seniors at three Clayton County high schools, aiming to support higher education and alleviate tuition costs. Details and application are available online.

The Fleurs de Villes ARTISTE flower show will make its Atlanta debut at Phipps Plaza, featuring floral mannequins and demonstrations, with various luxury retailers participating.

The City of Milton announces sponsorship opportunities for its Independence Day Walking Parade and Touch-a-Truck events, inviting local businesses to participate and enhance brand visibility.

The Board of Regents has approved a new Georgia State University baseball stadium in downtown Atlanta on the former Atlanta-Fulton County Stadium site, with plans for a February 2026 opening.

Sen. Larry Walker III appointed to a Blue-Ribbon Committee in Georgia to address professional licensing issues impacting small businesses. He is committed to reducing bureaucratic inefficiency and streamlining the licensing process.

Cornelius Leonard, a Georgia drug kingpin, was sentenced to 40 years in prison for distributing meth and witness tampering, following a federal crackdown on his operation.

Five men in Georgia received federal prison sentences for dog fighting connected to a broader drug trafficking operation, with sentences ranging from 20 to 30 months.

Snellville Police are investigating multiple sexual assaults at a Target store, including one physical assault by Devon Thomas and two instances of illicit filming.

K-9 Jekel of the Gwinnett County Police Department is retiring due to a leg medical issue after a career with 51 arrests and 36 narcotics discoveries.

A carjacking suspect was arrested after returning to the crime scene in an Uber in Gwinnett County, where he had earlier stolen a vehicle at gunpoint.

A 19-year-old turned himself in after being accused of fatally shooting an 18-year-old at a Lawrenceville apartment complex. The victim, an aspiring chef, was to start culinary school in July. The suspect faces murder and assault charges.