Georgia implements an annual summer burn ban across 54 counties, including Milton, from May 1 to September 30 to reduce wildfire risks and protect air quality.

Athens-Clarke County invites public feedback on its housing and development strategy, as it allocates federal CDBG and HOME funds for 2024-2025. Public hearings and written comments are welcomed.

Governor Kemp of Georgia signs Senate Bill 464, providing funds for teachers to buy school supplies and implementing universal reading screeners in public schools.

Sen. Nabilah Islam Parkes of Georgia achieves her first legislative win with the signing of SB 144, a bill that streamlines state militia procedures by removing outdated requirements.

Norfolk Southern's Q1 earnings before a significant board vote showed a decline from last year's profits, amid debates over its executive leadership and business strategy, with investor group Ancora pushing for a leaner approach to operations.

The Atlanta Regional Commission received a $1.5 million federal grant for developing a climate-resilient infrastructure plan, addressing potential climate change impacts on the region's roads and bridges.

The Southwest Gwinnett Microtransit Pilot program in Georgia offers $3 rides within a local district, aiming to make transportation more affordable and accessible.

The DeKalb County DA's Office installs a pinwheel garden at the courthouse for Child Abuse Prevention, promoting resources on FindHelpGA.org with billboards and posters.

Following a verdict by a Catoosa County jury, Dillan Michael Tennant, 24, has been handed a 30-year prison sentence with no chance of parole for the first half. This comes after Tennant was found guilty of savagely beating his toddler son and daughter.

A woman was critically injured when her Mustang collided with a dump truck on I-285 and became wedged underneath. She was taken to Grady Hospital for treatment. The incident is under investigation.

Residents in Lawrenceville breathe a sigh of relief as local authorities announce that 63-year-old Larry Turner, who went missing from his family home, has been found safe. Turner, described as 5-feet-7-inches tall and weighing 130 pounds, prompted a community-wide search after disappearing from his residence on James Path Drive on April 23 around 5:28 p.m.

Union City Police seek help finding Kehinde Yusuf, missing since April 23, last seen at a MARTA bus stop. He has schizophrenia and was wearing a yellow jacket and gray jumpsuit.

Man arrested in Clayton County after a high-speed chase and crash involving a GMC Terrain. Alexander M. Dunn now faces 24 charges, including reckless driving and cruelty to children.