Georgia’s parole board is reviewing parole and a work‑release plan for an inmate tied to a 1981 Decatur attack that killed one woman. Victims’ families and advocates want answers.

Inalfa Roof Systems will cut 127 jobs across two Acworth plants, a reduction that Atlanta Business Chronicle says trims nearly half its Georgia workforce.

The Paulding County School Board voted May 19 to form a district police department for the 2026‑27 school year, shifting SROs from the sheriff’s office and promising one officer per campus.

A construction worker was killed during overnight work on GA‑400 in Sandy Springs. Police arrested a driver who faces homicide-by-vehicle, Move Over and speeding charges.

A search of a Lilburn home on Martin Nash Road turned up cocaine, meth, ecstasy, marijuana and seven guns; two people now face drug‑trafficking charges, police say.

Jerome Bettis, Brian Jordan and David Pollack unveiled an IFL expansion at Akins Ford Arena, targeting a spring 2027 debut and a season into July.

Scattered storms and heavy downpours are expected across Atlanta through Memorial Day. Plan for gusty winds, wet roads, and possible localized flooding.

Former state investigator Josh Waites says the AG’s office pushed a malicious prosecution that cost him jobs and reputation after his 2020 firing.

A shooting was reported Thursday afternoon near the Shell at 486 Ponce De Leon Ave NE across from Chick‑fil‑A; one person drove to the hospital and APD is investigating.

Atlanta police are searching for a person of interest after a deadly downtown shooting and urged witnesses to contact homicide detectives. Tips can be submitted anonymously.

WSB‑TV posted video showing a Metro Atlanta council debating whether to remove its police chief, underscoring tensions over leadership, oversight and staffing. Here’s what to know and what to watch next.

Portman Hospitality Fund I has bought the Westin Peachtree Plaza and says it will renovate the 73‑story landmark ahead of Atlanta’s Super Bowl in early 2028.

Adam Wexler, founder of PrizePicks, gave $10 million to UGA men’s basketball — the university calls it the largest single gift for the program.