Georgia officials announced plans for a new forensic mental health hospital to alleviate jail overcrowding and improve mental health care for inmates.

Milton city officials invite the public to discuss zoning laws on February 25, focusing on development standards and rural preservation, with no immediate decisions to be made.

Park Pride is putting $3.5M into 19 park projects across Atlanta and DeKalb, with roughly $2.5M targeted to historically disinvested neighborhoods. Improvements range from playgrounds to entrances and gathering spaces.

David Mays, a retired dentist, is under investigation for the murder of Monterio Spurling outside his former Atlanta dental office after responding to a security alert. Spurling was unarmed and showed no aggression when shot by Mays.

A child was fatally shot in Sandy Springs, with the father facing murder and cruelty charges. The community is in shock over the incident involving an unsecured firearm.

Jan Jones announced she will step down at the end of her term in January 2027, ending a long run as Georgia’s speaker pro tempore and opening a north Fulton seat.

Marietta invites residents to shape the 2028 SPLOST project list through public meetings and online feedback. The tax is expected to generate $78.2 million.

Macon check-cashing manager James Kevin Meyers pleaded guilty to bank fraud for falsifying currency transaction reports as part of a scheme involving Morris Bank, potentially facing 10 years in prison and a $500,000 fine.

Commissioner Alaina Reaves hosts a "Knit & Chat" event in Clayton County for community engagement through crafting and conversation at the Northwest Branch Library.

Cardinal Infrastructure bought Sugar Hill’s A.L. Grading Contractors for $245.5M and amended its term loan to $200M as it expands into the Atlanta market.

GBI arrests Lee County teacher Danielle Weaver for child molestation and improper sexual contact with a student.

Marietta's Citizens' Government Academy invites locals to a free seven-week course on city governance starting March 18, 2026. Registration is limited to 25 and closes on March 2, 2026.

A Marietta man was sentenced to 25 years after a romance scam reportedly bilked dozens of mostly older Louisiana widows out of millions.