A 120-room Hilton Tapestry boutique hotel and two on-site restaurants are poised to open on Lawrenceville’s downtown square this summer amid the nearly finished SouthLawn development.

Arthur Lee Cofield Jr., accused of an $11 million prison heist, was reported missing from the Jesup federal camp and is the focus of a federal manhunt. Authorities say he walked away from the minimum‑security satellite camp.

A state inspection found Clayton County often used intracardiac euthanasia and a violation entered on March 11, 2026 was removed the same day, prompting protests and a records fight.

Neighbors clash over Wingate's plan to redevelop Trestletree Village beside the BeltLine, sparking fights over trees, parking and displacement.

An officer-involved shooting near Town Center at Cobb prompted a large law-enforcement response in Kennesaw and shuttered roads while investigators worked. Authorities say the GBI has been asked to investigate.

Crews are racing to finish parks, sidewalks and restaurants in South Downtown as Atlanta prepares to host eight World Cup matches at Mercedes‑Benz Stadium.

Human remains were found Wednesday on Treat Mountain Road in Haralson County. State and local investigators, including the GBI, are assisting as officials work to identify the man.

Peachtree Corners approved moving ahead to buy the shuttered Cin9Bistro at Town Center for about $3.25 million. The city will run a feasibility study and solicit public feedback before deciding the site's future.

Federal prosecutors say a Valdosta inmate directed a multi‑county fentanyl and meth pipeline that reached Atlanta suburbs.

Atlanta police released surveillance images after a woman allegedly left a Wells Fargo with more than $4,000; Crime Stoppers may offer up to $5,000 for tips.

Gov. Kemp named Jillian Gibson acting district attorney of the Ogeechee Judicial Circuit after DA Robert Busbee died suddenly; Gibson will lead the office while a permanent replacement is chosen.

Atlanta police responded to a shooting at a BP on Lee Street SW Wednesday; the victim was reported alert and breathing as detectives processed the scene. Investigators are asking witnesses to come forward.

Patchy morning fog may slow commutes. Scattered storms are possible today; heavier downpours likely Friday–Saturday.