Valentina Forero Álvarez pleaded guilty to leading a money laundering operation that moved $31 million from drug trafficking through U.S. banks, with sentencing pending.

Mario Merriweather received an 11-year sentence for an armed robbery at a Fort Oglethorpe fast-food restaurant, where he corralled employees into a freezer.

Atlanta's Mayor announced the acquisition of 50 acres for the Tatum Lakes Nature Preserve, offering green space and promoting equity and sustainability.

A plane with engine trouble landed on a road in Gainesville, hitting vehicles and causing minor injuries. The pilot relayed a mayday call before landing. Remarkably, there was no explosion and the FAA and NTSB are investigating the incident.

Authorities arrested two suspects in a deadly fentanyl overdose case in Peachtree City. Police say the investigation began after an overdose death in November 2025 and led to multiple felony charges.

Clayton County holds a "Meet the Messengers" event for seniors to learn about local government communication strategies on February 19, at the Griswell Senior Center.

Mixed weather is expected in Atlanta, with varying chances of rain and winds from today through Washington's Birthday, when sunny skies are predicted.

Cobb County invites public feedback on its federal grant use for community development, affordable housing, and homeless support, with a meeting on 02/25/26 and comment period from 02/24/26 to 03/12/26.

Acworth City Council has recognized Georgia's 293rd birthday, marking February 12 as Georgia Day, celebrating the state's history, culture, and community.

A 19-year-old UWG student, Lyric Farley, was killed in a shooting incident. A suspect has been arrested; the community mourns as the investigation continues.

A 19-year-old woman was shot and killed in Douglasville; a suspect has been arrested, with more details pending. Witnesses heard shots, and an SUV fled the scene; authorities have obtained relevant surveillance footage.

Cobb County Superior Court hosted a mock trial for 5th graders from Timber Ridge Elementary, teaching them about judicial proceedings through active participation.

DeKalb County police are investigating two separate overnight shootings, one that left a teenager dead, and another person injured at different locations.