DeKalb County Schools joined a federal MDL alleging social platforms’ "addictive" designs harmed students and strained counselors, lockers and classroom time. The district seeks both past costs and long‑term funding.

Fulton County is upgrading Brown Field with runway, fire and a U.S. Customs building to handle more international business jets ahead of the 2026 World Cup. The work is funded with federal, state and local dollars.

The USDA will scatter edible rabies‑vaccine baits across East Tennessee and nearby states in mid‑April; residents may see low‑flying aircraft and matchbox‑sized packets on the ground.

A maintenance worker was killed on Ridgewood Street after an argument over a work light. A suspect has been arrested and faces a murder charge.

Marist guard Kate Harpring was named AJC player of the year after a record-breaking senior season that included a state title and the Naismith national award.

A fleeing driver crashed into Tennille Baptist Church after a Washington County chase, leaving major structural damage but no reported injuries. Authorities have arrested the driver and troopers will investigate.

Police swarmed Atlanta’s Oakland City neighborhood Sunday night after reports of shots fired near the Oakland City MARTA stop; investigators were on scene into the night.

A Cherokee County jury convicted Candice McClure; a judge gave a 40-year sentence after evidence that abuse stretched back years. The case began with a teacher’s report.

A 45-seat Japanese supper club from Mujo’s chef J. Trent Harris opens at 99 West Paces in Buckhead, serving yoshoku-inspired plates, robatayaki and a deep sake program.

Georgia agreed to pay $4 million to settle a federal lawsuit after David Henegar was beaten to death at Johnson State Prison in October 2021, attorneys say.

A 15-year-old boy was shot Sunday in Virginia-Highland; police say the incident may have grown out of a domestic dispute. Detectives are investigating.

Cool, blustery Monday with highs near 69°F. Dry, warmer week ahead with low humidity and a brief fire‑weather caution.

An 18-year-old man was shot late Saturday on Magnolia Street NW and taken to the hospital. Investigators are processing the scene and asking witnesses to come forward.