Georgia's Clayton County Behavioral Health Accountability Court marked its fifth year as the CACJ celebrated its 10th Annual Training Conference, focusing on supporting those with mental health or substance issues in the justice system.

Two men in Augusta, Georgia, received 10-year prison sentences for mail theft and bank fraud involving stolen checks and a USPS key. They attempted to steal over $550,000.

Atlanta is preparing for the ELEVATE 2025 festival, focusing on community well-being through art. The event celebrates the city's cultural history and impact on societal health.

Atlanta's weather is sunny with highs near 90°F. Rain and thunderstorms are expected later in the week, with an 80% chance on Thursday decreasing to 40-30% by Friday. The weekend should be mostly sunny with slight chances of rain.

Clayton County announces a Goodr Pop-Up Grocery Store event for Sept. 23, 2025, providing free food to registered participants at the Sonna Singleton Gregory Senior Center.

Jeffrey Briney was convicted of 1986 rape and kidnapping charges in Atlanta; key DNA evidence processed years later led to his conviction. Brother David Briney also faces trial related to the cases.

A 59-year-old man in Buford, GA, was arrested by GBI for drug trafficking and firearm possession. The operation revealed cocaine and a gun. Public tips are encouraged.

Zaffer Sange has been appointed as Atlanta's new Chief Strategy Officer, succeeding Peter Aman, and brings with him over 25 years of business experience to aid the city's growth.

A Marietta SWAT team arrested Jevelious Bryant after he allegedly assaulted a taxi driver, leading to a standoff. The driver was unharmed, and Bryant faces multiple charges.

A fire in a Lawrenceville home led to three hospitalizations and a rescue. Firefighters saved an individual, while another jumped to escape. Five people lost their home.

A man was shot and killed in a DeKalb County parking lot after an assailant exited a vehicle and fired, with police seeking information on the incident.

Dante Lamar Daugherty pleaded guilty to second-degree murder and child cruelty after his son died from an accidental gunshot from a handgun left in an SUV.

Five people were injured in a fire at the Retreat at Greenbriar Apartments in Atlanta; one was hospitalized, and residents helped alert others to escape.