Douglas County is hosting a BIG Junk Dump event for residents to dispose of household items responsibly on October 18, with educational opportunities on waste management.

Senator-Elect Jason T. Dickerson is to be sworn in at Cherokee County Courthouse, marking a new era for Georgia’s Senate District 21. The public ceremony invites media and residents to witness his commitment to the state.

Georgia law enforcement concluded "Operation H.O.O.K," arresting 11 for charges like human trafficking, based on interactions with undercover agents posing as minors.

The Trump Administration's proposed H-2A visa program changes aim to reduce labor costs for Georgia farmers. Commissioner Tyler J Harper praised the potential savings for the state's agriculture sector.

Georgia's net tax collections for September increased by 1.9% to $3.27 billion, with rises in Individual and Corporate Income Tax revenue, despite a Sales Tax decrease.

The Atlanta weather forecast predicts a mild chance of showers with highs near 84 today, calmer and cooler temperatures throughout the week, and sunny days with clear nights leading up to a high near 80 on Tuesday.

Delta flights from Atlanta on consecutive days had to return due to mechanical issues; one had a possible nose landing gear problem, the other an engine issue. Both landed safely with no injuries. The FAA is investigating the engine issue.

Atlanta's Anti-Displacement Tax Relief Fund has helped long-term residents stay in their homes amidst rising property taxes due to gentrification, according to Mayor Dickens and Invest Atlanta.

Courtney English is confirmed as Atlanta’s permanent Chief of Staff, with a focus on strategic goals and operations, and two Deputy Chiefs, Greg Clay and Gabrielle Slade, are appointed.

Suspects stole an ATM from 375 Ralph McGill Blvd, Atlanta, dropping it off a balcony and fleeing eastward. The Atlanta Police Department is investigating.

A man was shot after a verbal dispute in Atlanta, with police investigating and no arrests made yet. The victim is stable; community leaders are concerned about violence.

Construction begins on the Neese Road Northern Segment in Woodstock, expected to complete by Spring 2027, including a new roundabout and pedestrian pathways.

A Lithonia woman, Crystal Nasir, was convicted for abusing disabled adults in an unlicensed care home, providing them squalid living conditions. She received a 15-year sentence.