Senator Jason Anavitarte initiated National Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations, highlighting the contribution of Hispanic Americans to Georgia's culture and economy.

Two suspects were arrested by Atlanta Police with FBI assistance for a fatal shooting that happened nearly a year ago; they face multiple charges including Murder.

APD responded to a false alarm on a suspicious package in Atlanta, ensuring public safety with no real threat found.

Milton City Council approved an MOU with GDOT for the Highway 9 project, covering financial commitments and plans for road expansion. They also unanimously passed various service agreements and set the Fiscal Year 2026 budget projections.

Atlanta police investigate a shooting following a verbal altercation, leaving a woman shot in the face and a man injured in the arm. Both are conscious; motives are unclear.

An armored car guard was shot during an attempted robbery in Atlanta; the suspect was later arrested following a traffic accident. The FBI is now leading the investigation.

Butts County Tax Commissioner's Office is hiring a Tag-Tax Clerk focused on customer service, issuing tags and titles, and processing tax payments with a need for accuracy and autonomy.

Butts County is seeking bids for tree management services on County right-of-ways and may include emergency services. Proposals are due by October 23, 2025, and must follow specific submission guidelines.

Katherine Wells was appointed as the Superintendent of Emanuel Probation Detention Center, effective September 16, 2025, as announced by GDC Commissioner Tyrone Oliver.

Atlanta's weather this week includes mostly sunny days, with highs in the mid-80s to upper 80s and slight rain chances.

Clayton County is hosting a bi-weekly Farmer's Market at Carl Rhodenizer Recreation Center for fresh local produce, accepting various payment methods.

Senate Committee on Urban Affairs, chaired by Sen. James, to review bills on rent control and HOA regulations in Georgia, with a public meeting scheduled for September 18th, ensuring transparency with live streaming for wider access.

Georgia Governor Brian P. Kemp announces record investments and job creation through the GDEcD's support of facility expansions and new locations, with significant growth occurring outside Metro Atlanta and a strong draw for global companies.