The GBI arrested Paul Jason York for forgery and identity fraud, involving fabricated court documents and illegal practice of law. He faces multiple charges and is currently in custody.

Georgia Corrections Dept. will host a Family Day on Sept 5, 2025, for registered families of inmates, providing interaction with officials and parole information. Registration is closed, reaching 500-person limit.

The GBI is investigating the death of inmate Brian William Whitney in the Towns County Jail, with no initial signs of foul play. An autopsy is pending.

An officer-involved shooting in St. Marys, Georgia, led to the death of Gregory Paige after an altercation during an arrest attempt. The GBI is investigating the incident.

Snellville is set to vote on keeping its property tax rate at 4 mills, potentially raising taxes due to property revaluations. Three public hearings are planned before the August 11 vote.

Atlanta's forecast includes a week of showers and thunderstorms with varying probabilities each day, and a range of temperatures signaling the seasonal transition.

Fayetteville establishes a new Communications Department for better community engagement and transparency, led by seasoned professional GlenNeta Griffin.

Cobb County releases its 2025 Activity Guide, detailing seasonal events including the International Festival, Harvest Fest, and Fall Festival of Fun, with diverse activities aimed at community engagement.

A missing Georgia infant, Montez Harris, was found safe after an Amber Alert was issued for his abduction in Macon. Suspect Maurtez Edwards was apprehended in Florida.

Georgia has passed House Bill 268, which requires mobile panic alert systems in public schools, provides law enforcement with digital floor plans, enhances mental health services, and sets stricter juvenile penalties for weapons on school grounds.

Athens police warn residents against tossing batteries in trash/recycling due to fire risks, after several fire incidents. Designated drop-off locations are available for safe disposal.

Derek Dooley, a former football coach, is running for the U.S. Senate in Georgia in 2026 as a Republican, challenging incumbent Democrat Jon Ossoff. He's endorsed by Governor Brian Kemp and emphasizes conservative issues in his campaign.

Heavy rain caused a retention pond to flood a Covington apartment complex, prompting evacuations and emergency responses, with residents experiencing property damage.