Metro Atlanta students return to school with enhanced security, including high-tech weapons detection and Vapor Wake K-9s, camera-equipped buses, and a focus on distraction-free learning with cell phone restrictions.

Dunwoody has implemented CentralSquare as its new software for permitting, licensing, and code enforcement, transitioning from iWorQ, with the aim of improving service and accessibility.

Atlanta religious leaders seek action after a mass shooting in Sweet Auburn leaves one dead and injures ten, advocating for a police precinct and nonviolence initiatives.

A 14-year-old boy was shot in his arm near a southwest Atlanta restaurant and is recovering in Grady Memorial Hospital. Police are investigating the incident, with no suspects identified yet.

The Dunwoody community prepares for Detective Jordan Laverty's funeral and supports his family through a GoFundMe page established by the Dunwoody Police Foundation.

A 14-year-old boy was shot on Peters Street SW in Atlanta and treated at Grady Hospital; police are investigating the incident with no suspects identified yet.

An investigation is underway by the GBI after a shooting involving an officer in Warner Robins, GA, during a domestic violence call. The suspect, Jesus Chavez-Ledesma, was injured but is stable.

Atlanta is expected to experience several days of rain and thunderstorms, with high chances of precipitation through the weekend, according to the National Weather Service.

Malik Javier McKenzie of Savannah was sentenced to 595 months for drug trafficking, firearms offenses, and jury tampering after attempting to bribe a juror.

Speed cameras near Lawrenceville schools will issue citations for drivers exceeding the speed limit by 11 mph from August 4th to enhance student safety for the 2025-2026 school year.

Quavo's Rocket Foundation set up a trauma therapy fund to aid victims of a violent weekend in Atlanta, focusing on mental health support for those affected by the shootings.

Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler J. Harper has initiated free subscriptions to the Georgia Farmer's & Consumer's Market Bulletin for ag educators with over five students, in support of the state's leading industry.

A man was critically injured in a shooting on Bolton Rd in Atlanta after a verbal altercation with acquaintances. No arrests have been made as police investigate.