Nicholas Brown is promoted to Deputy Warden of Security at Georgia Diagnostic and Classification Prison, with a history of rising through the GDC ranks since 2008.

Sonja Brown is appointed as the new Regional Operations Coordinator at Riverbend Correctional Facility, with a background including Deputy Warden at McRae Women's Facility.

A man was arrested for breaching security at Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson Airport, cutting through the fence. He was found carrying tools and had prior charges, leading to mental health evaluations and further legal processing.

Atlanta Police are investigating a shooting on Foundry St. where a woman was injured and self-transported to the hospital; no suspects have been disclosed yet.

Lonnie Pritchett named Regional Operations Coordinator at Coffee Correctional Facility by Georgia Department of Corrections.

Clayton County Police Department, along with the District Attorney's Office, will give away free gun lockboxes to locals on August 9, 2025, to promote firearm safety.

Eric Cox, previously Deputy Warden of Security at Ware State Prison, is named the new Warden at Dodge State Prison by Georgia's Department of Corrections.

Micheal Thomas is appointed as the new warden of Wilcox State Prison, succeeding in his role from July 16, with past experience and various relevant training.

A series of burglaries in Tucker has hit multiple businesses, causing frustration and financial strain among local proprietors. Police are investigating and reviewing surveillance footage.

Atlanta gears up for Beyoncé's "Cowboy Carter" tour with themed events including pop-up bars, line-dancing socials, dance parties, drag brunches, and more Beyoncé-inspired activities.

Michael Graham has been appointed as the new Warden of Autry State Prison, bringing his extensive experience in corrections to the role starting July 16.

Atlanta's Kroger drivers, represented by Teamsters Local 528, held a practice picket signalling potential strike action over contract disputes, while Kroger insists store operations won't be impacted.

Dedrick Anthony is appointed Superintendent of Appling Integrated Treatment Facility, effective July 16, as announced by the Georgia Department of Corrections.