Troup County first responder Kaylen Scott has been charged with first-degree cruelty to children and placed on leave. The specifics of the incident remain undisclosed.

A child was seriously injured at H.O.P.E. Park, leading to the removal of the involved equipment; details are still under investigation, and the city expressed concern and support for the family.

Duluth launches a summer live music series coinciding with the Lantern Parade, aiming to brighten downtown with entertainment and support local talent.

Reginald Colwell, 58, received a life sentence for 1988 crimes of kidnapping, rape, and assault thanks to DNA evidence tested with recent tech and federal funding.

Ty'Relle Tarver, 18, was arrested by the GBI for the murder of 41-year-old Jeremy Beckworth in Baxley, Georgia, after a shooting incident reported on May 21, 2025.

Stone Mountain Mayor Beverly Jones is under scrutiny for becoming the sole signatory on city bank accounts. She claims it was to prevent unauthorized access, while the city council initiates procedures for removing officials.

Sen. Ossoff confronts CSX over train safety after two derailments in Georgia, urging the company to improve its protocols and prevent future incidents.

Two new sculptures, "Make A Wish" and "Vibrantly Connected," were unveiled at Gwinnett County's Bicentennial Plaza by local artist David Landis, symbolizing the community's history and spirit.

The Atlanta Police Department captured homicide suspect Terrell Carithers with the U.S. Marshals' help, emphasizing the presumption of innocence until proven guilty.

Desmond Felts was charged with Murder, Aggravated Assault, and Armed Robbery after a violent incident in Atlanta left one dead and another critically injured.

Austell appoints Shameta Jones-Harrell as Cobb County's first female police chief, succeeding Scott Hamilton. The department expresses strong support for her historic role.

Senator Emanuel Jones condemns the Boulder terror attack on a pro-Israeli rally, emphasizing solidarity against hate and the importance of confronting antisemitism.

Georgia begins issuing tax rebate checks up to $500 to eligible residents due to the state's budget surplus, with varying amounts based on filing status.