Juliana A. Njoku was appointed as DeKalb County's new Director of Planning & Sustainability, a role aimed at fostering sustainable development and community engagement.

The Douglas County millage rate proposal suggests a tax increase with a new rate of 15.763, up by 3.7 mills, due to economic pressures and service costs. Public hearings are scheduled for input before the vote.

Commissioner Tashé Allen collaborates with Mom Walks Southside ATL for 'Mom's on the Move,' a motherhood community-building event at Clayton County International Park on August 23, 2025.

German Madrigal was sentenced to an 18-month federal prison term for passport fraud after being convicted of falsely claiming U.S. citizenship to obtain a passport.

South Fulton Police are investigating a murder after finding a man's body during a welfare check. Kristopher Bass has been arrested and charged in connection with the crime.

The Georgia State Election Board ruled that Lyft violated state law by offering discounted rides to polls, favoring urban areas over rural ones. No punitive action was taken, but Lyft was informed of the violation.

CCFES responded to a Rex Road church operating an unpermitted board and care facility, citing fire code violations and evacuating minors.

Dashcam and bodycam footage was released showing a police pursuit of a stolen truck in Cobb County, with no injuries reported. The suspect is in custody facing multiple charges.

Two individuals were injured in a drive-by shooting on Mt. Zion Road in Clayton County, with ongoing police investigations and potential suspects detained.

Two deputies and a civilian saved a man from a burning house in Covington, with the rescue captured on bodycam footage and highlighted for their heroism.

Barrow County schools implement new security measures, including weapons detection and a monitored tipline, in response to a mass shooting and in compliance with Georgia's school safety law.

Firefighters battled a severe house fire in Jackson County, which caused extensive damage to the residence. The cause is under investigation, and no details on injuries have been released.

Atlanta's art community celebrated Malcolm-Jamal Warner's life with tributes and performances at City Winery, raising funds for his family after his accidental death.