The Gwinnett Police Department seeks public help in the 2005 cold case of 15-month-old Marisa Velasco's disappearance, suggesting her mother Rena Velasco abducted her. They've issued warrants and released age-progressed images for leads.

Athens-Clarke County announced service changes for Earth Day, including closures in various departments such as Animal Services and Leisure Services, and altered waste collection schedules.

Marieo Terrell Kearney received a life sentence without parole plus 5 years for multiple rapes in DeKalb County, with DNA evidence linking him to the crimes.

The weather forecast for Atlanta predicts mixed sunny skies and potential thunderstorms, with high temperatures in the mid-80s and lows in the mid-60s, accompanied by a gentle south wind.

Commissioner Holtkamp initiates "Local Voices, Local Places" to engage with Gwinnett County's small business community, starting with a breakfast event at Reveille Café.

Union City Public Services Water Division announces a two-hour water service disruption for Lincoln Homes subdivision due to a waterline relocation project starting at 9:00 AM the next morning.

Urbnpop Comics Company opened in Acworth with a ribbon-cutting on April 17, offering comics and vintage toys to enthusiasts. Mayor Allegood and officials celebrated the launch.

The GBI is investigating a fatal officer-involved shooting during a welfare check in Paulding County, where a 22-year-old man was killed after firing at deputies.

The GBI is investigating the death of Robert Smith, who was involved in violent incidents and a police chase in Georgia before dying from a self-inflicted gunshot.

The GBI and Jasper Police are investigating human trafficking after rescuing a 14-year-old runaway girl from Pennsylvania; they encourage public tips via multiple channels.

A police chase at a Georgia Buc-ee's ended with the suspect committing suicide after a forced drive and carjacking. No officers fired their weapons during the incident, which remains under investigation.

Attorneys are in court in Atlanta challenging ICE's alleged improper termination of international students' visas. The students' legal status is uncertain after claims that ICE wrongly flagged them in a database.

Rumors about 17 people in Atlanta vanishing after job interviews have been debunked by police and Indeed, marking a case of social media misinformation.