Martin Montiel-Moreno was charged with murdering his roommate Jorge De La Cruz using a sledgehammer on the Fourth of July in Lilburn, after a violent altercation.

DeKalb County Water Watch Coalition urges a halt on water disconnections to support residents facing financial challenges, despite the county's rate hike postponement.

A CSX train collided with a semi-truck in South Fulton, causing a fire and injuries to two people, with one seriously harmed. The train crew was unharmed, and emergency responders contained the situation.

Atlanta Police confirmed the safety of Inzinga Barge, missing after a concert, found in distress by Georgia Tech security and returned to the hospital. Her weeks-long disappearance details remain unknown.

Atlanta Police Foundation offers $10,000 bonuses to attract experienced officers from other agencies, with added benefits for transfers, ahead of major events like the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Clayton County invites families to a 4-H Open House to explore clubs for youths to develop skills and leadership. Registration is required for the August 2 event.

Former Greene County deputy Robert Kline was arrested by the GBI for using excessive force during an arrest, facing charges of Aggravated Assault and Oath of Office violation.

Jakari Childs is sentenced to life with parole for murdering a schoolmate outside an IHOP in Lithonia, Georgia.

An off-duty Atlanta police officer, Garrett Rolfe, was involved in a physical altercation leading to an arrest and an internal investigation by the Atlanta Police Department.

A 15-year-old boy was shot in the leg at Oakcliff Court NW; he was alert when taken to the hospital. The shooting is under investigation, potentially linked to a robbery.

Dunwoody announces the groundbreaking of the Wildcat Creek Learning Lab, a new environmental education facility in collaboration with the Nature Center.

McIntosh County is receiving a $60 million cold storage facility by Ti Cold and Karis Cold, set to create jobs and boost local economy, with Georgia Governor Kemp highlighting its significance.

Georgia Governor Kemp has appointed Dr. Dean Burke as the new Commissioner of the Department of Community Health, effective August 1, succeeding Russel Carlson.