Jonesboro Mayor Donya Sartor quickly retracted her resignation, citing legal grounds and facing community support amid tensions with the city council, which postponed action on the matter. A forensic audit of city finances is pending.

Charges of child molestation against former Cherokee Bluff High School soccer coach Cal Cook have been dropped after presenting evidence of his innocence.

Three people were killed in a shooting in northwest Georgia, including an assailant who committed suicide, and an off-duty officer was seriously injured.

Georgia Senate passes bills to regulate THC in beverages and hemp products, aiming to protect consumers and restrict intoxicants to 0.3%. Industry critiques enforcement actions. Separate bill expands medical marijuana access.

A city employee in Cumming, Georgia, was fatally hit by a truck in the early morning at the City Utilities Water Distribution facility. The community is mourning her death.

Grady Health System seeks community input on a new ER facility planned for Union City, prioritizing local feedback to address a "healthcare desert" south of I-20.

Former student Ashton Hornsby was fatally shot after a prom party in Powder Springs, and Carlos Diaz has been arrested in connection with the incident.

A man was shot in the leg in Atlanta's tent community, with police responding around 7:31 pm. The victim was taken to the hospital, and the investigation is ongoing with no arrests yet.

Georgia's February tax revenue increased by 4.6% to $2.13 billion, with rises in motor fuel excise and individual income taxes, despite a slight year-to-date decline after adjustments.

Volunteers significantly improved Birmingham Park during an annual Clean-up Day, with larger-than-expected turnout and substantial progress in park maintenance.

James "Gregory" Eyerly appointed head of Atlanta's Department of Watershed Management; succeeds Al Wiggins, Jr., who becomes Senior Advisor for infrastructure.

Atlanta DOT begins resurfacing on Cascade Road, expects shifted lanes but open traffic, and recommends planning for extra travel time on weekdays 9am-4pm.

Peachtree Street in Atlanta faces lane closures for resurfacing from March 11-21, 2025, 8 AM to 5 PM weekdays.