Fulton County approves a land lease for a new botanical garden in College Park, with a unanimous vote by the commissioners and a $5.4 million commitment from the city council.

The Georgia Department of Community Health is hosting a hearing on March 17 regarding the extension of the Georgia Pathways to Coverage 1115 Demonstration Waiver.

Atlanta's forecast includes sunny days and potential showers with highs in the upper 60s to mid-70s and possible gusty winds. Weekend showers are likely.

Edward Espinoza was denied bond after allegedly shooting Roswell Police Officer Jeremy Labonte, deemed a flight risk and public danger. His mental health treatment needs were not enough to counter public safety concerns.

A man is being investigated for posing as a high school student in Gwinnett and Hall Counties, tricking his way onto campuses, and contacting students on social media.

Three men were arrested in Michigan for the January murder of Jalin Hammons outside an Atlanta food mart, with the US Marshals helping capture two of them. They face multiple charges including murder and armed robbery. The investigation continues.

A car crashed into an apartment building in Norcross, leaving one dead and another injured; the car had veered off the road and fell from a retaining wall.

Chad Alioth from Nebraska faces federal sex trafficking charges, with a potential network extending across multiple states. Authorities are seeking additional victims and urging the public to provide information.

Two men, Pedro Castro-Vasquez and Sonic Torres-Garcia, have been sentenced to 180 months in federal prison for cocaine trafficking as part of Operation Carpet Ride.

James Brown was appointed as the Interim County Manager of Newton County, succeeding former manager Harold Cooper after serving as the County's Director of Water Resources.

Redmond Jones is appointed as the new City Manager of East Point, having extensive experience in various executive roles and a strong background in policy development and urban planning. He recently served as Deputy City Manager in Iowa City.

Senator Jason Esteves introduced two bills to address housing affordability in Georgia, targeting private equity firms and improving fee transparency for property owners.

Butts County is hiring an Equipment Operator II to maintain county roads and infrastructure; experience and a valid Georgia driver's license are required.