The Georgia Senate passed a bill to add a sixth judge in Augusta to address case backlogs, a bipartisan move welcomed by proponents for judicial efficiency.

Atlanta's weather forecast includes mixed conditions, with chances of showers, fluctuating temperatures, winds, and a mix of sun and clouds over the coming days.

The Milton City Council approved the final plat for the Echo neighborhood, which includes an underground water detention system and is set to feature 23 single-family homes.

Douglas County announces a youth and family services discussion and job fair for March 22 at 1000 Simeon Springer Court, with panelists and potential employers.

Commissioner Mark Alcarez invites District 4 to a Community Meeting with local leaders on March 8, 2025, at Ephesus Baptist Church for public discourse.

Gwinnett County Police seek the public's help in identifying a man who broke into a home, showered, and stole items including a key, before fleeing after a confrontation with the homeowner.

Shevoy Brown, a former Hapeville Police officer, has been arraigned on charges of excessive force after allegedly using a Taser on a handcuffed detainee. He faces additional charges for obstruction of justice. The FBI and local authorities are investigating.

A man received a life sentence plus 10 years for fatally shooting someone at a DeKalb County gas station, with video evidence refuting his self-defense claim.

Athens-Clarke County's HCD seeks public input on Inner East Athens revitalization and plans to apply for an NRSA designation to secure CDBG funds. Community forums and surveys are available for resident participation.

A 16-year-old girl turned herself in, facing charges related to a homicide on January 25th at 1200 Gun Club Road NW, Atlanta, alongside two other suspects.

Police are investigating after finding a dead man near a creek in Atlanta; no immediate signs of violence were apparent, and the cause of death is pending an autopsy.

A 17-year-old boy was shot in the groin on Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in Atlanta; he was conscious when transported to the hospital. The motive and suspects remain unknown as police investigate.

The GBI is investigating an officer-involved shooting and homicide in Hiram, GA, where police killed a knife-wielding, blood-covered woman after she charged at them and ignored de-escalation attempts.