Four juveniles in Atlanta led police on a chase before crashing into a tree on Memorial Drive, suffering minor injuries. The road was closed for cleanup, and charges are being considered.

Marietta offers free document shredding to residents on March 8, 2025, at Elizabeth Porter Park, fostering secure disposal and environmental sustainability.

Protests erupted in Georgia and nationwide on Presidents Day, targeting Trump's executive orders, federal layoffs, and new policies like Musk's appointment which demonstrators fear prioritize power over public good.

A Delta Air Lines commuter jet crashed at Toronto Pearson Airport without fatalities. The plane, landing in severe weather, flipped over, but all 80 people on board survived. The NTSB and Canadian authorities are investigating the incident.

The GBI arrested two men for assaulting a police officer in Middle Georgia, following a car chase where shots were fired at troopers. No officers were hit, and both suspects are now in custody facing multiple charges.

Atlanta Police reports a woman in critical condition after a stabbing at 2500 Center Street NW. The Aggravated Assault Unit is investigating the incident with no arrests announced.

Three people were wounded in a downtown Atlanta shooting stemming from a parking dispute, with both male participants shooting each other and a female bystander injured. No arrests have been made.

Councilman Joseph R. Goldstein is hosting a Town Hall Meeting for Ward 7 on February 27, 2025, at The Oak Room in Marietta, GA to discuss local issues.

Georgia Power restored electricity to 170,000 customers following a severe storm, with 36,000 still without power. The company is using "smart grid" tech and emphasizes safety around downed lines.

Atlanta opens warming centers for residents during cold weather, with spaces designated for women and children, and offers transportation from the Gateway Center.

A small plane crashed shortly after taking off from Covington Municipal Airport, killing both occupants, James and Janet Hardee. The FAA and NTSB are investigating.

Sen. Ossoff criticized the Trump administration for denying Georgia's request to extend federal aid for Hurricane Helene cleanup, while Gov. Kemp plans to use state funds to cover costs.

A 9-year-old boy in Atlanta was shot while asleep during a drive-by shooting; police are investigating, and the boy is now home, with a bullet near an artery remaining in his body.