Cobb County settled with the U.S. Attorney's Office to improve polling place access for disabled voters, including removing physical barriers and training poll workers on ADA compliance.

The community mourned as it held the funeral for Christian Angulo, a 14-year-old victim of the Apalachee High School shooting, with services at Saint Matthew Catholic Church.

Governor Kemp announces over $4.8 million in grants for workforce housing in Brunswick and Chatham counties, Georgia, to support the construction of 129 housing units.

Zoo Atlanta's giant pandas will return to China in October 2024, with a farewell event, Panda-Palooza, scheduled for visitors to celebrate their legacy and contribution to conservation.

Plans for a 30-story apartment tower at Underground Atlanta have been announced, featuring 405 residential units with affordable options and shared amenities. The $160 million project aims to enhance downtown with arts and entertainment.

Commissioner Robert Patrick hosted an event honoring Isabella Velarde and Victoria Chacón with Trailblazer Awards for Hispanic Heritage Month in DeKalb County.

The Invest Atlanta Board approved financing for 391 affordable housing units in September 2024, with plans for an additional 1,668 units, totaling a $651 million investment. Mayor Dickens aims to create or preserve 20,000 affordable units by 2030.

Carter Road in Decatur will be closed for a watermain replacement from September 30 to October 30 between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. Local access is maintained.

The Church St Farmers Market in Douglasville is a nominee for the "Best of Georgia Awards" by the Georgia Business Journal and encourages community votes online before October 31st, 2024.

Abingdon Drive in Stone Mountain will be closed for CIPP work on September 23 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with detours in place. Contact Gabe Cummings at SAKS Construction for details.

The inaugural Youth Civic Engagement Town Hall, held at Glenn Memorial United Methodist Church, focused on involving youth in civic matters, with Commissioner Spears and local officials answering questions from Troop 18 scouts.

DeKalb County Police Department will host a Community Outreach & Safety Fair with free resources, games, and music in Chamblee Tucker Road's Big Lots parking lot.

Kennesaw's Fall-O-Ween Fest at Swift-Cantrell Park, set for Oct 19, will offer free festivities including a candy trail, costume contests, a movie screening, and more family-friendly activities.