Cobb County Superior Court's Judicial Emergency has been extended due to a document backlog caused by software issues. Staffing shortages also hinder operations, impacting court services and case document accessibility.

A fire at Tritt Elementary School, caused by an HVAC issue, led to student evacuation and one adult suffering smoke inhalation. Students resumed classes at an alternate location.

Three individuals have been arrested in Roswell, GA, on human trafficking charges following a multi-agency operation.

The Waffle House Museum, with bookings full till 2024, showcases the diner's history at its original site. Visitors experience a 1955 recreation, complete with vintage items but no actual food service.

Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office charged 47 people in a major gang bust related to narcotics, illegal firearms, and gang activity with ties to Mexican cartels.

Four individuals in Candler County, Georgia face drug trafficking charges after a multi-month sting operation led by the GBI and local law enforcement.

After a court ruling, Cobb County reverted to state-approved district maps, with Commissioner Jerica Richardson continuing her tenure, amidst discussions on local vs. state governance.

Athens-Clarke County is offering nearly $1 million in federal funds for affordable housing, with an informative meeting on the application process scheduled for September 6, 2024.

The Southern Conservation Trust and Fayetteville city partner for a Shred & Recycle Day event for paper and glass recycling on October 19 at City Center Park.

Marietta History Center hosts a "Books, Books, Books!" event on September 21st, offering family activities and meetups with local authors and organizations.

An intoxicated hotel guest allegedly vandalized property celebrating LGBTQ communities in Atlanta on the eve of Global Black Pride, with the police investigating.

The "Taste of Smyrna" event on September 7 offers a variety of foods from over 20 restaurants, with free admission and live music for a family-friendly experience.

The GBI is investigating a deputy-involved shooting in Flemington, Georgia, where Andre Haggray was killed after a confrontation escalated during a response to a domestic disturbance call.