Former Barrow County jailer Lolita Lightner was charged with cruelty to inmates and oath violation after an incident involving food tainted with pepper spray.

Atlanta's weather forecast predicts a sunny beginning of the week with highs near 93°F and light breezes. Evenings will see lows around 71°F. Midweek may bring a slight chance of rain and thunderstorms.

Officer Chandler of Roswell PD intentionally crashed into a wrong-way driver to stop a potentially fatal situation on GA 400, resulting in non-life-threatening injuries for both parties.

ONE Musicfest in Atlanta celebrates its 15th anniversary with stars like Cardi B and Jill Scott. The two-day event will take place in October at Piedmont Park.

Atlanta showcases its potential as a new host city to Sundance Institute committee members, competing with five other cities for the film festival's relocation.

Police responded to a burglary at 2237 Cascade Rd SW in Atlanta, where thieves used a truck to steal an ATM. The incident caused property damage and remains under investigation.

Commissioner Ricky Dobbs Jr. is hosting a community chat at Jessie Davis Park to facilitate dialogue between officials and citizens, discuss local issues, and encourage civic participation.

The Douglas County Courthouse will host a "Junk Dump" event on August 31st to help residents dispose of unwanted items responsibly. Certain items like paint and batteries are not accepted.

Douglas County is preparing for its annual September Saturdays Festival with live music, vendors, and rides at the courthouse grounds on September 21 and 28 from 11 AM to 5 PM.

Douglasville is set to increase property taxes by 16.67%, responding to decreased sales tax revenue and higher service costs. Three public hearings are planned before adoption.

Norman Uriah Simmonds Jr. was convicted of Malice Murder and Felony Murder in the 2019 fatal shooting of Tyrese Washington after a dispute over staged insurance fraud profits.

The GBI is investigating a shooting at a Gordon County party advertised on Snapchat. One man was injured; no arrests yet. Witnesses and information are sought.

Clayton County's MPP newsletter details success stories and progress, encouraging local small business development and collaborative mentorship for economic growth.