David Swanson, a retired Georgia teacher, received a 15-year sentence for having child pornography, with ten years supervised release, and must register as a sex offender.

OneBlood experienced a ransomware attack impacting operations and hospitals in the southeastern U.S. They are maintaining services through manual processes but urge blood donations.

A Georgia woman described giving birth in prison, facing forced Cesarean and privacy violations, prompting a Senate probe into the treatment of incarcerated pregnant women.

A missing 2-month-old in Sandy Springs was found safe; her noncustodial father, now in custody, faces multiple charges.

The Conyers Police Department's Community Engagement & Outreach Unit has detailed its second quarter outreach initiatives for 2024 aimed at improving relations between the police and local citizens.

Former UGA receiver Trey Blount started teaching PE and coaching at Alexander High, and Georgia Tech alum Lelani Smith joined the IB program at Douglas County High. Elementary trends and road safety were also discussed.

Atlanta opens a cooling center at Selena Butler Park to help residents stay cool amid high temperatures, providing water and a place to escape the heat.

Students in North Georgia and Atlanta are returning to schools, some with new policies like restricted phone use, while districts introduce new leadership and education strategies.

WR Rara Thomas has been dismissed from Georgia's football team following his arrest on charges related to child cruelty and battery. Coach Kirby Smart confirmed the decision. Thomas was previously part of a pretrial diversion for a past offense.

Union City is launching a UC Citizen's Academy program to educate residents on municipal operations starting September 5th, 2024. It covers various governance topics and aims to encourage civic engagement.

Roswell approves the creation of a new Crabapple Road Restaurant District, aiming to transform an office park into a dining and retail area with an open carry alcohol policy.

Black women in Atlanta are reshaping the entertainment industry with a focus on diversity and real-life narratives, as seen in productions like "The Ms. Pat Show" and "Perimeter."

Georgia legislators, including Senator Larry Walker, actively work in summer study committees on state licensing efficiencies and forest resource potentials, preparing ground for future policies.