Mayor Ron Shinnick dissolved Cohutta's police department after officers alleged his wife retained access to town systems. Whitfield County will temporarily provide patrols as the council meets to weigh next steps.

Stone Mountain is weighing three firms to advise the 3.47‑acre Lawn on Main redevelopment; proposals vary widely on timeline and cost. The choice will shape whether the site stays parkland or becomes a hotel‑driven draw.

Socomec opened a $10M factory in Gwinnett County, promising about 300 jobs and new production to serve hospitals and data centers.

City officials are warning World Cup fans to avoid unpermitted parking after a chaotic Oct. 25 lot incident left cars towed and one person arrested. Check permits before you park.

A late‑night rape call in Marietta led police to a hotel and to the alleged sexual exploitation of a 16‑year‑old; a man has been arrested and faces felony charges.

Cool, clear Friday gives way to a wet weekend. Showers and thunderstorms likely Saturday–Sunday with possible localized flooding.

Kenneth Jones was arrested and faces feticide, aggravated-assault and weapons charges after a December shooting on I‑285 that injured two and killed a pregnant woman's unborn child.

State investigators have been called after an inmate died inside the Houston County detention center; officials have released no name or cause.

A man is in critical condition after a Shiloh Road shooting; his roommate was arrested and charged within 24 hours. Federal authorities have opened an inquiry into the suspect’s immigration status.

A teacher at East Coweta High was charged with indecent exposure after students raised concerns; the school put him on leave while deputies investigate.

Vietvana will open a Lenox Square flagship this October, bringing an open‑kitchen Saigon‑alley concept and housemade noodles to Buckhead. The unit will replace the former Lobster Roll space.

Thousands of dollars in graded Pokémon cards were stolen from Wasteland Gaming in Duluth. Gwinnett detectives arrested a suspect after an attempted resale in Cobb County.

A woman was shot multiple times after a reported drug deal in southwest Atlanta; she was taken to the hospital and detectives are canvassing for witnesses.