Fulton DA Fani Willis has rehired Shermela Williams after the judge resigned amid a Judicial Qualifications Commission probe. The hire revives controversy over Williams’ conduct and a pending lawsuit.

Georgia cleared HB350 to allow anonymous newborn surrender in monitored boxes at fire and police stations; supporters call it lifesaving while critics raise privacy concerns.

DeKalb County Schools joined a federal MDL alleging social platforms’ "addictive" designs harmed students and strained counselors, lockers and classroom time. The district seeks both past costs and long‑term funding.

Michael Hicks was unanimously appointed City Manager of College Park on Saturday. A longtime IT chief and a 2025 UGA Certified Public Manager, Hicks will oversee city operations and strategic initiatives.

A New York Times poll shows Rep. David Scott nearly tied with Jasmine Clark in a crowded Democratic primary for Georgia’s 13th, with the May 19 primary looming. The outcome could hinge on undecided voters and turnout.

Lawmakers passed HB 295, a measure letting property owners sue cities over encampments and sanctuary policies. Advocates say it could criminalize homelessness and saddle local budgets with lawsuits.

Stockbridge has named Orrin S. Hamilton, a 30‑year metro‑Atlanta veteran who led Austell PD, as the city's first Black police chief.

Mayor Andre Dickens unveiled SO ATL, pairing $50K for a feasibility study with coordinated policing and city programs to keep teens in supervised spaces during spring break.

The U.S. has launched FIFA PASS to give World Cup ticket-holders priority visa interviews — it speeds appointments but doesn't guarantee entry. What Atlanta fans need to check before they travel.

Students from a Fayette County private school helped push SB547, which elevates pandering and pimping to felonies in Georgia; lawmakers cleared the measure and it now heads to Gov. Kemp.

The Justice Department reached a $3M settlement with 42 Georgia licensing boards over alleged SCRA violations, ordering faster licensing and possible payouts for military families.

A late push to let private citizens sue over relocated monuments failed by two votes in the Georgia House, leaving current rules and legal fights untouched.

The Georgia House passed SB 406 155‑10, creating a statewide HOA registration system and tightening rules on liens and foreclosures. The bill now returns to the Senate.