South Fulton Mayor Khalid Kamau, after initially hinting at not seeking re-election, reversed his decision and will run for a second term, amidst successes and controversies during his tenure.

The family of murdered nursing student Laken Riley endorsed Rep. Mike Collins for the U.S. Senate, praising his role in the passage of the Laken Riley Act.

Sen. Chuck Hufstetler of Georgia will receive the 'Legislator of the Year Award' from Georgia Life Sciences for his contributions to the life science sector.

Heather Dykes has been promoted to Deputy Warden of Administration at McRae Women’s Facility, overseeing essential operations, after a swift ascent in the Georgia Department of Corrections.

Mayor Dickens of Atlanta expresses optimism as the MARTA Board hires advisors to overhaul the city's transit system, aiming for a more effective, expansive, and reliable network.

Woodstock names Melissa Sigmund as Community Development Director, bringing extensive planning expertise and leadership experience to guide the city’s growth.

Georgia's Senate Study Committee on Foster Care is holding its first meeting to assess and improve services for transition-age youth. The public event will be live-streamed on August 20.

Good Samaritans and police rescued two children from a hot car in Cumberland Mall, leading to their father's arrest for cruelty; they were later honored by the Georgia Governor.

Georgia Senate committee to discuss college affordability solutions on Monday, including a means-tested scholarship, in an open, live-streamed meeting chaired by Sen. Nan Orrock.

Cobb County’s Chief Magistrate Judge Brendan F. Murphy named Natalie Ward and Christopher Yarbrough as part-time Magistrate judges, citing their extensive legal expertise and dedication to community service.

The Georgia Senate committee will discuss eliminating state income tax in a public meeting at the State Capitol on August 19, led by Chairman Senator Blake Tillery.

Mayor Andre Dickens appoints Cyril Turner as Commissioner and Eugene McKinnie as Deputy Commissioner of Atlanta's DPW to advance a sustainable and clean city agenda.

The Georgia Senate Study Committee on Recovery Residences will hold its first hearing on August 18, aiming to explore the state's recovery residences.