Cobb County School District has removed "American Psycho" from its libraries due to "sexually explicit content," part of 36 books removed over three years. Critics focus on the impact on LGBTQ and minority literature.

Shelley Hermann was appointed as Deputy Warden of Administration at Pulaski State Prison, effective April 16, 2025, by the Georgia Department of Corrections.

South Fulton Mayor Khalid Kamau has announced he will not seek re-election and will finish his term as a part-time mayor. Controversies include accusations of unauthorized city fund use.

Inez Grant appointed as Hall County's Solicitor General by Governor Kemp following Stephanie Woodard's resignation.

Marietta City Council committee meetings are scheduled for April 29 at 5:15 PM at City Hall. Open to the public, the agenda includes various city matters. Remote access details will be available on the city's website.

The Newton County Board of Elections and Registration has relocated to the historic Cousins School at 8134 Geiger Street NW, Covington, providing local electoral services.

Governor Kemp of Georgia signed Senate Bills 68 and 69, reforming the state's civil justice and addressing negligent security liability, fault apportionment, and transparency in litigation financing.

Democratic State Sen. Jason Esteves has announced his candidacy for the 2026 Georgia gubernatorial race, aiming to become the state's first Afro-Latino governor and champion working families against conservative policies.

Georgia's Governor Kemp is set to sign a "tort reform" package to cap lawsuits and jury awards, facing mixed reactions on its impact on insurance premiums.

The City of Atlanta is hosting an event on April 17 to address Black maternal health, featuring expert talks, a resource fair, and advocacy strategies.

Marjorie Taylor Greene's town hall on Tax Day saw protests, heightened security, and arrests, with tense clashes between her supporters and protesters.

Georgia's legislative session ends with major bills on budget, tax relief, military tax exemption, school security, women's sports fairness, judicial system reform, disaster preparedness, and education reform heading to Governor Kemp.

CRH plans to invest $1.7 million in a new Finance & Accounting SSC in Atlanta, creating over 300 jobs and enhancing its Americas Materials Solutions business. The facility will be fully operational by 2029.