MUST Ministries opens its Hope House as a cooling center in Marietta, GA, from August 1-6, offering shelter from the heat and providing lunch and dinner.

Kamala Harris's rally in Atlanta energized voters, focusing on issues like abortion while critiquing Trump's policies. Attendees felt hopeful about the future.

A judge criticized Georgia prosecutors for negligently handling privileged emails in the Atlanta "Stop Cop City" activists' case, where defense attorneys sought to disqualify the prosecution team and dismiss the indictment.

Paulding County's 2023 Annual Report is available, detailing fiscal details, strategic initiatives, and inviting public feedback for transparency and communal engagement in government.

The Georgia State Election Board is retracting decisions from a disputed meeting after a legal challenge regarding the adequacy of public meeting notice and the validity of remote participation by a board member.

Georgia's voting machines, including those in Bibb County, have been confirmed accurate in tests ensuring electoral integrity. Secretary of State Raffensperger oversees the process, aiming to build public trust ahead of elections.

Mayor Andre Dickens appoints Rocsean Spencer as the new Director of the Office of Contract Compliance in Atlanta to ensure partnerships with minority and women-owned small businesses.

The Georgia State Election Board is meeting to confirm actions from a controversial July 12 session regarding election rules amid legal challenges for open meeting violations.

Georgia launches a new website allowing voters to cancel their registration, amid discussions on voter list maintenance and concerns over potential misuse.

Atlanta announces three development projects to address affordable housing, with plans for mixed-income housing, retail, and community spaces, including the overhaul of the Historic West End targeting up to 80% AMI residents.

VP Kamala Harris is set to visit Atlanta to rally voters as she becomes the presumptive Democratic nominee, facing a tight race against potential rival Donald Trump.

Georgia State Superintendent Richard Woods has not recommended AP African American studies for statewide adoption, leaving local districts the choice to offer it. Critics see this as unequal treatment of the course.

Fulton County Commissioners may remove the last two housing authority board members amid a financial misconduct scandal, as HUD demands changes to avoid losing federal funds.