False active shooter reports at Clark Atlanta University were debunked, ending a campus shelter-in-place order. Similar hoaxes also occurred at other Georgia schools, prompting an FBI investigation into the series of fake emergency calls.

Local swiftwater rescue teams from Washington County and Johnson City received the Higgins & Langley Award for their exceptional response during Hurricane Helene in 2024.

Labor Day Weekend in Atlanta is packed with events, including Dragon Con and college football games, drawing visitors nationwide and boosting the city's economy with over $100 million projected revenue.

Fort Worth invites public input for the redesign of its downtown branch library, hosting listening sessions and offering a survey to gather community feedback on the project.

A Georgia State Patrol trooper's car caught fire after crashing during a high-speed chase in Atlanta; the trooper was unharmed, and the pursued driver escaped.

The City of Burnsville is planning a major refurbishment of its Colonial Water Tower, which includes exterior and structural upgrades starting in September, with completion expected by June 2026.

The Raleigh Police Department recognized International Overdose Awareness Day and vowed to fight overdose, sharing the campaign's aims to mourn, educate, and prevent future drug fatalities.

Police investigated a misreported threat at Thunderbolt Middle School, leading to the arrest of students who altered their stories about a violent incident.

Saint Paul's Goals Not Guns initiative encourages youth leadership against gun violence through merchandise sales, with profits supporting local schools and youth groups.

Lake Havasu City Police Department announces increased traffic and DUI enforcement from August 29 to September 1, funded by a state grant for the Labor Day weekend.

DHS announces steps to address Medicaid eligibility changes and combat housing aid fraud, while also offering mental health support via a hotline and job opportunities in Minnesota's health system.

Lewisville launched "My Water Advisor 2.0" to give residents real-time water usage data via an app and website, supporting the city's sustainability goals.

ADEQ's public notice period for the Transwestern Pipeline Company's Class I Renewal Permit is now open for community input on environmental compliance.