Fulton County to build a new police academy
Fulton County is making plans for a new public safety training center, but this is not Atlanta's controversial facility that critics have deemed “Cop City”. Fulton County leaders say the decision to create their own comes down to cost.
Medical contract for Fulton County Jail extended despite multiple complaints
Despite multiple complaints and repeated coverage on the health services offered to inmates at the Fulton County Jail, commissioners unanimously voted to extend the current provider's contract.
Family of Fulton inmate who died covered in bed bugs ‘shocked’ after vote to keep jail medical provider
Michael Harper, the attorney representing Lashawn Thompson’s family, told FOX 5 they were shocked to learn of the commission’s decision Wednesday after county officials deemed the medical care provider negligible in Thompson’s death.
Commissioners approve $5.3 million in funds to improve conditions at Fulton County jail
The Fulton County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to approve $5.3 million in funding to help improve conditions at the jail. The funds will assist with medical care, sanitation, security, and more.
Fulton County Chief Magistrate Judge, County clerk clash publicly
The latest round in the ongoing feud between Chief Judge Kirk and Tina Robinson, who serves as clerk for both Fulton County Superior Court and Magistrate Court, played out at the Fulton County Board of Commissioners meeting Wednesday.
Fulton County Commission asks Justice Department to investigate Wellstar
Fulton County will join state lawmakers in asking federal officials to investigate Wellstar Health System after two closing hospitals in central and south Fulton County last year.
Atlanta City Jail could soon be used to house Fulton County inmates
Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens will let Fulton County Sheriff Pat Labat use 700 beds to house jail inmates.
Fulton County commissioner accused of sexual harassment, wrongful termination of former chief of staff
Calvin Brock accused Fulton County Commission Vice Chairwoman Natalie Hall of planting tracking devices in two of his cars to monitor his every move. He said things started going awry when he said Hall forced him into a romantic relationship.
Fulton County Commission Chairman gets 24-hour security due to ongoing threats
Due to the signs of the times, Chairman Robb Pitts now makes public appearances with security in tow.
After law office firebombed, Fulton County commissioner says 'we will not be intimidated'
The commissioner said the attack seems more like something out of the 1960s that he has read about in history books.
Fulton Co. District Attorney says accused violent inmates could be freed on bond if she doesn’t get more help
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis says if she doesn't get help for her massive backlog of cases, violent offenders could be set free while they await trial. A court deadline, suspended during the pandemic, is now looming. It gives prosecutors 90 days to indict a defendant or let them out of jail on bond.
Fulton County Board to vote on possible study to replace jail
The board is expected to vote on a resolution authorizing a feasibility study to replace the current facility with a new, high-tech detention center.
Ga. Sec. of State calling for major shake up in Fulton Co. Elections office
Georgia's Secretary of State is calling for a major shake up in the Fulton County Elections office.
Alarm at Fulton County Elections warehouse sparks investigation
Fulton County officials are concerned after an alarm went off at the Fulton County Elections warehouse over the weekend. The situation has raised a red flag for some critics who already have questions about the validity of last year’s election.
Fulton County leaders react after judge agrees to unseal Fulton absentee ballots for audit
Fulton County leaders are reacting after Henry County Superior Court Judge Brian Amero on Friday agreed to unseal absentee ballots to allow for yet another audit of November election results in Georgia’s most populous county.
Fulton County businesses owners say they need financial relief
The pandemic continues to cripple many business owners who are desperate for federal rescue funds. Many of those Fulton County business owners are wondering why commissioners delayed a vote on the agenda item for two more weeks.
Fulton County commissioner explains reason behind pushback on Georgia's new voting law
Democrats on the Fulton County Commission are trying to push back against Georgia's new voting law.
Fulton County Commission chair reacts to new election reform law
Georgia's new election reform law will impact millions of voters.
State Representative criticizes Fulton County Ethics board for not listening to jail house recordings
A State Representative who filed an ethics complaint against Fulton County Commissioner Marvin Arrington is upset that the board dismissed the complaint without listening to jail house recordings involving Arrington and an inmate.
Some pandemic-impacted residents of Fulton County eligible for rent, utility assistance
Residents of Fulton County can begin applying for as much as $1,500 in rent or utility assistance starting Monday.