Georgia Rep. Mandi Ballinger loses battle with cancer

Georgia state flags will be lowered to half-staff to honor the life and service of State Rep. Mandi Ballinger, who died after a battle with cancer.

New E-911 call center approved by City of Roswell

The City of Roswell has approved a construction contract for a new E-911 call center on Alpharetta Highway.

City Schools of Decatur hosts first Transition Fair for students

The Decatur school district held its first-ever Transition Fair this week to help students with disabilities prepare for life after graduation.

Stacey Abrams' New Georgia Project voter group dissolving

The New Georgia Project and its affiliate, the New Georgia Project Action Fund, announced they are dissolving.

Traffic stop leads to drug and gun seizure in Canton

A Canton officer’s traffic stop on I-575 uncovered drugs, guns, and arrest of driver Angel Acevedo.

Georgia surplus hits $14.6B as lawmakers eye spending plans

Georgia’s reserves have climbed to $14.6 billion, including $9 billion in undesignated funds and $5.6 billion in the rainy day account.

Fire prompts brief evacuation at Lithia Springs Walmart

The Walmart in Lithia Springs was briefly evacuated on Thursday afternoon after a report of a fire.

Man arrested after bomb threat at Piedmont Hospital

Police say 66-year-old Russell Purser was arrested after a bomb threat call to Piedmont Hospital.

Fulton County grand jury indicts man in Beyoncé music theft

A Fulton County grand jury indicted Kelvin Lanier Evans for stealing unreleased Beyoncé music during a July car break-in.

Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | Oct. 17-19, 2025

Here’s your guide to metro Atlanta and North Georgia fun for Oct. 17–19—from festivals and concerts to family outings and Halloween happenings.