The improved times come as state lawmakers are pushing for a multi-million -dollar overhaul of antiquated 9-1-1 system.

Fewer emergency callers are placed on long holds as metro Atlanta 911 agencies improve staffing problems and technology breakdowns.

Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens is pivoting his support for light rail on the Atlanta Beltline’s Eastside Trail for the Southside Trail instead.

Atlanta’s city government has started drafting its budget for the 2026 fiscal year, which begins July 1. The process will ...