Atlanta’s Crime Rate Drops

Atlanta officials are highlighting a roughly 32% drop in homicides in 2025 compared to 2024, with overall crime down 9%.

The city attributes the decline in crime to improved policing, youth programs, community engagement, and strong collaboration.

“APD is not having an issue hiring officers like they did two years ago,” said Atlanta city councilman Antonio Lewis. “So we’ve been able to, for three years, see consistent rates of all crime stats going down.”

The Atlanta Police Department plans to recruit 600 new officers within the next three years, aiming to have 450 of them actively serving by the time Atlanta hosts the FIFA World Cup in 2026.

  Increased Numbers of West Nile Virus in Mosquitoes

An additional number of mosquitoes in Atlanta have tested positive for West Nile virus, leading Fulton County health officials to increase mosquito control efforts and urge residents to take precautions.

Earlier this month, West Nile virus was found in mosquitoes in two locations across Fulton County.

The state reported 53 human cases in 2024, including 17 in Fulton County—a notable increase from previous years. Georgia was one of 10 states in the U.S. to record over 50 human cases last year.

Although most people who are infected by the virus do not experience symptoms, it can cause flu-like symptoms and, in rare cases, lead to severe neurological complications or death.

PeachFest Kicks Off in Atlanta Today

The 11th annual PeachFest is set to take place today at Peachtree Center in downtown Atlanta.

This summertime event celebrates Georgia’s iconic fruit by bringing together more than 65 chefs, mixologists, artisans, and farmers to create unique peach-inspired dishes and drinks.

The festival also features tasting stations, immersive food and drink experiences, a silent auction, and more.

Doors open for general admission at 4 p.m.

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➤ Albany: The city has opened several cooling stations in preparation for the extreme heat expected next week. (More)

➤ Forsyth County: A 6-year-old girl who became stuck 60 feet up a tree was safely rescued by fire crews on Friday. (More)

➤ Gwinnett County: Residents discovered hundreds of dead fish floating in Pounds Lake during a lake maintenance project. (More)

➤ Tybee Island: Beach erosion on Tybee Island is intensifying, leading to the closure of several beach areas. Officials warn that the erosion makes the island very vulnerable to storms this hurricane season. (More)

➤ Warner Robins: The city’s fire department has achieved full staffing for the first time in years by welcoming 11 recruits. (More)

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➤ Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson has been ranked No. 62 on the NFL’s Top 100 Players of 2025 list, following a standout 2024 season where he amassed 1,887 yards from scrimmage and 15 total touchdowns. (More)

➤ The Atlanta Braves have reinstated third baseman Austin Riley from the 10-day injured list after he was sidelined with a right abdominal strain since July 12. (More)

➤ Atlanta United has signed 26-year-old Spanish defender Juan Berrocal on loan from Getafe CF of Spain’s La Liga through June 30, 2026. (More)

➤ Yesterday’s Results: MLB | Soccer | WNBA | PGA | LPGA  | Tour de France

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➤ Atlanta Public Schools, Amazon, and the Empty Stocking Fund collaborated to distribute 200,000 school supplies to over 60 schools across metro Atlanta. (More)

➤ Atlanta has been ranked the sweatiest city in the U.S., according to a recent 2025 study by Thumbtack. (More)

➤ Champ, a two-legged rescue chihuahua in Atlanta, is being credited with helping save his owner’s life. (More)

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