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GEORGIA — Each weekend, Patch affords its readers a review of the top stories and headlines from across Georgia. Here's a roundup of some of the state's major and quirkiest stories. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on these stories by clicking here.

As WNBA Playoffs Loom, ATL Dream Stars Victorious In 2026 FIBA World Cup

Two more players for the Atlanta Dream, currently 4th in the WNBA standings, are joining Rhyne Howard and Angel Reese in the 2026 FIBA World Cup.

GA Probes Donkey's Death; Officer On Leave

Georgia ag officials are investigating a deadly police shooting that killed a family's donkey during a missing child probe, police say.

Suspect In Death Of GA Officer Fatally Shoots Self: GBI

Authorities say the man sought in connection with the shooting death of a Georgia police officer has died by suicide in South Carolina.

Judge Sentences Man After Shooting Kills 1, Injures 2: Prosecutors

A man was convicted of fatally shooting his ex-girlfriend's cousin and injuring his ex and 1 other woman in a shooting, GA prosecutors say.

Teen Son Of Ex-'RHOA,' NFL Stars Indicted In GA Sexual Assault Case: Reports

The teen son of ex-"RHOA" star Kim Zolciak and ex-Falcons linebacker Kroy Biermann Sr. reportedly remains in jail amid the indictment.

GA Woman Remains Missing In Nepal Amid Floods That Have Killed 900+: Reports

A Georgia's woman family says she has disappeared after floodwaters swamped Nepal, according to media reports.

Storms Possible Amid Sizzling Temps In GA: Labor Day Forecast

Triple-digit heat indices are impending as brewing scattered storms could hit some parts of Georgia on Labor Day, forecasters told Patch.

Inmate Trustee In Custody After Leaving Work Detail

Authorities say the man got into a car; however, they say the man was not found when the car was stopped in a neighboring county.

Bottoms, Jackson To Face Off In GA Debate For Governor

Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms and Republican Rick Jackson will debate ahead of Georgia's 2026 gubernatorial election.

Crash Involving School Bus Injures Driver: Report

A school bus rear-ended a car, injuring the driver, a media report says.

2 Juveniles In Custody After Shots Fired Near School: Sheriff

Two juveniles are being accused of displaying a handgun and firing shots near a school.

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