Sen. Larry Walker III begins his sixth term and 10th legislative session in Georgia's 20th District and is re-elected as Majority Caucus Secretary, emphasizing his commitment to key sectors and Middle Georgia values.

Atlanta's weather will vary, with sun, showers, and potential snow in the forecast, temperatures ranging from highs of 57 degrees to lows around 16 degrees, and brisk winds expected.

A boil water advisory is in effect for certain areas of DeKalb County due to a drop in water pressure from a water main break. Residents should boil water for at least one minute before use.

Cobb County Board of Commissioners decides to opt out of Georgia's new state homestead exemption after assessing the local benefits of their existing tax policy.

Robert Baker, 70, was arrested for fatally shooting Daniel Lanard Richardson Jr., 59, at a Cobb County car wash. The motive and details of their relationship remain under investigation.

The GBI is probing an officer-involved shooting in Athens-Clarke County after a robbery escalated to a car and foot chase, ending with suspect Javious Mattox injured but alive.

DeKalb County Department of Watershed Management has repaired a 6" main on McAfee Road, with normal water service resuming and a recommendation for residents to flush their systems.

DeKalb County has opened four warming centers and a night-only site to shelter residents from the cold from today until January 17th, with Frontline Response International offering meals and services.

The DeKalb County Board will discuss voter challenges at a meeting with a public comment period. Emails for comments must be sent to a specified address and follow set guidelines.

Kenya Wicks was sworn in as Georgia's State Senator for the 34th District, ready to serve her constituents and drawing from her extensive military and civic experience.

The forecast for Atlanta predicts sunny skies with occasional heavy showers over the next few days, including brisk temperatures and a likelihood of snow showers near the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday.

The East Point Water Infrastructure Enhancement Act, part of a larger bill and led by U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff, has been signed into law to upgrade water infrastructure in East Point, Georgia.

The GBI is investigating an aggravated assault in Americus, involving a man with gunshot wounds and suspect Joseph Sales.