Woodstock officials took oaths during a council meeting; Mayor Caldwell swore in leaders for city positions and reinforced the importance of public trust.

Fayetteville City Council inducts new members Spurlock and Moultrie, reconfirms Glover, with Judge Thompson officiating the ceremony, and appoints Langford as Mayor Pro-Tem for 2026.

Cobb County Public Libraries will close for Martin Luther King Jr. Day and have announced future holiday closures for 2026. Digital services remain available.

DeKalb County opens warming centers due to severe cold, providing shelter and transportation for those in need, operating continuously on certain days.

Atlanta Mayor inaugurates Gilgal Village, a recovery initiative for women with addiction, focusing on non-medical rehabilitation in a supportive environment.

Athens-Clarke County Library hosts a session on lead safety and historic home preservation, featuring a presentation by Taneisha Brooks from Historic Athens.

Milton's Phillips Road will be reduced to one lane due to water main installation by Fulton County Water Services, causing potential traffic delays through mid-February.

Gwinnett County police identified the victim of a fatal January 11 shooting in Snellville as Abel Chavez and charged Derrick Thomas with felony murder and other crimes.

Macy's is closing its Northlake Mall store in Tucker as part of a broader plan to shutter around 150 stores by 2026, aiming to streamline operations and invest wisely.

Three inmates died and multiple were injured in a "possible riot" at Washington State Prison, prompting a response from local law enforcement and the Georgia Department of Corrections. The prison was locked down to manage the situation.

A teen was charged with murder after a fatal shooting in Palmetto; the victim died from a chest wound. Details remain limited as the investigation continues.

Dalton police investigate a fatal house fire, leading to a chase in Kentucky where the arson suspect died in a crash.

A woman was killed in a drive-by shooting at Gus Thornhill Funeral Home during a wake; police are investigating the "senseless act" and seeking suspects.