Douglas County Courthouse and admin offices will close Dec 24-26 for Christmas, but the Tax Commissioner's Office will open on Dec 26. No specific reason for the varied closures was given.

A Cobb County house fire displaced four people and injured a firefighter. The blaze began in a garage early Monday morning. The cause is under investigation, and a family cat is missing.

Douglas E. Smith shot himself at Atlanta's airport, facing felony charges. He was conscious after the incident and received medical attention. Operations at the airport continued normally.

Ashley Wasielewski suffered severe burns from a chemical attack in Forsyth Park, Savannah; local police and FBI investigate, seeking public footage to find the assailant. A GoFundMe raises funds for her care.

100 animals were rescued by Hall County Animal Services from a hoarding situation in Gainesville, with all animals receiving veterinary care at the shelter.

Woodstock defines an e-bike as a bicycle with electric assistance meeting certain specs under Georgia law, differentiating them from more powerful e-cycles that resemble mopeds or motorcycles.

Atlanta opens warming centers in response to cold weather, ensuring residents have a place to stay warm with designated locations and arranged transportation.

State Senator Carden Summers reflected on Georgia's economic resilience with record business investments, despite federal instability, and highlighted challenges in economic uncertainty and energy demands.

The Georgia Senate Study Committee recommends stronger online protections for children, highlighting issues with current laws and children spending ~5 hours daily on phones.

Atlanta enforces a construction moratorium to ease holiday travel from Dec 23-28, 2025, and Dec 31, 2025-Jan 2, 2026, pausing lane and sidewalk closures.

David Burge is appointed the new Commissioner for Georgia's Department of Revenue, succeeding Frank O'Connell. Burge will start on February 16, 2026, bringing extensive legal and civic experience to the role.

Commissioner Tashe' Allen hosts a ClaytonConnected Mobile Office Hours at the Jim Huie Recreation Center on January 14, 2026, for District 3 constituents. No appointment is necessary.

The Snellville Senior Center has rebranded as the Active Adult Center to better align with its dynamic community, serving individuals 50+. Programs and fees remain the same, with the center highlighting its appeal to younger seniors.