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.

Milton imposes a 200-yard fireworks-free zone around equine properties during New Year's festivities to ensure animal safety, with a city map detailing restricted areas.

DeKalb County firefighter Eboni Kennedy lost a leg in a firetruck crash while responding to a call and is on the path to recovery with community support.

Two people were hospitalized after a non-fatal shooting at the Sonesta Select hotel in Gwinnett County; police are investigating with no arrests reported.

Two men in Georgia faced felony charges after riding mini-motorbikes through an elevator and busy shopping areas, endangering the public and damaging property.

DeKalb County CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson signs an order for post-pandemic work structure, emphasizing in-person services and allowing hybrid schedules.

DeKalb County held the Spirit of DeKalb Awards gala, honoring local heroes and raising funds to combat food insecurity, with special tributes to fallen officers.

DeKalb County's Director of Public Safety, Joseph H. "Jack" Lumpkin, Sr., will retire by December 31, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of enhancing public safety and strengthening community relations.

The article describes the weather forecast for Atlanta, highlighting sunny skies and moderate temperatures with some windy conditions as residents prepare for Christmas activities.