Georgia Governor Kemp appoints Lt. Col. Josh Lamb as new GEMA/HS director, succeeding Chris Stallings. Lamb has extensive law enforcement experience and education in justice and public administration.

The Roswell community is mourning Officer Jeremy Labonte, killed on duty, with a funeral at Roswell United Methodist Church. Edward Espinoza faces charges for the shooting.

Spelman College instructor Joycelyn Wilson was found dead at Lake Oconee, and Westminster coach Gary Jones remains missing after an empty boat was found circling the lake. The search continues under challenging weather conditions.

The Gone With the Wind Museum in Marietta is hosting "Children's Day at the Museum" with family activities and a book signing by author Emily Matheis.

A 5-year-old girl died and two were critically injured in a shooting in Americus, Georgia. Ricky Martin, 19, has been charged with Felony Murder and other counts.

Officers responded to a single-vehicle crash in Atlanta, finding an unresponsive man who died despite revival attempts; the cause of death is under investigation.

The Lawrenceville City Council will discuss a resolution on February 12 to expand city boundaries, potentially adding 19,000 residents and 5,700 parcels to the city.

A man was killed and another injured in a shooting on Chappell Road NW, Atlanta. Police are investigating the incident that occurred shortly after midnight on February 9th.

Police activity surged in Snellville following a carjacking at CVS with two children inside; the children were found safe, the thief remains at large.

Tyshier Denike, 21, has been arrested for the October 5th homicide in Atlanta, facing murder and other charges. He was caught with inter-agency assistance and awaits legal proceedings.

Athens hosts a "Journey Through Black History Tour," a two-hour bus tour highlighting the resilience and impact of the local Black community on February 23.

FREYR Battery has canceled plans for a $2.6 billion plant in Georgia, affecting local job prospects and economic growth, despite state efforts to recover invested funds.

Two more measles cases are confirmed in Atlanta; both patients are unvaccinated relatives of a January case. Health officials urge vaccination and vigilance.