Newton County invites residents to recycle their Christmas trees through the 'Bring One for the Chipper' program from Dec 26 to Jan 4, excluding certain holidays.

Tahnicia Phillips was sworn in as Cobb County's Clerk of State Court after a career in the local judicial system, joined by Deputy Clerk Alisha Hargett.

Cobb County offers a tree recycling program post-Christmas, enabling residents to drop off their live trees for mulching and wildlife habitats, excluding flocked trees or wreaths. Free saplings will be distributed on January 4, 2025.

Theresa Austin-Gibbons is the new interim Commissioner of Atlanta's ADOLES, following John Flanagan's impactful tenure, as the city progresses in workforce development and employment programs.

Peter Thomas, ex-husband of "RHOA" star Cynthia Bailey, has been sentenced to 18 months in federal prison for tax fraud, including $2.5 million in IRS restitution.

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is gearing up for 3.7 million travelers over the holidays, suggesting early arrival for flights and advising on parking and transportation options.

A manhunt in Georgia for Ira Troy Williams, who shot a K-9 and is wanted for murder, has been scaled back. The K-9 is now recovering. Williams remains at large and is considered armed and dangerous.

The search for Rodney Freeman, wanted for a sexual assault of a 17-year-old in McDonough, intensifies as police seek public assistance. Freeman, a Navy JROTC instructor, is also reported missing.

Atlanta Police discovered the body of a missing 83-year-old man at 3646 Hogan Dr. SW, launching a homicide investigation to determine the cause of death.

Sandy Springs opens Spruill Lane, a new road named after a historic local family, aiming to alleviate congestion in a busy traffic area and improve travel.

DeKalb County Police are seeking public assistance in finding 11-year-old Elijah, last seen in the Piccadilly Place area, described as having brown eyes and black hair, and wearing a black hoodie, polka-dot sweatpants, and yellow shoes.

Sherrie Crisp of Fayetteville's HR Department attained the Certified Human Resources Manager designation, marking a significant achievement in her career and highlighting the city's commitment to staff development.

The Milton PRAB met to discuss after-school program logistics, adopt-a-trail initiatives, park enhancement plans, and the Deerfield Implementation Plan, with the meeting being publicly streamed.