A Georgia Bureau of Investigation probe led to the arrest of Shantokeo Rolax, a Coffee County Sheriff's investigator, on multiple charges including Harassing Communications and False Statements.

Leisure Services Department hosting a free winter outdoor movie night featuring "Dr. Seuss' The Grinch" at Sandy Creek Park on December 19 with gates opening at 5:15 p.m.

John Siggers, owner of Siggers Hairdressers in Georgia, faces sexual battery charges and a lawsuit alleging sexual harassment and assault at his salon.

Authorities have suspended the search for missing SMU law professor Charles Hosch, who vanished while hiking in Georgia, despite extensive efforts involving various search teams.

Search efforts intensify for Jeffrey Epps, a 15-year-old non-verbal autistic boy missing in Baldwin County, with multiple agencies and extensive resources, including drones and helicopters, involved.

Chilly temperatures continue in Atlanta with highs near 50 degrees and brisk winds. Nights will drop to around 30 degrees. The weekend sees a slight warm-up with chances of showers starting Saturday night.

Georgia Senator Jason Anavitarte plans to dedicate an intersection to Sgt Major John Barry Dean, honoring his military and educational service in Paulding County.

The GBI is investigating an officer-involved shooting in Lagrange, GA, where Cody Porter was shot in the leg but sustained non-life-threatening injuries after allegedly throwing a machete at police.

An officer and civilian were injured in a DeKalb County, GA, shooting involving police. The GBI is investigating, and Shkinnia Patrice Thomas faces multiple charges.

Georgia's Senate has proposed strategies to combat school absenteeism, including prevention, real-time data use, and upgraded school environments, after consulting with stakeholders.

Georgia's State Senate committee made recommendations to improve transition services for foster youth, focusing on housing, education, employment, and complex issues support.

Athens-Clarke County announces holiday schedule changes, including closures for animal services, leisure facilities, waste management, and limited transit services for Thanksgiving. Emergency animal services available via 911.

Dunwoody's Holiday Lights celebration adds a cosmic theme, turning Brook Run Park into a Cosmic Wonderland with over 100,000 lights and a range of activities starting December 2.