Carroll County waste facilities will close on Christmas and New Year's Day, with a brief interruption also on Christmas Eve, and will reopen the following days.

DeKalb County Police partner with Macy's for a "Shop with a Cop" event on December 19, benefiting 30 children selected to pick gifts, fostering community relations.

Douglasville, Georgia receives the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the GFOA for its 2025 budget, emphasizing the city's commitment to strong budgeting practices.

Fulton County Sheriff Patrick Labat will pay $43,000 for campaign finance violations from his 2020 election, including not reporting expenditures and undisclosed business interests.

Brookhaven halts Google Fiber work after a crew struck a gas main, following numerous complaints about construction-related issues. Safety reassessment is required before work can continue.

The Atlanta Police confirmed Oreanna Meriweather and her son Regal Funderburg, missing from their home, were safely found. Details on their disappearance and return are undisclosed.

Gwinnett County announces upcoming swearing-in ceremonies for newly elected officials, including Commissioner Kirkland Carden and Superior Court Judge Kimberly A. Gallant, with media invited to attend.

The GBI is investigating a fatal officer-involved shooting in Ringgold, GA, after authorities responded to a firearm discharge and a deputy was injured.

A suspect was arrested in Meriwether County after a Fort Eisenhower fatal shooting prompted a vehicle pursuit and lockdown of the base. The identity of the suspect and victim remain undisclosed.

Residents rally against BioLab in Rockdale County, demanding the shutdown after an independent EPA whistleblower found cancer-causing chemicals post-fire.

Edward Huffman is set for a court appearance regarding charges of sexual assault and rape from at least seven victims, after allegedly drugging and filming the acts.

Milton's Open House event displayed future development plans for Deerfield, facilitating community feedback on proposed trail loops and area improvements.

The DeKalb County Board of Ethics will hold a public meeting to discuss administrative matters, potential ethics code revisions, a case hearing, and other issues on December 19, 2024.