Judge A. Gregory Poole of the Cobb Judicial Circuit is set to retire on January 2, 2026, after serving as both a Superior Court and Juvenile Court Judge for a combined 23 years.

Georgia State Rep. Sharon Henderson arrested on charges of pandemic unemployment fraud, facing multiple counts related to theft and making false statements.

A man was fatally shot outside a Palmetto Bojangles in a confrontation involving his daughter; a suspect, Maurice Nolan Evans, has been charged with murder.

A dispute at a Griffin eatery escalated into a fatal shooting. A man died from a gunshot wound to the neck. Daulton Statham, 25, has been charged with murder.

A fire in a Midtown Atlanta apartment, contained to one unit, prompted evacuations. One resident was displaced, with no injuries reported. Cause is under investigation; Red Cross is aiding.

Sen. Davenport is hosting a free holiday concert featuring performances by students from the Kay R. Pace School of the Arts at the Georgia State Capitol.

Georgia's tax revenue saw a slight increase in November, with a rise of 0.9% from the prior year, yet faced a decrease when accounting for the one-time motor fuel tax suspension.

The MUST Ministries Hope House in Marietta is providing a warming station and meals on select December days for those affected by the cold with required arrival by 8 p.m.

Man arrested for killing two senior women in Coweta County; admitted to crime at the scene. No details on the assault motive or weapon used. Investigation ongoing.

Dense morning fog in Atlanta will clear by 10 am, followed by cloudy skies and a high of 52 degrees. Showers are expected overnight with a 70% chance of rain, cooling to 42 degrees.

Police in Sandy Springs shot and killed LaAndre Marktanne Thomas after he allegedly drew a weapon; details are limited and investigations are ongoing.

MARTA will introduce 30 new American-made buses, funded by a $20.7 million federal grant, as part of efforts to improve Atlanta's transportation services.

Clayton County hosts a holiday event for the neurodiverse community on December 19 at the Jim Huie Recreation Center, encouraging inclusive celebrations.