Grill use on an apartment porch caused a fire in Gwinnett County, displacing 13 residents, but resulted in no injuries. Firefighters limited the damage to two units.

An Atlanta family's home was destroyed in a fire that began in the carport, leaving them homeless post-Christmas; the cause and their future remain uncertain.

Athens-Clarke County launches a service to collect deceased animals of certain sizes from public places, urging residents to contact Solid Waste Department for this purpose.

Atlanta's weather forecast includes sunshine and showers as New Year approaches, with varying temperatures and wind speeds as per the National Weather Service.

Former 'Big Brother' contestant Michaela "Mickey" Lee passed away after a severe health battle due to flu complications. Her death was confirmed on Instagram by her family.

Three people died in Georgia crashes during the Christmas travel period, and state troopers arrested 38 for DUI, according to preliminary DPS reports.

Former Atlanta Housing executive Tracy Jones is expected to plead guilty to charges including defrauding government funds from Section 8 and COVID-19 relief programs.

Eight-year-old Kayla Frazier spent Christmas hospitalized after being hit by a car in Atlanta, requiring two surgeries and rehabilitation to walk again.

Georgia reports "high" flu activity, with a notable increase in cases and hospitalizations. A new, less vaccine-responsive strain, Influenza A subclade K, raises concerns, but vaccination is still urged for prevention.

A 67-year-old woman was fatally shot on Christmas Eve in Atlanta; her son noted her recent mental health struggles. Her identity and shooter remain unknown.

A man was hospitalized with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound on Christmas Eve; police are investigating as details of the shooting remain unclear.

A Gwinnett County nail salon employee was charged with false imprisonment of a minor after pulling a child back into the shop during a payment dispute.

A court ruled that Georgia's Election Board can access Fulton County's 2020 ballots after officials admitted to procedural lapses in vote verification.