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Crime & Emergencies in ...
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.
Politics & Govt in ...
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.
Community & Society in ...
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.
Weather & Environment in ...
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.
Milton's Electronics Recycling Event provides eco-friendly disposal of electronic items on December 13 at Bell Memorial Park. Some items may require a fee.
Cobb County officials met with lawmakers to discuss legislative priorities such as NextGen 911, mental health reform, and land-use issues to ensure efficient governance and service delivery.
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