Sen. Jaha Howard introduced Senate Bill 464 to prevent federal agencies from using biometric technology for immigration status checks, aiming to protect immigrant privacy rights.

DeKalb County's sanitation services will be rescheduled due to Presidents Day, with no collections on Feb. 16 and a one-day delay for the rest of the week.

Clayton County invites community input on local parks at an advisory board meeting on February 16, 2026, at the Virginia Gray Recreation Center and via Zoom.

The Northern District of Georgia U.S. Attorney's Office collected over $77 million through fines and forfeitures in 2025, aiding victims and law enforcement.

Christopher Bass is the new Director of Recreation, Parks, and Cultural Affairs for DeKalb County, bringing years of leadership experience from past roles.

Atlanta Mission is under contract to buy a 15.5-acre Bankhead parcel and plans to reserve about eight acres for a homeless campus while converting the rest to affordable housing.

Conyers is hosting an Arbor Day celebration with activities and free saplings at Big Haynes Creek Nature Center, including a tree planting and a "Treasures in the Trees" scavenger hunt.

The Marietta History Center hosts a Pop-In event on Feb 21st celebrating Black inventors, featuring activities and crafts. Admission is free, sponsored by Cauthorn, Owen, and Sanders.

MEC discusses Birmingham Park's future and cleanup efforts encouraging community participation, with a meeting on February 11 and cleanup on February 28.

Dunwoody earns its 14th Tree City USA title, continuing its commitment to urban forestry and sustainability with a Georgia Arbor Day tree planting event.

Cobb County is opening its 2027 HUD Grant Application Cycle, offering federal funds for community initiatives targeting low- and moderate-income residents. Workshops are available to aid applicants.

The USAF Thunderbirds will perform at the Wings Over North Georgia Air Show in Rome, due to a new $5.7 million runway extension at Richard B. Russell Airport. The event will also feature other aerial acts and a community engagement program.

Mario Merriweather received an 11-year sentence for an armed robbery at a Fort Oglethorpe fast-food restaurant, where he corralled employees into a freezer.