A man died in Cherokee County after a tree fell on his car. Firefighters extricated him but he later succumbed to his injuries at North Fulton Hospital.

Atlanta opens a warming center at Central Park Recreation Center to protect the homeless from cold weather, with operations from January 1-5 and transportation provided by Fulton County.

Nicole Love Hendrickson was ceremonially sworn in for her second term as Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners Chairwoman, continuing her efforts for inclusivity.

Commissioner Tashé Allen hosts a Community Meeting on January 28 at Flint River Community Center to discuss local initiatives and engage with District 3 residents.

A nonprofit supports two Georgia 911 dispatchers, Keisha Archer and another, whose homes were destroyed by fires in December. Fundraisers aid their recovery.

Douglas County Courthouse and administrative offices will close for New Year's Day and resume services on January 2nd, 2025, as confirmed by the county's website.

Conyers, in collaboration with partners, offers a Christmas tree recycling program where residents can drop off live, undecorated trees for eco-friendly repurposing.

BeyondTrust, a cybersecurity firm from Johns Creek, is at the center of an investigation into a breach of the U.S. Treasury by Chinese hackers using a compromised digital key. The extent and impact of the stolen documents are yet to be disclosed.

The Church St Farmers Market in Douglasville received a regional award from the Georgia Business Journal, served 7,149 customers, provided SNAP/EBT benefits, and generated over $91,000 for local vendors.

Clayton County will host a townhall on digital equity on Jan. 10, 2025, where residents can discuss challenges and contribute ideas for digital access and inclusion.

Douglasville announces changes in trash pickup due to the New Year's Day and Martin Luther King Jr. Day holidays, with garbage collection moved to the following day for each holiday.

Cobb County offers a recycling program for live Christmas trees, excluding flocked trees and wreaths. Residents can also obtain free saplings and volunteer to help.

Douglasville city offices, including City Hall and other facilities, will be closed for New Year's Day, but police will remain active. Updates on sanitation services are available online, and contact can be made via (770) 920-3005.