Marietta schedules City Council committee meetings for January 27, 2026, at 5:15 PM, to be held at City Hall with online live broadcast available. Public engagement is encouraged, including a post-meeting discussion period.

Marietta Theatre Company opens its season with "Little Shop of Horrors," a dark comedy musical about a man and his bloodthirsty plant, running from January 22-31.

The Hosea Helps festival in Atlanta honored MLK Jr. Day with acts of service and celebrated Hosea Williams' 100th birthday, providing meals and health services to residents.

Senator Kim Jackson plans to unveil new legislation to allow gun violence victims to break leases without penalty, offering them a chance to relocate for recovery.

Georgia's Suzanna's Kitchen recalls 13,720 pounds of chicken over Listeria concerns; no illness reports confirmed. Products were distributed across seven states.

A fire occurred at Cook Brothers Funeral Directors in Fairburn; the owner saved the remains inside. One person was treated for smoke inhalation; the fire's cause is under investigation.

Residents in metro Atlanta experienced a brief snowfall that quickly melted, with minimal impact on traffic and roads. Temperatures are expected to rise, reducing any remaining snow.

Atlanta opens warming centers to shelter residents from the cold, with specific operating times through Tuesday and special provisions for women and children.

Milton's City Council is having a packed meeting to discuss transportation projects and a mixed-use development proposal, as well as initiating a 5-year Comprehensive Plan update.

Nicole Love Hendrickson is the Grand Marshal for the 2026 Martin Luther King Jr. Day Parade in Gwinnett County, reflecting King's values in building community nonviolently.

Mayor Alsobrook attended the Georgia Chamber's Eggs and Issues Breakfast, discussing local priorities with state leaders to advance collaboration and address statewide challenges.

Sen. Jason T. Dickerson secures key committee appointments, aiming to impact the 21st Senate District with a focus on families, veterans, and businesses.

Georgia State Senator Randy Robertson calls for Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger to comply with a DOJ voter list request, backing a resolution to urge cooperation.