Ebonyi Lawson, a 31-year-old woman from South Fulton, was found safe after going missing and calling 911 for help. Details on the incident remain unclear.

Two pilots sustained minor injuries in a DeKalb County plane crash; a Beechcraft B90 King Air had engine problems. No ground injuries reported; investigation ongoing.

13 people died in crashes during Christmas in Georgia, where police also made 239 DUI arrests and issued citations for distracted driving and seatbelt violations.

DeKalb County opens warming centers, coordinated by Frontline Response International, offering refuge from severe cold with 24-hour access and transportation.

Buddhist monks on a peace walk from Texas to D.C. were warmly received by hundreds in LaGrange, Georgia, on their 63rd day of the march. They aim to promote national healing and unity.

A child in Dallas was hospitalized with serious, potentially life-threatening injuries after their family dog bit them. The incident is under investigation.

Cobb County's MUST Ministries Hope House opens its warming station to shield the community from cold weather, offering shelter and services for three consecutive days and access to transit vouchers for those in need.

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.

Metro Atlanta and North Georgia feature New Year's Eve celebrations, and the annual 'Bring One for the Chipper' tree recycling program begins post-holidays.

Georgia will implement new laws on January 1, 2026, impacting home warranties, vehicle permits, tax savings, campaign disclosures, teledentistry, agency oversight, and litigation financing regulation.

Athens-Clarke County faced a week of traffic fatalities, including a crash that killed Dejon Ellis, 53, when his car hit a power pole. This raised the year's total to 10 fatal crashes and 14 deaths in the area.

Shaquille O'Neal was promoted to Chief of Community Relations in Henry County Sheriff's Office and praised for his significant community engagement efforts.

Cobb County's annual Bring One for the Chipper event offers Christmas tree recycling on January 3, helping the environment and improving local landscapes.