Robert L. Gordon was appointed Director of Public Works for DeKalb County by CEO Lorraine Cochran-Johnson, bringing over 40 years of experience to the role.

A severe ice storm in northeast Georgia has caused widespread power outages, particularly in Habersham County, with 1,000 trees down. Crews work to restore power and clear roads.

Mark Farmer has been appointed as Milton's Division Director of Economic Development, tasked with encouraging commercial growth that fits with local values and needs. He brings extensive experience to this pivotal role.

A judge denied bond for Sarah Grace Patrick, accused of fatally shooting her parents, citing flight risk and public safety. Her trial is postponed to August for a forensic neuropsychology report.

A Lithonia man, Brandon Walker, has been arrested on charges of statutory rape and child molestation involving a 15-year-old girl. He is being held without bond.

The Georgia HOA, COA, and POA Day at the Capitol event, addressing homeowner association issues, has been moved to February 10, 2026, due to bad weather.

Actor Quinton Aaron, known for "The Blind Side," is on life support in Atlanta with a blood infection. He collapsed at home last week but is stable and communicative. A GoFundMe seeks aid for his medical costs.

An underground fire in Midtown Atlanta and a tree falling on power lines in Gwinnett County both caused significant power outages, disrupting residents' lives.

Milton's first responders and public works crews worked tirelessly through an ice storm, ensuring safety and road access, with community cooperation reducing accident rates.

Torchy's Tacos closes its Atlanta location, part of a larger wave of nationwide shutdowns, while expressing gratitude to staff and guests. The brand, known for its Tex-Mex cuisine, refocuses its strategy.

Monroe police are investigating an early Sunday shooting, which killed Teonia Stokes and injured Curdarious Williams, urging witnesses to assist with unkown motive.

The final week of January in Atlanta is expected to be cold with brisk winds, highs around the 40s, and a chance of snow showers on Friday and Saturday.

A person was injured after a tree fell on their Sandy Springs home during a winter storm, causing non-life-threatening injuries. Over 100,000 Georgia residents lost power, but crews restored it to most.