Connie Alsobrook became the first female and Black mayor of Conyers, Georgia, in a ceremony witnessed by the community, highlighting a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Myra Orsborn is named the new Deputy Director of Women's Services at the Georgia Department of Corrections, bringing her extensive experience within the agency to the role.

Warden Meosha McMillan is promoted within the Georgia Department of Corrections, bringing extensive experience to her new role as Coordinator of Field Operations Risk Management and Standards.

DeKalb for Seniors Inc. hosts a 1920s-themed murder mystery dinner on February 13 to raise funds for senior programs.

Former National Park Service worker Donny Campbell pleaded guilty to stealing $40,000 via false overtime claims at Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park.

Delvin Peoples is appointed as the new Warden of Macon State Prison, with a career in corrections starting in 2006 and diverse roles leading up to this position.

The Atlanta weather forecast predicts a mix of rain, sunshine, and gusty winds for the upcoming week, with temperatures fluctuating between the high 20s and low 70s.

Aiyesha Johnson was promoted to Deputy Warden of Administration at Ware State Prison, starting January 16, 2026, overseeing business operations such as property and food services.

Four individuals received life sentences for a murder in Chickamauga on Halloween 2024 after evidence from social media and a GBI forensic analysis linked them to the crime.

Samantha Carter is named Deputy Warden of Administration at Augusta State Medical Prison, overseeing operational departments starting January 16, 2026.

Georgia's unemployment rate rose slightly to 3.5% in November 2025, remaining below the national average. Job gains in several sectors offset declines in others, and the labor force grew, reflecting a mixed but stable job market.

A bomb scare at LaGrange College was a false alarm caused by a theater prop mistaken for an explosive. No danger was present as students were on break.

Police are seeking a man who stole keys from a Gwinnett County car dealership and may be involved in similar crimes across multiple counties. The public is warned he might be armed.