DeKalb County Officer Tiaja Gilliam is recovering after a fire left her homeless, with the community rallying to support her through donations and empathy.

Tuskegee University's police chief, Kareem Easley, is on leave following a DUI arrest; an internal review is underway while Assistant Chief Darrius Jones serves as acting chief.

A UGA freshman suffered a traumatic brain injury and multiple fractures in a ski accident in Colorado, with his mother expressing both her shock and his determination to recover.

Atlanta's week features variable weather, from fog and sunny days to cloudy skies with chances of showers and mild temperatures ranging from the low 60s to low 70s. Winds remain calm with some gusts midweek.

A shooting in Atlanta wounded two, with police responding near 403 James P. Brawley Drive NW. The victims had serious gunshot injuries but were responsive. Police are investigating and seek help with the case.

Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens kicks off his second term with inaugural events focused on community service and unity from January 3-5, including service projects, interfaith services, and a swearing-in ceremony.

Georgia officials conducted a compliance sweep in Worth County to ensure that local businesses do not sell hemp-derived THC products or alcohol to minors. Seven out of 17 businesses failed the checks.

Mableton, Georgia, has become a city, expanding its team to 60 members and planning further growth in 2026, despite lacking a property tax for funding essential services like public safety.

A rideshare driver was shot in the back and drove himself to the hospital; Atlanta Police are investigating the incident, which occurred early New Year's Day. No arrests yet.

The article details Atlanta's weeklong weather forecast, including cloudy skies, intermittent showers, and varying temperatures from the low 40s to the 70s as per the National Weather Service.

A resident in White County is hospitalized with burns after a fire on New Year's Eve destroyed their mobile home and cars; the fire's cause is under investigation.

A Conyers officer was injured after being dragged by a suspect's vehicle during a stop. The suspect, William Cornelius, was later apprehended and faces multiple charges. Both the officer and Cornelius sustained non-life-threatening injuries.

A man was arrested in Rome for kidnapping his own 5-month-old son from a hotel. The child was safely recovered, and the suspect is held without bond. Further details remain undisclosed.