A vigil was held in DeKalb County to honor Sheriff-elect Derwin Brown, who was killed in 2000. Brown's political opponent was convicted for the murder. A special about the case is now streaming.

Clayton County Parks and Recreation is hosting a Noon Year's Eve Celebration for families on December 31, 2026, featuring festive activities for free.

Milton Fire Station 44 held its annual Pancake Breakfast with Santa, drawing 1,200 attendees for pancakes, crafts, and photos with Santa and "Frozen" characters.

A child in DeKalb County shot herself by accident, leading to her father's arrest for reckless conduct and child cruelty. She's in stable condition. Police offer free gun safes to prevent such incidents.

Atlanta police arrested Daniel McCall after a standoff at a hotel when he refused to leave his room and threatened officers, necessitating a SWAT intervention. No firearm was found and McCall faces several charges.

The GBI is investigating the death of Antonio Thornton Jr., found with a gunshot wound in Bloomingdale, and is urging the public to provide any relevant information.

Atlanta anticipates varied weather with sunshine and showers; National Weather Service predicts a comfortable sunny day, turning partly cloudy with a low of 33 degrees tonight.

Sen. Bill Cowsert’s committee will hear testimony from DA Fani Willis on Dec 17 at the State Capitol, with live streaming available. Public and media are invited to attend for transparency in Fulton County's judicial issues.

The Georgia Senate Study Committee on Improving Family Caregiver Services, led by Sen. Harold Jones II, has made recommendations to support family caregivers, including expansions to state programs and a pilot for older caregivers.

Clayton County opened youth track and field and soccer registrations, with a December 31 deadline. Spaces are filling fast and details are available online.

A fire at Las Palmas Apartments in Gwinnett County displaced approximately 30 residents, with no smoke alarms reportedly in the affected units. The cause is under investigation.

Retired officer Robert Muth was fatally struck by a vehicle while directing traffic at the Cumming Christmas parade in Georgia.

Atlanta opens warming centers in anticipation of cold temperatures, offering shelter starting December 14, with transportation arrangements from the Gateway Center.