Eric Jerome Tooley, with a criminal past, pleaded guilty to illegal firearm possession as a felon. He could face 15 years to life in prison after discharging a weapon in a Georgia store. His sentencing date is pending.

Georgia's House Bill 1013, introduced to make lemon pepper the state's official chicken wing flavor, showcases the local staple's cultural significance.

A toddler and woman were shot in their Clayton County home; police are searching for the shooter behind the stray bullets. Both victims required hospital treatment.

Four people were found shot dead in Lawrenceville, and a suspect, believed to be a relative, is in custody. Unharmed children at the scene called 911.

The City of Woodstock is preparing for severe winter weather with an organized response, prioritizing road safety and effective emergency services operation.

A fire erupted in a dumpster at Dillard's in the Mall of Georgia and spread to the building, triggering an evacuation and a response from firefighters who extinguished it without injuries.

Atlanta faces a series of weather changes, including showers leading to freezing rain with a 100% chance of precipitation tonight and thunderstorms possible Sunday. Conditions improve with mostly sunny skies midweek.

The Atlanta Track Club is holding a contest for artists to design the Peachtree Road Race T-shirt, with a prize of $8,700. Designs must be human-created and submitted by February 20.

HBCUs like Morehouse and Morris Brown in Atlanta operate normally after receiving hoax threats linked to white supremacy. All-clear given post-investigations.

Sen. Donzella James is hosting "HOA, COA, and POA Day" to hear homeowners' concerns and has introduced bills for transparency and better protections. The event at the Georgia State Capitol is open to the public.

Georgia's Agriculture Commissioner, Tyler J. Harper, has issued a warning for residents to prepare for extreme cold, with emphasis on animal safety and food facility operations ahead of an expected winter storm.

A motorcyclist suffered serious injuries after a collision with a Chrysler Pacifica near Johnson Ferry Road in Cobb County. Police are investigating the crash and asking witnesses to come forward.

Atlanta Police reported a 7% crime decrease in 2025, with homicides dropping and a 77.55% clearance rate for crimes. The details are available via a video and PowerPoint on APD's platforms.