Sen. Larry Walker III is appointed Vice Chair of NCOIL's Property and Casualty Insurance Committee, ready to address industry issues impacting families and businesses.

Councilman M. Carlyle Kent is hosting a town hall meeting for Marietta Ward 5 at Fire Station 51 on February 6, 2025, at 6:30 PM to discuss local matters and engage with residents.

A man was fatally shot at 925 Conley Road SE, prompting an investigation by the Atlanta Police Department’s Homicide Unit. His identity has yet to be released.

Atlanta's weather outlook includes mostly cloudy skies today with a high of 40°F, clearing tonight to 25°F. The weekend will be sunny, reaching 47°F. Rain is possible Sunday night into Monday, with drier weather by Tuesday and highs in the mid-50s.

Ferma Corporation is set to begin demolition at the former Atlanta Medical Center site, with redevelopment plans for a mixed-use district including housing and retail.

A former Towns County deputy, Austin Bradburn, was arrested by the GBI for allegedly fabricating a story about being shot during a traffic stop. He faces charges of filing a false report and oath violation.

Carrollton Police are seeking a hoax caller after fake emergency calls led to forced entry into apartments, with no real threat found. They will pursue charges once the individual is identified.

Two Morgan County Middle School students died in an ATV accident, with their community in Georgia mourning. Counselors are available for support as the investigation continues.

Carroll County is updating its Hazard Mitigation Plan and encourages community participation through a public hearing and online feedback to strengthen disaster preparedness and maintain federal funding eligibility.

The Douglas County Board of Commissioners in Georgia moves to online meetings via Zoom due to a state of emergency from severe weather, ensuring continued governance and public safety.

Gwinnett County, Georgia, has formed an Opioid Abatement Advisory Committee to address opioid addiction with funds from pharmaceutical lawsuit settlements.

Fulton County Public Works provides advice on preventing pipes from freezing, including dripping faucets, opening cabinet doors, insulating exposed pipes, and knowing the main shut-off valve.

Gwinnett County experiences a severe weather shutdown, affecting public services, with essential operations continuing and warming stations open for those in need.