Judge Ann Harris ruled the BOC District 2 Commissioner seat vacant, affirming that Commissioner Richardson does not reside within the appropriate district under the current map.

The Atlanta Police Department has increased security for the Peach Bowl, deploying more officers and specialized units, especially in downtown and midtown areas, following an incident in New Orleans.

A 23-year-old man was shot and sustained non-life-threatening injuries on New Year's Eve in Atlanta; details of the incident remain limited as police investigate.

A New Year's Day shooting at Lacura Bar and Bistro in Atlanta left one man dead and two injured following an argument that escalated outside the venue.

A triple shooting outside Lacuna Bar and Bistro in Atlanta on New Year's Day resulted in one dead and two injured, with ongoing investigations and no suspects yet identified.

A man was arrested for allegedly trying to smuggle contraband into Washington State Prison, facing multiple felony charges, including a previous investigation on similar charges.

Atlanta police are investigating a New Year's Eve shooting at The Reserve at Hollywood Apartments involving a love triangle, where a 28-year-old mother was killed.

A man died in Cherokee County after a tree fell on his car. Firefighters extricated him but he later succumbed to his injuries at North Fulton Hospital.

Atlanta opens a warming center at Central Park Recreation Center to protect the homeless from cold weather, with operations from January 1-5 and transportation provided by Fulton County.

D'quan Prebble was arrested after a domestic dispute in Sandy Springs where he allegedly threatened to shoot people, including a child, and was later found by police in a wooded area.

Atlanta Police are investigating a shooting on Leesburg Court SW, where a 17-year-old girl was shot in the leg on New Year's Eve. She's hospitalized and stable; no suspects or motive yet.

Nicole Love Hendrickson was ceremonially sworn in for her second term as Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners Chairwoman, continuing her efforts for inclusivity.

Commissioner Tashé Allen hosts a Community Meeting on January 28 at Flint River Community Center to discuss local initiatives and engage with District 3 residents.