Metro Atlanta and Santa Cruz prepare for Martin Luther King Jr. Day with events ranging from a weeklong series of festivities to marches and community service projects to honor the civil rights leader's legacy.

A judge dismissed a suit seeking to disqualify Georgia's Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones over his role as a Trump elector, with plaintiff Richard Rose considering an appeal.

State Sen. Shawn Still opposes an August trial date for election interference charges, arguing it would interfere with his re-election campaign. He faces racketeering and other charges but pleads not guilty.

Vice President Kamala Harris is slated to make her 10th visit to Atlanta since taking office, with plans to arrive in the city on January 9...

The Atlanta Police Department received an $89,426.56 grant to combat DUIs and aggressive driving as part of the H.E.A.T. initiative from the Governor's Office of Highway Safety.

Judge Steven Jones upholds Georgia's new voting maps, fulfilling a mandate for increased Black representation, amid criticism for not solving racial bias issues.

Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger is advocating for harsher penalties for "swatting," seeking legislative action in response to recent incidents affecting public figures.

Georgia schedules special elections for February 13 to fill legislative seats: Senate District 30, after Mike Dugan's congressional bid, and House District 125, following Barry Fleming's judicial appointment.

David Hannah was sworn in as the first African-American mayor of Wrens, Georgia, with plans to attract businesses, invest in housing, and reduce crime.

Georgia Governor Brian Kemp is set to deliver the 2024 State of the State Address on January 11, outlining policy priorities for the new legislative session.

Atlanta Police report public safety improvements with a decline in violent crime, successful operations against guns, gangs, and drugs, enhanced community engagement, and technological advances in policing.

Two Georgia Democrats, Reps. Doug Stoner and Gregg Kennard, announced they won't run for reelection after redistricting paired them with fellow Democrats.

Georgia anticipates a budget surplus, allowing for potential public sector raises and further tax cuts, with $11 billion in reserve and a $5.4 billion rainy day fund. Governor Kemp hints at favorable fiscal news ahead.