U.S. Attorney Peter D. Leary announced he will resign from the Middle District of Georgia to join an Atlanta law firm and will be succeeded by Shanelle Booker.

U.S. Attorney Jill E. Steinberg of the Southern District of Georgia announced her resignation effective January 17, 2025, consistent with tradition during administrative changes.

The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners has adopted a $2.67 billion budget for 2025, with $2.11 billion for operations and $555 million for capital improvements.

Atlanta's Chief Procurement Officer, Jaideep Majumdar, resigns, and Chandra Houston steps in as Interim Chief Procurement Officer with a strong legal and procurement background.

Geoff Duncan, former Lt. Gov. of Georgia, has been expelled from the state Republican Party for alleged disloyalty.

Eshé Collins was ceremonially sworn into the Atlanta City Council after winning a special election runoff in December and is now serving on its Public Safety Committee.

Mark Cheatham was ceremonially sworn in as Acworth's Police Chief, with support from family, community, and former chiefs, marking a new era of leadership.

Butts County seeks contractors for SPLOST 8 building projects, issuing a Request for Qualifications/Proposal with a February 25 deadline for submissions.

MARTA advises mourners at The Carter Center to not bring bags or prohibited items, as they won't be returned, and prepares for high attendance at President Carter's memorial.

Fayetteville hosts a town hall on Jan 21 to discuss Georgia House Bill 581, impacting property taxes and local government revenue, with a presentation and Q&A session.

Chatham County has made improvements in public safety, parks and recreation, mosquito control, workplace safety, election integrity, voter services, climate initiatives, and fiscal responsibility, aiming for strategic growth and community support.

U.S. Attorney Ryan K. Buchanan announced his resignation after serving since 2022, highlighting key legal achievements and office initiatives during his tenure.

Atlanta continues to offer diversion services after Partners for Home suspended partnership despite a new contract, and the city’s HOPE team steps in as an interim measure while they seek a new service provider.