15 YO charged with killing his Uber driver
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Lawrenceville police have identified a suspect, 15-year-old Christian Simmons, in the murder of an Uber driver, Cesar Tejada.

Lawrenceville police talk about rideshare driver shooting
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Lawrenceville Police held a press conference on Friday morning to talk about the fatal shooting of a rideshare driver on Thursday. A 15-year-old has been arrested for the driver's murder. Both the victim and suspect were identified during press conference. 

Rideshare driver injured during Friday morning shooting in Atlanta

Atlanta Police are investigating a shooting that left a rideshare driver injured early Friday morning in northeast Atlanta.

Three Georgia Lottery players win $1M to start 2026

Three Georgia residents are starting the new year as millionaires after being selected in a special Georgia Lottery second-chance drawing held at the start of 2026.

Marietta Diner offers Greek favs and more
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Marietta Diner on Cobb Parkway is well-known for their Greek dishes, but they also offer a variety of other menu items and delicious desserts. Paul Milliken stopped by for a visit on Good Day Atlanta. 

Pike Nurseries talks about orchids
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Pike Nurseries joined Good Day Atlanta to talk about orchids on Jan. 2. 

Wisconsin dad goes viral on TikTok
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A Wisconsin dad looking to connect with his 3 teenage daughters turned to social media for help and he has now become a TikTok celebrity. 

Calm Over Chaos: Maisha Wynn
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Lifestyle expert Maisha Wynn joined Good Day Atlanta on Jan. 2 to talk about calm over chaos and not giving into the "new year, new you" pressure. 

Coca-Cola planning layoffs at its Atlanta headquarters

The Coca-Cola Co. is planning layoffs at its Atlanta corporate headquarters as part of an ongoing companywide restructuring effort.

Tuskegee University police chief arrested for DUI in Sandy Springs

Tuskegee University officials in Alabama say the school’s police chief has been placed on administrative leave following a DUI arrest in Georgia.

Buddhist monks continue walk through Walton County today
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A group of Buddhist monks continuing a months-long peace walk across the country will spend Friday walking through Walton County as they carry a message of mindfulness, compassion and unity through Georgia.

Registration open for free Construction Ready CareerExpo in February

Construction Ready will host its 2026 CareerExpo and SkillsUSA State Championships next month, bringing thousands of students to downtown Atlanta for hands-on learning and career exploration.

New Year’s Day fire with hazardous material contained in Baldwin

Fire crews from multiple agencies quickly contained a New Year’s Day structure fire in Baldwin, preventing damage to nearby homes and avoiding injuries, according to authorities.

African American Medu Bookstore to close after 35 years in Atlanta

A longtime African American–owned bookstore in Atlanta is preparing to close its doors after more than three decades serving the community.

Changes in 2026 that could impact your wallet
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President Trump may have signed his Big Beautiful Bill into law over the summer but many of the provisions are just now going into effect and they are expected to impact your wallet. Alex Whittler explains how. 

Mid-term mania beginning in Washington DC
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Democrats are hoping to take back the House during the 2026 midterms and the midterm mania has begun. 

Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens to begin 2nd term with 3-day celebration

Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens will be sworn in for a second term Monday as part of a three-day celebration centered on service and community involvement.

Mayor Andre Dickens to be sworn in for 2nd term
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Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens will be sworn in for a second term this weekend as part of a three-day celebration centered on service and community involvement.