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MedShare is bringing its Mission to Atlanta back, giving people across the metro area a chance to make a global impact. The nonprofit collects surplus medical supplies and equipment that hospitals and clinics can no longer use and redistributes them to communities in need around the world. Organizers say anyone can help — by donating medical equipment, volunteering time, or supporting the mission financially. Medical professionals and facilities with unused but usable supplies are encouraged to get involved through MedShare.org.

In the absence of the annual Peach drop, we bring you some of the best celebrations Atlanta has to offer to ring in the new year. With adult and family-friendly options, we've got your plans.

Residents at The Veranda at Auburn Point are worried about ongoing safety concerns, elevator outages, and infestations. One 98-year-old resident said he manages, but others report being stranded on upper floors. Families say the issues have gone on for months and want urgent action to ensure residents’ safety.

A powerful moment of unity unfolded in Snellville on Dec. 31 as the group of Buddhist monks walking more than 2,300 miles for peace gathered with the community at a local temple. The monks paused their journey to speak and pray at a local temple. While there they were greeted by their fellow monk who was injured earlier in the walk, each stopping to offer flowers and prayers. A large crowd turned out in support, showing solidarity with the monks’ message of compassion, healing, and perseverance.

Ahead of the Sugar Bowl, fans of both teams predict the outcome of the game between the University of Georgia Bulldogs and the University of Mississippi Rebels at the Superdome in New Orleans on New Year's Day.

Several suspects are on the run after drilling into a bank vault with at least 35 million dollars' worth of money and valuables in Germany.

A federal advisory panel known as the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices is considering changes to the recommended childhood vaccination schedule — and the proposal is raising concerns among some doctors. Medical professionals say the discussions could impact how and when children receive routine vaccines, prompting debate within the healthcare community. 

Brandi Jackson is devastated after her 10-year-old son was killed in a hit-and-run just 9 months after losing her infant daughter to SIDS. We break down the police investigation to catch the driver and how you can help support the family to hold a memorial for 10-year-old Khaled.

The Peachtree City community is coming together to support Melodie and Wesley Woods during an overwhelming health crisis. Melodie, the primary caregiver for her husband who requires 24/7 care due to a neurological condition, has been diagnosed with aggressive salivary gland cancer. Doctors say she will need extensive surgery and long-term treatment. A GoFundMe has been launched to help cover the cost of round-the-clock care for Wesley while Melodie focuses on her fight for survival.

A trooper in Oklahoma was forced to stop a sleeping driver recently and it was caught on camera. The car was going about 40 miles per hour. The car's lane assist kept it on the road. The driver told the trooper he had just worked more than 20 hours. 

Residents of metro Atlanta and others lined the streets of Gwinnett County on Wednesday morning to watch the Walk for Peace monks walk to a Buddhist temple in Snellville where they will greet the public later today. 

Paulding County deputies and GBI says they have busted up a fentanyl network that supplied multiple counties, including Paulding, Cobb, Douglas, Carroll and Haralson.