New Georgia laws going into effect Jan. 1, 2026 | What to know
Here are some of the new laws that are going into effect on Jan. 1, 2026.
Here are some of the new laws that are going into effect on Jan. 1, 2026.
WATCH: Countdown Over ATL | Atlanta's New Year's celebration
Atlanta will replace the traditional Peach Drop with "Countdown Over ATL," a citywide celebration featuring synchronized drone and fireworks displays.
Atlanta will replace the traditional Peach Drop with "Countdown Over ATL," a citywide celebration featuring synchronized drone and fireworks displays.
Atlanta Journal-Constitution prints final edition after 157 years
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution ended its 157-year print run on Dec. 31, 2025, making Atlanta the only major U.S. city without a daily newspaper.
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution ended its 157-year print run on Dec. 31, 2025, making Atlanta the only major U.S. city without a daily newspaper.
Southeast Atlanta seniors fear catastrophe amid constant elevator breakdowns
Residents at the Veranda at Auburn Pointe say constantly broken elevators and a roach infestation have created a dangerous environment.
Residents at the Veranda at Auburn Pointe say constantly broken elevators and a roach infestation have created a dangerous environment.
One hospitalized following New Year’s Eve house fire in southeast Atlanta
One patient was hospitalized after sustaining burn injuries to their arms during the residential structure fire.
One patient was hospitalized after sustaining burn injuries to their arms during the residential structure fire.
Gunman robs man of gaming winnings on Christmas Eve; suspect wanted
Atlanta police are seeking an armed man who allegedly robbed someone of his gaming winnings at gunpoint on Christmas Eve.
Atlanta police are seeking an armed man who allegedly robbed someone of his gaming winnings at gunpoint on Christmas Eve.
Wife of Jill Biden’s ex-husband dies after domestic dispute call: reports
Police in Delaware are investigating the death of a 64-year-old woman who was found unresponsive during a domestic dispute call on Sunday.
Police in Delaware are investigating the death of a 64-year-old woman who was found unresponsive during a domestic dispute call on Sunday.
Peachtree City wife faces surgery while husband battles rare disease: 'Scared to death'
A Peachtree City couple facing serious health challenges in the New Year learns of another setback.
A Peachtree City couple facing serious health challenges in the New Year learns of another setback.
Atlanta Beltline shooting leaves one person injured; no word on shooter
Atlanta police are investigating a Wednesday afternoon shooting on the Westside Trail that left one victim wounded and the shooter at large.
Atlanta police are investigating a Wednesday afternoon shooting on the Westside Trail that left one victim wounded and the shooter at large.
Two arrested after fire at Snellville tire and brake shop
Gwinnett County authorities arrested two men Tuesday following an incendiary garage fire at a Snellville Mavis Tires & Brakes.
Gwinnett County authorities arrested two men Tuesday following an incendiary garage fire at a Snellville Mavis Tires & Brakes.
Bexar County, Texas, missing teens: 1 found dead, 1 still missing, 1 found safe
The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office intensified search operations this week as investigators sought the public’s help in locating three teenagers reported missing in separate incidents across the county.
The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office intensified search operations this week as investigators sought the public’s help in locating three teenagers reported missing in separate incidents across the county.
Texas authorities identify body as missing teen Camila Mendoza Olmos; death ruled a suicide
Bexar County authorities have identified a body found as missing teen Camila Mendoza Olmos.
Bexar County authorities have identified a body found as missing teen Camila Mendoza Olmos.
Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | Jan. 2-4, 2026
Looking for things to do across metro Atlanta this weekend and beyond? From live music and theater to sports, festivals, and family-friendly events, here’s a county-by-county list.
Looking for things to do across metro Atlanta this weekend and beyond? From live music and theater to sports, festivals, and family-friendly events, here’s a county-by-county list.
Family remembers 10-year-old killed in Clayton County hit-and-run
A 10-year-old boy was killed in a hit-and-run crash in Clayton County just days after Christmas, and the driver accused of striking him has now been arrested.
A 10-year-old boy was killed in a hit-and-run crash in Clayton County just days after Christmas, and the driver accused of striking him has now been arrested.
Naked Florida man accused of robbing meat market only wearing a mask left behind a trail of clothing
A Florida man who tried to only cover up his face is accused of walking into a Florida meat market in the nude and robbing it.
A Florida man who tried to only cover up his face is accused of walking into a Florida meat market in the nude and robbing it.
Peace walk monks stop at Snellville temple for special visit
A group of Buddhist monks walking thousands of miles across the country in a call for peace and unity arrived in Gwinnett County on Wednesday, drawing crowds of supporters along their route.
A group of Buddhist monks walking thousands of miles across the country in a call for peace and unity arrived in Gwinnett County on Wednesday, drawing crowds of supporters along their route.
Pennsylvania man charged after killing mother, wounding father after Christmas
Jarrod Noll, 18, was charged with homicide and attempted homicide, according to authorities.
Jarrod Noll, 18, was charged with homicide and attempted homicide, according to authorities.
Somali-run day care in Minneapolis broken into, vandalized
Someone broke into a Somali-run day care in Minneapolis earlier this week, causing "extensive vandalism," according to Nokomis Daycare Center.
Someone broke into a Somali-run day care in Minneapolis earlier this week, causing "extensive vandalism," according to Nokomis Daycare Center.
$20K reward for missing Native American woman: Humboldt County sheriff
The Humboldt County Sheriff's Office announced a $20,000 reward for information leading to the location of a Native American woman last seen three decades ago.
The Humboldt County Sheriff's Office announced a $20,000 reward for information leading to the location of a Native American woman last seen three decades ago.
Fentanyl, weapons seized in major metro Atlanta drug bust
Ten people have been arrested following a large-scale drug investigation that led to the seizure of more than $1 million worth of narcotics, firearms and cash across the metro Atlanta area.
Ten people have been arrested following a large-scale drug investigation that led to the seizure of more than $1 million worth of narcotics, firearms and cash across the metro Atlanta area.