5 things to know tonight: Liposuction patient screamed, died, but Cobb doctor won’t face charges; security tight for Falcons game and more

1. Liposuction patient screamed, died, but Cobb doctor won't face charges. April Jenkins lay on the operating table, her hands physically restrained, medical board records state. She already had been given the maximum doses of sedatives. It wouldn't be safe to give her more. [Read more]

2. Atlanta Falcons announce strict security measures for NFL playoff game. The Atlanta Falcons have announced strict security measures for the NFC Playoff game Saturday afternoon at Georgia Dome. Fans heading to the 4:35 p.m. game are encouraged not to bring any type of bag [Read more]

3. Gwinnett woman found in storage bin had been missing since New Year's Day. A Lawrenceville woman found dead inside a storage bin on a homeowner's lawn was reported missing by her husband Jan. 1, Gwinnett County police spokesman Cpl. Deon Washington said Friday. [Read more]

4. 7 accused of running prostitution business next to Dunwoody police station. Seven people were arrested after Dunwoody police busted a high-end escort service conducted in an apartment across the street from the police station. [Read more]

5. John Lewis: Donald Trump not 'a legitimate president.' U.S. Rep. John Lewis had strong words Friday on the coming inauguration of Donald Trump as president. [Read more]

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Atlanta leaders eye trails as part of solution to city’s traffic woes

The 535-mile expansion plan, known as Trails ATL, aims to make the city more walkable, bringing 10-minute access to trails for 95% of city residents by 2052.