News for Metro Atlanta and Region

Venezuelans in metro Atlanta express joy, hope after U.S. operation
Venezuelans in metro Atlanta celebrate Nicolás Maduro’s capture, saying they feel hopeful for Venezuela’s future after U.S. announces temporary control.

Police ID Uber driver killed in Gwinnett carjacking and teen suspect
Investigators said they used Ring video and Flock cameras to find the teenage suspect who allegedly ordered the ride and is charged with murder.

Tuskegee University police chief charged with DUI in metro Atlanta
A Tuskegee University police chief was charged with driving under the influence on New Year's Day, according to a university spokesperson.
Georgia saw explosive growth in its Venezuelan population. What’s next?
Venezuelans in Georgia are cheering the Trump administration’s capture of Nicolás Maduro. Could they go back, or will the U.S. allow them to stay?

Hyundai to deploy AI-powered humanoid robots at Georgia auto factory
Korean automaker Hyundai and its subsidiary, Boston Dynamics, unveil a sweeping artificial intelligence robotics strategy at the CES trade show Monday in Las Vegas.
With Georgia Democrats seated, a new era dawns at the PSC
Commissioners Peter Hubbard and Alicia Johnson took part in their first PSC session Tuesday, giving Democrats a foothold on the powerful regulator for the first time in years.

Georgia resident claims record $983M Mega Millions jackpot
A Georgia resident has claimed the $983 million jackpot for the Mega Millions drawing Nov. 14. The winner selected the cash option worth about $453.6 million before taxes.
Former APD chief must face protester’s defamation suit, judge says
A federal judge has greenlit a defamation suit against former police chief Rodney Bryant, accused of falsely labeling a protester as one of Atlanta's worst criminals.

‘Silly words’ on Instagram led to Cobb shooting that killed 9-month-old
Cobb Superior Court Judge Vic Reynolds called the case “tragic all the way around.” And it was all “because some girl started something up between two guys.”
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‘Silly words’ on Instagram led to Cobb shooting that killed 9-month-old
Cobb Superior Court Judge Vic Reynolds called the case “tragic all the way around.” And it was all “because some girl started something up between two guys.”
Fulton County’s female mayors hope to form ‘supportive sisterhood’
For the first time, seven of Fulton’s 15 cities have women serving as mayor after last year’s municipal elections.

Hours after ‘senseless’ shooting of DeKalb 3-year-old, police make 3 arrests
The child who was shot was listed in critical condition and detectives used video technology to make arrests, DeKalb chief says.
Mayor Dickens shares second-term vision for Atlanta at inauguration
A lofty proposal to extend the city’s tax allocation districts and hopes of expanding MARTA into a regional transit system are two of the top items on Dickens’ agenda.

Abortion law challenge tops Georgia court cases to watch
An abortion law fight, a rare mass school shooting trial and a groundbreaking lawsuit against Snapchat are among Georgia's court cases to watch in 2026.
Inauguration Day: Atlanta mayor, council to be sworn in to office
Atlanta's mayor and city council members will be sworn in on Monday. The ceremony starts at 1 p.m., at the Georgia State University Convocation Center.
Atlanta lawyer stripped of cases, fined for sloppy work
An Atlanta litigator with the national law firm McGuireWoods has been removed from all his pending cases and fined for sloppy work representing Bank of America.

What comes next for Venezuelans in Atlanta after Maduro’s capture?
Venezuelans in metro Atlanta had a mixed reaction to U.S. operation in their home country, many cheering a change in leadership with some wary of what lies ahead.
‘A city with a soul’: Local faith leaders tout Atlanta’s spiritual diversity
Local faith leaders gathered in Atlanta to celebrate Mayor Andre Dinkins' inclusivity efforts and wish him well in his second term.

Gridlock Guy: Think headlights are too bright? Here’s what crash data says.
A recent study found the rate of glare-related crashes remains steady despite lights being brighter. But complaints are loud.



