Atlanta isn't the only place where voters went to the polls to elect a new mayor and City Council members. Why it matters: Atlanta dominates the metro area, but more people collectively live in counties and municipalities that surround the city.

Food pantries across metro Atlanta say donations from the community have helped them keep their shelves stocked as demand rises during the government shutdown. Volunteers say the need was already high before the government shutdown began due to the rising cost of food. They hope donations continue after the government shutdown ends.