Unprecedented winter weather has paralyzed metro Atlanta, prompting local officials to urge residents to shelter in place and stay off icy roads.

President Donald Trump began his second administration with a blitz of policy actions to reorient U.S. government priorities.

Some have an immediate policy impact. Others are more symbolic. Some already are being challenged by federal lawsuits.

The city of Mobile today has extended a Proclamation of Civil Emergency for the city and its police jurisdiction.