Steve Cropper, guitarist and member of Stax Records’ Booker T and the M.G.'s, has died at age 84
Steve Cropper, the lean, soulful guitarist and songwriter who helped anchor the celebrated Memphis backing band Booker T. and the M.G.’s at Stax Records and co-wrote the classics “Green Onions," "(Sittin’ on) the Dock of the Bay" and “In the Midnight Hour," has died. He was 84.
Steve Cropper, the lean, soulful guitarist and songwriter who helped anchor the celebrated Memphis backing band Booker T. and the M.G.’s at Stax Records and co-wrote the classics “Green Onions," "(Sittin’ on) the Dock of the Bay" and “In the Midnight Hour," has died. He was 84.
Doctor who sold Matthew Perry ketamine before his overdose sentenced
Dr. Salvador Plasencia, a 43-year-old Santa Monica physician, was sentenced in Los Angeles to 2.5 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to illegally distributing ketamine to actor Matthew Perry.
Dr. Salvador Plasencia, a 43-year-old Santa Monica physician, was sentenced in Los Angeles to 2.5 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to illegally distributing ketamine to actor Matthew Perry.
Casting Call with Tess Hammock Dec. 3: Salsa dancers, Tulsa King, commercials
It’s time to dance, network, and get your face on screen! This week’s "Casting Call with Tess Hammock" features casting notices for dancers, clubgoers, and commercial talent — plus a production job opening and year-end industry event for creatives in metro Atlanta.
It’s time to dance, network, and get your face on screen! This week’s "Casting Call with Tess Hammock" features casting notices for dancers, clubgoers, and commercial talent — plus a production job opening and year-end industry event for creatives in metro Atlanta.
Spotify Wrapped 2025 arrives: What’s new, and who took over Taylor Swift as most-streamed
Spotify Wrapped is here. Ever wonder how Spotify counts your listening data throughout the year? Here’s an peek inside.
Spotify Wrapped is here. Ever wonder how Spotify counts your listening data throughout the year? Here’s an peek inside.
Miss Jamaica sends well wishes to country while recovering from stage fall
The Miss Universe Jamaica organization is sending well wishes as Miss Jamaica continues to recover after falling from the Miss Universe stage last month.
The Miss Universe Jamaica organization is sending well wishes as Miss Jamaica continues to recover after falling from the Miss Universe stage last month.
Atlanta Hawks giving away OutKast figurines on Dec. 3
The Atlanta Hawks are honoring legendary hip-hop duo OutKast with a special giveaway celebrating their recent induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
The Atlanta Hawks are honoring legendary hip-hop duo OutKast with a special giveaway celebrating their recent induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Prime Video’s 'Oh. What. Fun.' brings Christmas to Atlanta
Hear from stars of Prime's "Oh. What. Fun" about their experience bringing Christmas to Atlanta.
Hear from stars of Prime's "Oh. What. Fun" about their experience bringing Christmas to Atlanta.
Spotify Wrapped, Apple Replay 2025: When users can expect their musical recap
The time is nearing for music lovers’ biggest moment – getting their Spotify Wrapped or Apple Replay listening stats.
The time is nearing for music lovers’ biggest moment – getting their Spotify Wrapped or Apple Replay listening stats.
Rapper Poorstacy dies at 26
The entertainer released two albums during his career and was featured on the soundtrack for “Bill & Ted Face the Music."
The entertainer released two albums during his career and was featured on the soundtrack for “Bill & Ted Face the Music."
'Full House' actor Dave Coulier shares new cancer diagnosis after beating lymphoma
“Full House" actor and Michigan native Dave Coulier revealed Tuesday that he has been diagnosed with another form of cancer months after beating stage 3 non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.
“Full House" actor and Michigan native Dave Coulier revealed Tuesday that he has been diagnosed with another form of cancer months after beating stage 3 non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.
James Patterson claims Marilyn Monroe was murdered in explosive new book theory
The author claims Marilyn Monroe kept track of secrets from President Kennedy, Robert Kennedy and Mafia connections.
The author claims Marilyn Monroe kept track of secrets from President Kennedy, Robert Kennedy and Mafia connections.
Dick Van Dyke says living longer linked to his lack of hate and anger
The legendary actor Dick Van Dyke turns 100 on Dec. 13 and credits his positive attitude for longevity.
The legendary actor Dick Van Dyke turns 100 on Dec. 13 and credits his positive attitude for longevity.
Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | Nov. 28-30, 2025
From tree lightings and holiday markets to live music, film marathons and vintage pop-ups, there’s no shortage of ways to kick off the post-Thanksgiving weekend across metro Atlanta.
From tree lightings and holiday markets to live music, film marathons and vintage pop-ups, there’s no shortage of ways to kick off the post-Thanksgiving weekend across metro Atlanta.
Christmas & holiday festivities in metro Atlanta | 2025
List of holiday happenings and Christmas-related activities and celebrations in the metro Atlanta and North Georgia area.
List of holiday happenings and Christmas-related activities and celebrations in the metro Atlanta and North Georgia area.
'Palm Royale' stars Mindy Cohn, Amber Chardae Robinson talk Season 2
Fans have been very thankful to get a second season of the Apple TV+ hit “Palm Royale.”
Fans have been very thankful to get a second season of the Apple TV+ hit “Palm Royale.”
Popular Georgia TikTok star, 'Marquay the Goat, dies at age 24
Marquay Collins, a TikTok star known online as “Marquay the Goat,” has died at age 24, according to TMZ.
Marquay Collins, a TikTok star known online as “Marquay the Goat,” has died at age 24, according to TMZ.
Johnny Cash estate sues Coca-Cola, accuses company of ‘pirating’ singer’s voice
The estate of Johnny Cash has filed a lawsuit against The Coca-Cola Company, accusing it of using an unauthorized imitation of the late singer’s iconic voice in a nationwide advertising campaign.
The estate of Johnny Cash has filed a lawsuit against The Coca-Cola Company, accusing it of using an unauthorized imitation of the late singer’s iconic voice in a nationwide advertising campaign.
Marietta native joins 'Outsiders' national tour cast
It’s been inspiring readers for nearly 60 years — and now, S. E. Hinton’s classic novel “The Outsiders” is reaching new audiences across the country thanks to its Tony-winning stage adaptation.
It’s been inspiring readers for nearly 60 years — and now, S. E. Hinton’s classic novel “The Outsiders” is reaching new audiences across the country thanks to its Tony-winning stage adaptation.
Miss Jamaica health update as Miss Universe org addresses ‘speculation’
The Miss Universe Organization is sharing more information about the health of Miss Jamaica, who has been hospitalized since falling off the stage last week.
The Miss Universe Organization is sharing more information about the health of Miss Jamaica, who has been hospitalized since falling off the stage last week.
Maria De La Rosa: Latin musician and influencer killed in California shooting
A rising Latin musician and influencer was shot and killed while sitting in her car in the San Fernando Valley over the weekend, authorities said.
A rising Latin musician and influencer was shot and killed while sitting in her car in the San Fernando Valley over the weekend, authorities said.