Atlanta man set for induction into R&B Hall of Fame
Rummage through the bins at a record store, and within minutes you’ll probably spot Jimmy Roach's name. As a songwriter, producer, and arranger, Roach has recorded with soul’s biggest superstars, from the Four Tops to the Spinners to Smokey Robinson and the Miracles. And this weekend, he’ll be inducted alongside some of those icons into the National Rhythm & Blues Hall of Fame.
Rummage through the bins at a record store, and within minutes you’ll probably spot Jimmy Roach's name. As a songwriter, producer, and arranger, Roach has recorded with soul’s biggest superstars, from the Four Tops to the Spinners to Smokey Robinson and the Miracles. And this weekend, he’ll be inducted alongside some of those icons into the National Rhythm & Blues Hall of Fame.
Gloria Vanderbilt, heiress, jeans queen, dies at 95
NEW YORK (AP) - Gloria Vanderbilt has died at 95, son Anderson Cooper announces on CNN.
NEW YORK (AP) - Gloria Vanderbilt has died at 95, son Anderson Cooper announces on CNN.
Judge rules case against rappers Lil Durk, Von King can move forward
The attempted murder case against well-known rapper Lil Durk will be moving forward. That was the ruling of a Fulton County judge Friday.
The attempted murder case against well-known rapper Lil Durk will be moving forward. That was the ruling of a Fulton County judge Friday.
Netflix wants to share your four-legged friend's story in Season 2 of 'Dogs'
Do you think the bond you have with your dog is so special, there could be a Netflix show about it?
Do you think the bond you have with your dog is so special, there could be a Netflix show about it?
Long line at 'Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure' at Universal Orlando Resort
"Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure" opened at Universal Orlando Resort on Thursday.
"Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure" opened at Universal Orlando Resort on Thursday.
Same-sex couple featured on 'My Little Pony' for first time
Coinciding with Pride Month, the Discovery Family cartoon series "My Little Pony" has introduced a same-sex couple on the show for the first time.
Coinciding with Pride Month, the Discovery Family cartoon series "My Little Pony" has introduced a same-sex couple on the show for the first time.
Making history! Missy Elliott, in tears, gets inducted into Songwriters Hall of Fame
NEW YORK (AP) — Missy Elliott, the creative mastermind who has written hit songs for a number of female acts and created camaraderie among women in the music industry for more than two decades, felt the love back from her musical sisters as she became the first female rapper inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame.
NEW YORK (AP) — Missy Elliott, the creative mastermind who has written hit songs for a number of female acts and created camaraderie among women in the music industry for more than two decades, felt the love back from her musical sisters as she became the first female rapper inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame.
Fox Studios selling thousands of props from several TV shows
It's a sale you don't want to miss.
It's a sale you don't want to miss.
Police act to stop man's death, bomb threat against Bonnaroo
Police in Tennessee say they've minimized a threat posted by a man against the Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival. The post mentioned a bomb and said, "I might kill such people."
Police in Tennessee say they've minimized a threat posted by a man against the Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival. The post mentioned a bomb and said, "I might kill such people."
Nickelodeon brings 'Slime City' to Buckhead
It's long been the dream of any kid who's ever watched Nickelodeon to experience the sticky, gooey feeling of being slimed! And now, that dream can come true, thanks to a pop-up experience opening this weekend in Buckhead!
It's long been the dream of any kid who's ever watched Nickelodeon to experience the sticky, gooey feeling of being slimed! And now, that dream can come true, thanks to a pop-up experience opening this weekend in Buckhead!
Ariana Grande donates $250G of Atlanta concert proceeds to Planned Parenthood
Pop star Ariana Grande donated $250,000 of proceeds to Planned Parenthood after her Saturday concert in Atlanta, Georgia, according to the group.
Pop star Ariana Grande donated $250,000 of proceeds to Planned Parenthood after her Saturday concert in Atlanta, Georgia, according to the group.
Edith Gonzalez, Mexican telenovela star, dies at 54 following battle with cancer
Edith Gonzalez, a Mexican telenovela star, died at age 54 after a years-long battle with cancer.
Edith Gonzalez, a Mexican telenovela star, died at age 54 after a years-long battle with cancer.
Burger King is literally selling 'Upside Down Whoppers' in honor of 'Stranger Things'
Fans of “Stranger Things” can show their appreciation for the show by eating their burgers upside down.
Fans of “Stranger Things” can show their appreciation for the show by eating their burgers upside down.
Robin Williams' son honors his father with newborn's name
Zak Williams, the oldest child of actor Robin Williams, told People Magazine that he has welcomed a baby boy with his fiancée, Olivia June, and honored his father with their son’s name.
Zak Williams, the oldest child of actor Robin Williams, told People Magazine that he has welcomed a baby boy with his fiancée, Olivia June, and honored his father with their son’s name.
Police who shot Vallejo rapper 55 times in 3.5 seconds acted reasonably, report found
A retired peace officer with experience in training police officers in the use of force said the Vallejo police officers' fatal shooting of rap artist Willie McCoy, 20, in a Taco Bell drive-thru in February was reasonable and in line with modern training and police practices, the city attorney said.
A retired peace officer with experience in training police officers in the use of force said the Vallejo police officers' fatal shooting of rap artist Willie McCoy, 20, in a Taco Bell drive-thru in February was reasonable and in line with modern training and police practices, the city attorney said.
Schlitterbahn sells Galveston and New Braunfels waterparks
The Schlitterbahn Waterparks in New Braunfels and Galveston are being sold to a new owner.
The Schlitterbahn Waterparks in New Braunfels and Galveston are being sold to a new owner.
Stacey Abrams not ruling out a presidential run
Former Georgia gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams said Thursday she has not ruled out running for another political office.
Former Georgia gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams said Thursday she has not ruled out running for another political office.
'Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure' opens at Universal Orlando Resort
'Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure' opens at Universal Orlando Resort on Thursday.
'Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure' opens at Universal Orlando Resort on Thursday.
Buku Abi and Drea Kelly talk new season of Growing Up Hip Hop
On this season of “Growing Up Hip Hop: Atlanta,” R. Kelly’s ex-wife Andrea “Drea” Kelly and her three children Buku, Kyd, and Jaah move back to Atlanta and are breaking their silence in a buzzing child support battle.
On this season of “Growing Up Hip Hop: Atlanta,” R. Kelly’s ex-wife Andrea “Drea” Kelly and her three children Buku, Kyd, and Jaah move back to Atlanta and are breaking their silence in a buzzing child support battle.
'ATL Homicide' returns this June
ATL HOMICIDE returns this Jume. Each one-hour episode focuses on one dramatic Atlanta murder case told in heavy re-creation.
ATL HOMICIDE returns this Jume. Each one-hour episode focuses on one dramatic Atlanta murder case told in heavy re-creation.