List: Take these dates off to maximize your vacation time in 2026
The amount of time off workers earn varies by company, but here are some ways to utilize your PTO for extended breaks this year.
The amount of time off workers earn varies by company, but here are some ways to utilize your PTO for extended breaks this year.
Atlanta Journal-Constitution prints final edition after 157 years
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution ended its 157-year print run on Dec. 31, 2025, making Atlanta the only major U.S. city without a daily newspaper.
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution ended its 157-year print run on Dec. 31, 2025, making Atlanta the only major U.S. city without a daily newspaper.
Sprinkles Cupcakes closing all locations, founder and former owner confirms
founder and former owner of Sprinkles Cupcakes confirmed in an Instagram post Wednesday that the company is closing all its locations across the country.
founder and former owner of Sprinkles Cupcakes confirmed in an Instagram post Wednesday that the company is closing all its locations across the country.
America 250: Big events across the country to have on your radar for 2026
As the United States prepares to mark its 250th anniversary in 2026, museums and historic sites are launching exhibitions and events that reflect on the nation’s history, democratic values, and global influence.
As the United States prepares to mark its 250th anniversary in 2026, museums and historic sites are launching exhibitions and events that reflect on the nation’s history, democratic values, and global influence.
Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | Jan. 2-4, 2026
Looking for things to do across metro Atlanta this weekend and beyond? From live music and theater to sports, festivals, and family-friendly events, here’s a county-by-county list.
Looking for things to do across metro Atlanta this weekend and beyond? From live music and theater to sports, festivals, and family-friendly events, here’s a county-by-county list.
New Year's Eve celebrations & events in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | 2025
List of fireworks, events and celebrations for New Year's Eve and New Year's Day in metro Atlanta and North Georgia.
List of fireworks, events and celebrations for New Year's Eve and New Year's Day in metro Atlanta and North Georgia.
Ford recall: More than 40K Mustangs pulled over faulty headlight issue
The auto manufacturer’s recall affects certain 2025-2026 Mustang Mach-E vehicles.
The auto manufacturer’s recall affects certain 2025-2026 Mustang Mach-E vehicles.
SNAP junk-food purchase restrictions take effect Jan. 1 in five states, others to follow in 2026 — see where
The new year brings new restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients. On Jan. 1, five states are banning SNAP recipients from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food.
The new year brings new restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients. On Jan. 1, five states are banning SNAP recipients from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food.
MN distributor recalls hundreds of food, drugstore products after rodent, feces contamination
The FDA says the facility was operating under insanitary conditions after finding the presence of rodents, rodent urine and bird droppings in areas where medical devices, drugs, human food, pet food and cosmetic products were held.
The FDA says the facility was operating under insanitary conditions after finding the presence of rodents, rodent urine and bird droppings in areas where medical devices, drugs, human food, pet food and cosmetic products were held.
Village in Italy welcomes 1st baby in nearly 30 years: Report
Lara Bussi Trabucco's parents received a €1,000 as part of Italy's pledge to tackle the country's dwindling population.
Lara Bussi Trabucco's parents received a €1,000 as part of Italy's pledge to tackle the country's dwindling population.
Outback Steakhouse sued after toilet shatters, injures man
A Florida man has filed a lawsuit against Outback Steakhouse, alleging he suffered severe injuries after a handicapped toilet seat suddenly shattered and collapsed beneath him.
A Florida man has filed a lawsuit against Outback Steakhouse, alleging he suffered severe injuries after a handicapped toilet seat suddenly shattered and collapsed beneath him.
Hyundai recalling over 50K Tucson vehicles related to defective trailer harness
The recall affects certain 2022-2024 Hyundai Tucson model cars, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
The recall affects certain 2022-2024 Hyundai Tucson model cars, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Why cheaper beef prices are still a long way off
It's going to be a while before consumers see any relief when it comes to beef prices.
It's going to be a while before consumers see any relief when it comes to beef prices.
Lawsuit claims family bitten by bed bugs on international flight from Atlanta
Lawsuit alleges bed bugs on KLM flight from Atlanta to Amsterdam bit four family members, causing welts and scarring.
Lawsuit alleges bed bugs on KLM flight from Atlanta to Amsterdam bit four family members, causing welts and scarring.
Shoppers who purchased beef in certain years may be eligible for cash payment: See eligibility and how to file
Shoppers in several states may be eligible for part of an $87.5 million antitrust class action lawsuit settlement with several beef processors.
Shoppers in several states may be eligible for part of an $87.5 million antitrust class action lawsuit settlement with several beef processors.
Iconic Atlanta restaurant in Virginia-Highland enters new chapter
Murphy’s Restaurant, a longtime fixture in Atlanta’s Virginia-Highland neighborhood, will change ownership in early January, marking a new chapter for the 45-year-old dining institution.
Murphy’s Restaurant, a longtime fixture in Atlanta’s Virginia-Highland neighborhood, will change ownership in early January, marking a new chapter for the 45-year-old dining institution.
2026 travel trends: What will Americans do next year?
From hosting the World Cup to celebrating our 250th anniversary, Americans have lots to travel for in 2026. Here’s a look at some of the trips already trending for the new year.
From hosting the World Cup to celebrating our 250th anniversary, Americans have lots to travel for in 2026. Here’s a look at some of the trips already trending for the new year.
From '6 7' to 'Skibidi': 15 of the most-used Gen Alpha slang terms of 2025
For anyone dreading sitting across from their teenage cousin and feeling like the oldest person to ever walk the earth as families gather over the next few weeks for the holidays, this one is for you.
For anyone dreading sitting across from their teenage cousin and feeling like the oldest person to ever walk the earth as families gather over the next few weeks for the holidays, this one is for you.
5 popular hangover myths that don't work after holiday drinking, according to experts
'Hair of the dog,' greasy food and coffee don't address how the body processes alcohol, experts say.
'Hair of the dog,' greasy food and coffee don't address how the body processes alcohol, experts say.
5 fitness trends that went viral in 2025 — experts weigh hype vs results
From weighted vests to jiu-jitsu, here are some of the fitness trends that went viral in 2025 -- and if the hype is worth the results.
From weighted vests to jiu-jitsu, here are some of the fitness trends that went viral in 2025 -- and if the hype is worth the results.