Black Restaurant Week kicks off again in metro Atlanta

Black Restaurant Week is officially underway in Atlanta, launching with a “First Taste” preview event at The Corner Grille.

Singer Gabby Samone kicks off tour with Atlanta debut at City Winery

American Idol Season 23 finalist Gabby Samone will kick off her first headlining tour at City Winery Atlanta on Aug. 12, performing original music and fan-favorite covers.

These are the best states to have a baby, new study finds

Here’s which state topped the list as the best state to have a baby, thanks to top-tier health care, low infant mortality and strong family support policies.

Atlanta Bites: What’s new, seasonal, and sizzling this month | August 2025

Atlanta’s dining calendar is packed this August with chef-driven events, seasonal celebrations, and new openings that promise to please every palate.

National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day 2025 freebies and deals

From famous chains to a well-known hotel, here’s how you can score a free cookie on National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day.

Great Wolf Lodge flash sale offers $84 rooms for one day only

North America’s largest chain of indoor water parks and resorts is offering steep discounts for one day only.

Sluggish summer in Sin City: Las Vegas sees big drop in tourists

The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority saw a double-digit decline in visitors in June compared to the same time last year.

Paula Deen closes flagship Savannah restaurant that helped launch her to fame

Paula Deen and her sons have permanently shut down their iconic Savannah restaurant, The Lady & Sons, which launched the Food Network star to fame.

$1,000 car payments are becoming more common: Here’s where

A LendingTree analysis found nearly 1 in 10 Americans now have at least one car loan payment of $1,000 or more—and in some states, it’s even more common.

Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | Aug. 1-3, 2025

List of things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta and North Georgia, including festivals, live music, free movies, family-friendly events, art, theater, sports and more.

'Trump accounts' for newborns could grow to $1.9M, Treasury says

Even without additional contributions beyond the initial $1K deposit, the Treasury estimates the account could grow to $13,800 in 18 years.

Barbie designers, Madonna doll makers killed in wrong-way car crash

Barbie designers behind iconic celebrity dolls, including Madonna’s, were killed in a tragic car crash in Italy. Here's what we know.