Cinco de Mayo celebrations in Atlanta, North Georgia | 2026
Cinco de Mayo is here, and there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate. From festive food and drink specials to parties and unique experiences, here’s a look at some of the best things to do around town.
Cinco de Mayo is here, and there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate. From festive food and drink specials to parties and unique experiences, here’s a look at some of the best things to do around town.
Summer 'elevates' guest experience at Georgia Aquarium
You thought the views around Georgia Aquarium were stunning before? Just wait until you see how it all looks from above!
You thought the views around Georgia Aquarium were stunning before? Just wait until you see how it all looks from above!
McDonald’s is quietly ditching a popular in-store feature nationwide
McDonald's is ending an era when it comes to soft drinks, and changes will roll out gradually as restaurants are remodeled or updated.
McDonald's is ending an era when it comes to soft drinks, and changes will roll out gradually as restaurants are remodeled or updated.
Second Nature recalls nut mix packages over allergy concerns
Second Nature Brands issued a recall on one of its varieties of nut mixes over the weekend because they may contain undeclared ingredients.
Second Nature Brands issued a recall on one of its varieties of nut mixes over the weekend because they may contain undeclared ingredients.
'Spirit was my home': Flight attendants left in Houston scramble to get home after airline shuts down
Aijah Smith was sound asleep in a Houston hotel room when her mother called with the news that changed her life: the airline she had called home for nearly four years was no more.
Aijah Smith was sound asleep in a Houston hotel room when her mother called with the news that changed her life: the airline she had called home for nearly four years was no more.
Ford recalls 179,000+ Broncos, Rangers over seat defect
Ford is recalling more than 179,000 2024–2026 Bronco SUVs and Ranger pickup trucks due to a defect in the front seat frame that could increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Ford is recalling more than 179,000 2024–2026 Bronco SUVs and Ranger pickup trucks due to a defect in the front seat frame that could increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Watch: Manager at pizza restaurant trips, spills large pot of sauce
A restaurant mishap is going viral after a manager spilled a massive pot of sauce – sparking comparisons to an iconic TV comedy moment.
A restaurant mishap is going viral after a manager spilled a massive pot of sauce – sparking comparisons to an iconic TV comedy moment.
FCA US recalls 20,000 Jeep, Dodge models over faulty display panels
Chrysler (FCA US) is recalling more than 20,000 Jeep and Dodge vehicles over faulty display panels that could increase the risk of a crash.
Chrysler (FCA US) is recalling more than 20,000 Jeep and Dodge vehicles over faulty display panels that could increase the risk of a crash.
New research finds fish oil supplements can slow healing for some injuries
New research on popular fish oil supplements challenges the potential benefits for certain patients, particularly when it comes to brain health.
New research on popular fish oil supplements challenges the potential benefits for certain patients, particularly when it comes to brain health.
Check your ID: Firehouse Subs giving away free sandwiches to people with this name
Firehouse Subs is hosting a nationwide free sandwich giveaway on May 6 for customers who share a specific common name.
Firehouse Subs is hosting a nationwide free sandwich giveaway on May 6 for customers who share a specific common name.
More parents having fewer kids due to rising costs, survey reveals
Parents say raising kids is getting more expensive, forcing many into debt and even changing how many children they plan to have, according to a survey.
Parents say raising kids is getting more expensive, forcing many into debt and even changing how many children they plan to have, according to a survey.
Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | May 1-3, 2026
Looking for something fun to do around Atlanta this week? From festivals and live music to markets and family-friendly events, there’s no shortage of ways to get out and enjoy the weekend.
Looking for something fun to do around Atlanta this week? From festivals and live music to markets and family-friendly events, there’s no shortage of ways to get out and enjoy the weekend.
Waffle House expands Atlanta diner with retail for World Cup
Waffle House is adding a retail store to its restaurant in downtown Atlanta ahead of the World Cup.
Waffle House is adding a retail store to its restaurant in downtown Atlanta ahead of the World Cup.
Infant formula safety study results released by FDA
The FDA released findings from its largest test on infant formula, focused on chemical contaminants and overall safety. Here's what the agency found.
The FDA released findings from its largest test on infant formula, focused on chemical contaminants and overall safety. Here's what the agency found.
Spirit Airlines’ $500 million rescue funding talks face setback
Spirit Airlines’ efforts to secure a $500 million financial lifeline hit a significant roadblock as lenders balk at the terms of the proposed rescue package.
Spirit Airlines’ efforts to secure a $500 million financial lifeline hit a significant roadblock as lenders balk at the terms of the proposed rescue package.
Dementia risk linked to everyday food millions eat, study suggests
A new study has found that higher consumption of ultraprocessed foods is associated with lower attention and increased dementia risk.
A new study has found that higher consumption of ultraprocessed foods is associated with lower attention and increased dementia risk.
Costco updates iconic $1.50 hot dog combo for 1st time in 40 years
The $1.50 Costco hot dog combo just got its first makeover since the '80s.
The $1.50 Costco hot dog combo just got its first makeover since the '80s.
Ghirardelli recalls hot cocoa, other products over possible salmonella concerns
Ghirardelli is recalling hot cocoa and other drink mixes over possible salmonella contamination. Here’s what to know.
Ghirardelli is recalling hot cocoa and other drink mixes over possible salmonella contamination. Here’s what to know.
Marietta police: Man sold used cars with fake titles and mileage
A Marietta police investigation led to the arrest of a 32-year-old Kennesaw man for allegedly selling used cars with falsified odometer readings.
A Marietta police investigation led to the arrest of a 32-year-old Kennesaw man for allegedly selling used cars with falsified odometer readings.
Former Texas Chick-fil-A employee charged in $80K refund scheme using mac and cheese
A former Chick-fil-A employee was arrested for allegedly stealing more than $80,000 by using restaurant registers to issue hundreds of fraudulent macaroni and cheese refunds to his personal credit cards.
A former Chick-fil-A employee was arrested for allegedly stealing more than $80,000 by using restaurant registers to issue hundreds of fraudulent macaroni and cheese refunds to his personal credit cards.