Delta temporarily ending long-standing perk for Congress members
Delta Air Lines is temporarily ending a long-standing perk for members of Congress, as airport delays and staffing shortages continue to impact travelers nationwide.
Delta Air Lines is temporarily ending a long-standing perk for members of Congress, as airport delays and staffing shortages continue to impact travelers nationwide.
Investigation deepens into deadly runway collision
The investigation into the horrific runway collision at LaGuardia Airport entered its third day. While the airport has officially resumed most operations, Runway 4—where an Air Canada Express jet struck a Port Authority fire truck Sunday night—remains a closed investigation site as federal teams work to clear debris and reconstruct the final seconds of the disaster. The collision claimed the lives of both pilots on Flight 8646: Captain Antoine Forest and First Officer Mackenzie Gunther. Both were remembered by colleagues as dedicated young aviators at the start of promising careers.
The investigation into the horrific runway collision at LaGuardia Airport entered its third day. While the airport has officially resumed most operations, Runway 4—where an Air Canada Express jet struck a Port Authority fire truck Sunday night—remains a closed investigation site as federal teams work to clear debris and reconstruct the final seconds of the disaster. The collision claimed the lives of both pilots on Flight 8646: Captain Antoine Forest and First Officer Mackenzie Gunther. Both were remembered by colleagues as dedicated young aviators at the start of promising careers.
Atlanta advances legislation to monitor ICE activity
The battle between Atlanta’s local leadership and federal immigration authorities intensified, Tuesday, March 24, 2026, as the City Council’s Public Safety Committee advanced two major measures designed to curb and monitor U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) within city limits. The move comes as armed ICE and Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) agents complete their second full day of deployment at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to assist with security lines—a federal move that has drawn sharp criticism from several council members.
The battle between Atlanta’s local leadership and federal immigration authorities intensified, Tuesday, March 24, 2026, as the City Council’s Public Safety Committee advanced two major measures designed to curb and monitor U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) within city limits. The move comes as armed ICE and Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) agents complete their second full day of deployment at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to assist with security lines—a federal move that has drawn sharp criticism from several council members.
Security lines at Hartsfield-Jackson improve Tuesday
After a weekend of "travel nightmares" where security lines snaked out the terminal doors and onto the sidewalks, travelers at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport are finally seeing some relief, Tuesday, March 24, 2026. While the airport remains busy, the multi-hour gridlock that defined the past few days has noticeably eased a bit.
After a weekend of "travel nightmares" where security lines snaked out the terminal doors and onto the sidewalks, travelers at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport are finally seeing some relief, Tuesday, March 24, 2026. While the airport remains busy, the multi-hour gridlock that defined the past few days has noticeably eased a bit.
Floyd County Courthouse Destroyed by Massive Fire
A 134-year-old pillar of Northwest Georgia history is in ruins after a catastrophic fire gutted the Historic Floyd County Courthouse in downtown Rome. The blaze, which broke out on Monday afternoon was so intense it caused the building's iconic bell tower to collapse, leaving only a charred shell of the 1892 landmark. While the physical loss is staggering, officials confirmed that all 35 employees inside were safely evacuated, and no injuries to the public or first responders have been reported.
A 134-year-old pillar of Northwest Georgia history is in ruins after a catastrophic fire gutted the Historic Floyd County Courthouse in downtown Rome. The blaze, which broke out on Monday afternoon was so intense it caused the building's iconic bell tower to collapse, leaving only a charred shell of the 1892 landmark. While the physical loss is staggering, officials confirmed that all 35 employees inside were safely evacuated, and no injuries to the public or first responders have been reported.
Teen charged in Macedonia Kroger assault case
A teenager has been charged with attempted rape following an investigation into a March 10 attack at a Macedonia Kroger.
A teenager has been charged with attempted rape following an investigation into a March 10 attack at a Macedonia Kroger.
Atlanta weather: Cooler temps today, pollen count still high
Pollen count soared above 6,000 Monday, marking the highest level so far this season.
Pollen count soared above 6,000 Monday, marking the highest level so far this season.
Sixth arrest made in Newton County gas station shootout
A 16-year-old has turned himself in as the sixth suspect arrested for a New Year's Day shootout at a Covington Circle K.
A 16-year-old has turned himself in as the sixth suspect arrested for a New Year's Day shootout at a Covington Circle K.
8AM Top Stories for 03/24/2026
Top stories for Tuesday morning include fire at historic Floyd County courthouse; wait times at Atlanta airport; ICE at airports; LaGuardia plane collision; weather and traffic.
Top stories for Tuesday morning include fire at historic Floyd County courthouse; wait times at Atlanta airport; ICE at airports; LaGuardia plane collision; weather and traffic.
Georgia Tech welcomes new head coach
Georgia Tech has named a new head coach for men's basketball. Former Troy head coach Scott Cross is now a yellowjacket.
Georgia Tech has named a new head coach for men's basketball. Former Troy head coach Scott Cross is now a yellowjacket.
DeKalb police break up drug operation with new real time crime center
DeKalb County Police said their new Real Time Crime Center helped in the seizure of 26 guns and a massive amount of fentanyl during a drug raid in Stone Mountain.
DeKalb County Police said their new Real Time Crime Center helped in the seizure of 26 guns and a massive amount of fentanyl during a drug raid in Stone Mountain.
Gwinnett sheriff backs Judge Hatchett publicly
Gwinnett County Sheriff Keybo Taylor voiced support for Judge Glenda Hatchett despite tensions within law enforcement.
Gwinnett County Sheriff Keybo Taylor voiced support for Judge Glenda Hatchett despite tensions within law enforcement.
Georgia bill aims to end clock changes twice a year
Lawmakers introduced the “Georgia Sunshine Protection Act" to eliminate switching clocks twice a year.
Lawmakers introduced the “Georgia Sunshine Protection Act" to eliminate switching clocks twice a year.
Trump says Iran eager to end war
President Trump says Iran is eager for a deal to end the war, but Iranian leaders are still denying that any talks have taken place.
President Trump says Iran is eager for a deal to end the war, but Iranian leaders are still denying that any talks have taken place.
Early arrival times still advised for Hartsfield
Although things seem to be moving a little faster on Monday morning, travelers are still being advised by Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to arrive at least 4 hours before their flight.
Although things seem to be moving a little faster on Monday morning, travelers are still being advised by Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to arrive at least 4 hours before their flight.
Judicial emergency declared after Floyd County historic courthouse fire
A judicial emergency has been declared in Floyd County following a massive fire that heavily damaged the historic courthouse, forcing its temporary closure and disrupting court operations.
A judicial emergency has been declared in Floyd County following a massive fire that heavily damaged the historic courthouse, forcing its temporary closure and disrupting court operations.
Judicial emergency in Floyd County after fire
A judicial emergency was declared on Monday evening after a massive fire heavily damaged its historic courthouse. The courthouse will be temporarily closed, which will disrupt operations. Fire crews were still on the scene early Tuesday morning. Marc Teichner reporting.
A judicial emergency was declared on Monday evening after a massive fire heavily damaged its historic courthouse. The courthouse will be temporarily closed, which will disrupt operations. Fire crews were still on the scene early Tuesday morning. Marc Teichner reporting.
Parents protest at Lakeside High over DeKalb plan to shut down 22 schools
The DeKalb County School District is another step closer to a plan to close 22 schools over the next several years, a proposal that drew around 100 protesters to Lakeside High School on Monday afternoon.
The DeKalb County School District is another step closer to a plan to close 22 schools over the next several years, a proposal that drew around 100 protesters to Lakeside High School on Monday afternoon.
Protests over DeKalb plan to close 22 schools
The DeKalb County School District is another step closer to a plan to close 22 schools over the next several years, a proposal that drew around 100 protesters to Lakeside High School on Monday afternoon.
The DeKalb County School District is another step closer to a plan to close 22 schools over the next several years, a proposal that drew around 100 protesters to Lakeside High School on Monday afternoon.
Cobb teacher fired for reading gender book loses latest Georgia court appeal
The Georgia Court of Appeals has upheld the firing of Katie Rinderle, a former Cobb County elementary school teacher who read a book on gender fluidity to her fifth-grade class in 2023.
The Georgia Court of Appeals has upheld the firing of Katie Rinderle, a former Cobb County elementary school teacher who read a book on gender fluidity to her fifth-grade class in 2023.