Georgia lawmakers pass election bill mandating hand recounts for some races
Georgia lawmakers have given final approval to a controversial elections bill that would require hand recounts in some close statewide races while allowing the state to continue using QR code ballots through 2028.
Georgia lawmakers have given final approval to a controversial elections bill that would require hand recounts in some close statewide races while allowing the state to continue using QR code ballots through 2028.
Global Tensions Rise: Trump’s Iran Talks and Putin’s Warning
Peace talks with Iran show signs of progress, but both sides remain split over nuclear inspections as the White House lifts oil sanctions in exchange for U.S. farm purchases. Meanwhile, the Pentagon seeks an extra $80 billion for the conflict, and Vladimir Putin warns of swift responses to Western military spending.
Peace talks with Iran show signs of progress, but both sides remain split over nuclear inspections as the White House lifts oil sanctions in exchange for U.S. farm purchases. Meanwhile, the Pentagon seeks an extra $80 billion for the conflict, and Vladimir Putin warns of swift responses to Western military spending.
Ambassador Andrew Young inspires young readers at literacy camp
Legendary civil rights icon, former Atlanta Mayor, and United States Ambassador Andrew Young visited Harper-Archer Elementary School on Tuesday morning, transforming a summer literacy camp into a powerful living history lesson for dozens of local students.
Legendary civil rights icon, former Atlanta Mayor, and United States Ambassador Andrew Young visited Harper-Archer Elementary School on Tuesday morning, transforming a summer literacy camp into a powerful living history lesson for dozens of local students.
13-year-old climbs out of Disneyland's Tiana's Bayou Adventure ride, slides down 50-foot drop
A 13-year-old boy was evaluated at a hospital after exiting a Tiana's Bayou Adventure boat mid-ride at Disneyland, prompting a state safety inspection.
A 13-year-old boy was evaluated at a hospital after exiting a Tiana's Bayou Adventure boat mid-ride at Disneyland, prompting a state safety inspection.
The hype on FIFA's new hydration break mandate
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is seeing a slight change from what many would normally expect to see in World Cup play, or any other soccer match.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is seeing a slight change from what many would normally expect to see in World Cup play, or any other soccer match.
Power Home Remodeling aims to reshape arts in Atlanta school
Power Home Remodeling is donating $75,000 toward remodeling Resurgence Hall, a top ranked K-8 charter school on the south side of Atlanta, and sending 40 volunteers to refresh the school's art spaces. The team is clearing out the elementary and middle school art studios, moving furniture to be repurposed, removing whiteboard paint, and repainting the elementary art studio for the students.
Power Home Remodeling is donating $75,000 toward remodeling Resurgence Hall, a top ranked K-8 charter school on the south side of Atlanta, and sending 40 volunteers to refresh the school's art spaces. The team is clearing out the elementary and middle school art studios, moving furniture to be repurposed, removing whiteboard paint, and repainting the elementary art studio for the students.
World Cup preview: England vs. Ghana
England and Ghana fans are flooding Boston bars before the high-stakes match in Foxborough. Heavy rain is not dampening the spirit of the crowds ahead of the match. Pete Cuhdidy reporting.
England and Ghana fans are flooding Boston bars before the high-stakes match in Foxborough. Heavy rain is not dampening the spirit of the crowds ahead of the match. Pete Cuhdidy reporting.
Rap City's Big Tigger arrested on battery, child-cruelty charges
According to TMZ, Big Tigger, V-103's radio host and Atlanta personality, has been arrested on battery and child-cruelty charges.
According to TMZ, Big Tigger, V-103's radio host and Atlanta personality, has been arrested on battery and child-cruelty charges.
Father of man found dead in Douglas reservoir seeks community support
A fundraiser set up for an Atlanta man found dead in the Dog River Reservoir in May claims he was taken in a "senseless act of violence" by two people "he knew and trusted."
A fundraiser set up for an Atlanta man found dead in the Dog River Reservoir in May claims he was taken in a "senseless act of violence" by two people "he knew and trusted."
Texas 7-year-old saves toddler brother from drowning, earns rare sheriff’s commendation
A 7-year-old North Texas boy has been nominated for a rare police commendation after his quick thinking and bravery saved his unresponsive 1-year-old brother from a backyard swimming pool, authorities said.
A 7-year-old North Texas boy has been nominated for a rare police commendation after his quick thinking and bravery saved his unresponsive 1-year-old brother from a backyard swimming pool, authorities said.
'We need your help': Savannah Guthrie issues new plea in search for Nancy Guthrie
The "Today" show co-host spoke about her missing mother a day after NBC News reported that a second ransom note that was sent to the media after Nancy's kidnapping indicating that she had died.
The "Today" show co-host spoke about her missing mother a day after NBC News reported that a second ransom note that was sent to the media after Nancy's kidnapping indicating that she had died.
Georgia lawmakers working on hand recount election bill
The Georgia House of Representatives voted 94-79 on Tuesday to approve Senate Bill 3EX, a measure that would require hand recounts in some close statewide races while extending the use of QR code ballots until 2028. The Senate is now debating the bill. Tuesday is the last day of the special legislative session. Deidra Dukes reporting.
The Georgia House of Representatives voted 94-79 on Tuesday to approve Senate Bill 3EX, a measure that would require hand recounts in some close statewide races while extending the use of QR code ballots until 2028. The Senate is now debating the bill. Tuesday is the last day of the special legislative session. Deidra Dukes reporting.
Atlanta man facing charges after Sunday church break-in
A 28-year-old Atlanta man is being held without bond after he allegedly ransacked a local church and went on a destructive ride using a stolen tractor, authorities said.
A 28-year-old Atlanta man is being held without bond after he allegedly ransacked a local church and went on a destructive ride using a stolen tractor, authorities said.
MUST Ministries takes action as city-wide hunger surges
Post-pandemic hunger and food insecurity is surging across metro Atlanta. Our Eli Jordan catches up with volunteers at the Atlanta Food Bank and MUST Ministries to learn more.
Post-pandemic hunger and food insecurity is surging across metro Atlanta. Our Eli Jordan catches up with volunteers at the Atlanta Food Bank and MUST Ministries to learn more.
2-year-old dies after drowning in Roswell apartment pool
A toddler has died after being pulled from a clubhouse swimming pool Sunday night in a Roswell apartment complex, prompting a police investigation into the tragedy.
A toddler has died after being pulled from a clubhouse swimming pool Sunday night in a Roswell apartment complex, prompting a police investigation into the tragedy.
UPDATE: Legally blind 92-year-old missing from DeKalb County found
DeKalb County police say the 92-year-old legally-blind woman who had been missing since June 14 has been located and is safe.
DeKalb County police say the 92-year-old legally-blind woman who had been missing since June 14 has been located and is safe.
Fulton County opens enrollment to out-of-district students
Fulton County Schools is launching a tuition-based enrollment program for select high schools.
Fulton County Schools is launching a tuition-based enrollment program for select high schools.
Edgewood liquor license freeze proposed after shootings
Atlanta leaders are considering a temporary halt on new liquor licenses along the popular Edgewood Avenue corridor as concerns about public safety continue to grow.
Atlanta leaders are considering a temporary halt on new liquor licenses along the popular Edgewood Avenue corridor as concerns about public safety continue to grow.
Tuesday morning top stories June 23, 2026
Top stories for Tuesday, June 23, 2026, include crime decrease during World Cup Atlanta; liquor in Edgewood Avenue neighborhood; Senate passes bill to lower housing costs; Iran War latest; weather and traffic.
Top stories for Tuesday, June 23, 2026, include crime decrease during World Cup Atlanta; liquor in Edgewood Avenue neighborhood; Senate passes bill to lower housing costs; Iran War latest; weather and traffic.