Board reverses termination of officer charged in Rayshard Brooks shooting death
The Atlanta Civil Service Board voted to revoke the dismissal of fired Atlanta police officer Garrett Rolfe, who is facing a murder charge in the death of Rayshard Brooks, after Rolfe appealed his termination.
The Atlanta Civil Service Board voted to revoke the dismissal of fired Atlanta police officer Garrett Rolfe, who is facing a murder charge in the death of Rayshard Brooks, after Rolfe appealed his termination.
Rayshard Brooks' family 'disappointed' by Garrett Rolfe's reinstatement, lawyers say
Lawyers for Rayshard Brooks' family say they're disappointed with Garrett Rolfe's reinstatement with the Atlatna Police Department, but also with the city for handling his firing improperly.
Lawyers for Rayshard Brooks' family say they're disappointed with Garrett Rolfe's reinstatement with the Atlatna Police Department, but also with the city for handling his firing improperly.
Mariachi band born on Kennesaw State University campus
What does a group of college music students do when it needs to hire a mariachi band for an event? Create its own, of course.
What does a group of college music students do when it needs to hire a mariachi band for an event? Create its own, of course.
Disney teases real-life retractable lightsaber on May 4
Disney Parks unveiled a working retractable lightsaber on May 4 when it teased the opening of a new immersive “Star Wars”-themed hotel.
Disney Parks unveiled a working retractable lightsaber on May 4 when it teased the opening of a new immersive “Star Wars”-themed hotel.
Delta CEO Ed Bastion to speak at Georgia Tech commencement
Georgia Tech announced Delta Airlines CEO Ed Bastian will be the 2021 undergraduate commencement speaker on May 8 at Bobby Dodd Stadium.
Georgia Tech announced Delta Airlines CEO Ed Bastian will be the 2021 undergraduate commencement speaker on May 8 at Bobby Dodd Stadium.
Controversy surrounds Disneyland ride and kiss with Snow White while she's unconscious
A California newspaper argues the kiss between Snow White and Prince Charming comes while she is unconscious and without her consent.
A California newspaper argues the kiss between Snow White and Prince Charming comes while she is unconscious and without her consent.
Facebook's oversight board to rule on Trump's account ban on Wednesday
Facebook’s oversight board said it will rule on Wednesday morning whether former President Donald Trump’s social media accounts can be reinstated after an indefinite suspension.
Facebook’s oversight board said it will rule on Wednesday morning whether former President Donald Trump’s social media accounts can be reinstated after an indefinite suspension.
Apple’s app store goes on trial Monday in legal battle with Epic Games, creator of Fortnite
Epic Games is hoping to break through the app store’s “wall” and offer an alternative, which would allow them to break free of Apple’s commissions. It’s one of the most serious legal threats Apple’s faced in years.
Epic Games is hoping to break through the app store’s “wall” and offer an alternative, which would allow them to break free of Apple’s commissions. It’s one of the most serious legal threats Apple’s faced in years.
Former Netflix VP convicted of fraud and money laundering
A federal jury found a former Netflix executive guilty Friday of receiving lucrative stock options and more than a half-million dollars in bribes and kickbacks from tech companies to approve contracts with the streaming giant.
A federal jury found a former Netflix executive guilty Friday of receiving lucrative stock options and more than a half-million dollars in bribes and kickbacks from tech companies to approve contracts with the streaming giant.
No limit to guests for UGA commencement ceremony, officials say
The University of Georgia announced eligible spring graduates will have no limit on the number of guests in the stands for the 2021 Spring Commencement.
The University of Georgia announced eligible spring graduates will have no limit on the number of guests in the stands for the 2021 Spring Commencement.
Delta Air Lines begins unblocking middle seats
Delta Air Line began unblocking middle seats on May 1. It is the last major U.S. airline to lift that restriction.
Delta Air Line began unblocking middle seats on May 1. It is the last major U.S. airline to lift that restriction.
The Magic Returns: Disneyland, Disney's California Adventure Park reopen to guests
Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Park reopened to visitors on Friday after an unprecedented 13-month closure in what tourism officials hope is a sign of the state’s rebound from the pandemic.
Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Park reopened to visitors on Friday after an unprecedented 13-month closure in what tourism officials hope is a sign of the state’s rebound from the pandemic.
Audit reveals lack of regulations for Atlanta late-night establishments
An independent audit shows the city of Atlanta is not routinely checking bars and clubs to see if they are complying with liquor license rules.
An independent audit shows the city of Atlanta is not routinely checking bars and clubs to see if they are complying with liquor license rules.
Disney Wish cruise ship unveiled by Disney Cruise Line
The Disney Cruise Line revealed much more information about its newest ship, the Disney Wish, in a grand reveal on Thursday morning.
The Disney Cruise Line revealed much more information about its newest ship, the Disney Wish, in a grand reveal on Thursday morning.
Disney Wish unveiled: Cruise line gives behind-the-scenes look
The CDC said on Thursday that cruises could possibly resume in mid-July, ending a months-long 'No Sail' order.
The CDC said on Thursday that cruises could possibly resume in mid-July, ending a months-long 'No Sail' order.
Atlanta official pushes to house more criminals at the city jail
Cleta Winslow, an Atlanta City Council member, believes criminals are flowing into the city because they have no fear of breaking the law and suffering the consequences.
Cleta Winslow, an Atlanta City Council member, believes criminals are flowing into the city because they have no fear of breaking the law and suffering the consequences.
Amazon to raise pay by up to $3 an hour for more than 500,000 workers
Amazon said Wednesday that it plans to give more than 500,000 of its workers a raise as it seeks to attract new workers.
Amazon said Wednesday that it plans to give more than 500,000 of its workers a raise as it seeks to attract new workers.
Atlanta police's warning to parents of boys selling water on streets
The Atlanta Police Department have tried polite persuasion with the water boys. At other times, they have confiscated cases of water. But that did not stop them from buying more and returning to their hustle in the middle of busy intersections.
The Atlanta Police Department have tried polite persuasion with the water boys. At other times, they have confiscated cases of water. But that did not stop them from buying more and returning to their hustle in the middle of busy intersections.
Facebook, Gucci file joint lawsuit against alleged online counterfeiter
The companies said the lawsuit is the first of its kind for Facebook and Gucci. It aims to serve as “a clear signal to those who would seek to engage in similar abuses that this behavior will not be tolerated.”
The companies said the lawsuit is the first of its kind for Facebook and Gucci. It aims to serve as “a clear signal to those who would seek to engage in similar abuses that this behavior will not be tolerated.”
Ex-Uber driver sentenced for raping passengers in California
Alarcon Nunez, 40, of Santa Maria was accused of sexually assaulting or stealing from intoxicated women who had ordered rides or whom he had picked up in 2017 and 2018 in Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties.
Alarcon Nunez, 40, of Santa Maria was accused of sexually assaulting or stealing from intoxicated women who had ordered rides or whom he had picked up in 2017 and 2018 in Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties.