Australia to reveal laws to make Google, Facebook pay for news
Australia’s government will soon reveal in Parliament legislation that would make Facebook and Google pay for journalism.
Australia’s government will soon reveal in Parliament legislation that would make Facebook and Google pay for journalism.
Secretary of State Pompeo to speak at Georgia Tech as Senate run-offs loom
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is expected to address threats posed by China in an address to Georgia Tech this week.
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is expected to address threats posed by China in an address to Georgia Tech this week.
Delta Air Lines holiday flying safety measures
There have certainly been some kitchen table chats about whether you will fly this holiday season to either get out of town or to see family. The CDC says stay home if you can. But if you can’t, Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastion discusses the safety measures the Atlanta-based airline is taking.
There have certainly been some kitchen table chats about whether you will fly this holiday season to either get out of town or to see family. The CDC says stay home if you can. But if you can’t, Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastion discusses the safety measures the Atlanta-based airline is taking.
Most street racers in Atlanta are from out-of-town, police confirm
It has been suspected, Friday Atlanta police confirmed the majority of individuals who have been keeping residents up at night street racing don’t even live in the city.
It has been suspected, Friday Atlanta police confirmed the majority of individuals who have been keeping residents up at night street racing don’t even live in the city.
Atlanta's 911 call center short staffed
There is a critical staffing problem in the Emergency 911 Communications Center.
There is a critical staffing problem in the Emergency 911 Communications Center.
Facebook to remove false claims about COVID-19 vaccines
The social network said it will remove any Facebook or Instagram posts with false information about COVID-19 vaccines that have been debunked by public health experts.
The social network said it will remove any Facebook or Instagram posts with false information about COVID-19 vaccines that have been debunked by public health experts.
Business leaders, law enforcement unveil Buckhead security plan
The plan includes creating a strategic grid of license plate readers and cameras throughout Buckhead and increasing security patrols in both residential and commercial areas.
The plan includes creating a strategic grid of license plate readers and cameras throughout Buckhead and increasing security patrols in both residential and commercial areas.
Georgia State University police chief resigns after second DUI arrest
Georgia State University Police Chief Joe Spillane resigned last week after his second DUI arrest during his tenure.
Georgia State University Police Chief Joe Spillane resigned last week after his second DUI arrest during his tenure.
US tightens definition of service animals allowed on planes, Delta reviewing changes
The government has decided that when it comes to air travel, only dogs can be service animals, and companions used for emotional support don’t count.
The government has decided that when it comes to air travel, only dogs can be service animals, and companions used for emotional support don’t count.
Starbucks offering free coffee for frontline workers in December
Starbucks is stepping up to once again offer free coffee to front-line workers amid the ongoing pandemic.
Starbucks is stepping up to once again offer free coffee to front-line workers amid the ongoing pandemic.
Massive fight at Atlantic Station leads to chaos
Teens from across Atlanta and the city of Decatur were among the 300 juveniles police say came to Atlantic Station to fight. Bystanders recorded the chaotic scene. The photos and videos are now making the rounds on social media.
Teens from across Atlanta and the city of Decatur were among the 300 juveniles police say came to Atlantic Station to fight. Bystanders recorded the chaotic scene. The photos and videos are now making the rounds on social media.
UGA athletics director Greg McGarity announces retirement
After 10 years at the University of Georgia, Director of Athletics Greg McGarity will retire at the end of the year.
After 10 years at the University of Georgia, Director of Athletics Greg McGarity will retire at the end of the year.
Disney increases layoffs to 32,000 workers by March 2021
The coronavirus pandemic continues to hurt businesses across the world and Disney is no exception. On Wednesday, Disney provided an update on the company's finances and it says it plans to let thousands of workers go in 2021.
The coronavirus pandemic continues to hurt businesses across the world and Disney is no exception. On Wednesday, Disney provided an update on the company's finances and it says it plans to let thousands of workers go in 2021.
Atlanta crime statistics show increase in murders compared to 2019
With about a month left in the year, Atlanta has already surpassed the number of murders compared to 2019.
With about a month left in the year, Atlanta has already surpassed the number of murders compared to 2019.
Councilman's truck taken, keys left in vehicle
Authorities say a teen, brandishing a semi-automatic pistol, walked onto the property of an Atlanta city councilman.
Authorities say a teen, brandishing a semi-automatic pistol, walked onto the property of an Atlanta city councilman.
Family of man shot by Georgia trooper to sue state for money
Relatives of man who was shot to death by a Georgia state trooper now charged with murder plan to sue the state for wrongful death.
Relatives of man who was shot to death by a Georgia state trooper now charged with murder plan to sue the state for wrongful death.
2 students from Georgia among those named Rhodes Scholars
Two students from the Atlanta area have been chosen among the 32 U.S. Rhodes Scholars for 2021.
Two students from the Atlanta area have been chosen among the 32 U.S. Rhodes Scholars for 2021.
Atlanta city councilman proposes bonuses for police officers who stay
Atlanta officers have been quitting at an alarming rate. At the same time, crime has gone up since people left their shelters due to the coronavirus and have come outside.
Atlanta officers have been quitting at an alarming rate. At the same time, crime has gone up since people left their shelters due to the coronavirus and have come outside.
Apple security official indicted in gun-permit scheme: Santa Clara County DA
Santa Clara County District Attorney Jeff Rosen said undersheriff Rick Sung and sheriff's Capt. James Jensen withheld four gun permits for Apple employees until security official Thomas Moyer promised to donate 200 iPads worth $70,000.
Santa Clara County District Attorney Jeff Rosen said undersheriff Rick Sung and sheriff's Capt. James Jensen withheld four gun permits for Apple employees until security official Thomas Moyer promised to donate 200 iPads worth $70,000.
Woman smacks boyfriend on the head during Disneyland proposal, says she thought he was 'trolling'
A woman’s unexpected reaction to her boyfriend proposing to her during a trip to Disneyland may not have made the moment as magical as the couple probably would’ve wanted, but at least it made them viral stars.
A woman’s unexpected reaction to her boyfriend proposing to her during a trip to Disneyland may not have made the moment as magical as the couple probably would’ve wanted, but at least it made them viral stars.