UPS agrees to sell its freight-brokerage division for less than it paid for the business in 2015

United Parcel Service said Sunday it agreed to sell its Coyote Logistics division to RXO for just over $1 billion — less than it paid for the freight-brokerage company in 2015 — to focus more on its core package-delivery business.

Amazon shifting to recycled paper filling for packages in North America

Amazon is ditching plastic air pillows for recycled paper packaging in North America, aiming to completely make the switch by the end of the year to boost eco-friendliness and reduce waste​.

UGA-developed nasal COVID-19 vaccine heading to clinical trials

University of Georgia researchers have developed a new nasal COVID-19 vaccine, and it's heading for clinical trials soon.

DeKalb County CEO-elect: 'I look forward to doing the job'

Lorraine Cochran-Johnson addressed reporters Wednesday afternoon after handily winning her runoff election on Tuesday.

Explicit photo of Cobb County teen shared among classmates, mother calls for accountability

A Cobb County mother is continuing her push for accountability after she says that a sexually explicit photo her daughter sent to a classmate was shared among other students in her grade. 

DeKalb residents concerned over lack of ‘representation’ amid commission vacancies 

It’s been months since former DeKalb County commissioners Lorraine Cochran-Johnson and Larry Johnson vacated their seats—as required by law— to run for higher office. Their bids for DeKalb County CEO leave 10 to 20% of county residents underrepresented, according to county election officials.  

Atlanta water crisis: City Council approves small business relief plan

Many Atlanta business are still recovering from the financial impact of the water main breaks that left most of the city without water for days. The city is hoping a $5-million relief fund will help

Buckhead steakhouse 2022 shooting: APD defends response at family, friends protests

The family and friends of Nygil Cullins gathered Friday outside the Buckhead restaurant where he was killed by Atlanta police in 2022. The demonstration comes days after the Atlanta Police Department released the 911 calls and surveillance video from the incident. 

Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta | June 14-16, 2024

This vibrant weekend lineup includes everything from iconic musical performances to Juneteenth celebrations, providing something for everyone to enjoy.

City of Atlanta talks about Summer Safety Plan, Tuesday's shootings

Mayor Andre Dickens, Atlanta Police Chief Darin Schierbaum and Atlanta Fire Rescue Department Chief Rod Smith spoke about their Summer Safety Plan for the City of Atlanta and two major shooting incidents that took place on Tuesday during a press conference on Wednesday morning. 

Former longtime Georgia Tech athletic director Homer Rice dies at 97

Homer Rice, who as athletic director hired some of Georgia Tech’s most successful coaches and implemented the school’s Total Person Program, has died at 97.