Atlanta mayor gives stern warning to 'nuisance' businesses by taking them to court

Atlanta claims Encore Hookah Lounge is a a "public nuisance" and is trying to shut down the establishment. A security guard was killed there by a club patron last month.

Atlanta crime: Police recruiting, street racing, catching repeat offenders are public safety priorities

Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens and Police Chief Rodney Bryant said city hall and the police department are stepping up efforts to recruit police officers and targeting repeat offenders and known gang members. 

Atlanta police recruits turned away from drug screening over unpaid city bill

Before an officer can earn the badge from the Atlanta Police Department, they must go to a Midtown Atlanta lab and undergo a drug screen. It is part of the city's background check.

Atlanta police recruits offered housing incentives

Mayor Andre Dickens got behind a different idea to try to make a job with the Atlanta Police Department more attractive.

Atlanta police experience hiring delays

Amid a pledge to accelerate the hiring of police officers in Atlanta, the newest recruit class is unable to start training.

Atlanta mayor-elect Andre Dickens announces inauguration plans

Mayor-elect Andre Dickens will be sworn in at his alma mater, Georgia Institute of Technology, during a ceremony set for 1 p.m. at Bobby Dodd Stadium.

Atlanta Mayor-elect Andre Dickens tests positive for COVID-19, reports mild symptoms

Atlanta Mayor-elect Andre Dickens said he has tested positive for COVID-19 but is only experiencing mild symptoms. Dickens said he is fully vaccinated against the virus.

Who is Atlanta mayor-elect Andre Dickens?

Atlanta City Councilman Andre Dickens is now Mayor-elect of Atlanta. Here's what you need to know about Atlanta's next mayor.