Program could give some Atlanta residents monthly paycheck

Some individuals in the city of Atlanta may soon be eligible for a monthly paycheck with no strings attached.

Atlanta child murders: Utah lab to examine old DNA evidence

Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms said investigators with the Atlanta Police Department are traveling to a Utah lab as part of the reopening of the Atlanta child murders case.

Keisha Lance Bottoms hosts last runway race for scholarships as mayor

The flat course led to fast times at Saturday's 5K on the 5th Runway event, which raised money for scholarships and United Way. 

Atlanta tackling two health crises: COVID-19 and crime

Crime and COVID-19 were the topics for Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms during an 11 a.m. press conference Tuesday morning.

COVID-19 hospitalizations surpass 2,500 for first time since February, state says

Current hospitalizations from COVID-19 have surpassed 2,500, numbers not reported by the Georgia Department of Public Health since this past February.

Kemp takes jab at Atlanta mayor's mask mandate

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp is openly criticizing Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms' decision to issue an executive order mandating masks be worn in indoor public places.

Atlanta mayor announces $70M plan to combat violent crime

The Anti-Violence Advisory Council recommends investing $70 million to fund nine critical initiatives. This includes expanding programs focused on violence prevention, local security planning, focus on violent repeat offenders, and installing new streetlights in high violence areas.

Family of Secoriea Turner sues city of Atlanta, Wendy's for her death

The parents of Secoriea Turner, the 8-year-old girl shot and killed in Atlanta at the Wendy's where Rayshard Brooks was killed weeks earlier, have filed a lawsuit against the city of Atlanta over her death.

Mayor Bottoms will not seek re-election, releases letter

Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms announced she will not be seeking a second term, according to sources close to the mayor.

Atlanta mayor to address public safety during press conference

Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms will hold a press conference addressing public safety on Tuesday morning, the city announced. 

Atlanta police officers to get bonuses

Some extra cash for the younger police officers in Atlanta may be one more argument to persuade them to remain with the Atlanta force.

Statue of late-Congressman John Lewis installed at Atlanta park

John Lewis, a foot soldier in the civil rights movement and one of the nation's celebrated statesmen, will soon be immortalized in one of Atlanta’s newest parks.

Civil leaders ask Atlanta City Council to keep jail open

Three of the most influential organizations in Atlanta have a message for the political leadership in the city.

Atlanta mayor issues order to mitigate impact of SB 202, officials say

Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms on Tuesday issued an administrative order aimed at expanding access to voting for Atlanta residents.