Roswell developer creates user-friendly 'SMARTA' MARTA app for commuters
Frustrated with the official MARTA app, Roswell developer Chad Etzel decided to create his own solution, ultimately developing the "SMARTA" app. The app has since caught the attention of the public transit agency, which acknowledges the need for improvement.
The most iconic memes of 2024
From "Skibidi Toilet" to the Paris Olympics, these were the internet's most viral memes of 2024.
Nearly half a million Charmast power banks recalled due to fire hazards
About 488,000 Charmast power banks, model W1056, sold exclusively on Amazon.com, have been recalled due to fire and burn hazards.
Christmas gift cautionary tale: Lithium-ion battery dangers
The Robsons' home is covered from floor to ceiling in toxic black soot.
Drone sightings: No national security or public safety risk, US government agencies say
DHS, FBI, FAA and DoD issued a joint statement saying an investigation into recent reported drone sightings reveals no “national security or public safety risk.” Here's what to know.
Georgia Tech students revolutionize food distribution for local nonprofit
A group of eight Georgia Tech students used their capstone project to help transform the way a local nonprofit feeds people.
Trump on NJ drone mystery: 'The government knows what is happening'
President-elect Donald Trump said "the government knows what is happening" when asked about the New Jersey drone mystery during a wide-ranging Monday morning news conference..
Mysterious drones spotted in Atlanta among hundreds of sightings nationwide
Reports of mysterious drone sightings continue to come in from cities across the United States, including several in and around metro Atlanta. The flying objects were first spotted in the northeastern U.S. the week before Thanksgiving, and have since captivated the nation’s curiosity.
Nearly half of US teens say they are online ‘almost constantly,’ survey finds
Despite the increasing evidence of the negative impacts constant social media consumption has on young people’s mental health, nearly half say they are online “almost constantly."
Meta apologizes for Facebook, Instagram outages
Meta issued an apology after a widespread outage affected Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Messenger on Wednesday.
Georgia lawmakers lay groundwork for policy around AI ahead of legislative session
With the rise of artificial intelligence across dozens of industries, the possibilities—both good and bad—seem truly endless.
Marietta City Schools shares details on cellphone ban: 'It’s created a community among students'
The cell phone ban now in place for Marietta middle school students could be expanding to high school beginning next year.
AI-powered crimefighting dog 'Beth' patrols Atlanta apartment complex
An innovative approach to public safety is taking shape on Cleveland Avenue where a AI-powered robotic dogs was deploy to deter crime.
Wikipedia's most-viewed articles in 2024
Politics dominated Wikipedia’s most-viewed articles this year, but here’s a look at what else people were interested in reading about in 2024.
FBI warns to stop sending texts; here's what to do instead
One of the largest hacks in U.S. history has prompted more warnings about how to protect yourself from hackers, fraudsters and criminals.
Man targeted 14-year-old girl for sex using Snapchat, Coweta County deputies say
Brallan Martinez has been charged with child molestation, sodomy, and child sexual exploitation.
Social media user discovers Olive Garden breadstick with mysterious letters, numbers
A breadstick from popular restaurant chain Olive Garden has drawn attention on social media for seemingly having a few alphanumeric characters on it.
Australia is about to ban social media for anyone under 16; how it will work
The law would fine social media platforms like TikTok, Facebook, X, and Instagram for failing to stop children younger than 16 years old from having accounts.
Experts predict C-V2X technology will slash traffic fatalities by 80%
As you hit the road for the holidays, there's always a concern about accidents and bad drivers. Experts say new technology in the works could slash the amount of fatalities by up to 80-percent.
Family finds body of missing TikToker in the woods, Clayton County police say
After a week and a half of hoping for the best, loved ones of 31-year-old aspiring TikTok creator Jiare Schneider faced the worst outcome on Tuesday.