Ex-security guard vows to sue Atlanta councilwoman after cemetery scuffle, firing

A former Atlanta security said he lost his job after an altercation at Oakland Cemetery involving Atlanta City Councilmember Liliana Bakhtiari. For the first time since the attack, that security guard spoke out.

Atlanta Wine & Jazz Fest postponed to 2025, ticket holders say refund requests ignored

Some Metro Atlanta residents who purchased tickets to the Atlanta Wine and Jazz Festival say they are frustrated after organizers postponed the event for a fourth time since its original date in May, and ultimately pushed it to next August.

Thousands attend annual Atlanta Pride Parade in Midtown

The streets of Midtown in Atlanta came alive with excitement and vibrant energy as thousands of people gathered for the annual Pride Parade. The event, a highlight of the city's Pride celebrations, kicked off at noon at the Atlanta Civic Center MARTA station.

Man shot in the chest in SW Atlanta

A 21-year-old man is recovering in the hospital after being shot in the chest Friday night.

Ryan Seacrest opens studio at new Arthur M. Blank Hospital in Atlanta

The new Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, Arthur M. Blank Hospital, celebrated a special addition Friday thanks to Georgia native and TV host Ryan Seacrest.

Hurricanes worsen IV fluid shortage at metro Atlanta hospitals

Hurricane Helene has caused a critical shortage of intravenous (IV) fluids in metro Atlanta, with at least one major hospital rationing supplies after receiving less than half of its usual shipment.

Pennsylvania man indicted for hate crime at Atlanta's Global Black Pride

Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis has announced an indictment against a Pennsylvania man accused of committing a hate crime during the Global Black Pride Celebration in August.

Oakland Cemetery incident: Police release body cam of officer responding to scuffle

Atlanta police released body cam video of an officer responding to a heated argument between an Atlanta City Council member and a security guard at Oakland Cemetery in southeast Atlanta.

Atlanta rapper T.I. announces retirement after December show

Atlanta native and rapper T.I. announced his upcoming retirement during a radio show appearance on Thursday.

Atlanta firefighter competing in international bodybuilding competition

One of Atlanta's first responders is putting herself on the line in a different kind of way at the Olympia Bodybuilding Competition.

Metro Atlanta woman turns tragedy into nonprofit to help families of shooting victims

After her fiance was shot to death while at work, Aaliyah Strong created her nonprofit to make sure no one impacted by gun violence should have to go it alone. Her work just got a major boost.

Republican lawmakers sue Georgia's State Election Board

A group of former state Republican lawmakers has filed a legal challenge against the Georgia State Election Board, alleging that the board has violated the separation of powers.

Atlanta City Council member, security guard clash at Oakland Cemetery

It began as an outing in Atlanta’s oldest public park. It ended up in a heated argument between an Atlanta City Council member and a security guard.

Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff visiting Georgia this week

Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff is returning to Georgia on Wednesday for a series of appearances in support of his wife, Vice President Kamala Harris, in her bid to become president of the United States.

Morehouse College partners with nonprofit to preserve historic building

Morehouse College is taking significant steps to preserve its oldest and most iconic building, Samuel T. Graves Hall, according to Urbanize Atlanta.