Black History Month celebrations in metro Atlanta | 2024
February is Black History Month, which is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time to recognize their central role in U.S. history. Here is a list of Black History Month celebrations in metro Atlanta.
February is Black History Month, which is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time to recognize their central role in U.S. history. Here is a list of Black History Month celebrations in metro Atlanta.
Arrest warrant issued for suspect in Atlanta's Mays High School shooting
An arrest warrant has been issued in connection to the shooting last week at Benjamin E. Mays High School in southwest Atlanta.
An arrest warrant has been issued in connection to the shooting last week at Benjamin E. Mays High School in southwest Atlanta.
Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens confirms plan to seek reelection in 2025
Dickens won in a runoff race against then-City Council President Felicia Moore on Nov. 30, 2021, to become the city's 61st mayor after incumber Keisha Lance Bottoms chose not to seek another term.
Dickens won in a runoff race against then-City Council President Felicia Moore on Nov. 30, 2021, to become the city's 61st mayor after incumber Keisha Lance Bottoms chose not to seek another term.
Barstool Sports' Dave Portnoy adopts dog from metro Atlanta animal shelter
One lucky dog from an animal shelter in metro Atlanta has a new home and her famous owner is raising money for the shelter.
One lucky dog from an animal shelter in metro Atlanta has a new home and her famous owner is raising money for the shelter.
Woman killed in fatal crash on Hamilton E. Holmes Drive in NW Atlanta
A fatal crash happened overnight in the 600 block of Hamilton E. Holmes Drive in the Collier Heights neighborhood in northwest Atlanta.
A fatal crash happened overnight in the 600 block of Hamilton E. Holmes Drive in the Collier Heights neighborhood in northwest Atlanta.
Metro Atlanta Jewish rabbis share experiences from recent Israel trip
Twenty-two leaders in metro Atlanta's Jewish community shared their experiences in a forum Sunday about their recent trip to Israel.
Twenty-two leaders in metro Atlanta's Jewish community shared their experiences in a forum Sunday about their recent trip to Israel.
People continue to march in support of Palestine in Atlanta
The dire situation in Rafah has Atlanta pro-Palestinian marchers back on the streets, again demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.
The dire situation in Rafah has Atlanta pro-Palestinian marchers back on the streets, again demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.
Metro Atlanta teen gets perfect SAT score on her 1st try
The metro Atlanta high school junior thought she'd just take the SAT for practice to see what subjects she needed to study. She got a perfect score on her first try.
The metro Atlanta high school junior thought she'd just take the SAT for practice to see what subjects she needed to study. She got a perfect score on her first try.
Grant Street shooting: Man shot, killed in southeast Atlanta neighborhood
A southeast Atlanta shooting left a man dead on Friday evening.
A southeast Atlanta shooting left a man dead on Friday evening.
3 construction vehicles vandalized in downtown Atlanta, police say
Atlanta police say 3 construction vehicles have been vandalized at 191 Peachtree Street NE near Peactree Center Avenue NE in downtown Atlanta.
Atlanta police say 3 construction vehicles have been vandalized at 191 Peachtree Street NE near Peactree Center Avenue NE in downtown Atlanta.
Councilmen on water appeals board: Member can ignore city's legal advice
A months-long investigation by the FOX 5 I-Team has explored outrageous water bills with phantom origins. It has also caught the attention of the Atlanta Utilities Committee after the city's appeals board refused to adjust the bills.
A months-long investigation by the FOX 5 I-Team has explored outrageous water bills with phantom origins. It has also caught the attention of the Atlanta Utilities Committee after the city's appeals board refused to adjust the bills.
Metro Atlanta residents convicted in $11.1M PPP fraud scheme
Teldrin Foster, a Decatur resident, and Carla Jackson, a Tucker resident, have been convicted by a jury for their involvement in schemes to steal Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) funds amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.
Teldrin Foster, a Decatur resident, and Carla Jackson, a Tucker resident, have been convicted by a jury for their involvement in schemes to steal Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) funds amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.
Donzaleigh Abernathy reflects on Atlanta school integration: 'We stood up and did our part'
In 1965, Donzaleigh Abernathy - the daughter of civil rights leader Ralph David Abernathy, Sr. - was one of the first Black students to integrate the classrooms at Atlanta's Spring Street School.
In 1965, Donzaleigh Abernathy - the daughter of civil rights leader Ralph David Abernathy, Sr. - was one of the first Black students to integrate the classrooms at Atlanta's Spring Street School.
Mays High School shooting: Lawmakers split on gun control measures, tougher penalties
Several school shootings in metro Atlanta have prompted state and local lawmakers to react and renew the debate over youth gun violence.
Several school shootings in metro Atlanta have prompted state and local lawmakers to react and renew the debate over youth gun violence.
Students return to Benjamin E. Mays High School after Wednesday's shooting
There was a visible police presence on the campus of Benjamin E. Mays High School in southwest Atlanta on Thursday morning.
There was a visible police presence on the campus of Benjamin E. Mays High School in southwest Atlanta on Thursday morning.
Mother calls for pedestrian safety along Atlanta parkway after daughter’s hit-and-run death
An Ohio mother wants city and state leaders here in Georgia to take action and make a state highway safer for pedestrians.
An Ohio mother wants city and state leaders here in Georgia to take action and make a state highway safer for pedestrians.
Balloon Museum exhibition really 'pops' at Atlanta’s Pullman Yards
A unique immersive experience is "taking flight" in Atlanta starting this weekend.
A unique immersive experience is "taking flight" in Atlanta starting this weekend.
Jennifer Lopez bringing 'This Is Me...Now' tour to Atlanta
Actor, dancer and singer Jennifer Lopez has announced a tour for her new album "This Is Me...Now," which is being released Feb. 16.
Actor, dancer and singer Jennifer Lopez has announced a tour for her new album "This Is Me...Now," which is being released Feb. 16.
Atlanta mayor officiates at Valentine's Day wedding for 11 couples
Love filled Piedmont Park on Valentine's Day as Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens officiated at a mass wedding.
Love filled Piedmont Park on Valentine's Day as Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens officiated at a mass wedding.
Nobu Hotels celebrating Japanese art, culture ahead of 'Shōgun' premiere
In an exciting collaboration, FX and Nobu Hospitality have teamed up to transport guests into the captivating world of Japanese art and culture ahead of the premiere of the 10-episode limited series FX's Shōgun, a modern adaptation of James Clavell’s renowned novel.
In an exciting collaboration, FX and Nobu Hospitality have teamed up to transport guests into the captivating world of Japanese art and culture ahead of the premiere of the 10-episode limited series FX's Shōgun, a modern adaptation of James Clavell’s renowned novel.