Sylvan Hills vegan restaurant vows to stay despite crime
A southwest Atlanta restaurant says repeated break-ins are threatening its future, and owners are now asking for community support to help cover the cost of beefed-up security.
Things to do this weekend & Labor Day Weekend | Aug. 29-Sept. 1, 2025
The holiday weekend is here, and whether you’re in the mood for concerts, food, football, or outdoor adventures, there’s something on the calendar for everyone.
Atlanta opens first city-run grocery store to fight food insecurity
Atlanta opened its first municipal grocery store, Azalea Fresh Market, inside the historic Olympia Building.
White House, RFK backs CDC shake-up, union rep expresses concern
The White House defended removing CDC Director Susan Monarez, saying she was not aligned with President Trump’s health agenda.
Metro Atlanta Labor Day weekend forecast: Mild holiday weekend ahead
Labor Day weekend in metro Atlanta will feature mild temperatures and below-average highs.
White House names Jim O’Neill acting CDC director after Monarez ouster
The White House appointed HHS Deputy Secretary Jim O’Neill as acting CDC director after Susan Monarez was dismissed.
17-year-old arrested for shooting at Holmes MARTA station
MARTA police arrested 17-year-old Gabriel Webb-Williams in connection with an Aug. 13 shooting at H.E. Holmes rail station.
Atlanta Journal-Constitution to end print edition at end of year
After more than 150 years in business, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution will end its print edition at the end of December.
New historic marker honors Atlanta legal trailblazer
One of Atlanta's first African-American woman attorneys will be honored on Thursday with a historic marker in the park that bears her name.
Police searching for 2 'dangerous' suspects in shooting on MARTA train
Do you recognize this man and woman? Police say they're wanted for a shooting that happened on a MARTA train and should be considered armed and dangerous.
Atlanta City Councilman believes city will sign jail lease with Fulton County
Fulton County Sheriff Patrick Labat is sounding the alarm over what might happen if the city doesn't renew a lease with the county.
Grady launches state-of-the-art emergency medical helicopter
Grady Memorial Hospital's new medical helicopter will soon take to the skies to provide quick access to life-saving trauma care across the region.
Catholic school shooting: Atlanta archbishop calls for gun reform
The Archbishop of Atlanta called for gun control after a mass shooting at a Minnesota Catholic school killed two children and injured 17 others, according to police. Aug. 27, 2025
Police searching for suspected gunman in Cheetah Lounge shooting
Do you know this man? Police say he's accused of shooting a person in the leg during a fight at Atlanta's Cheetah Lounge nightclub.
Atlanta named 4th buggiest city in the US, study finds
Hate the sight of six-legged creepy crawlies? Atlanta may not be the best city for you.
Metro Atlanta weather: Cool start for Wednesday, low humidity
North Georgia is starting to feel a hint of fall just in time for the Labor Day weekend, with cooler mornings, lower humidity, and only small chances of rain on the way.
Atlanta Dogwood Festival in need of $250K, or it could end
The Atlanta Dogwood Festival says it needs $250,000 by Nov. 1, or it will be forced to close before its 90th year.
Cascade Road reopens after years of work
The Cascafe Complete Streets project is finished, almost 3.5 years after it started.
Mario Guevara: Judge to hear case of Atlanta journalist held by ICE
A federal judge will hear arguments Wednesday on journalist Mario Guevara’s release from ICE custody.
Man wanted for gas station murder arrested at YFN Lucci concert, police say
A man who police say was wanted for a deadly shooting in June is in custody after police say he was spotted and caught at YFN Lucci's concert at State Farm Arena.