BBB warns of fake QR codes: Metro Atlanta residents report finding in parking garages

As if finding parking around Metro Atlanta wasn’t hard enough, officials with the Better Business Bureau are warning consumers to watch out for fake QR codes some Metro Atlanta residents said they’ve spotted in parking garages around the city.

Atlanta-based Marine Corps vet uses experience to train Ukrainians fighting Russian invasion

An Atlanta Marine Corps veteran and entrepreneur is doing what he can to help fight Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. He’s training a handful of civilians in military combat.

Ossoff pushes reopening of free Atlanta Job Corps

Sen. Jon Ossoff, D-Ga., has launched an inquiry with the Department of Labor to figure out what's going on with the federally-funded Atlanta Jobs Corps program.

Garbage truck takes out trash, power in Midtown Atlanta too

A sanitation worker accidentally took out more than just the trash Wednesday afternoon. He knocked out the power for nearly 500 customers in Midtown Atlanta.

Atlanta woman wanted for travel insurance fraud after altering COVID test

Takeidra Davis, a 37-year-old resident of Atlanta, has been charged with insurance fraud and forgery after allegedly attempting to deceive a travel insurance company, according to an announcement made by Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner John F. King today.

Repo man injured in shooting crashes, causes power outage in SW Atlanta

A confrontation and shooting in southwest Atlanta ended with a crash that sent a repo man to the hospital and left a neighborhood in the dark.

Atlanta DJ organizes free workouts in Piedmont Park

Hills4ATL is a free weekly workout that takes place at Piedmont Park on Wednesday evenings -- and the "fitness family" it created just keeps growing.

Atlanta to host celebration to mark 1st day of sales for John Lewis Stamp

A stamp honoring late Congressman John Lewis will be released soon, and you're invited to a special dedication celebrating the civil rights leader.

Georgia Democratic lawmaker jumps to Republican Party after deep disagreements

A Georgia state legislator from Atlanta switched to the Republican Party on Tuesday, after being at odds with Democrats for reasons including her support for school vouchers and disciplining prosecutors.

City checking Atlanta roads for failures to prevent future sinkholes

Atlanta city officials say there are checks being done routinely to try to spot and correct road failure that could turn into a giant sinkhole. 

Atlanta city council committee passes legislation requiring gas station surveillance cameras

Atlanta city leaders are moving forward with plans to require gas stations to install high-definition surveillance cameras after efforts to pass the measure hit a snag last year. 

The 'steaks' are high at unique new Japanese restaurant

A new Japanese steakhouse in Buckhead promises a one-of-a-kind dining experience for customers — especially those who don’t mind letting the chef make all the decisions.