Atlanta councilwoman calls for MARTA safety plan after incidents
After recent escalator malfunctions and shootings at MARTA stations, an Atlanta city councilwoman wants to make sure the agency is doing everything it can to keep its riders safe.
After recent escalator malfunctions and shootings at MARTA stations, an Atlanta city councilwoman wants to make sure the agency is doing everything it can to keep its riders safe.
Toddler dies in accidental drowning at southeast Atlanta home
A toddler drowned in southeast Atlanta on Saturday.
A toddler drowned in southeast Atlanta on Saturday.
Atlanta Track Club donates more than $40K to Officer David Rose's family
The Atlanta Track Club raised thousands of dollars for Ofc. David Rose's family though Atlanta's Finest 5k.
The Atlanta Track Club raised thousands of dollars for Ofc. David Rose's family though Atlanta's Finest 5k.
Atlanta police identify suspect known as ‘BayBay,' still searching for man
Police said they have identified a man known as Baybay who they were searching for in connection with an assault in Northwest Atlanta.
Police said they have identified a man known as Baybay who they were searching for in connection with an assault in Northwest Atlanta.
Missing metro Atlanta cousins found after urgent search
Brooklyn Reeves and Taylen Boykins were found after an urgent search for them Friday night.
Brooklyn Reeves and Taylen Boykins were found after an urgent search for them Friday night.
Team of goats deployed by railroad to clear invasive kudzu at Inman Yard
Atlanta railyard to battle kudzu, eyeing expansion to Austell and Doraville sites.
Atlanta railyard to battle kudzu, eyeing expansion to Austell and Doraville sites.
Boy from Gaza comes to Atlanta, begins treatment after losing legs in airstrike
An 11-year-old boy from Gaza lost his legs in an airstrike last year.
An 11-year-old boy from Gaza lost his legs in an airstrike last year.
Road Rage on Highway 166: Two young girls injured in Atlanta shooting
A suspect is in custody after two girls were grazed by a bullet in what police say was a road rage shooting on Highway 166 on Friday morning.
A suspect is in custody after two girls were grazed by a bullet in what police say was a road rage shooting on Highway 166 on Friday morning.
ATVs, dirt bikes stolen from Atlanta storage units, police say
Atlanta police are searching for a group of thieves who made off with multiple ATVs and dirt bikes after breaking into multiple storage units.
Atlanta police are searching for a group of thieves who made off with multiple ATVs and dirt bikes after breaking into multiple storage units.
Man reportedly robbed at Regal Atlantic Station, police ask for help
Atlanta police are seeking help identifying a man in a July 5 robbery at the Regal Atlantic Station parking garage.
Atlanta police are seeking help identifying a man in a July 5 robbery at the Regal Atlantic Station parking garage.
Vote | Metro Atlanta speech therapist competing for 'Most Benevolent Beard'
Kevin Simmons, a pediatric speech pathologist known for sensory-friendly haircuts, is a finalist for Wahl’s “Most Benevolent Beard in America.”
Kevin Simmons, a pediatric speech pathologist known for sensory-friendly haircuts, is a finalist for Wahl’s “Most Benevolent Beard in America.”
Emory Healthcare laying off financial services employees
Emory Healthcare has confirmed it is reducing its workforce within the Financial Services department.
Emory Healthcare has confirmed it is reducing its workforce within the Financial Services department.
CDC Atlanta shooting: Emory police officer confronted gunman, records show
Officer Mark Morgan of Emory University Police fired at gunman Patrick Joseph White during the shooting at the CDC campus.
Officer Mark Morgan of Emory University Police fired at gunman Patrick Joseph White during the shooting at the CDC campus.
Jonathan Hunt appointed interim CEO of MARTA; board creates strategic advisory group
Jonathan Hunt, MARTA's chief legal counsel, appointed as interim CEO, supported by a strategic advisory group led by former MARTA chief Keith Parker.
Jonathan Hunt, MARTA's chief legal counsel, appointed as interim CEO, supported by a strategic advisory group led by former MARTA chief Keith Parker.
Man wanted in deadly shooting on Collier Drive arrested in Cobb County
Tije Sorells has been arrested in Cobb County and faces charges of murder, aggravated assault, and possession of a firearm during a felony.
Tije Sorells has been arrested in Cobb County and faces charges of murder, aggravated assault, and possession of a firearm during a felony.
Texas man mysteriously disappears from Atlanta airport: search intensifies
Rashon Barney, a 27-year-old from Houston, was last seen at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport on August 2.
Rashon Barney, a 27-year-old from Houston, was last seen at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport on August 2.
Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | Aug. 15-17, 2025
Metro Atlanta is buzzing this weekend with everything from art festivals and block parties to live music, comedy, and food events.
Metro Atlanta is buzzing this weekend with everything from art festivals and block parties to live music, comedy, and food events.
ABFF bringing festival to 4 major cities, including Atlanta
The American Black Film Festival is launching a new Pop-Up Tour this fall, bringing films, celebrity talks, and panels to New York, Atlanta, Dallas, and Los Angeles between October and December 2025.
The American Black Film Festival is launching a new Pop-Up Tour this fall, bringing films, celebrity talks, and panels to New York, Atlanta, Dallas, and Los Angeles between October and December 2025.
Georgia Tech project helping Atlanta residents escape the heat
In the middle of the dog days of summer in Georgia, it can feel like there’s no way to escape the heat. That can be especially true in underserved communities. So the experts at Georgia Tech are trying to help.
In the middle of the dog days of summer in Georgia, it can feel like there’s no way to escape the heat. That can be especially true in underserved communities. So the experts at Georgia Tech are trying to help.
Atlanta mayor to outline second-term plans ahead of Nov. 4 election
Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens plans to officially qualify next week for his re-election bid.
Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens plans to officially qualify next week for his re-election bid.