UPS layoffs signal economic warning, could impact metro Atlanta

UPS is cutting 20,000 jobs and closing 73 facilities, citing reduced business with Amazon and new tariff risks in its quarterly report.

South Fulton mayor gives 'farewell address' at State of the City

South Fulton's State of the City address comes a week after Mayor Khalid Kamau said he wouldn't seek re-election because the job didn't pay enough.

Scenic new trail leads to popular Sandy Springs park

Morgan Falls Overlook Park is one of the most popular outdoor destinations in Sandy Springs — and accessing the park from Roswell Road is about to get much more scenic.

Woman arrested after drugs found during East Point traffic stop

A routine traffic stop in East Point led to the arrest of a driver carrying trafficking-level quantities of Ecstasy, marijuana, cocaine, and other drugs.

Fulton County K9 Ian remembered in emotional memorial after cancer battle

Fulton County K9 Ian, a Belgian Malinois who served nearly eight years, was honored in a memorial service after dying from cancer four months post-retirement.

Young Thug discusses life after jail, Atlanta ban in new interview

In his first interview since taking his plea deal, rapper Young Thug is speaking out about his time in jail, his decade-long ban from Atlanta, and his new music.

South Fulton State of the City address scheduled for Thursday

South Fulton Mayor Khalid Kamau will deliver the State of the City address Thursday at 6 p.m. at the Southwest Arts Center.

Fulton County greenlights $76.8M mixed-use development project in Oakland City

Fulton County approved a multi-million-dollar plan to build hundreds of new apartment homes on Woodrow Street, near the Beltline in the Oakland City section.

South Fulton Police Department faces two tragedies in one week

The City of South Fulton is grappling with two devastating incidents involving its police department within a single week.

Atlanta Beltline murder trial: Testimony continues on Monday

The murder trial for the two men accused of killing 60-year-old Thomas "Tom" Arnold on Feb. 26, 2022, on the Atlanta Beltline continued on Monday in Fulton County.

Fugitive wanted for armed robbery shot dead by Fulton County police

A person was shot and killed by Fulton County police officers on Thursday afternoon, according to Fulton County Police Department.

Fulton County elementary teacher shot and killed by girlfriend, police say

Kaalynn Jackson was shot and killed over the weekend at her home, according to police. The 25-year-old was a teacher at Hamilton E. Homles Elementary School in Fulton County.

South Fulton mayor announces he will not seek re-election

South Fulton's mayor says he will not seek re-election, claiming that the salary for the job has forced him to sell his mother's house and go on food stamps.

Traffic alert: Multiple crashes disrupting traffic in metro Atlanta

Metro Atlanta drivers are facing a rough start to the morning commute with two major traffic disruptions reported near Spaghetti Junction.

Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta | April 25-27, 2025

From music festivals and food fairs to theater performances, art tours, and outdoor adventures, there's something happening for everyone between April 25–27.