Atlanta Bites: Special events, new menu items and more | May 2025
Information on the latest events, restaurant openings, dining/food/drink specials, menu changes and more in metro Atlanta.
Information on the latest events, restaurant openings, dining/food/drink specials, menu changes and more in metro Atlanta.
Buckhead water outage: Repairs complete, boil water advisory lifted
Repairs have been completed on what was previously reported as a water outage along Northside Parkway near Howell Mill Road.
Repairs have been completed on what was previously reported as a water outage along Northside Parkway near Howell Mill Road.
BioLab fire report reveals 'disturbing' lack of safeguards for chemical storage, agency says
A new report investigating last year's BioLab 0fire has revealed what officials are calling a “disturbing” lack of safeguards in how the plant stored corrosive chemicals.
A new report investigating last year's BioLab 0fire has revealed what officials are calling a “disturbing” lack of safeguards in how the plant stored corrosive chemicals.
Marietta named America's Most Generous City by GoFundMe
When it comes to giving back, one city in metro Atlanta has opened their hearts and wallets more than any other in the country.
When it comes to giving back, one city in metro Atlanta has opened their hearts and wallets more than any other in the country.
Scammers targeting Georgia drivers with fake ticket text messages
Scammers are targeting Georgia drivers using threatening text messages about phony traffic tickets, and officials want to make sure you don't get fooled.
Scammers are targeting Georgia drivers using threatening text messages about phony traffic tickets, and officials want to make sure you don't get fooled.
R&B singer Jaheim charged with animal cruelty in Fulton County
Grammy-nominated R&B singer Jaheim is accused of failing to provide enough food, water, and ventilation to half a dozen dogs at his Fulton County home.
Grammy-nominated R&B singer Jaheim is accused of failing to provide enough food, water, and ventilation to half a dozen dogs at his Fulton County home.
Man hospitalized after shooting on Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway
A man has been rushed to the hospital following a shooting on Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway in northwest Atlanta overnight.
A man has been rushed to the hospital following a shooting on Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway in northwest Atlanta overnight.
Dalton college student on immigration case: 'I do live in fear now. So does my family.'
Ximena Arias-Cristobal, a Dalton teen brought to the U.S. as a child, was released from ICE custody last week after being mistakenly pulled over by police and detained for over two weeks.
Ximena Arias-Cristobal, a Dalton teen brought to the U.S. as a child, was released from ICE custody last week after being mistakenly pulled over by police and detained for over two weeks.
Kool & the Gang's Michael Sumler dies in Georgia car crash at 71
Michael Sumler, known as "Chicago Mike," died in a car crash in Georgia's Cobb County; he was a longtime member of Kool & the Gang.
Michael Sumler, known as "Chicago Mike," died in a car crash in Georgia's Cobb County; he was a longtime member of Kool & the Gang.
Northeast Georgia Animal Shelter faces critical capacity, seeks immediate dog adoptions
The Northeast Georgia Animal Shelter is at critical capacity and needs at least 10 dogs adopted or rescued by May 30 to avoid euthanasia.
The Northeast Georgia Animal Shelter is at critical capacity and needs at least 10 dogs adopted or rescued by May 30 to avoid euthanasia.
Three arrested in connection to Utah woman’s body found near Atlanta cemetery on Easter Sunday
Three suspects were arrested in connection to the murder of Angela Yajahira Cortes Villegas, a 20-year-old Utah woman found dead on Easter Sunday in Atlanta.
Three suspects were arrested in connection to the murder of Angela Yajahira Cortes Villegas, a 20-year-old Utah woman found dead on Easter Sunday in Atlanta.
Man sought in Buckhead MARTA Station arson
An arsonist set a fire inside the Buckhead MARTA station on May 18 and remains at large; the attack is considered rare and unusual by Atlanta Fire investigators.
An arsonist set a fire inside the Buckhead MARTA station on May 18 and remains at large; the attack is considered rare and unusual by Atlanta Fire investigators.
DeKalb County launches major water main replacement project along College Avenue
DeKalb County will replace over a mile of water main pipes along College Avenue starting June 9, as part of a $4.27 billion capital improvement program.
DeKalb County will replace over a mile of water main pipes along College Avenue starting June 9, as part of a $4.27 billion capital improvement program.
Kroger drivers in Clayton County authorize strike amid stalled contract talks
Kroger reported significant profits, but the union accuses the company of delaying talks and failing to offer a fair contract.
Kroger reported significant profits, but the union accuses the company of delaying talks and failing to offer a fair contract.
Griffin Police nab 16-year-old suspect in string of car break-ins
Griffin Police have arrested a 16-year-old in connection with a string of vehicle break-ins and thefts in the Coldwater Subdivision.
Griffin Police have arrested a 16-year-old in connection with a string of vehicle break-ins and thefts in the Coldwater Subdivision.
Man may be linked to deadly home invasion in Lithonia, police say
DeKalb County Police seek public assistance to identify a suspect in a fatal home invasion on May 16 in Lithonia.
DeKalb County Police seek public assistance to identify a suspect in a fatal home invasion on May 16 in Lithonia.
DeKalb County to replace water mains along Peachtree Industrial Boulevard
A major infrastructure project aimed at improving water service capacity in DeKalb County is set to begin July 7.
A major infrastructure project aimed at improving water service capacity in DeKalb County is set to begin July 7.
Fulton County Animal Shelter overcrowded by 73 dogs, waiving some adoption fees
Fulton County Animal Services is experiencing severe overcrowding, exceeding its target capacity by over 73 dogs, and urgently needs public assistance.
Fulton County Animal Services is experiencing severe overcrowding, exceeding its target capacity by over 73 dogs, and urgently needs public assistance.
Line Creek Brewing to release 'Minix 145' beer in honor of fallen officer's birthday
A brewery in south metro Atlanta plans to honor a fallen officer on what would have been his thirty-third birthday.
A brewery in south metro Atlanta plans to honor a fallen officer on what would have been his thirty-third birthday.
Georgia House Democrats launch statewide town hall tour Tuesday
Georgia House Democrats launched a statewide town hall tour Tuesday in LaGrange to connect with voters ahead of the 2026 midterms.
Georgia House Democrats launched a statewide town hall tour Tuesday in LaGrange to connect with voters ahead of the 2026 midterms.