Spooked monkey at Spirit Halloween swings from rafters

Shoppers at a Spirit Halloween store in Texas were shocked to see a live monkey wearing a diaper swinging from the rafters.

Disney’s Magic Kingdom remains most visited park in the world, report says

Disney’s magic remained strong last year as Magic Kingdom was again the most visited theme park in the world, a new industry attendance report says. 

New Korean fried chicken restaurant brings late-night eats to Midtown

A new bb.q Chicken restaurant has opened on Peachtree Street in Midtown Atlanta, offering fresh Korean fried chicken, soju cocktails and late-night hours for hungry customers.

These states rank as the best for jobs in 2025, data suggests

Searching for a job is a lot of work given how competitive the market is, but sometimes the location could be effective in finding and landing an opportunity, according to a new report.

Federal Reserve issues 2nd rate cut of 2025

The Fed stayed course on its expected rate cut despite missing government data clouding the view of the economy amid the shutdown.

Indiana student admits Valentine’s Day shooting plot

A transgender high school student in Indiana accused of plotting a Valentine’s Day mass shooting has reached a plea deal.

Things to do this weekend in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | Oct. 31-Nov. 2, 2025

From Halloween parties and Día de los Muertos celebrations to live music, festivals, theater, gaming and family fun, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Train collides with Amazon truck in Union City

A train and Amazon truck collided Wednesday morning at Roosevelt Highway and Goodson Road in Union City.

Woman shot to death on Center Street in northwest Atlanta

The Atlanta Police Department is investigating after a woman was found shot in a car in northwest Atlanta.

Child injured in DeKalb County shooting

The DeKalb County Police Department is investigating after a child was injured in a shooting on Hightrail Court.

Atlanta mayor’s $800M 'Project Robin' could build new hospital

Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens is proposing an $800 million health initiative, “Project Robin," that could bring a new hospital to replace the closed Atlanta Medical Center and restore critical healthcare services for underserved residents.

Woman hit in face by duck on SeaWorld Orlando coaster, lawsuit says

An Orange County woman is suing SeaWorld after she was allegedly hit in the face by a duck while riding one of the park’s roller coasters earlier this year. 

APS unveils final plan to repurpose 16 schools, save millions

Atlanta Public Schools released a plan to repurpose 16 schools, saving up to $25 million annually and reducing capacity districtwide; several projects would rely on ESPLOST funding and begin after the 2026–2027 school year.