World Cup Atlanta: Fan Festival gates reopen after brief closure
A capacity crowd forced officials to temporarily shut the gates at Centennial Olympic Park Friday afternoon just hours after the fan festival reopened from severe weather disruptions. However, the gates have since reopened.
A capacity crowd forced officials to temporarily shut the gates at Centennial Olympic Park Friday afternoon just hours after the fan festival reopened from severe weather disruptions. However, the gates have since reopened.
Atlanta man arrested after assault at Monroe assisted living home
Monroe County deputies arrested a 39-year-old Atlanta man Friday morning after he allegedly broke into an assisted living home, assaulted an employee and stole computer equipment, according to the sheriff's office.
Monroe County deputies arrested a 39-year-old Atlanta man Friday morning after he allegedly broke into an assisted living home, assaulted an employee and stole computer equipment, according to the sheriff's office.
Court restores Ohio rules limiting kids’ access to social media
A federal appeals court has cleared the way for Ohio to enforce a law requiring parental permission before children under 16 can create or maintain social media accounts.
A federal appeals court has cleared the way for Ohio to enforce a law requiring parental permission before children under 16 can create or maintain social media accounts.
Teething toy, sold on Amazon, recalled after choking reports
More than 70,000 teething toys sold on Amazon have been recalled after choking incidents. Parents are urged to stop using them immediately.
More than 70,000 teething toys sold on Amazon have been recalled after choking incidents. Parents are urged to stop using them immediately.
Man found dead beneath tour bus in DeKalb County
A man was found dead beneath a tour bus at a hotel off Mountain Industrial Boulevard in DeKalb County.
A man was found dead beneath a tour bus at a hotel off Mountain Industrial Boulevard in DeKalb County.
Government regulations add nearly $132K to cost of new home, builders say
Government regulations now add roughly $132,000 to the cost of a typical newly built home, according to a new study from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), as industry leaders warn that mounting costs are worsening the nation's housing affordability challenges.
Government regulations now add roughly $132,000 to the cost of a typical newly built home, according to a new study from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), as industry leaders warn that mounting costs are worsening the nation's housing affordability challenges.
South Fulton launches anthem inspired by ‘Hey Twin’
The City of South Fulton has released its first official city anthem and music video.
The City of South Fulton has released its first official city anthem and music video.
TSA sounds alarm after World Cup fans pack their bags with American staple
As the World Cup brings millions of international visitors to the U.S., many fans are trying out American staples — and rushing to take them back home with them.
As the World Cup brings millions of international visitors to the U.S., many fans are trying out American staples — and rushing to take them back home with them.
Georgia man exonerated after 21 years in prison
Marquez Powell was exonerated Thursday after spending nearly 21 years behind bars for a murder he said he did not commit.
Marquez Powell was exonerated Thursday after spending nearly 21 years behind bars for a murder he said he did not commit.
Georgia Mass Band celebrating 10-year anniversary
This summer, Georgia Mass Band Inc., is celebrating 10 years of passion, electrifying performances, and community impact.
This summer, Georgia Mass Band Inc., is celebrating 10 years of passion, electrifying performances, and community impact.
Fox Theatre in Atlanta unveils star-studded 2026 lineup
Fox Theatre has officially unveiled its 2026 lineup, packed with legendary concert tours, interactive movie nights, premium tastings, and hit Broadway musicals.
Fox Theatre has officially unveiled its 2026 lineup, packed with legendary concert tours, interactive movie nights, premium tastings, and hit Broadway musicals.
Couple honored for rescuing driver from Atlanta floodwaters
Conyers leaders honored George and Chyna Brathwaite for rescuing a stranded motorist during severe flooding in metro Atlanta.
Conyers leaders honored George and Chyna Brathwaite for rescuing a stranded motorist during severe flooding in metro Atlanta.
2 Atlanta women indicted in alleged COVID rental aid fraud scheme
Two metro Atlanta women have been indicted on charges tied to an alleged $36,000 COVID-19 rental assistance fraud scheme.
Two metro Atlanta women have been indicted on charges tied to an alleged $36,000 COVID-19 rental assistance fraud scheme.
The history of Juneteenth and how it became a federal holiday
Today, the nation observes Juneteenth, a day commemorating when the last enslaved people in the U.S. found out they were free. Events are planned across the country to mark the fifth year since June 19 became a federal holiday.
Today, the nation observes Juneteenth, a day commemorating when the last enslaved people in the U.S. found out they were free. Events are planned across the country to mark the fifth year since June 19 became a federal holiday.
Lawsuit announced against Grady in College Park teen's death
The family of 15-year-old Amanda "Mandy" Sylvester announced a lawsuit Friday against Grady Memorial Hospital Corporation and Grady EMS.
The family of 15-year-old Amanda "Mandy" Sylvester announced a lawsuit Friday against Grady Memorial Hospital Corporation and Grady EMS.
Douglas County teacher case: OnlyFans blackmail claims emerge
Newly-obtained search warrants indicate investigators examined claims that students may have used a teacher's alleged OnlyFans account to pressure her for grades.
Newly-obtained search warrants indicate investigators examined claims that students may have used a teacher's alleged OnlyFans account to pressure her for grades.
Children's Healthcare welcomes new facility dog
Arti, a Labrador mix, will join the rehabilitation team at Arthur M. Blank Hospital.
Arti, a Labrador mix, will join the rehabilitation team at Arthur M. Blank Hospital.
New lawsuit alleges BioLab exposed deputies to toxic plume
The plaintiffs claim they suffered severe pulmonary injuries after being exposed to toxic chemicals.
The plaintiffs claim they suffered severe pulmonary injuries after being exposed to toxic chemicals.
Metro Atlanta storm damage: Storm topples trees, knocks out power
Powerful overnight storms brought down trees and power lines across metro Atlanta, damaging homes and blocking roads.
Powerful overnight storms brought down trees and power lines across metro Atlanta, damaging homes and blocking roads.
Little hands, big impact: Atlanta kids raise thousands for charity
North metro Atlanta children participate in fundraising activities and learn firsthand how communities come together to help others.
North metro Atlanta children participate in fundraising activities and learn firsthand how communities come together to help others.