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A vehicle fire caused major traffic disruptions on I-285 northbound in DeKalb County today, blocking three right lanes and creating significant delays for afternoon commuters.

Traffic & Transportation

Vehicle Fire Blocks Three Lanes on I-285 Northbound in DeKalb County

by B.T. ClarkMarch 7, 2025

Children's Museum of Atlanta will present Stephanie Blank with the Power of Play Award at its upcoming Imagination Ball on March 21. The annual fundraising gala supports the museum's mission to provide play-based learning for all children.

Children’s Museum of Atlanta to Honor Stephanie Blank at Annual Fundraiser

by News DeskMarch 7, 2025

If you work in Atlanta and think your boss is unusually cruel, it turns out you might be right. A new survey confirms what many local workers already suspected – the city ranks 9th nationwide for boss nastiness.

Atlanta Ranks 9th in The Nation For Abusive Bosses

by B.T. ClarkMarch 7, 2025

Kandi Burruss is being sued. The former "Real Housewives of Atlanta" star's Blaze Steak & Seafood restaurant allegedly owes more than $154,000 in unpaid rent, according to a lawsuit filed Monday in Fulton County.

Food

Real Housewives of Atlanta Star Kandi Burruss Faces $154K Lawsuit Over Restaurant Rent

by News DeskMarch 7, 2025March 7, 2025

Emory University is joining a growing list of top research universities that plan to freeze or limit hiring because of concerns about federal research funding cuts.

How Trump’s Federal Cuts Caused a Hiring Freeze at Emory University

by Rebecca Grapevine | HealthbeatMarch 6, 2025

Mayor Donya Sartor is leaving office amid a city council-ordered financial audit, announcing her departure during Thursday's special meeting.

Your Government

Georgia Mayor Resigns: What We Know

by News DeskMarch 6, 2025March 6, 2025

Food

New Snellville Chick-fil-A Opens

by B.T. ClarkMarch 6, 2025

Fulton County will prioritize hiring federal workers who recently lost their jobs due to widespread job cuts by the Department of Government Efficiency, County Commission Chairman Robb Pitts announced.

Your Government

‘The Right Thing to Do:’ Fulton County Plans to Hire Federal Workers Who’s Jobs Were Cut

by B.T. ClarkMarch 6, 2025

Child Poverty

Your Government

3 Georgia Mayors Join Fight to Save Child Hunger Programs

by B.T. ClarkMarch 4, 2025March 4, 2025

A woman using her phone at a desk, surrounded by art supplies and a laptop, in a creative workspace.

3 Georgia Cities Are Top Places for Creative Communities

by B.T. ClarkMarch 4, 2025March 4, 2025

Representatives of Georgia manufacturers asked state lawmakers Tuesday to pass legislation shielding them from lawsuits brought by victims of contamination from "forever chemicals" - known as PFAS - in their water.

Representing You

Will Georgia Lawmakers Side With Big Business and Against Clean Water?

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceMarch 4, 2025March 4, 2025

A homeowner in Lawrenceville got an unwelcome surprise when they confronted a stranger who had helped himself to a shower in their basement before taking off with several items.

Man Breaks Into Gwinnett County Home, Showers and Splits With Keys

by B.T. ClarkMarch 4, 2025March 4, 2025

🚨 Why It Matters: The deadly crash occurred on one of Cobb County's busiest corridors, raising safety concerns for residents who walk near this entertainment district. Pedestrian deaths continue to be a serious problem across metro Atlanta.

Traffic & Transportation

Pedestrian Killed in Early Morning Crash Near The Battery

by B.T. ClarkMarch 4, 2025

A former Hapeville police officer has been charged with using excessive force after allegedly tasing a handcuffed detainee multiple times without cause.

Crime

Former Hapeville Police Officer Charged with Excessive Force

by B.T. ClarkMarch 3, 2025

Delta Air Lines, one of the world’s largest carriers, is marking a monumental milestone—100 years in business. The airline, which has called Atlanta home for more than eight decades, is celebrating its deep roots in Georgia and its journey from a small crop-dusting operation to a global aviation leader.

Georgia Staples

Delta Air Lines Celebrates A Century in The Skies

by B.T. ClarkMarch 3, 2025

Investigators believe the shooting was a murder-suicide, but they have not released details on who fired the gun. Police say Watts was the shooter.

Crime

Murder-Suicide at Cobb County Apartment Complex: What We Know

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 28, 2025February 28, 2025

The city of Avondale Estates is mourning the loss of former Mayor Terry Dean Giager, who passed away on February 18 at his home.

Former Avondale Estates Mayor Terry Giager Dies at 77

by B.T. ClarkFebruary 27, 2025