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Marietta man, Floyd Barrow, has been indicted for the illegal possession of a machine gun.

Crime

Georgia man caught with machine gun during traffic stop at Georgia Tech

by Thom ChandlerJuly 19, 2023July 19, 2023

Despite potentially encouraging job and unemployment news, inflation remains a top concern for many Georgia businesses.

Metro Atlanta Has the Nation’s Second-highest Inflation

by T.A. DeFeo | The Center SquareJuly 18, 2023October 10, 2023

Jamarcus Jones, a 19-year-old resident of Atlanta, has been arrested in connection to the shooting death of Joshua Reed on Russwood Avenue on the day after Christmas.

Crime

19-year-old Arrested in Day After Christmas Slaying of Stone Mountain Man

by Thom ChandlerJune 27, 2023October 10, 2023

The Peachtree Road Race, Peachtree Health & Fitness Expo, and Centennial Olympic Park Fireworks are some of the most popular events in Atlanta on July 4th. However, driving to these events can be cumbersome, especially if you live outside the city.

Traffic & Transportation

Everything you need to know about riding MARTA to the Peachtree Road Race or July 4th fireworks

by Thom ChandlerJune 26, 2023

Atlanta, Ga USA 06 07 20: Downtown Atlanta Georgia Atlanta Police car close up side door

Crime

Atlanta police officer gunned down Sunday morning

by Thom ChandlerJune 25, 2023June 25, 2023

Powell was critically wounded during a shooting at Mays High School in Southwest Atlanta, and she was taken to the hospital, where she later died from her injuries.

Crime

Two arrested in killing of 16-year-old student outside of Mays High School

by Thom ChandlerJune 23, 2023June 23, 2023

The Gist: Atlanta has been ranked as the most barbecue-obsessed city, beating out Kansas City and Tampa Bay in the top three.

Food

Atlanta was named the most barbecue-obsessed city in the U.S.

by Thom ChandlerJune 13, 2023

The Gist: Saint Mark United Methodist Church in Midtown Atlanta has constructed a 150-space parking deck on its property, which is being managed by Phoenix Parking Solutions. The deck is part of a 26-story high-rise that was developed last year.

Midtown Church Opens New Parking Deck in Atlanta

by Thom ChandlerJune 12, 2023October 10, 2023

ATLANTA -- The lack of access to quality groceries and fresh food in southwest Atlanta could be addressed through Council Member Marci Collier Overstreet’s legislation to incentivize grocers to establish new stores, which was recently passed by the City Council.

Food

Atlanta puts $1.5 million toward grocery stores in Southwest Atlanta

by Thom ChandlerJune 9, 2023June 9, 2023

This Is It! Southern Kitchen & Bar-B-Q has been a beloved part of Atlanta's food scene for four decades, serving up mouth-watering BBQ to countless residents and visitors.

Food

From Humble Beginnings to Beloved Atlanta Institution: The Story of This Is It! Southern Kitchen & Bar-B-Q

by Thom ChandlerJune 8, 2023

Police crime scene

Crime

21-year-old Atlanta resident faces multiple animal cruelty charges

by Thom ChandlerJune 7, 2023June 7, 2023

Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens has released a statement on the approval of funding for the controversial “Cop City” project in Atlanta. The budget resolution for the Atlanta Public Safety Training Center was passed today after months of passionate debate from both supporters and opponents of the project.

Here’s what Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens had to say about the ‘Cop City’ vote

by Thom ChandlerJune 6, 2023

Belkis Teran, mother of Manuel Esteban Paez Teran, describes the slain activist’s love for the environment at a February press conference. (Photo credit: Rebecca Grapevine) ATLANTA – The Atlanta City Council has approved building a controversial public safety training center after hearing more than 14 hours of emotional testimony from opponents of “Cop City” laced

Residents outraged as Atlanta approves ‘Cop City’ training center

by Thom ChandlerJune 6, 2023

In a contentious and marathon city council meeting that lasted over 14 hours, a $67 million proposal to fund a new public safety training center, known as "Cop City," was passed by an 11-4 vote. Among the dissenters was Council Member Keisha Sean Waites, reflecting a deep-seated opposition among a significant portion of the Atlanta population.

Crime

Atlanta City council member shares why she voted against ‘Cop City’

by Thom ChandlerJune 6, 2023June 6, 2023

He was subsequently taken to the Fulton County Jail. The stolen tablet was returned to its rightful owner.

Crime

A Tale of Stolen Tablet and Swift Justice in Atlanta

by Thom ChandlerJune 5, 2023June 5, 2023

ATLANTA – Wellstar Health System officials came under fire Monday for committing to invest nearly $800 million late last year in a planned partnership with Augusta University Health System (AUHS) after closing two Atlanta-area hospitals. Wellstar and AUHS signed off on a 40-year partnership in December that included, among other things, capital for a new

Georgia lawmakers grill Wellstar over hospital closures

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceJune 5, 2023

In Episode 5 of 'The Real Housewives of Atlanta,' a tumultuous trip to Alabama spiraled from bad to worse real fast.

Scary Health Crisis on Real Housewives of Atlanta Sends One Housewife to the Hospital

by Kish LalJune 5, 2023

Rocket Homes examined Census Bureau data to find the highest-earning ZIP codes with at least 500 residents in each state based on 2021 median income.

Georgia By The Numbers

Which zip code has the highest median income in Georgia?

by Lauren SlagterJune 4, 2023

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