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Atlanta Man Charged in $3.39 Million COVID-19 Loan Fraud
News Summary Ian Patrick Jackson, a 37-year-old from Atlanta, has been charged with orchestrating a fraudulent scheme that submitted misleading COVID-19 relief loan applications totaling over $3 million. He allegedly...
Senator Ossoff Investigates Corporate Housing Acquisitions in Georgia
News Summary U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff has launched an investigation into out-of-state corporations buying single-family homes in Georgia, amid rising concerns over increased rental prices and tenant mistreatment. Targeting four...
Fourth Measles Case Confirmed in Georgia
News Summary The Georgia Department of Public Health has confirmed a fourth case of measles in the state linked to an unvaccinated resident who traveled internationally. This case has raised...
Severe Weather Risk for North and Central Georgia
News Summary The National Weather Service warns of a Level 3 enhanced risk for severe weather across north and central Georgia on Tuesday night. Hail, damaging winds, and tornadoes are...
Georgia Power Customers to Avoid Rate Increase
News Summary Recently, Georgia Power announced that its customers will not face a rate increase in 2025 due to a new agreement with the Georgia Public Service Commission. This agreement...
Georgia Tech Student Shot at The Connector Apartments
News Summary A Georgia Tech student was shot in the head during an argument at The Connector Apartments in Midtown Atlanta. The student is currently hospitalized, and police are investigating...
BUSINESS
Business Profile: Sinclair Construction Group
Sinclair Construction Group has been recognized as one of the premier concrete contracting companies in Georgia’s private and public sectors for a decade. Quality workmanship, commitment to safety, and customer satisfaction...
The 10 Best SEO Companies In Atlanta, GA
Are you a business owner in the Atlanta, GA looking for a reliable SEO company to help increase your online visibility and drive organic traffic to your site? Ranking at...
Events/What's Happening
Atlanta to Host U.S. Bartender of the Year Finals
News Summary The Thompson Atlanta Buckhead hotel will welcome top regional bartenders from around the country as they compete for the title of U.S. Bartender of the Year. Scheduled for...
Family-Friendly Swimming Lakes Near Atlanta
News Summary Families seeking a refreshing summer escape can explore various swimming lakes within a two-hour drive from Atlanta. These lakes, such as Red Top Mountain Beach and Lake Acworth...
Atlanta to Host Streets Alive Event
News Summary Atlanta is gearing up for the Atlanta Streets Alive event, a vibrant celebration promoting community and active transportation. The 3.4-mile route will be open for walking, biking, and...
Summer Festivals in Atlanta Offer Fun for All Ages
News Summary Atlanta is hosting a diverse range of summer festivals featuring food, culture, and entertainment, designed to engage families and visitors. Events include the Atlanta Science Festival, cherry blossom...
Atlanta’s Weekend Lineup of Events
News Summary Atlanta, GA is gearing up for an action-packed weekend with a variety of events from May 16 to May 18. Highlights include the Summer Street Party, the US...
Georgia Advocates Push for Girls Flag Football in High Schools
News Summary In Georgia, advocates are urging high schools to create more girls flag football teams following the passage of House Resolution 347. This groundbreaking resolution promotes gender equality in...
Atlanta’s Vibrant Weekend Events and Festivals
News Summary The weekend of May 16-18, 2025, will showcase a plethora of events and festivals in Atlanta, including the Breakaway Music Festival and Fayette Beer Fest. Attendees can enjoy...
Coco & Clair Clair Announce New Album and North American Tour
News Summary Atlanta-based pop duo Coco & Clair Clair are set to release their third album, ‘Girl,’ in a month. They also announced a North American headline tour this fall....
Atlanta Hosts Multiple Dog Adoption Events
News Summary Atlanta is organizing a series of dog adoption events aimed at finding forever homes for pets in need. The first event will take place at Bona Fide Deluxe...
CRIME
Suspect Sought After Double Shooting on MARTA Train
News Summary In East Point, two victims were shot during an attempted robbery on a MARTA train. One sustained serious injuries and was hospitalized, while the other declined treatment. The...
10-Year-Old Boy in Critical Condition After Atlanta Shooting
News Summary A 10-year-old boy is in critical condition following a shooting incident at The Square at Peoplestown apartments in southwest Atlanta. The police received reports of the shooting around...
Atlanta Reports Decline in Homicides and Overall Crime
News Summary Atlanta has seen a significant decline in homicides and overall crime rates, according to Police Chief Darin Schierbaum. Homicides dropped from 46 to 30, and there was a...
Train Derailment in Smyrna, Georgia Sparks Safety Concerns
News Summary A CSX train partially derailed in Smyrna, Georgia, involving 17 railcars. Thankfully, no hazardous materials were released and no injuries were reported. The incident has prompted investigations and...
Georgia Supreme Court Reinstates Jail Phone Calls as Evidence
News Summary The Georgia Supreme Court has overturned a lower court’s decision, allowing jail phone calls to be used as evidence in the Brantley murder case. Barron Brantley, along with...
Body of Mummified Individual Discovered in Atlanta Home
News Summary On March 31, 2025, a shocking discovery was made in Atlanta when a mummified body was found in a home on Forest Park Road. The Atlanta Police Department...
POLITICS
Atlanta Man Charged in $3.39 Million COVID-19 Loan Fraud
News Summary Ian Patrick Jackson, a 37-year-old from Atlanta, has been charged with orchestrating a fraudulent scheme that submitted misleading COVID-19 relief loan applications totaling over $3 million. He allegedly...
Senator Ossoff Investigates Corporate Housing Acquisitions in Georgia
News Summary U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff has launched an investigation into out-of-state corporations buying single-family homes in Georgia, amid rising concerns over increased rental prices and tenant mistreatment. Targeting four...
Senator Ossoff Investigates Out-of-State Corporate Home Ownership in Georgia
News Summary U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff has launched an investigation into the ownership of single-family homes in Georgia by out-of-state corporations. This inquiry aims to address claims that such acquisitions...
Challenges to Georgia’s Redrawn Congressional Maps
News Summary A federal appeals court is reviewing challenges that Georgia’s newly drawn congressional and legislative maps dilute Black voting power. Voting rights groups argue the efforts to create majority-Black...
Georgia Woman Declared Brain Dead Amid Anti-Abortion Laws
News Summary Adriana Smith, a 30-year-old Georgia woman, has been declared brain dead while pregnant, and her family faces a challenging situation due to restrictive anti-abortion laws. With the state’s...
Atlanta Launches Affordable Housing for HIV/AIDS Residents
News Summary Mayor Andre Dickens announces an affordable housing complex on Dixie Street in Atlanta, aimed at supporting individuals living with HIV/AIDS. In collaboration with Status Home, the complex offers...
Family Raises Concerns Over Healthcare Decisions in Adriana Smith’s Case
News Summary Adriana Smith, a 30-year-old woman declared brain dead, is at the center of a controversial healthcare decision influenced by Georgia’s restrictive abortion laws. While on life support since...
Significant Traffic Disruptions in Downtown Atlanta Due to Sinkhole
News Summary A large sinkhole on Shirley Franklin Boulevard SW in downtown Atlanta has caused major traffic disruptions. Since May 14, crews have been working to assess and repair the...
Federal Grant Cuts Threaten Women Farmers in Georgia
News Summary Proposed cuts to federal grant programs pose a serious threat to women in Georgia’s agriculture sector, where one in three farmers is female. These cuts impact financial support...
SPORTS
Atlanta United Faces Tough Loss Against Philadelphia
News Summary Atlanta United’s winless streak has now reached eight matches, following a 1-0 defeat to Philadelphia. The loss marks the team’s worst start in franchise history, with only two...
Atlanta Hawks Secure Two First-Round Picks in Draft Lottery
News Summary The Atlanta Hawks celebrated a successful outcome in the 2025 NBA Draft Lottery, securing two first-round picks that could change the franchise’s future. After anxiously awaiting results, the...
Atlanta Braves Fall to Pittsburgh Pirates in Walk-Off Loss
News Summary The Atlanta Braves faced a tough defeat against the Pittsburgh Pirates, ending the game with a 4-3 walk-off loss at PNC Park. After a slow start, the Braves...
4.1 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes North Georgia and Metro Atlanta
News Summary A 4.1 magnitude earthquake hit North Georgia and metro Atlanta in the morning, with an epicenter near Greenback, Tennessee. Residents felt varying intensities of tremors, prompting safety discussions...
4.1 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Tennessee and Georgia Regions
News Summary A 4.1 magnitude earthquake struck near Greeneville, Tennessee, causing tremors felt as far as metro Atlanta and parts of North Carolina. The quake, which occurred at 9:04 a.m....
Atlanta Braves Improve Performance After Signings
News Summary The Atlanta Braves have turned their season around after a tough start, boasting a winning record following the call-up of outfielder Alex Verdugo. Initially struggling at 0-7, the...
Atlanta United Prepares for Crucial Match Against Chicago Fire
News Summary Atlanta United, with a record of 2-5-4, is set to face the Chicago Fire at Soldier Field. Both teams are struggling, aiming to end their winless streaks. Atlanta...
Tragic Incident in Atlanta Claims Young Life
News Summary In a heartbreaking incident in Atlanta’s Mozley Park neighborhood, a 10-year-old girl tragically lost her life when a large tree fell on her family’s home during severe thunderstorms....
Atlanta United and Nashville SC End in 1-1 Draw
News Summary Atlanta United faced Nashville SC in a thrilling match at Mercedes-Benz Stadium that ended in a 1-1 draw. Miguel Almirón’s goal broke a franchise-record scoreless streak, but Nashville...
