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Renowned Historian Gerald Hinkle Davis Passes Away
News Summary Gerald Hinkle Davis, a celebrated historian and educator, has passed away at the age of 94. He made significant contributions to the field of history at Georgia State...
Atlanta Dream Defeats Dallas Wings in WNBA Showdown
News Summary The Atlanta Dream triumphed over the Dallas Wings with an 83-75 victory, led by Allisha Gray’s 27 points. The win improved Atlanta’s record to 2-2 while Dallas fell...
Fulton County Board of Health Lays Off 17 Employees
News Summary The Fulton County Board of Health has laid off 17 employees, affecting key sexual health and HIV prevention programs in Atlanta. This decision, made without prior notification to...
U.S. Inflation Hits Lowest Increase Since 2021
News Summary Recent data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics shows that inflation in the United States has reached its lowest year-over-year increase since February 2021, with a CPI...
Metro Atlanta Ranked Second-Best Summer Travel Destination
News Summary Metro Atlanta has dropped to the second position in WalletHub’s rankings of summer travel destinations, trailing behind Metro Orlando, Florida. The analysis evaluated 100 U.S. locations based on...
Violent Incidents Raise Alarm in Georgia Communities
News Summary Recent violent incidents in Georgia, including tragic shootings at massage parlors and alarming arrests, have sparked community outrage and concern over safety and racial discrimination. The arrest of...
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 Memorial Day Weekend Events
News Summary Atlanta is set for an action-packed Memorial Day weekend, featuring the Atlanta Jazz Festival, MomoCon, and a patriotic tribute at Stone Mountain Park. The weekend will be filled...
WWE Announces Major Wrestling Events in Atlanta
News Summary WWE will host three major wrestling events at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, featuring Saturday Night’s Main Event, the return of WWE Evolution 2, and NXT Great American...
MomoCon Celebrates 20th Anniversary in Atlanta
News Summary MomoCon, one of the Southeast’s largest fan conventions, is celebrating its 20th anniversary at the Georgia World Congress Center. This year’s event is expected to attract over 60,000...
WWE Announces Weekend Events in Atlanta
News Summary WWE is set to host a thrilling weekend in Atlanta with the return of ‘WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event’ and the all-women’s ‘WWE Evolution 2’. Scheduled for July...
Atlanta Philanthropist Joann Felder Passes Away at 93
News Summary Joann Felder, a cherished philanthropist in the Atlanta community, has passed away at the age of 93. Known for her love of gardening, dedication to her church, and...
Family-Friendly Day Trips from Atlanta to Beat the Summer Heat
News Summary Families in Atlanta can take advantage of numerous budget-friendly day trips within a two-hour drive to escape the summer heat. Destinations like Greenville, SC, Chattanooga, TN, and Helen,...
Atlanta Metro Area Private High Schools Ranked for Excellence
News Summary A recent report by Stacker ranks the best private high schools in the Atlanta metro area, focusing on academic performance, culture, and student engagement. Many schools received an...
Hartsfield-Jackson Airport Prepares for Record Memorial Day Travel
News Summary Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is expecting over 2.6 million passengers during the Memorial Day weekend. This is part of a broader trend as AAA forecasts record travel numbers...
Atlanta’s Summer Festivals and Hemp Beverage Launch
News Summary Atlanta is welcoming a vibrant summer filled with exciting festivals and events that celebrate food, music, and community. The Georgia Hemp Company has introduced a selection of hemp...
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
Renowned Historian Gerald Hinkle Davis Passes Away
News Summary Gerald Hinkle Davis, a celebrated historian and educator, has passed away at the age of 94. He made significant contributions to the field of history at Georgia State...
Violent Incidents Raise Alarm in Georgia Communities
News Summary Recent violent incidents in Georgia, including tragic shootings at massage parlors and alarming arrests, have sparked community outrage and concern over safety and racial discrimination. The arrest of...
Keisha Lance Bottoms Announces Gubernatorial Bid
News Summary Keisha Lance Bottoms, former mayor of Atlanta, has declared her candidacy for the 2026 Georgia gubernatorial race. She aims to be the first Black female governor in U.S....
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...
SPORTS
Atlanta Dream Defeats Dallas Wings in WNBA Showdown
News Summary The Atlanta Dream triumphed over the Dallas Wings with an 83-75 victory, led by Allisha Gray’s 27 points. The win improved Atlanta’s record to 2-2 while Dallas fell...
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....
