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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....
Severe Storms Expected to Impact Atlanta Area Overnight
News Summary A line of strong storms is sweeping through northwest Georgia, with severe weather conditions expected in metro Atlanta overnight. Tornado watches are in effect for numerous counties, alongside...
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...
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
4th Annual Serviceberry Fest Celebrates Community and Sustainability
News Summary The recent 4th Annual Serviceberry Fest in Atlanta showcased the unique serviceberry fruit while fostering community connections. Hosted at Events Avize, the festival highlighted local culinary talent and...
Atlanta Launches Safety Education Program for Students
News Summary The Atlanta Department of Transportation has partnered with Safe Kids Fulton County to implement a safety education program at Hope Hill Elementary School. This initiative targets young pedestrians...
Vice President JD Vance Attends RNC Fundraiser in Atlanta
News Summary Vice President JD Vance is set to attend a Republican National Committee fundraiser in Atlanta, prompting temporary flight restrictions and expected traffic disruptions throughout the city. Attendees are...
PeachFest Returns to Atlanta for Culinary Celebration
News Summary Atlanta is excited to welcome back PeachFest, a celebration of Georgia’s beloved peach featuring over 65 food artisans, chefs, and mixologists. Scheduled for July 21, the event promises...
Vice President JD Vance Attends RNC Fundraiser in Atlanta
News Summary Vice President JD Vance participated in a significant fundraiser hosted by the Republican National Committee in Atlanta. This event marks a historic moment as Vance serves as the...
Mt. Airy Unveils New Playground at Boys and Girls Club
News Summary The Atlanta Braves Foundation and local community organizations introduced a new playground at the Tim Lee Boys and Girls Club in Mt. Airy, enhancing the recreational space for...
Atlanta and Dunwoody Host Plant Swap and Sale Events
News Summary Residents of Atlanta and Dunwoody are invited to join a series of community-focused Georgia Plant Swap + Sale events in the upcoming months. These events, designed for families...
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...
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
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...
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...
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...
