Northside Hospital Atlanta launches expansion project for emergency department
SANDY SPRINGS, Ga. — Northside Hospital Atlanta in Sandy Springs is undergoing an expansion and renovation of its emergency department. The department will remain open and operational throughout the project, expected to be completed in early 2028. The $46 million multi-phase project will add 18 treatment rooms, a new...
Grammy-nominated producer claims wrongful eviction cost him millions in studio equipment
Cates said he repeatedly attempted to pay rent to the new owner, despite him claiming he was the rightful owner.
Queen P’s Soulfood Kitchen Opening in Lawrenceville
LAWRENCEVILLE, GA — Queen P's Soulfood Kitchen is working toward opening at 706 Collins Hill Rd, Lawrenceville, GA 30046, where owner Patrice Hill plans to use the space as a hub for the business’s food truck, takeout service, and ghost kitchen operations. Hill told Business Debut she is...
Georgia Under Water Restrictions Amid Extreme Drought
The worsening Georgia drought has led to a statewide response from the Georgia Environmental Protection Division. The EPD Monday declared a statewide Drought Response Level 1 for public water systems using surface and/or groundwater. The decision came after a review of drought severity and the dry weather’s impact on water...
Jeremiah’s Opens 3 Atlanta Locations, Accelerates Expansion
Jeremiah’s Italian Ice continues to scoop out a presence across Georgia with the opening of three new franchise locations in the metro Atlanta area. The new shops in Roswell, Mableton and Buford will introduce the brand’s Italian Ice, Soft Ice Cream and signature Jelatis to additional communities while creating local jobs and offering new gathering spots for families and friends.
Storms with 40 mph winds and hail moving fast across north Georgia
Fast-moving thunderstorms are sweeping across north Georgia Tuesday morning, bringing wind gusts up to 40 mph, pea-sized hail, and frequent lightning to a wide stretch of counties from the mountains to the Atlanta suburbs. What’s happening: Radar showed two strong storm cells around 7:30 a.m., both racing east at 50...
Strong thunderstorm moving through northeast Georgia Tuesday morning
A strong thunderstorm was moving east through parts of northeast Georgia Tuesday morning, prompting a weather alert for several counties. What’s happening: At 8:02 a.m., the storm was over Hoschton, about 9 miles west of Jefferson, moving east at 40 mph. The alert was set to expire at 8:30 a.m.
Gwinnett garage catches fire after lightning strike
GWINNETT COUNTY, Ga. - A lightning strike set a detached garage on fire in Gwinnett County on Tuesday, according to firefighters. Firefighters responded to the blaze on Highway 29 after receiving 911 calls. Officials said the garage was fully involved when they arrived, but no nearby homes were affected. Crews...
Cobb farmers eligible for emergency loan assistance as drought continues
Due to ongoing drought conditions throughout the state, Cobb County farmers can now be considered for emergency assistance, according to the Georgia Department of Agriculture. Last week, the department designated 126 Georgia counties as primary natural disaster areas due to the dry conditions, and added an additional 20 counties to that list Monday, bringing the total to 146. While Cobb is not on that...
Metro Atlanta Residents Push Back Against Mass Surveillance Under Flock Safety
Metro Atlanta residents are speaking out against the growing mass surveillance throughout the city. Residents across metro Atlanta are raising concerns about expanding mass surveillance, warning that the growing program is leaving communities uneasy. On April 13, the Dunwoody City Council approved a contract with Atlanta-based surveillance tech company Flock...

















