Illegal U-turn uncovers pounds of drugs hidden in shoebox
A routine traffic stop for an illegal U-turn led to a major drug bust, according to Fulton County police.
Chops Lobster Bar Opening 2nd Atlanta Location
Atlanta’s dining scene is getting a major boost downtown! Chops Lobster Bar, one of the city’s most beloved and best steakhouses, is expanding with a second location at Centennial Yards, the massive $5 billion mixed-use redevelopment transforming the Gulch area into a vibrant sports and entertainment district. This...
‘I thank God every morning for me waking up’: Atlanta 18-year-old survived being shot...
She’s happy to be out of the hospital, but she says she is dealing with a lot of PTSD.
Atlanta’s Best Pizza Is Hiding In The Last Place You’d Expect
Atlanta isn't typically thought of as a great pizza city. It doesn't have a distinctive style like other parts of the country, but its dining scene often quietly exceeds the expectations or limits set for it. The sprawling metropolis is home to cuisines from all around the world, thanks to...
East Cobb high school athletes make college commitments
High school athletes from around the country made their college commitments this week in what’s known as National Signing Day. That’s when the officially sign scholarship offers to continue their sports careers at the next level. According to the Cobb County School District, Sprayberry High School had 14...
Winning Weekend: Your chance to win tickets to The Black Crowes & Whiskey Myers!
Be sure to tune into 97.1 The River all weekend for your chance to win a pair of tickets to see The Black Crowes and Whiskey Myers when their Southern Hospitality Tour comes to Ameris Bank Amphitheatre on May 23, 2026!. Contest Line: 404-741-9797. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED....
Excellence Elevated: Congratulations to Cherokee HS!
“As a core value of the district, progress serves as the best way to measure improvements,” Cherokee High School Principal Andy Hall said. “To have students and staff focus on progress spurs a continual desire for improvement and for reflection on how to improve. I’m proud of our team for dedication to that...
5 Best New Restaurants in Roswell, Georgia that Everyone is Talking About
Roswell has shifted from a sleepy suburb to one of metro Atlanta’s most interesting dining destinations. Canton Street and the surrounding areas are now packed with chef-driven kitchens, craft cocktail bars, and stylish spots that still feel neighborly and relaxed. These five relatively new or newly buzz‑worthy...
Cobb County Sheds Light on Recycling Challenges and Solutions for To-Go Packaging
Takeout packaging varies in its recyclability. Paper coffee cups are lined with polyethylene plastic to prevent leaks. This lining makes them not recyclable through standard paper recycling programs. Many takeout boxes and bowls have similar coatings, which also prevent them from being recycled despite their paper...
The Massive Antique Store In Georgia With Countless Treasures Locals Keep Talking About
Time travel exists, and I’ve found the portal—it’s right off Roswell Road in Marietta, Georgia, disguised as a sprawling antique mall where yesterday’s treasures become tomorrow’s conversation pieces. The Marietta Antique Mall isn’t just another stop on your weekend errand list—it’s an adventure that unfolds...
