Multiple schools in Georgia to close this week
GEORGIA — Several Georgia public school districts are wrapping up the 2025-26 school year this week, with official calendars showing final school days on May 28 or May 29. DeKalb County School District’s approved 2025-26 calendar lists May 28, 2026 as the “Last Day of School,” followed by a post-planning day on May 29.
Tucker Woman Busted After Threats Rattle DeKalb Sheriff
A Tucker woman is facing both felony and misdemeanor charges after investigators say she sent threatening messages straight to DeKalb County Sheriff Melody Maddox in connection with Maddox’s official duties. Authorities arrested 42-year-old Kimberly K. Nelldell on May 13 in Clayton County. Investigators say the threats
Popular Atlanta Promoter Sharell Canty Allegedly Murdered by Well-Known Local Figure
Popular Atlanta promoter Sharell Canty was allegedly killed by someone she knew well; a popular local personality. Here' what we know.
Man found dead inside abandoned Cobb County Kroger identified
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A man whose body was found inside a shuttered Cobb County Kroger last week has been identified. James Connell, 43, was found May 21 by a maintenance worker who went inside the recently closed grocery store off Cobb Parkway to check on a possible water leak.
Suspected shoplifter dead after being shot by officers in Town Center Mall parking lot
The Cobb County Police Department is responding to a reported officer-involved shooting at Town Center Mall.
Police issue warning after recent bear sightings in metro Atlanta city
Authorities are reminding residents to keep their distance and report any sightings to police.
Southern Living picks Georgia’s best burger for National Burger Day
Just in time for National Burger Day, a Georgia burger spot tucked inside a metro Atlanta gas station is getting national attention. According to Southern Living , the best burger in Georgia can be found at NFA Burger, a small burger counter operating inside a Chevron station in Dunwoody. "So, when I heard buzz about a
10 Atlanta Restaurants That Belong On Every Georgia Bucket List
Atlanta knows how to feed an obsession, and this city turns dinner plans into stories you retell for weeks. One night you might be chasing a perfect biscuit dripping with butter, and the next you are watching candlelight bounce off glasses while wondering how one metro area got this deliciously overachieving.
Ships, trains and semi-trucks: How inland port aims to ease Atlanta traffic
The newly opened Gainesville Inland Port connects Savannah’s ships to North Georgia by rail, potentially easing cargo truck traffic in Atlanta and elsewhere.
Cobb County Restaurant Report Card – 05/26/2026
The Georgia Department of Public Health conducted food service inspections in Cobb County on 05/26/2026. The following 5 establishments were inspected. 🔴 Grade U (Failing) = below 70 | 🟠 Grade C = 70–79 | 🟡 Grade B = 80–89 | 🟢 Grade A = 90–100 🟠 Grade C (70–79) — 1 location 575 BISTRO — 🟠 76 (Grade C)• Inspected: 05

















