The Monday Mowdown: East Lake Tightens the Screws for the FedExCup Finale
East Lake’s rebuilt identity is settling in, but a narrower 17th fairway and expanded shortgrass around five greens will give the PGA Tour’s final 30 another layer to solve.
DNC “running scared” from Atlanta convention, Mayor Andre Dickens criticizes
Atlanta is no longer under consideration to host the 2028 Democratic National Convention after the Democratic National Committee (DNC) narrowed its list of potential host cities to Philadelphia, Boston and Denver. The convention is held every four years to formally nominate the Democratic Party’s presidential and vice
Gunman wanted after man shot to death on Joseph E. Boone Blvd.
ATLANTA - Atlanta police are searching for the shooter who killed 26-year-old Derrick Colbert on Aug. 3 on Joseph E. Boone Boulevard NW. Officers responded to a report of a person shot around 11:47 p.m. at 1247 Joseph E. Boone Blvd. NW. They found Derrick Colbert, 26, suffering from an...
Man, woman wanted in $5K cigarette theft, employee assault in Atlanta
ATLANTA - Atlanta police are asking the public for help identifying two people wanted in connection with a violent armed robbery at a business on Donnelly Avenue. Police say the robbery happened Aug. 18 after a man was asked to leave the business. Investigators say the man assaulted an employee before fleeing with a wo
An Atlanta funeral home introduced drive-thru viewings in the 1960s
In the mid-1960s, Atlanta mortician Herschel Thornton dreamed of a novel idea: a series of drive-thru windows where people could view loved ones from the comfort of their cars. Why it matters: Herschel Thornton Mortuary claims to be the first funeral home in the country to offer a 24-hour drive-thru viewing window. Cat
‘I’m just praying for him:’ Auto body shop worker shot multiple times outside business
A collision repair shop worker is in critical condition after police say he was shot several times by a female suspect Monday morning.
1,800-pound marijuana seizure sparks warning from Georgia sheriff
The Butts County Sheriff's Office says deputies intercepted 1,800 pounds of marijuana that originated in Sacramento, California. Sheriff Gary Long said about half of the shipment was headed to Atlanta and the other half was destined for Orlando. Long used the seizure to weigh in on marijuana policy, arguing legalizatio
Metro Atlanta city acts to preserve city’s historic heart
The City of Mableton confirmed the purchase of two historic buildings in the heart of the city as part of a bid to preserve its history.
Dead bat tests positive for rabies in DeKalb County neighborhood
Health authorities are asking residents in DeKalb County to watch their pets after a dead bat tested positive for rabies.
MARTA Parking Is Getting More Expensive. Atlanta Riders Need to Know
MARTA raises long-term parking rates, reduces free window, to fund upgrades and self-sufficiency. Impacts airport, commuter travelers.
