Atlanta GA

In the heart of Atlanta, where skyscrapers cast long shadows and business suits hurry past, there exists a time capsule of Americana that’s been serving up nostalgia alongside its legendary country ham and red-eye gravy. The Silver Skillet isn’t just a restaurant—it’s a portal to a simpler time when...

A firefighter has been injured while fighting a house fire in DeKalb County on Saturday afternoon.

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Police officers asked people in a Griffin neighborhood to shelter in place Saturday while they searched for a homicide suspect. There was heavy law enforcement in the 200 block of Ashley Drive on Saturday afternoon when police said they got the call from the Jonesboro Police...

A Marietta man, identified as 29-year-old Rodrigo Morales-Figueroa, is facing federal charges after a federal court appearance last Monday, for alleged possession with intent to distribute fentanyl, authorities said. In a collaborative effort that underscores the depth of the drug epidemic bridging national borders,...

Local anti-violence advocates are at a loss after another round of gun violence involving teens

A DeKalb County man has been found guilty on multiple charges, including bank theft and the use of an explosive to commit a felony, after using a pipe bomb to blow up an ATM machine in 2023. Abdurrahim Jalal, 54, now faces a minimum of 15 years and up to 60 years of imprisonment, with sentencing set for September 22,...

A peaceful summer evening turned tragic when a shooting broke out during a fraternity picnic hosted by members of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. at Atlanta’s Coan Park on Saturday, June 28. One man, described as a beloved mentor within the fraternity, was killed. Another man and the suspected gunman were critically...

As of July 1, Dunwoody police officers will see a 4.9% increase in their paychecks. The City Council had approved this mid-year raise back in October 2024 as a part of their steady effort to back law enforcement and amplify public safety. This move not only boosts the morale of existing personnel but also aims to...

Searching for enormous secondhand shops in Georgia that seem too amazing to believe?. These 8 massive thrift stores offer incredible bargains and jaw-dropping treasures!. 1. No Longer Bound Thrift Store (Woodstock) Have you ever stepped into a thrift store that feels more like a fancy department store?. No Longer...

In Atlanta, Georgia at the Fulton County Animal Services, Ace has lost his joy; if you know dogs it’s the trait often exhibited by them as they look at each day with a positive outlook on life. According to Emma, the animal control officer who found Ace on the...