Popular burger chains announce multi-state closures in 2026
Five Guys is quietly shrinking its footprint in several states (aside from California, which has already seen several closures) as the fast-casual burger chain faces mounting pressure from inflation, labor…
Metro Atlanta city shares how services app has helped residents get things fixed
Brookhaven says its service app, Brookhaven Connect, makes it easier to get non-emergencies handled.
We Found 6 New Restaurants Opening Across GA: Here’s the List
SAVANNAH, GA — Smashbird, a new fast-casual burger concept from owners Christine and David Cutlip, is targeting a mid-July opening at 13051 Abercorn St, Ste B5, Savannah, GA 31419, Christine Cutlip told Business Debut. The Cutlips also operate Savannah Seafood Shack, Savannah Smokehouse BBQ and Brew, Yatai Ramen + Yaki
Crews rescue driver from upside-down vehicle in Sandy Springs ravine
SANDY SPRINGS, Ga. - First responders pulled a driver from an overturned vehicle Tuesday afternoon after it plummeted into a deep ravine in Sandy Springs, officials said. Sandy Springs fire crews rushed to the scene of a single-vehicle wreck at approximately 2:45 p.m. Tuesday. When they arrived, emergency personnel dis
Clayton County officer, mother of 3 dies after critical illness
Officer Katrina D. Kanu is remembered for her warm smile, caring spirit and compassion toward those she served.
Detroit man arrested in connection with Powder Springs home invasion, Cobb County police say
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A Detroit man was arrested in connection with a Friday home invasion in Powder Springs, Cobb County police said. Steven Hilton, 20, allegedly broke into an elderly couple’s home around 3 a.m. on June 12. Police say Hilton was armed with a...
Carrying the Dream forward: Yolanda Renee King finds her own voice in a new...
ATLANTA — With America's 250th birthday approaching, the nation is reflecting on the people, events, and achievements that continue to shape its future. Among those helping write the next chapter is 18-year-old activist Yolanda Renee King, the granddaughter of civil rights leaders Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta
Suspect on the run after deputy shoots at vehicle
The GBI says a deputy ordered the driver to stop, but the driver accelerated forward instead.
Chicken truck crash closes busy metro Atlanta road for 7 hours
An early morning truck crash on a busy Georgia road unleashed a whole flock of live chickens.
Tropical Storm Arthur forms, will bring heavy rain and severe threat potential to Georgia
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Tropical Storm Arthur is moving toward the northeast off the Texas coast, and the remnants of this system will bring significant rainfall and severe weather threats to north Georgia and Atlanta beginning Thursday morning. Heavy rain and flash flooding threat. Multiple rounds of...

















