At 250, American democracy is in turmoil
As we’re about to turn 250 years old, let’s ask ourselves: Can a divided nation celebrate a united birthday?. The United States will turn 250 years old on Saturday, reinforcing its place as the world’s longest-living republic with a constitution. It’s a time to pause and reflect...
Nearly halfway through FIFA World Cup, metro Atlanta leaders share progress report
Nearly halfway through the FIFA World Cup’s stint in Atlanta and city leaders are sharing how it’s going.
Train crashes into tractor-trailer, shutting down Atlanta road
Police say the road will be closed while crews work to remove the tractor-trailer and the train.
Popular burger chain closes Georgia location as chain trims footprint across the U.S.
One of America’s most recognizable burger chains has shut down another restaurant as the fast-casual industry continues facing economic pressure nationwide. The latest closure adds Georgia to a growing list…
Inside the miraculous rescue of a woman struck by lightning at church
MARIETTA, Ga. - A woman who survived a lightning strike returned to a Marietta church to thank the first responders who pulled her from the brink of death. Jeanne Menna went into cardiac arrest last month when lightning tore through a parking lot, but quick-thinking police officers and firefighters successfully brought
School district wants $40k for records on niqab-wearing, Muslim high school teacher
(The Center Square) – Georgia's largest school district has quoted a community activist nearly $40,000 to fulfill a public records request – an estimate a First Amendment attorney calls "crazy high" and potentially out of scope. The price quote came from Gwinnett County Public Schools after Tori Branum, of Dublin, Ga.,
HVAC companies say air conditioners across metro Atlanta can’t keep up with the heat
Technicians say their workload has doubled since the summer heat moved in.
Metro Atlanta man thought his license was suspended, so he started police chase. It...
Sandy Springs police say they were in for a plot twist when they found out a driver was wrong about why he started a police chase.
Convicted felon accused of robbing Atlanta pawn shop faces federal charges
Prosecutors said Bailey is accused of taking cash and jewelry from the business before escaping during the October 2024 robbery.
1 dead after shooting in Clayton County neighborhood
Clayton County police are investigating after one person was shot and killed on Monday evening.

















