Security robots spread holiday cheer at Decatur apartment complex
DECATUR, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Security robots at an Atlanta-area apartment complex traded their usual patrol duties for holiday festivities Tuesday, donning reindeer attire to distribute candy to families. The two quadrupedal robots at Eastlake Gardens apartments in Decatur are normally used for security...
Ciara donates $500,000 to Atlanta Community Food Bank
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Entertainer and philanthropist Ciara is helping fight hunger in Atlanta with a half a million-dollar donation. She, along with Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens, made the announcement Tuesday morning at the Saint Peter Missionary Baptist Church. The donation is meant to fight food...
Housing Authority exec told son’s girlfriend to fake domestic violence for assistance, officials say
She's accused of faking incidents and documents so she could approve her family for Section 8.
Atlanta’s Spirit And Truth Church Wipes Out $1.5M In Medical Debt For Local Families
Families receiving relief do not need to apply and are notified directly that their qualifying debt has been erased. An Atlanta church announced it has paid off $1.5 million in medical debt for local families and hosted a holiday toy giveaway. Spirit and Truth Church said the debt relief will...
Atlanta Student Tased by School Officer in Bus Confrontation, on Video
A high school student got lit up with a Taser during a tense encounter with a cop on an Atlanta school bus ... and the disturbing moment was caught on camera.
Cobb County and NAACP Seek Performers for Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Tribute Auditions
Cobb County, in partnership with the NAACP, is calling on performers to step up for their upcoming Martin Luther King Jr. tribute. According to an announcement on Cobb County's official website, live auditions are scheduled to take place at the Jennie T. Anderson Theatre, with a range of performance types encouraged...
Atlanta police looking for robbery suspect
Atlanta police are looking for a man known as "JJ." They say he is wanted for pulling out a gun and robbing a man on Aug. 16 at a convenience store in southwest Atlanta.
Atlanta 2025 New Year’s Eve Event Guide: Celebrate Black Culture and Music
Atlanta is known for its vibrant culture, and New Year’s Eve in the city is no exception. From family-friendly festivities to late-night concerts, dance parties, and Black cultural events, the city offers a celebration for every style and every age. This year families can enjoy daytime events with early...
Lil Baby And Lil Yachty Unite For Massive Holiday Giveback In Atlanta
Lil Baby’s The Jones Project and The Lil Yachty Foundation provided bikes, TVs, coats and more to over 2,000 kids in Atlanta. Read more on Rap-Up.
Shooting at apartment complex on Parkview Trail
DeKalb County police are investigating a shooting at an apartment complex on Parkview Trail off Covington Highway. Police say the person who was shot had serious injuries. This is a developing story.
