‘Would sit in my car and cry’: Thousands living in extended-stay hotels, report finds
A new report shows that thousands of residents in DeKalb County are living in extended stay hotels, sometimes for years.
Inmate killed in Georgia prison fights was days away from release
Three inmates were killed, and at least 13 others were injured when fights broke out inside the Washington State Prison.
Martin Luther King, Robert E. Lee Share a Holiday in These 2 States
As Atlanta prepares to honor one of its most iconic native sons in the days ahead, a national report highlights that two Southern states—Mississippi and Alabama—still combine the observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day with Robert E. Lee Day on the same date. Here in Georgia, state...
Dog accompanying Buddhist monks undergoes successful surgery
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A dog accompanying a group of Buddhist monks on their walk from Texas to Washington, D.C., underwent a procedure on his leg. The group announced that Aloka, the dog, had suffered an injury that required surgery. The group said Monday that the surgery...
Former head of program to help low-income people with housing pleads guilty in RICO...
Shawn Williams was the director of Georgia’s Housing Assistance Division.
These Are the Most Cockroach Infested Cities in the U.S.
Cockroaches are among the most common pests found in homes across the United States – if not the world. Unluckily for us, these insects are annoyingly resilient and can make a home pretty much anywhere. Even though they are found all over the country, there are a few cities that are especially cockroach infested. 1....
Underrated Italian Restaurants In Georgia That Everyone Loves
Georgia might be famous for peaches and sweet tea, but its Italian food scene hides some real treasures that deserve way more attention. Across the state, from bustling Atlanta neighborhoods to quiet coastal towns, small family-run spots and cozy trattorias serve up incredible pasta, pizza, and traditional dishes...
Underground Atlanta: The Unknown History of the City Beneath
Kim Williams braved the chilly air one morning to walk underneath a parking lot connecting to swaths of downtown Atlanta. An avid runner from Savannah, Williams says she was fascinated by the infrastructure underneath the parking lot, leading her to believe there used to be much more. ”I was just...
Macy’s to close Northlake Mall store in national realignment
Store Closure: The Northlake Mall Macy’s is among 14 nationwide locations closing as part of a multi-year "Bold New Chapter" turnaround plan. Clearance Sales: Liquidation sales at the Tucker location are expected to begin in mid-January and run for approximately 10 weeks. Redevelopment Plans: Mall owners are seeking...
Atlanta’s Large, Upscale Shopping Center Is Full Of Premier Retailers And Deluxe Dining Options
Atlanta, Georgia, has no shortage of places to shop and eat — but insiders and locals will quickly direct you to one of Atlanta's best neighborhoods for upscale shopping, Buckhead, if you're looking for high-end retailers and swanky restaurants. The neighborhood is known for upscale hotels, high-rise residences, and...
