DSW to close at Atlantic Station early next year
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — After Publix announced it’s leaving Atlantic Station, another staple at the shopping center is also expected to pack up soon. DSW, located right next to Publix, will close on Jan. 24. Hines, the real estate company that created and owns Atlantic Station, confirmed on Saturday that...
Midtown apartment fire displaces resident
An apartment building in midtown Atlanta was evacuated Saturday night after a fire.
Ex-sheriff accused of keeping man in restraint chair for hours in case called ‘cruel...
In a federal courtroom in Atlanta, a former Georgia sheriff is back in the hot seat.
Major metro Atlanta landlord agrees to pay millions to settle false advertising lawsuit
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Greystar, the country’s largest apartment landlord and the owner of at least 60 metro Atlanta locations, has been ordered to pay millions in restitution to settle a lawsuit. In January, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the State of Colorado filed a...
Atlanta Community Food Bank receives $750K grant to boost food rescue efforts
The Atlanta Community Food Bank announced today a $750,000 grant from Walmart and Feeding America, part of a continuing, multi-year partnership to strengthen food donation efforts between food banks, partner agencies, and local retailers. Funded by Walmart and awarded to 13 food banks in the Feeding America network...
Family-owned Atlanta restaurant to close its doors after 25 years
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A family-owned restaurant that has served southeast Atlanta for 25 years will soon close its doors, the owners announced on social media. Right next to Oakland Cemetery at 242 Boulevard SE, Agave’s last day in business will be Jan. 31, 2026. The owners cited “the current economic...
Real Christmas tree lots come to some metro Atlanta Home Depots
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Christmas is just a few weeks away, meaning it’s time to put up a tree!. But if you don’t feel like chopping it down yourself, there are Christmas tree lots all around metro Atlanta — including at Home Depot stores. Senior Live Goods Merchant Jennifar McComish came to Atlanta News...
Traffic stop leads to arrest of suspects wanted in metro Atlanta
Two suspects with active warrants were arrested during a traffic stop last week, deputies said.
Young adults are waiting in line to worship at this fast-growing Atlanta church
After Atlanta pastor Philip Anthony Mitchell stopped dwelling on growing his congregation about three years ago, its attendance surged. Now, lines packed with young adults snake outside 2819 Church, some arriving as early as 5:30 a.m. to secure a spot for Sunday worship. Christian rap and contemporary music blast...
Mellow Mushroom to reopen Decatur location with new look
On opening day, the first 25 guests will receive a limited-edition Mellow-branded tote bag, filled with a Mellow t-shirt, key chain, and bounceback card.
