Fulton County Under ‘Domestic Violence Epidemic’ With Nearly 1,000 Cases In Metro Atlanta
Fulton County, Georgia, is experiencing what its district attorney calls a “domestic violence epidemic” as cases soar in the area. Located within Metro Atlanta, the county has logged nearly 1,000 pending felony cases of domestic abuse. Its DA, Fani Willis, has called the matter a growing issue that must be addressed...
Atlanta-based Newell Brands to layoff 900 employees, will close 20 Yankee Candle stores
Newell Brands announced a global productivity plan today aimed at enhancing its competitiveness and delivering greater value for consumers.
Intense Debate: Atlanta Megachurch Pastor Detained Following Son’s Arrival at School with Blood-Stained Pants
BET - 11/26/2025 05:51:49 PM. Kenneth McFarland, an associate pastor at Atlanta's 2819 Church, was recently arrested for allegedly abusing his 15-year-old stepson with a power cord. The incident came to light when a school official noticed the boy's injuries, which included blood on his pants. McFarland was charged...
Jamal Bryant-Led New Birth Baptist Church Hosts Black Businesses Market
New Birth's lead pastor, Jamal Bryant, has led the initiative to uplift Black businesses that align with shoppers' values. Almost 100 Black businesses were spotlighted by Pastor Jamal Bryant and the New Birth Baptist Church for its new entrepreneurial initaitive. The Bullseye Black Market, beginning Nov. 28, featured...
Essential Purchases and Items to Avoid at Your DeKalb Farmers Market (YDFM)
The Your DeKalb Farmers Market (YDFM) has been a topic of discussion among community members, especially regarding the best and worst items to purchase. While similar discussions are common for stores like Trader Joe's and Costco, YDFM has not been as frequently discussed. The conversation started with a community...
Why Is Georgia Called the Peach State? The Juicy Truth
If you’ve ever seen a Georgia license plate, grabbed a peach at an Atlanta farmers market, or cheered at a Braves game, you’ve probably noticed one thing: peaches are everywhere. Roadside stands, gift shops, and even the state’s official nickname proudly proclaim Georgia as “The Peach State.” But...
Austell man charged with shooting AK-47 at two Cobb gas stations
An Austell man was indicted last week on charges related to multiple shootings at two Cobb gas stations in 2022. Treyvon Jenkins, now 24, is accused of firing an AK-47 at a man in his car at a Valero Gas Station in Powder Springs, and again shooting the gun during a second attack at a Shell gas station along Richard...
She wanted to keep her son in his school district. It was more challenging...
ATLANTA — It was the worst summer in years. Sechita McNair’s family took no vacations. Her younger boys didn’t go to camp. Her van was repossessed, and her family nearly got evicted — again.
Earth needs more energy. Atlanta’s Super Soaker creator may have a solution.
The legendary inventor of the Super Soaker, Lonnie Johnson, is refining technology in Atlanta that he thinks could help the planet reduce energy waste.
Class action lawsuit over LaVista Walk apartment fire moves forward
A federal court has certified a class action for over 220 residents displaced by the 2023 Thanksgiving fire at The Reserve at LaVista Walk apartment complex in Atlanta.
