Henry Co. named fastest-growing majority Black U.S. county

According to a review of census data, Henry County is the fastest growing majority Black suburban county in the U.S.

• Aug 12

DeKalb police share successes and areas of improvement at town hall

With crime trending downward in DeKalb, the police department held a Tuesday night town hall to discuss wins and areas for growth.

• Aug 11

Dunwoody bans vape shops near kids, citing child-targeted marketing

The latest ordinance, approved Monday, prevents vape retailers from setting up near places where children gather, as Dunwoody takes steps to address youth vaping.

• Aug 10

Development plan sparks worry for Woodstock mobile home residents

A packed meeting in Cherokee County saw residents and activists protest a proposed development that could displace longtime mobile home community members in Woodstock.

• Aug 6

Suspect arrested in Piedmont Park teen's killing; 2 still sought

Police arrested a suspect Friday in the Piedmont Park shooting that killed 16-year-old Tianah Robinson, bringing a measure of closure to a community amid renewed calls for public safety.

• Aug 2

Gwinnett County holds public hearings on proposed millage rate

Gwinnett County is asking homeowners to weigh in on a potential tax increase to help pay for new libraries, first responder services and park upkeep.

• Jul 23

Piedmont Park neighbors voice opposition to Monroe Drive Safe Streets project

Some homeowners around Piedmont Park who live close to the Monroe Drive Safe Streets project are voicing some opposition to the new project.

• Jul 23

Paint N Sit ATL provides free art supplies to boost community, mental health

Elijah Wade's nonprofit, Paint N Sit ATL, is helping thousands find connection, community and emotional wellness through art.

• Jul 23

College Park may change rules for group living facility requests

College Park leaders are considering new rules governing requests for group living facilities after homeowners said their addresses appeared on a City Council agenda without their knowledge.

• Jul 21

Stockbridge council strips Mayor Jayden Williams of powers amid probe

Stockbridge suspends Mayor Jayden Williams' city access and authority during an independent probe, stressing this is not a finding of wrongdoing.

• Jul 19

College Park denies Open Meetings Act violations at Savannah meeting

The city attorney calls complaints over a Savannah council meeting "meritless" after the AG questioned Open Meetings Act compliance.

• Jul 19

Residents rally to save Buy Low grocery as storage facility proposed

Residents say replacing the Buy Low grocery store with a proposed self-storage facility would deepen food access challenges in northwest Atlanta.

• Jul 8

Could a new DeKalb law help shelter animals?

A proposed DeKalb County ordinance to ban the retail sale of dogs, cats, and rabbits in pet stores has been postponed as officials review the legislation.

• Jul 7

Atlanta pastor gives free gas as prices rise on Iran conflict, reinstated fuel tax

With gas prices rising due to renewed tensions with Iran and Georgia's reinstated fuel tax, Pastor Jeremy Tuck of Connection Point Church in Forest Park is helping drivers.

• Jun 28

Atlanta woman fears for family after deadly Venezuela earthquakes

In Atlanta, local restaurant worker Jeanelle Evghill anxiously waits for news from her family still trapped in the hardest-hit areas.

• Jun 25

Summerhill fights Olympic cauldron move, citing history and legacy

Locals say moving the Olympic cauldron to Centennial Park threatens a symbol of Summerhill's history and activist Mattie Ansley Jackson's legacy.

• Jun 22

Lewis Foundation honors 10 students, 3 nonprofits for community impact

Ten Atlanta students and three nonprofits were honored by the Lewis Foundation's Good Troublemakers program for advancing education, civic engagement, and impact.

• Jun 21

MARTA highlights crime drop, safety upgrades after federal audit

In a letter to federal transit officials, MARTA highlighted falling crime rates, increased police staffing, new fare gates and hundreds of millions in planned safety investments as the agency undergoes a federal review.

• Jun 17

Mableton residents press for answers on $21M public safety proposal

At a packed town hall, Mableton residents raised tough questions about costs, transparency, and the city's future police force.

• Jun 16

DeKalb community pushes back against new liquor store proposal

A developer's plan to turn a vacant Walgreens into a liquor store on Covington Highway has ignited fierce debate in DeKalb County.

• Jun 8

No babysitter? No problem. These Atlanta moms are working out with babies in tow

What began as one postpartum mother's search for connection has grown into a weekly gathering that blends strength training, cardio and community-building — with babies in tow.

• Jun 2

Atlanta apartment residents still without power days after outage at Manor III

Elderly and disabled residents at Manor III Apartments in southeast Atlanta say they've been without electricity for days after an apparent electrical fire damaged a breaker box.

• May 12

Georgia governor signs $36.6B budget, trims spending after tax cuts

Gov. Brian Kemp approved Georgia's $36.6 billion state budget for 2027, cutting $300 million from planned spending after recent tax cuts reduced projected revenue.

• May 12

Hills 4 ATL turns tragedy into movement for this Atlanta fitness community

After surviving a hit-and-run while jogging in Atlanta, Alvin "AB" Bailey transformed a personal setback into Hills 4 ATL.

• May 11

Savannah Bananas unite fans with baseball, coffee at Atlanta Dunkin'

Fans lined up outside a Cobb County Dunkin' as players from the Savannah Bananas and Party Animals served coffee, signed autographs and connected with families ahead of their Atlanta games.

• May 10

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