Walmart says it is using $2.9 billion in tariff refunds to lower prices

The company told CBS News it will direct the refunds toward groceries and general merchandise.

• Aug 20

2 charged after accidental shooting inside Clayton County Walmart

Police have arrested two 18-year-olds for an accidental shooting inside a Clayton County Walmart that injured two people.

• Aug 6

More Americans report shoplifting as inflation climbs, survey finds

Thirty percent of respondents said they shoplifted this year, with most citing affordability concerns and financial hardship.

• Jul 21

Walmart recalls Marketside lettuce in FL, GA over cyclospora risk

Four Marketside iceberg lettuce products sold at Walmart in Florida, Georgia, and other states were recalled as a precaution; no illnesses reported.

• Jul 19

Walmart cuts prices on thousands of items, including beef and soda

President Trump praised Walmart and said the lower prices are the result of "my Administration's request to celebrate our great Country's 250th birthday."

• Jul 7

Suspect arrested after fire at Chamblee Walmart; store remains closed

A Chamblee Walmart was evacuated and remains closed after a man allegedly set fire to merchandise inside the store.

• May 3

Cobb County leaders shut down plan for Walmart drone deliveries in East Cobb over neighborhood concerns

A plan to bring drone deliveries to an East Cobb Walmart has been grounded, at least for now.

• Apr 23

Walmart planning major remodel project for 13 stores across Georgia

Walmart is planning to give 13 stores around Georgia, including seven in the metro Atlanta area, a big upgrade in 2026.

• Apr 16

Man killed by police after reported shoplifting at Chamblee Walmart

A man is dead after police say he brandished a weapon during a shoplifting call near Walmart on Chamblee Tucker Road.

• Jan 15

Is anything open on Christmas Day 2025? See which businesses are operating.

Most major retail stores and grocery chains are closed on Christmas Day, with some exceptions.

• Dec 29, 2025

Walmart workers in metro Atlanta log overtime as online holiday orders surge

CBS News Atlanta visited a Walmart in Decatur, where employees inside the store's digital backroom on Memorial Drive were racing against the clock to fulfill online orders for customers across metro Atlanta.

• Dec 24, 2025

Walmart and Wing launches drone delivery service in metro Atlanta

Live in metro Atlanta? Your next Walmart delivery could be delivered by a drone in five minutes or less.

• Dec 3, 2025