Atlanta readies for FIFA World Cup with upgrades, free tickets, parties
Atlanta readies for its first FIFA World Cup match with street upgrades, free ticket giveaways, and citywide watch parties and celebrations.
GDOT closes all lanes of I-285 between MLK Jr. Drive and Cascade Road for weekend construction
All lanes of I-285 between Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. and Cascade Rd. are temporarily closing tonight as the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) continues a major reconstruction project on Atlanta's west side.
Less than two weeks before FIFA matches, Atlanta hotels still have rooms to fill
New numbers from the Atlanta Convention and Visitors Bureau are showing hotels aren't seeing the surge in bookings they expected from the more than 300,000 people expected to come to Atlanta for the matches.
Actor Tray Chaney and son reflect back on devastating tornado, 1 year later
A year after an EF-2 tornado destroyed "The Wire" actor Tray Cheney's home, his family reflecting on that day and sharing their experience in hopes of helping others who may end up in this situation.
Atlanta organization sees concerning increase in city's unhoused population
An Atlanta organization that works to place the city's unhoused community into homes says they've seen a worrying increase in the number of people experiencing homelessness.
Metro Atlanta Airbnb hosts excited for World Cup boom to bookings
Some metro Atlanta Airbnb hosts are banking on big bucks during the city's eight Men's World Cup matches.
Heavy rains in Marietta lead to spike in emergency tree removal calls
As persistent storms soak metro Atlanta, tree service companies like Top Tier Trees are seeing a surge in emergency calls from homeowners worried about rain-weakened roots and falling trees.
Travelers in Atlanta choosing rail over roads for Memorial Day weekend
Many holiday travelers who spoke to CBS Atlanta on Friday said train rides are beating the stress of driving during the holiday weekend, especially with the high costs of gas and flights.
Atlanta airport to see 3 million travelers over Memorial Day weekend
Officials at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport expect nearly 3 million travelers to pass through the airport over Memorial Day weekend as passengers brace for long lines, traffic and higher travel costs.
Goodwill program helps Georgians with criminal pasts get 2nd chance
Goodwill of North Georgia is helping thousands of formerly incarcerated people earn trade certifications and find jobs.
Atlanta business owners feel impact of I-285's construction shutdown
Some businesses in southwest Atlanta say the I-285 construction project left them with much slower business than the usual weekend.
Spelman College makes history with 7 valedictorians
For the first time in Spelman College's history, the historically-Black college has seven valedictorians.
South Cobb High School senior finds power to face adversity through DJing
South Cobb High School senior Mackenzie Dailey has faced homelessness and adversity, but her love of music kept her going to school.
Georgia student living with rare neurological disorder overcomes challenges to attend Georgia Tech
A high school senior in Marietta, Sonali Limaye, living with a walking disability, hasn't let her impairment get in the way of her education. The senior has excelled academically set to graduate with a 4.5 GPA.
Canton special needs educator named Cherokee County's Teacher of the Year
Angela Ezell says her passion for teaching students with learning disabilities and making sure they are accepted is the real reward.