Miami's Chiara Pellacani wins gold as ACC Swim & Dive starts in Atlanta
The veteran Hurricane wins the 3-meter title at Georgia Tech, as Miami divers open the conference meet with three medals on Day 1.
Ossoff, Willis give fiery speeches at Big Bethel AME amid rising civil rights battle
At Atlanta's historic "City Hall of Sweet Auburn," Sen. Jon Ossoff and Fulton County DA Fani Willis framed the moment as a crisis for democracy.
Georgia Democrats move to block ICE detention facilities in South Fulton
Georgia Democrats are launching a coordinated effort to prevent the expansion of ICE detention centers, introducing legislation and city resolutions to block new facilities in South Fulton and across the state.
Cobb approves AI-powered charter school as Atlanta districts consider restructuring
As Georgia's public schools face questions about their future, debate intensifies over whether charter schools deliver results, the impact of AI, and what it will take to ensure lasting success for all students.
Willis challenges Georgia law as unconstitutional and retroactive
Fulton County DA Fani Willis argues that a new state law targeting prosecutors, invoked by codefendants in the dismissed Georgia election interference case, is unconstitutional and being misapplied.
Georgia GOP candidate Rick Jackson sues Lt. Gov. Burt Jones over finance law
Jackson argues Georgia's "leadership committee" law gives Jones an unconstitutional fundraising advantage in the 2026 Republican primary.
Georgia officials respond after affidavit details FBI search of Fulton election hub
Georgia officials push for transparency after affidavit reveals details of FBI search of Fulton County's election office.
DeKalb Schools' lawsuit against social media companies moves forward
DeKalb County schools' case against major social media platforms proceeds, marking a key moment in national lawsuits over student mental health.
4 arrested in homicide of 17-year-old Gwinnett County teen
Four teens have been arrested after a 17-year-old was shot and killed in Gwinnett County, police say.
Miami Beach rolls out deregulation to revive struggling districts
Miami Beach announced it plans to fast-track restaurant and live entertainment openings by easing regulations and raising occupancy limits.
New ICE detention center in Georgia sparks outcry in Social Circle
Plans for a 10,000-bed ICE detention center near an elementary school have united Social Circle residents in opposition, raising concerns about overcrowding, a lack of local infrastructure, and the detention of non-criminal immigrants.
Democrats' 2026 fight: Ossoff rallies Atlanta, centers health care
U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff from Georgia energized Atlanta supporters, spotlighting health care as a defining issue for Democrats in the 2026 election cycle.
ICE eyes Social Circle for massive detention center while city voices alarm
Federal officials have purchased property near Social Circle Elementary to build a 10,000-bed ICE detention facility, prompting city leaders to voice frustration over a lack of transparency.
10-year-old now stable after being shot in targeted Atlanta home shooting
A 10-year-old is recovering after being shot during a targeted attack on Ruzelle Drive in Atlanta, according to police.
Atlanta's arts scene just got a major boost
Dozens of Atlanta artists received new grant funding as part of the city's expanded support for local creative talent.