MARTA's first-ever bus rapid transit line launches April 18, connecting downtown to the Southside BeltLine through Summerhill and Peoplestown. Plus: Atlanta's tallest new tower in 30 years gets its crane removed in Midtown, the 90th Dogwood Festival returns to Piedmont Park with a new entry fee, and Inman Park welcomes Edibles.com's first retail store steps from the BeltLine.
MARTA's First Bus Rapid Transit Line Launches April 18, Connecting Downtown to the Southside BeltLine
The Rapid A-Line is Atlanta's first BRT service, running 5 miles with 14 stops from downtown through Capitol Gateway, Summerhill, and Peoplestown to the BeltLine's Southside Trail. Buses arrive every 10-15 minutes and can change traffic lights to keep moving.
Development & Housing
3 storiesAtlanta's Tallest New Tower in 30 Years Finally Finished as Crane Comes Down
The 60-story 1072 West Peachtree has reached its full height after nearly three years of construction. The crane removal is causing lane closures on West Peachtree between 11th and 12th streets through April 15.
Transit & Infrastructure
1 storyGeorgia Legislature Extends Conservation Program for 10 Years, Boosts Funding 50%
The Georgia Outdoor Stewardship Program, which has allocated $142 million to 74 conservation projects since 2019, gets extended with increased funding. Recent acquisitions include land near the Okefenokee.
Food & Drink
1 story30 Years In, Alon's Bakery Remains a Sandwich Staple in Morningside
The neighborhood institution is still drawing crowds for crusty loaves, stacked sandwiches, and a well-stocked gourmet market. The bresaola panini and smoked peppered turkey on focaccia are must-orders.
Business
3 storiesEdibles.com Opens First Retail Store in Inman Park, Steps from the BeltLine
The hemp-derived THC company launched its flagship location on the BeltLine near Del Bar and Painted Park. It's positioned as a model for responsible, in-person hemp commerce during ongoing regulatory uncertainty.
Community
2 storiesOasis Garden Bringing Outdoor Social Dining Experience to Atlanta This Spring
The new outdoor restaurant at 3250 E. Shadowlawn Ave. will seat 160 with a design inspired by summertime in the city. Menu focuses on barbecue-inspired dishes.
Politics & Policy
2 storiesFulton's Reparations Task Force Delivers 615-Page Report on Harm Done to Black Residents
The comprehensive report documents historical harms from slavery through urban renewal and recommends policy changes in education, housing, and criminal justice. Fulton is one of the largest counties nationally to produce such a study.
- Black Midwife Sues Georgia Over Birth Laws She Says Harm Black Mothers Capital B Atlanta
Public Safety
2 storiesFBI, Atlanta Police Warn Parents About '764' Extremist Network Targeting Kids Online
The violent nihilistic group lures children as young as 9 on private platforms, then uses intimidation to coerce them into self-harm, animal cruelty, or violence. Atlanta police have opened five related investigations.
- Two GSP Troopers Hospitalized After Range Rover Chase, Crash in Buckhead Rough Draft Atlanta
Arts & Culture
1 storyAtlanta Tech Hub Hits 3-Year Mark with $37 Million Mobilized, 1,155 New Hires
Mayor's Office of Technology and Innovation released its 2025 Impact Report showing the tech hub has supported 146 companies, generated $70 million in salaries, and committed $85 million in city pension capital to VC and private equity.