The SE Beltline is buzzing with new development as Reynoldstown finally sees progress on a long-stalled housing project. Meanwhile, political tensions are running high as both DeKalb and Atlanta grapple with ICE enforcement issues.
Reynoldstown Corner Near Beltline Finally Breaks Ground
After sitting empty for nearly five years, that cleared lot at Chester Avenue and Fulton Terrace is finally seeing action. Embry Development is moving forward with 85 residential units just a block from the Eastside Trail. It's another sign that the Beltline corridor keeps drawing serious investment, even when projects hit delays.
Development & Housing
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16-Home Development The Row 900 Breaks Ground in Peoplestown
A new 16-home infill project called The Row 900 is going up on the 900 block of Hank Aaron Drive in Peoplestown, right on the path of MARTA's new Rapid A-Line. Homes range from 1,500 to 2,000 square feet with prices starting around $600K.
Food & Drink
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New Asian-American Spot Mushi Ni Opens in Inman Park
Chefs Michael Le and Tanya Jimenez just opened their first restaurant on Elizabeth Street, right off the Freedom Park Trail. Expect soft shell crab bao, Peking chicken platters, and Thai tea martinis. The pop-up-turned-restaurant is serving lunch and dinner with serious cocktail game.
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Politics & Policy
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Atlanta Council Advances ICE Detention Limits
The City Council's Public Safety Committee unanimously moved forward two resolutions: one barring ICE detention facilities within city limits, and another requiring Atlanta police to document when ICE agents are present during their operations. The full council votes April 20, while firefighters are still mad about their contract dispute.
Public Safety
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ICE Agents Deploy to Atlanta Airport During Shutdown
Armed federal immigration officers in tactical gear are patrolling Hartsfield-Jackson as the partial government shutdown drives massive TSA staffing shortages. The agents aren't doing security screenings or immigration enforcement, just providing security while travelers face four-hour wait times to get through checkpoints.
Community
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8-Foot Python Spotted on Atlanta Beltline
Someone captured video of a man handling an 8- to 10-foot snake found along the Beltline, but wildlife officials are warning people not to handle unknown animals. The "Atlanta-Conda" incident has reptile experts concerned about both the snake's welfare and public safety.