275 stories · Inside The Perimeter, Atlanta
The city's all-hours alternative to jail has handled more than 2,000 diversions since opening in January 2025, far short of the 10,000 to 14,000 visitors a year it was built to serve.
Storms forced the Atlanta Food & Wine Festival to cancel Saturday afternoon's Southern Spread Tasting Tent at The Home Depot Backyard, but the evening events and Sunday's finale are going ahead.
Ahead of the September 24 Netflix reboot, the beloved HBCU sitcom's cast gathered for a panel in Atlanta during UNCF's UNITE Summit on higher education.
With the World Cup crowds gone, Urbanize revisits the twin-tower housing plan that once promised to remake South Downtown and asks what it will take to finally bring residents downtown.
Mayor Andre Dickens and city leaders gathered at City Hall to close out six weeks of World Cup festivities, calling the run proof Atlanta can host the world.
Four years of buildup ended Wednesday in downtown Atlanta, where an England versus Argentina semifinal at Mercedes-Benz Stadium capped the biggest sporting spectacle the city has hosted since the 1996 Olympics.
A screening of the local film 'The Games in Black & White' at the Tara Theatre celebrates three decades since the torch touched down at Atlanta City Hall.
The city says a pre-tournament infrastructure effort left downtown pavement rated 'good' instead of 'fair,' and the improvement is here to stay.
Lionel Messi scored again at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, pushing to the front of the World Cup's top-scorer race as the tournament rolls through its Atlanta matches.
Atlanta's FIFA Fan Festival adds an extra day Thursday as thousands gather at Centennial Olympic Park to watch Team USA battle Turkey in the final group stage match at 10 p.m.
After Metro Atlanta led the nation in self-storage construction in 2025, the mayor signed an executive order imposing a temporary moratorium on new facilities.
State legislators dialed back a controversial provision that would have mandated hand recounts of top races before certification.
Atlanta's draft class meets the media Thursday at the team's practice facility after a draft that brought three new players to State Farm Arena.
The FIFA Fan Festival at Centennial Olympic Park has welcomed a quarter-million visitors since the tournament began, with organizers adding an extra night Thursday for the crucial USA-Turkey Group D finale.
Atlanta signed the veteran guard to a one-year, $21 million deal and acquired Wiggins from Oklahoma City as the team reshapes its roster for next season.
Gov. Brian Kemp cut funding for domestic violence shelters, survivor support services, and child advocacy programs as part of sweeping budget reductions, leaving providers struggling to maintain capacity.
Voters headed to the polls Tuesday for runoff elections that will determine which candidates advance to the general election in contested races across the state.
After 20 years of incarceration, new evidence exonerated a man who had maintained his innocence throughout his imprisonment.
Team USA faces Paraguay in their opening Group D match at 9 p.m. tonight as metro Atlanta's official watch parties, fan festivals, and neighborhood celebrations gear up for the biggest moment yet.
For the first time in more than 50 years, Haiti will compete on soccer's biggest stage, and a new two-week initiative serves as the city's official home for Haitian culture.
The transit agency's long-awaited new rail cars remain sidelined with no firm date for when passengers can expect to ride them.
The state is days away from a special session to redraw congressional and legislative maps, even as federal litigation over the current boundaries remains unsettled.
Over 100 women entrepreneurs have now completed the nation's only municipally-funded accelerator for women founders, collectively raising $6.29 million and creating 750 jobs.
Atlanta lens-based artist Sheila Pree Bright curates a new exhibition at One Contemporary Gallery showcasing the city through local photographers' perspectives.
The free festival features Summer Walker, watch parties on giant screens, and programming celebrating Atlanta's African, Caribbean, and Latino communities throughout the five-week tournament.
The Entertainment District transforms into an immersive destination through July 15, featuring rotating food vendors like King of Pops, future tenants including Shake Shack, and new openings from Cosm and The Irish Exit.
The historic downtown district is transforming into an official FIFA Watch Party venue with futsal courts, watch parties, and new landscaping designed to handle hundreds of thousands of visitors.
Longtime riders attest to deteriorating conditions as the agency faces a federal investigation, with critics questioning whether internal changes alone can reverse years of neglect.
The 1996 Atlanta Olympic champion has established a network of gymnastics academies in Georgia, Maryland, Texas, and Virginia focused on health, community, and joy over harsh competition.
Columbus residents express concern about voter apathy, particularly among younger generations, as Republican-led redistricting efforts loom in the General Assembly.
From Castleberry Hill to Vine City to the newly revamped Adair Park, here's your guide to comfort food, cocktails, and creative sushi within walking distance of match day action.
Atlanta's soccer bars are prepped for a summer of world-class soccer in their own backyard. Atlanta Magazine's roundup points fans to the Brewhouse Cafe in Little Five Points, Der Biergarten downtown, Manny's in Grant Park, and Fadó in Midtown and Buckhead, plus the 34-day Decatur WatchFest in the Square and pop-up viewing along the BeltLine. Many spots run pre- and post-match parties on Atlanta matchdays.
All Stripes, Atlanta United's LGBTQ+ supporter group, is partnering with the international Pride House network to keep queer fans safe and welcome during Atlanta's eight World Cup matches, June 15 through July 15. The effort includes watch parties at venues like Decatur WatchFest, embassy and emergency contact tables at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, and coordination with organizers on an inclusive stadium environment.
What Now Atlanta's monthly roundup of upcoming openings turned up several concepts headed Inside the Perimeter. A French-inspired Little Tart bakery is planned for Candler Park, Hawaiian Bros Island Grill is bringing plate lunches to Downtown, and Under Pressure Wine Bar plans a wine-first room near Chastain. The list is a mix of local expansions and new concepts joining Atlanta's dining scene.
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy directs the FTA to examine MARTA's security spending, safety protocols, and risks to riders following two violent attacks in late May that left one passenger dead.
From soccer bars like Brewhouse Cafe's new South Downtown location to the 34-day Decatur WatchFest with concerts by Big Boi and Indigo Girls, here's your guide to experiencing the tournament across the city.
The non-binding 3-1 vote contradicts Secretary of State guidance and comes ahead of a special legislative session on June 17 to address ballot QR codes before the July 1 deadline.
The man accused in the fatal attack on Alyssa Paige had been taken to the Center for Diversion and Services just 12 days earlier after allegedly threatening someone with a knife downtown.
The Southern Center for Human Rights says horrifying accounts from former prisoners expose ongoing crumbling conditions, including inadequate food, water, and sleep accommodations.
Irish officials in Atlanta highlight sports as an emerging area of diplomacy, using the World Cup as an opportunity to strengthen economic connections with Georgia.
Despite $8 million in spending and record Democratic early voter turnout, both incumbent state Supreme Court justices held their seats in the May nonpartisan election.
After years of development and testing, MARTA's cutting-edge CQ400 railcars officially enter revenue service, bringing what the agency calls 'the most technologically advanced trains in the U.S.' to Atlanta's rail network just weeks before the World Cup.
Nearly 30 residents braved a torrential downpour to speak against cuts to parks while police spending grows, but only four of 15 council members showed up to listen.
The Public Service Commission approved a rate decrease that will save customers an average of $50 a year, even as the utility works to recover $912 million in storm costs.
The most diverse USMNT roster in history is preparing at the Arthur M. Blank training center before friendlies against Senegal and Germany, with eight Black American-born players on the 26-man squad.
Recent rains have helped, with drought coverage dropping from 80% to 56% in the most severe categories, but officials warn the state needs much more precipitation heading into summer.
The massive public watch party zone will operate for 18 days during the tournament, offering free viewing of matches, interactive experiences, and live entertainment for fans without tickets to Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Mayor Andre Dickens is relying on tax allocation district extensions to fund his sweeping investment in long-neglected Atlanta neighborhoods, but experts say additional public funding sources will be needed.
Starting July 1, Fulton County will no longer accept most misdemeanor arrestees at the Rice Street jail amid a federal consent decree over the facility's unconstitutional conditions.
Atlanta Parks and Recreation Commissioner Justin Cutler is stepping down after four years of leading the department through major park improvements and rising national rankings.
The new parking deck near the South Terminal adds thousands of spaces walkable to the domestic terminal, described as a 'serious upgrade' ahead of World Cup traffic.
Rohadfox Corporation, one of Atlanta's oldest minority-owned construction and program management firms, marked five decades with an official city proclamation declaring May 15 as 'Joy Rohadfox Day.'
More than 1 million Democrats pulled ballots compared to 940,000 Republicans in last week's primary, a 52.6% to 45.4% split that has both parties analyzing what it means for November.
Bob Horner, the power-hitting third baseman who was the No. 1 overall draft pick in 1978 and hit a home run in his debut with the Atlanta Braves after skipping the minor leagues, has died.
Mayor Andre Dickens is relying on tax allocation districts to bankroll a $5.5 billion Neighborhood Reinvestment Initiative aimed at long-neglected Atlanta neighborhoods. Councilmember Michael Julian Bond has introduced legislation to extend six TADs through 2056, which the mayor's chief of staff projects could generate $5 billion to $7 billion over 30 years. Even at the high end, the initiative will need other public funding sources to reach neighborhoods outside the TAD boundaries.
A flood watch covers much of north Georgia and metro Atlanta for Monday, with thunderstorms expected to bring 3-6 inches of rain. Some areas of Cherokee and Cobb counties saw 6 inches Sunday, and flooding already blocked portions of I-75.
MARTA is readying its busiest station for the influx of international soccer fans. Five Points Station has received upgrades to handle the increased crowds expected during FIFA World Cup matches at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Portman Hospitality Fund I has acquired the Westin Peachtree Plaza from Marriott International, bringing the iconic 73-story tower back to the firm that designed it nearly 50 years ago. A full renovation is planned before Atlanta hosts Super Bowl LXII in 2028.
Georgia State Patrol reports 219 DUI arrests and nine fatal crashes so far during the 78-hour Memorial Day holiday travel period. Officials are urging motorists to buckle up and put phones away.
Voters in five state Senate districts and seven state House districts will return to the polls June 16 after no candidate cleared the 50% threshold needed to avoid a runoff in Tuesday's primary.
The building that anchored downtown Atlanta for fifty years under the CNN banner officially reopened Wednesday as The CTR, a redeveloped mixed-use destination with a new atrium, food, art, and the city's new Atlanta Cultural Exchange platform. Mayor Andre Dickens and CP Group, the developers who bought the property, marked the milestone with about three and a half weeks to go before FIFA World Cup matches start drawing visitors downtown.
Fulton County Board of Commissioners Chairman Robb Pitts will face former Commissioner Mo Ivory in a June 16 runoff after Ivory finished first in Tuesday's three-person Democratic primary. Ivory pulled 40 percent of the vote, Pitts took 35 percent, and Commissioner Marvin Arrington Jr. came in third at 25 percent. Since no candidate cleared 51 percent, the race goes to a second round.
Atlanta developer Portman has acquired the Westin Peachtree Plaza, the cylindrical 73-story hotel that has stood over downtown for fifty years, through its Portman Hospitality Fund I. Marriott International sold the 1,073-key property but will continue to manage it under a long-term agreement. A renovation is planned for what is still Atlanta's sixth tallest building.
MARTA released progress photos this week from its billion-dollar Station Rehabilitation Program, which is upgrading rail stations and facilities across the system. Several rail stations have already wrapped, with new flooring, new walls, better lighting, and deep cleanings. The work runs alongside the rollout of Breeze 2.0 fare gates and the NextGen Bus Network route redesign.
Torrential rain during Wednesday's rush hour turned parts of I-75/85 into a river, stranding vehicles and shutting down the Downtown Connector for over 90 minutes. A veteran waded through chest-deep water near Baker Street to rescue a woman clinging to the roof of her submerged car.
With Keisha Lance Bottoms securing the Democratic nomination, the spotlight shifts to Republicans. Lt. Gov. Burt Jones and healthcare executive Rick Jackson will face off June 16 after neither cleared 50% in Tuesday's primary. Expect the negative ads to continue.
The reimagined former CNN Center officially opened Wednesday as The CTR, a mixed-use development positioned to welcome international visitors during next month's FIFA World Cup matches at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Memorial Day weekend brings back two Atlanta favorites: the free Atlanta Jazz Festival returns to Piedmont Park, while MomoCon takes over the Georgia World Congress Center with anime, gaming, and pop culture programming.
Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms won the Democratic primary for governor outright on Tuesday, clearing the 50% threshold needed to avoid a runoff. She took 56% of the vote, far outpacing former state senator Jason Esteves and former DeKalb CEO Michael Thurmond. In November, she will face either Lt. Gov. Burt Jones or healthcare billionaire Rick Jackson, who are headed to a June 16 GOP runoff.
Mayor Andre Dickens is scaling back his push to extend all eight of Atlanta's tax allocation districts. New legislation introduced Monday omits the BeltLine and Perry-Bolton TADs from the extension push, letting them sunset on schedule in 2030 and 2041. The revised Neighborhood Reinvestment Initiative also creates a new trust fund for greater accountability.
Mayor Dickens' proposed fiscal 2027 budget includes a $16.5 million increase for the Atlanta Police Department, bringing the total to $324.4 million. That would be the department's largest general fund allocation on record. The Atlanta Citizens Review Board will also see increased funding.
A parking lot at 110 Broad Street has become Founders Green, a half-acre park in the heart of South Downtown's redevelopment. Gov. Brian Kemp and Mayor Andre Dickens led the ribbon-cutting today. The park includes a stage for concerts and movie nights, with El Tesoro's third location opening next door.
Atlanta placed 18th on the Trust for Public Land's annual ParkScore index, the city's highest ranking ever and four spots up from last year. Now 85% of Atlantans live within a 10-minute walk of a park. Park investment reaches $312 per person when including philanthropic dollars, double the national average.
The city launched an awareness campaign focused on human trafficking ahead of the FIFA World Cup. Officials say large events create increased vulnerability. The campaign emphasizes awareness and support resources for potential victims.
The National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning for eastern Fulton and west central DeKalb counties Wednesday evening. Rainfall rates reached 1-2 inches per 30 minutes, with localized totals potentially hitting 6 inches. The warning remains in effect until 11:15 p.m.
The soaring atrium inside the CNN Center is becoming the CTR, an 80,000-square-foot food hall with 11 stalls and seating for 500. Compiled by Robert Montwaid of Chattahoochee Food Works, the CTR sits between Centennial Olympic Park and State Farm Arena with five entrances.
Mayor Andre Dickens is trimming the Neighborhood Reinvestment Initiative, the ambitious plan to steer up to $10 billion into affordable housing and wraparound services for Atlanta's south and west sides. The revised version would let two of the original eight tax allocation districts expire, including the BeltLine TAD, the city's largest, when it sunsets in 2030. The plan has been under scrutiny for a year, and this is the clearest signal yet that the final version will be smaller than the pitch.
Atlanta's planning department is closing in on ATL Zoning 2.0, the first rewrite of the city's land-use code in 44 years. Housing advocates fear the third draft will keep most of the same single-family framework that already locks up more than 60% of the city's residential land. The worry is that a once-in-a-generation chance to legalize duplexes and small apartments quietly slips away.
Atlanta is one of five cities where Waymo's self-driving vehicles scan streets and flag potholes as they go. According to 11Alive, the city is not currently using any of that data to inform repairs. It is a small detail with a familiar Atlanta ring to it: the information exists, and the pipeline to act on it does not.
Invest Atlanta's board approved a $925,000 grant to dress up Upper Alabama Street and Peachtree Fountains Plaza at Underground Atlanta in time for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The work, paid for out of Eastside Tax Allocation District money, is supposed to wrap within about four weeks of the first matches and is billed as the first of four phases to re-tenant the long-struggling complex.
Gov. Brian Kemp has called state legislators back to the Capitol for a June 17 special session to redraw voting district boundaries and change election administration rules following the Supreme Court's April ruling that race cannot be used in redistricting. Civil rights leaders are angry, calling the timing and scope an attack on Black voting power.
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis says she will file a lawsuit challenging the new Georgia law that removes party labels from district attorney and solicitor races in metro Atlanta counties. Gov. Kemp signed the bill Wednesday over fierce opposition from prosecutors who say it targets Black elected officials.
A Georgia Senate committee issued subpoenas Wednesday to Stacey Abrams and several of her 2018 campaign allies as part of an investigation into allegations she made about voter suppression in her gubernatorial loss to Brian Kemp. Republican leaders say the probe is about accountability; Democrats call it political retaliation.
The FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour is stopping in Atlanta this weekend at The Home Depot Backyard outside Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Fans can see the trophy Friday and Saturday before the tournament kicks off in June.
Eater Atlanta published its monthly list of the best new restaurants around the city, highlighting South Downtown openings arriving ahead of the World Cup including Sammy's Broad Street BBQ and Irish Exit from the team behind NYC's Dead Rabbit.
Early voting is already underway for Georgia's May 19 midterm primary. Atlanta Civic Circle dropped three new explainers Tuesday morning covering the full ballot, separate walkthroughs for the Democratic and Republican primaries, and a build-your-ballot tool, all aimed at voters who say their sample ballot is too long to read.
Gov. Brian Kemp signed a slate of tax bills at the state Capitol on Monday, including a scaled-back income tax cut and legislation aimed at slowing the rapid increase in homeowner property tax bills. Rough Draft Atlanta reported lawmakers started the year talking about eliminating both taxes outright before settling on the trimmed compromise.
Urbanize Atlanta reported the City of Atlanta has topped WalletHub's annual ranking of best U.S. cities for launching a career for the fourth straight year. The 182-city study weighed 25 indicators across professional opportunity, quality of life, and cost of living, landing on Atlanta in a 2026 graduation season when 69 percent of employers reported difficulty filling open roles.
SaportaReport detailed how a Georgia State University student mural project under the Courtland Street viaduct is expanding into South Downtown with new walls coming together in time for the FIFA World Cup. Nearly 200 students contributed motifs to panels arranged collaboratively in the campus Two-Dimensional Design class.
Robert Edward 'Ted' Turner III, the creator of CNN and a television pioneer who transformed Atlanta into a global media capital, has died at 87. The billionaire media mogul, former Braves owner, and philanthropist leaves behind a legacy that reshaped both the city and the world's relationship with news.
Councilmember Kelsea Bond is calling for a sweeping audit of the city's Housing Help Center, arguing Atlanta needs a clearer picture of whether its eviction-prevention system is actually keeping residents housed.
The historic 85 Peachtree building in South Downtown, one of Atlanta's original department stores, has completed its conversion into 200+ apartments as metro Atlanta emerges as a national leader in adaptive reuse housing.
Atlanta United is playing its best soccer of the season heading into a Saturday night match against the LA Galaxy at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, riding a three-game winning streak that has revived playoff hopes.
Consumer and environmental advocates raised concerns before the Georgia Public Service Commission about the specific costs Georgia Power is including in its fuel cost recovery plan as data center demand surges.
Mayor Andre Dickens proposed a $994.7 million general fund budget for FY2027, a two percent bump from the prior year. Rough Draft Atlanta reported the spending plan continues funding for the Neighborhood Reinvestment Initiative and the city's affordable housing commitment, with rising retirement and healthcare costs accounting for much of the increase.
Hundreds of workers and labor allies marched through Atlanta on May 1 in a Teamsters-led rally that ended at the Home Depot headquarters. Atlanta Civic Circle reported the union is targeting the retailer over warehouse organizing fights and what marchers called a corporate playbook of stalling first contracts.
Rough Draft Atlanta reported the Atlanta City Council is holding a series of public budget briefings throughout May as it works through the mayor's proposed FY2027 budget. Each session focuses on specific departments and gives residents a chance to weigh in before the final vote.
Axios Atlanta reported the city would need to preserve roughly 116,000 existing housing units to make a real dent in its affordability problem. The figure reframes the conversation around new construction, putting weight on naturally affordable older housing stock that gets lost to teardowns and rising rents.
Atlanta Magazine and the AJC both covered Bruce Springsteen's stop at State Farm Arena, where the Boss leaned into politically charged material alongside the catalog hits. The night doubled as a piece of Atlanta concert history, with Springsteen using the room to push back on the Trump administration while the crowd sang back every word.
The Atlanta Voice reported Alpha Derby Weekend returned to Atlanta for its 11th year with city proclamations and more than $300,000 raised for scholarships and community programs. The annual weekend, hosted by the brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha, has grown into one of the city's signature philanthropic events.
MARTA's new Better Breeze fare payment system is now active across the rail and bus network. Riders need the new Orange Breeze card or can tap a credit card or mobile wallet at the gates, replacing the old Blue Breeze card system that the agency has been phasing out.
Saba Lobjanidze scored twice and Atlanta United took down CF Montreal 3-1 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Saturday night. The Atlanta Voice reported it was the team's third consecutive victory and the kind of result manager Tata Martino said the squad owed the fans after a difficult stretch.
Councilmember Matt Westmoreland's resolution would require the Dickens administration to publish annual reports breaking down how the Affordable Housing Trust Fund spends its money, starting with the new fiscal year on July 1. The council's Community Development committee approved it unanimously, with a full-council vote expected next week.
Since 2021, the Affordable Housing Trust Fund has funneled over $80 million to various initiatives with little public visibility. New legislation aims to change that.
The quarterly guide adds Sammy's sandwich shop in Adair Park, longtime institution Alon's Bakery, and neighborhood wine bar Madeira Park to the essential dining list.
After back-to-back blowout losses, Atlanta returns to State Farm Arena needing a win to force a deciding Game 7 in New York.
Hours after the court struck down a Louisiana electoral map, some Georgia Republicans called for redrawing congressional districts before the midterms.
Prices jumped five cents overnight and are up more than 80 cents compared to last year, with some metro counties approaching $3.90 per gallon.
Matt Olson's two-run shot in the ninth inning off closer Kenley Jansen lifted Atlanta to a 22-9 record, the best in baseball.
The world's busiest airport now features shops highlighting BeltLine culture, local fashion, and Black-owned brands in Concourse B.
Census estimates show metro Atlanta gained nearly 62,000 residents last year, leapfrogging Miami and Washington D.C. to reclaim the No. 6 spot nationally.
Atlanta's playoff run faces elimination after New York proved too strong at Madison Square Garden, sending the series back to State Farm Arena.
Frontrunners in both parties traded attacks in heated debates as early voting continues for the May 19 primary.
The former U.S. Congressman who represented Georgia's 13th District for over two decades will be honored with a public viewing.
As Morocco prepares to play its third group stage match in Atlanta, the country's ambassador emphasizes soccer as a tool for deepening U.S. partnership.
State environmental officials have enacted Level 1 drought measures, requiring public water systems to launch conservation campaigns as southeast Georgia battles its largest wildfires in years.
The former CNN headquarters is being converted to residential use ahead of FIFA World Cup matches at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, part of Downtown's pre-tournament facelift.
Monday's primary election early voting saw record-breaking turnout as Georgians weigh in on competitive races for governor, U.S. Senate, and state offices.
Atlanta's playoff series against New York shifts back to Manhattan for a decisive game after the teams split their home schedules.
Early in-person voting for Georgia's 2026 statewide primary kicks off today, April 27, and runs through Friday, May 16. The marquee race is the open Republican U.S. Senate primary, which has dominated airwaves and pulled candidates through Atlanta TV studios over the weekend.
Bruno Mars made his first Atlanta tour stop in nearly a decade this weekend at State Farm Arena, drawing a packed downtown crowd for a set heavy on funk-era hits. The AJC's review called the show one of the strongest pop arena dates of the year so far.
Mayor Andre Dickens used his appearance at the Atlanta Press Club's newsmaker event to argue for continued investment in city youth programming, framing it as the most important long-term lever the city has for safety, opportunity, and population stability. The talk covered after-school programs, summer youth employment, and the city's role in K-12 partnerships.
The Atlanta Falcons used the No. 122 pick in the fourth round of the 2026 NFL Draft on Oklahoma linebacker Kendal Daniels. The selection adds a versatile defender behind the team's existing front seven and continues a draft that opened Friday with the selection of cornerback Avieon Terrell, brother of incumbent AJ Terrell.
The Atlanta Hawks lost Game 3 of their first-round playoff series to the New York Knicks at State Farm Arena, sending the series to a pivotal Game 5 in New York. The loss snapped the Hawks' home-court advantage and kept their playoff momentum from rolling into the next round.
Atlanta Hawks guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker has won the NBA's Most Improved Player award, the league announced this weekend. The recognition caps a breakout year for the off-season acquisition who has become a steady scoring and defensive contributor on a Hawks roster making a deep playoff push.
Georgia State University's Center for International Business Education and Research is hosting a teacher workshop on integrating new tools into K-12 and college classrooms, as part of a broader push to prepare students for what speakers called the world's 'Fifth Industrial Revolution.' The downtown event drew educators from across the region.
Democratic National Committee Chairman Ken Martin visited Atlanta this week as part of the city's bid to host the 2028 DNC. Atlanta is one of five finalists, competing against Boston, Chicago, Denver, and Philadelphia, with the Hotel Phoenix in the Centennial Yards area serving as the focal point of the visit.
The Atlanta Press Club has set its 2026 primary election debate calendar, with sessions running ahead of Georgia's contested governor and Senate races. The debates have long been a fixture of Georgia's political season and a benchmark for how candidates introduce themselves to statewide voters.
The Atlanta Falcons used their first pick of the 2026 NFL Draft on Clemson cornerback Avieon Terrell at No. 48, the younger brother of incumbent Falcons cornerback AJ Terrell. The selection turns Atlanta's secondary into a literal family business heading into the 2026 season.
Mayor Andre Dickens's office unveiled legislation this week creating a taxed zone between Centennial Yards and Underground Atlanta. The city can capture up to 5 percent of gross sales from qualifying businesses inside the zone and reinvest the revenue in downtown revitalization projects.
District 4 Councilmember Jason Dozier and colleagues pressed city officials Tuesday on how Atlanta will handle homeless encampments during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. A new state law pending Gov. Brian Kemp's signature would expose the city to private lawsuits if it does not enforce quality-of-life ordinances on unhoused residents.
McCollum hit a fadeaway jumper with 12.5 seconds remaining to give Atlanta a 109-108 win over New York, taking a 2-1 lead in their first-round playoff series. Jalen Johnson led the Hawks with 24 points and Jonathan Kuminga added 21 off the bench.
Councilmember Wayne Martin's legislation, co-sponsored by 12 of 15 council members, directs the city to provide competitive pay by July 1. It follows a union lawsuit over Mayor Andre Dickens's refusal to sign the firefighters' first contract, and lands in the same week the council weighed ICE policy and access to the Policing Alternatives and Diversion Initiative.
The Hawks and Knicks are tied 1-1 after Atlanta's comeback win in New York. Game 3 tips off Thursday night downtown, with Pastor Troy, Soulja Boy, and Mike Clark Jr. performing and every seat getting a red T-shirt.
Atlanta is one of five cities (with Los Angeles, San Francisco, Phoenix, and Austin) joining a pilot that combines Waymo's perception systems with Waze's navigation data. The goal is a holistic map of pothole locations to supplement Atlanta's "Pothole Posse" repair crews.
Councilmember Jason Dozier warned Tuesday that a state bill pressuring cities to enforce quality-of-life laws against unhoused residents could force Atlanta into a crackdown during the FIFA tournament. The council committee also pressed staff on encampment-clearance protocols reformed after the 2024 death of Cornelius Taylor.
The new lounge on top of the Moxy Hotel at 329 Marietta St. NW added a golden-hour happy hour menu with elevated bites. A 12-foot horse sculpture, retro furnishings, and skyline views anchor the mood.
Owner Jacquelyne Roberson plans a Monday-Friday 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. cafe at 151 Ellis St. NE, according to a business license filing. She also runs Silverspoon Catering, and hopes to open by May pending city permits.
The 30-year-old Loudermilk-Young series will stage 18 primary debates over three days with nearly 85 candidates, including governor, U.S. Senate, attorney general, and Public Service Commission. All segments air on Georgia Public Broadcasting and YouTube.
The district covers Mercedes-Benz Stadium, State Farm Arena, the World of Coke, and Georgia Aquarium from June 11 through July 19. Councilmember Jason Dozier pulled the open container provision before the final vote, saying downtown and Castleberry Hill residents needed more time to weigh in.
Planned Parenthood Votes pledged $750,000 behind challengers Jen Jordan and Miracle Rankin, casting incumbent Justices Sarah Warren and Charlie Bethel as "politicians in robes" for reinstating Georgia's six-week abortion ban in 2024.
Soccer's governing body will put more tickets on sale at 11 a.m. Wednesday for all 104 games after fans complained that a newer, more expensive "front category" tier left them with worse seats than the ones they paid for.
MARTA's new bus rapid transit service, a long-delayed piece of the agency's expansion plan, got a hands-on review this week as it shuttles riders between downtown and the Summerhill corridor.
With international tourism down 11% last year and locals spending travel budgets closer to home, Atlanta's hotel industry is cashing in. The city has gone from 60,000 rooms in 1996 to over 110,000 today.
Atlanta's popsicle maker will release eight flavors inspired by World Cup countries playing at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, with wrappers that can be scanned to win a limited-edition scarf or semifinal tickets.
The rapper went live on Instagram before her Saturday concert, appearing to yell at venue staff and threatening to cancel the performance. She later suggested the final tour stop could be her last time at the arena.
The Democratic senator says he's seeking answers from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission about whether the data center boom is driving up electricity costs for Georgia households.
The team announced the Atlanta hip-hop artist will perform at State Farm Arena, with Pastor Troy also set to hype up the crowd as the Hawks try to even their series against New York.
The redesigned bus network consolidates routes for better frequency, while the new Rapid A-Line runs in dedicated red lanes from North Avenue to East Point with 10-minute headways all day.
Incumbent Robb Pitts, Commissioner Marvin Arrington Jr., and former Commissioner Mo Ivory traded shots at a labor-hosted forum Thursday night, splitting over the troubled Fulton County Jail and whether to extend the city's tax allocation districts.
The task force's 615-page Harm Report documents over $1 trillion in losses to Black descendants, including $8.9 million in stolen labor from over 4,200 enslaved individuals between 1854 and 1864.
Mayor Dickens announced a 23,000-square-foot cultural hub on the 8th floor of The CTR (formerly CNN Center) that will host eight signature activations from June 14 through July 14 with free programming for locals and visitors.
A 2024 state law bans counting ballots via QR codes after July 1, but the legislature adjourned without funding the switch or extending the deadline, leaving November's election plans genuinely uncertain.
The first total bus system redesign since 1972 launches tomorrow, tripling the number of high-frequency corridors and introducing Atlanta's first bus rapid transit line connecting downtown to the BeltLine Southside Trail.
Atlantans have until the end of the day Monday, April 20, to register before the primary decides candidates for U.S. Senate, governor, lieutenant governor, and down-ballot local races.
North Fulton legislators argue that extending tax allocation district timelines should reset the tax baseline, which would sharply reduce the revenue flowing to Atlanta's reinvestment program.
The unanimous vote funds a new 1,800-bed special-purpose facility for inmates with mental health needs and renovations to the crumbling Rice Street jail.
The city unveiled a $500,000 cultural hub featuring music lounges, art exhibitions, and live performances to showcase Atlanta's creative scene to a global audience.
The Board of Regents approved only the fourth tuition increase in a decade as enrollment hits record levels across the University System of Georgia.
Atlanta's airport handled 106.3 million passengers in 2025, though numbers were down slightly from the previous year.
A major jet fuel spill at the world's busiest airport went unnoticed for days, sending thousands of gallons into the Flint River and raising concerns for communities downstream.
The gubernatorial candidate and former Atlanta mayor gathered faith leaders and healthcare providers to discuss her plan to cut costs, expand access, and improve long-term health in Georgia.
A new law extends prosthetic device coverage to state employees after a special education teacher who lost her leg discovered her insurance wouldn't cover the running blade she needed.
Atlanta's airport handled 106.3 million passengers in 2025, staying ahead of Dubai, Tokyo Haneda, and Dallas Fort Worth for the top spot.
The Len Foote Hike Inn offers a unique rustic experience just miles from the Appalachian Trail, accessible only by a five-mile hike through the Southern Appalachian forest.
The Moving Atlanta Forward program will fund sidewalk improvements in 50 corridors citywide, targeting the most dangerous stretches for pedestrians as the city prepares for World Cup foot traffic.
After winning the Southeast Division and avoiding the play-in for the first time since 2021, the Atlanta Hawks will open the NBA Playoffs at Madison Square Garden against the third-seeded New York Knicks.
At the Atlanta Way 2.0 Forging Pathways panel, civic leaders and practitioners wrestled with Atlanta's ranking as 50th out of 50 major metros for upward economic mobility, and what it takes to close the gap.
With the 2026 midterms quickly approaching, attempts to pass the SAVE Act and limit mail-in voting are creating dangerous unpredictability for Georgia's election process, argues Natalie Crawford.
Three Democratic candidates for Georgia governor will face off Wednesday in an hour-long debate: former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms, former Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan, and former DeKalb County CEO Michael Thurmond.
MARTA is rolling out new express bus routes, extended rail service hours, and temporary park-and-ride capacity as Atlanta prepares to host eight FIFA World Cup matches this summer. Meanwhile, Uzbekistan has confirmed Atlanta as its team base camp.
Legacy at Herndon Square, the second phase of a 12-acre mixed-income development on the former Herndon Homes public housing site, is scheduled to begin leasing this spring with 170 of 201 units designated as affordable.
TSA employees at the world's busiest airport began receiving back pay this week, but a new DHS notice warns that future paychecks are on hold until federal funding is resolved.
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear, a potential 2028 presidential contender, headlined the Democratic Party of Georgia's annual Carter-Lewis Dinner, urging the party to reconnect with rural voters.
The Atlanta Falcons exercised the fifth-year option on running back Bijan Robinson's rookie contract, keeping the All-Pro in Atlanta through the 2027 season.
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.
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.
Robinson transformed Downtown from 17% office occupancy to a thriving district during his tenure. He'll stay on as volunteer chair of the Atlanta Downtown Improvement District through the World Cup.
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.
Licensed midwife Jamarah Amani argues Georgia's restrictions on non-nurse midwives and physician supervision requirements limit access to care. Georgia has some of the most restrictive midwife policies in the nation.
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.
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.
Councilman Byron Amos is proposing a 90-day feasibility study after TSA staffing shortages during a six-week federal shutdown caused massive delays at the world's busiest airport.
Robinson transformed Downtown from 17% office occupancy to a thriving district during his tenure. He'll stay on as volunteer chair of the Atlanta Downtown Improvement District.
The WNBA All-Star forward heads to Atlanta from the Chicago Sky in exchange for the Dream's 2027 and 2028 first-round picks. Reese averaged 14.7 points and 12 rebounds last season.
Zillow's 2026 analysis of the 50 largest U.S. metro areas places Atlanta in the top five for first-time buyers, citing rent affordability, housing supply, and a growing job market.
All MARTA faregates will remain open until May 2 as the agency rolls out its new tap-to-pay system. Riders must switch to a new orange Breeze card or use contactless bank cards by the deadline.
Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines joins a growing list of U.S. carriers hiking checked bag fees as higher fuel costs ripple through the airline industry.
Governor Kemp has until May 12 to sign or veto bills passed this session, including controversial HB 369 making certain metro Atlanta elected offices nonpartisan. The Cobb County DA has promised a legal challenge.
Half the Fulton County Commission is on the ballot May 19, including the chair seat where incumbent Robb Pitts faces challenges from commissioners Mo Ivory and Marvin Arrington Jr.
Despite Atlanta's 2025 moratorium on data centers in most zones, at least one developer is seeking an exception, testing the city's stance on the energy-intensive facilities.
Atlanta signed former Pacers center Tony Bradley to bolster inside depth as the team makes its late-season push toward the postseason.
An audit reveals Atlanta's program to penalize owners of blighted properties through higher taxes has not been effectively implemented, leaving problem properties in neighborhoods unaddressed.
UPS is limiting its voluntary driver buyout program to 7,500 participants as the Atlanta-headquartered shipping giant works to manage costs amid shifting package volumes.
The Georgia General Assembly sent a package of education bills to Governor Kemp, including a high school cell phone ban, a new need-based scholarship program, and expanded literacy requirements.
The legislation would expand Georgia's Safe Haven law by allowing medical-grade baby surrender boxes at hospitals, fire stations, and police stations statewide.
A WSB-TV investigation found that 701 people tested by the GBI in 2025 had no illegal or prescription drugs in their systems after being arrested for DUI based on field sobriety tests.
The Atlanta Police Foundation's youth centers are hosting the Hope Meets Promise conference during APS spring break, offering daily activities and a therapeutic environment for teens ages 12 to 18.
The annual 404 Day Parade brought together community organizations, artists, and residents for a march through the city celebrating all things Atlanta.
Atlanta's final regular-season stretch features matchups that will determine whether the Hawks lock in a favorable playoff position or face a tougher road.
A bill headed to the governor's desk would guarantee Medicaid coverage for current sickle cell anemia treatments, a win for advocates who rallied at the Capitol.
The Five Stripes celebrated 404 Day with another frustrating home loss, falling to the Columbus Crew and dropping to 1-6-1 on the season.
GSU has dropped its gender studies major, joining a broader trend of program reviews at public universities across the state.
Atlanta placed No. 4 among the 50 largest U.S. metros for first-time buyer opportunity, with improving inventory and relative affordability driving the ranking.
A federal ruling preserves Atlanta's Continuum of Care funding that keeps 844 formerly homeless households housed through permanent supportive housing programs.
Lawmakers passed a $38.5 billion budget and accelerated income tax cuts, but failed to resolve a looming crisis over ballot QR codes before a July 1 deadline.
Hundreds turned out for the 404 Day parade from Peachtree Street to Underground Atlanta, with events across the city all day.
More than 200 fans gathered outside Mercedes-Benz Stadium for a community activation featuring live music from Lisbon, Portuguese food, and free jersey customization.
The 8-acre site in Mercedes-Benz Stadium's shadow has been cleared. Developer Carter is studying housing and retail for the three-block area bounded by MLK Jr. Drive and Northside Drive.
Georgia lawmakers approved accelerated income tax cuts and increased deductions before the session ended after 1 a.m. A bill to replace QR-code ballots never reached a Senate vote, potentially forcing a special session.
Georgia Equality celebrates the defeat of more than a dozen anti-LGBTQ+ bills, including HB 54 restricting gender-affirming care. Over 2,500 Georgians contacted legislators and 400 testified at the Capitol.
Mathewos Samson, 26, went from his first canvass in October to launching a state legislature campaign in March. The DSA-backed candidate is running on affordable housing, healthcare, and school funding.
As FIFA World Cup matches approach in June, advocates worry Atlanta will repeat its 1996 Olympics playbook of arrests and displacement. An estimated 9,000 low-income residents were arrested in the 18 months before the Summer Games.
Georgia's legislative session ends tonight at midnight. The literacy overhaul passed unanimously, but the $38 billion state budget and several controversial bills remain in limbo.
Governor Kemp and Mayor Dickens attended the ribbon-cutting for Georgia Works' new headquarters on Auburn Avenue. The nonprofit has served more than 1,200 unhoused men since 2013.
Political leaders, lawmakers, and the public gathered under the Gold Dome for a patriotic celebration marking the semiquincentennial of American independence.
The team's redesigned uniforms bring back red as the primary color for the first time in years. Matt Ryan called it honoring the franchise's history while fueling what's next.
An oversight commission broadly endorsed extending Atlanta's eight tax allocation districts to fund the Neighborhood Reinvestment Initiative, but key members pushed back on giving the mayor a blank check.
New renderings show how the former CNN headquarters near Centennial Olympic Park will be transformed into a mixed-use destination ahead of the World Cup.
Thursday is the final day for bills to pass, with the state budget, literacy reform, property tax cuts, and election changes all still in play.
An estimated 6,000 demonstrators marched to the Georgia State Capitol on Saturday, protesting the Trump administration, the Iran war, and ICE. Senator Warnock addressed the crowd.
Riders have until May 2 to switch to the new payment system, which supports tap-to-pay with bank cards and mobile wallets alongside new Breeze cards.
More than 8.3 million passengers are expected this month, with April 3 potentially setting a single-day record as TSA lines start to normalize after the shutdown.
Eight matches at Atlanta Stadium from June 15 to July 15, plus the FIFA Fan Festival taking over Centennial Olympic Park. Last-minute tickets go on sale April 1.
Atlanta's supporting cast is stepping up as the team makes its push for a postseason spot down the stretch.
The long-vacant Atlanta Constitution Building is getting a facelift ahead of the FIFA World Cup. Vinyl wraps and murals will dress up the downtown landmark while larger renovation plans continue.
SnapCo hosts "Deeper Than Visibility" at City Hall on March 31, centering Black trans survival and joy while releasing a new digital guide for community messaging.
The $38 billion state budget remains unsettled as House and Senate wrangle over issues including literacy rates, ICE controls, and election changes.
County and state lawmakers from five metro counties call the Republican-backed measure an unconstitutional power grab targeting Democratic strongholds.
Atlanta's annual celebration of the 404 area code brings festivals, parties, and concerts across the city starting April 1 and culminating on April 4.
After initial ethics concerns, Tyler Perry representatives confirm TSA workers at Hartsfield-Jackson can keep the $1,000 gift cards donated during the shutdown.
The Atlanta-based airline will install Amazon Leo on 500 planes beginning in 2028, promising faster, more reliable in-flight Wi-Fi for domestic and international flights.
The new tap-to-pay system is now active at all MARTA stations. Both old and new Breeze cards work through May 2, giving riders time to transition. The upgrade brings contactless payment options and faster fare processing.
One of the largest tower conversions in the U.S. is targeting a late 2026 groundbreaking. The project will turn the downtown landmark into mixed-use housing with a major affordable component for teachers, nurses, and essential workers.
Most TSA employees received backpay covering at least two missed paychecks Monday. Callout rates have dropped and wait times at Atlanta's airport are improving after weeks of four-hour lines.
Public Service Commissioner Tricia Pridemore is introducing a motion to stop power companies from cutting off TSA employees who can't pay during the shutdown. Critics call it an election-year gimmick.
Atlanta's annual celebration of the 404 area code kicks off April 4 with events across the city. A free block party takes over Underground Atlanta, and the parade marches down Peachtree Street.
Protesters filled the streets from the Memorial Drive Greenway to the State Capitol on Saturday, joining nationwide demonstrations. Senator Raphael Warnock urged the crowd to stand up for democracy.
From the Gulch to Broad Street, more than a dozen high-profile openings are on track for May. CNN Center will reopen as The Center, and the BeltLine's new MARTA line debuts next month.
House and Senate passed different bills and left for a two-week recess. Trump signed an executive action to pay TSA workers, but the broader Homeland Security shutdown hits 44 days Sunday.
The filmmaker and Atlanta studio owner stepped up to help unpaid federal workers at Hartsfield-Jackson during the ongoing DHS shutdown.
Valhalla Gaming Lounge should debut in May, just in time for World Cup. Expect simulators, bocce courts, billiards, darts, and an old-school arcade.
The annual celebration of Black Atlanta culture is April 4. Free block party at Underground, parade down Peachtree Street, and a scholarship gala kick things off.
The legislation targets district attorneys, commissioners, and clerks in Fulton, DeKalb, Gwinnett, Cobb, and Clayton counties. DA Fani Willis called it "blatantly unconstitutional."
If it becomes law, Georgia would abandon electronic voting machines for the November election. The bill also strips power from the Secretary of State over election challenges.
After FBI agents raided an elections warehouse in January, the county argued in federal court that the search warrant was based on an affidavit "full of lies." The judge is taking time to decide.
Global Payments, Elavon, and Coca-Cola have large teams in Ireland. More Atlanta companies are following their lead, drawn by tech talent, EU access, and AI infrastructure.
After 41 days of unpaid TSA workers and four-hour security lines at Hartsfield-Jackson, the Senate approved funding for most of Homeland Security early Friday. The House votes next.
Starbucks Workers United announced that contract negotiations will resume in April. Unionized baristas, including three Atlanta stores, walked out in November demanding better pay and staffing.
Marvin Arrington Jr. and Mo Ivory challenged incumbent Robb Pitts at a South Fulton debate, blaming his leadership for conditions at the county jail and disparities between north and south Fulton.
With the Benz hosting World Cup matches this summer, Eater Atlanta breaks down the best food options inside the stadium, from beloved Atlanta restaurants to surprisingly good concessions.
Armed federal agents in tactical gear patrolled the world's busiest airport Monday as over 41% of Atlanta TSA workers called out. Security waits hit 4+ hours.
With TSA wait times all over the place, Atlanta entrepreneur Ke'Shawn Alexander launched SkySpot, an app that gives travelers personalized leave-time recommendations.
The Public Safety Committee unanimously advanced two resolutions: one banning ICE detention facilities in city limits, another requiring police to document ICE activities. Full council votes April 20.
The U.S. Men's National Team is using Atlanta United's training grounds to prepare for Saturday's friendly against Belgium at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
The Public Safety Committee unanimously moved forward two resolutions to limit ICE detention facilities and require documentation of ICE activities during police operations. Meanwhile, dozens of residents criticized Mayor Dickens for refusing to sign the firefighters' union contract that the council ratified last year. Both issues head to the full council vote on April 20.
Federal immigration agents are now working at Hartsfield-Jackson to help with security operations as TSA agents continue calling out during the government shutdown. Mayor Dickens says the agents won't engage in immigration enforcement, but travelers report they're mostly just standing around while security lines remain brutal.
After months of construction headaches and station detours, MARTA's upgraded fare system launches March 28. The big change? You can finally tap your phone or credit card directly at the gates instead of fumbling with that Breeze card. Not all stations will have the new gear right away, but it's a start toward joining the rest of the civilized transit world.
Nearly 30 works of sculpture, photography, and painting fill the historic downtown space as Michigan native turned Atlanta artist debuts her first major solo show. Golliday moved to Atlanta a decade ago and spent the past two years building a full-time artistic practice after years of treating painting as a hobby.
Mayor Andre Dickens highlighted both Atlanta's achievements and its persistent inequality problem in his latest address Wednesday night. While celebrating crime reductions and AAA bond ratings, he focused heavily on the economic gap between neighborhoods north and south of I-20, calling it a priority that demands action.
Mayor Dickens joined developers to break ground on Trinity Center Flats, a mixed-use affordable housing project at 104 Trinity Avenue SW. The development sits right across from Mercedes-Benz Stadium and represents another step in South Downtown's transformation.
The firefighters union filed suit in Superior Court demanding Mayor Dickens sign the collective bargaining agreement that city council approved nearly a year ago. Union President Nate Bailey says they've been trying to work with the mayor's office for months without success.
This year's first Atlanta Streets Alive event kicks off Sunday with a new "Beltline to Broad" route running from South Downtown to the Westside Trail in Vine City. It's part of a record eight planned open-streets events for 2026, including some tied to World Cup festivities.
The LA-born breakfast sensation that went viral for its Instagram-worthy egg sandwiches just opened inside the new Moxy Atlanta Downtown hotel. It's the first Georgia location and marks Eggslut's debut in the South.
Mayor Andre Dickens joined developers Monday to celebrate the groundbreaking of Trinity Center Flats at 104 Trinity Avenue SW. The mixed-use project is another big step for the South Downtown corridor and addressing affordable housing shortages. The location puts residents right across from downtown transit options.
Travelers faced absolutely brutal security lines Monday and Tuesday morning, with wait times hitting over two hours. The mess comes from a perfect storm of weather-related flight cancellations, TSA staffing issues during the government shutdown, and thousands of stranded passengers. Some lines snaked all the way back to baggage claim.
The LA-based breakfast phenomenon officially opened March 5 inside the new Moxy Atlanta Downtown hotel, marking their first Georgia location and first in the South. The counter-service spot in the hotel lobby serves their famous brioche buns and soft-scrambled eggs all day, with late-night hours on weekends.
The Senate gave final passage Monday to HB 1000, providing up to $500 in income tax rebates for Georgians who filed returns in both 2024 and 2025. Single filers get $250, heads of household receive $375, and married couples filing jointly get $500. The Georgia Department of Revenue will determine when to issue the payments.
With 95 days until FIFA World Cup matches arrive, Atlanta officials unveiled details for the Fan Festival at Centennial Olympic Park. MARTA will launch its Better Breeze payment system in two weeks and increase service during matches. The airport's long-delayed South Terminal project will also finally open before the tournament.
Mayor Andre Dickens missed the firefighters union's Friday deadline to sign Atlanta's first-ever fire contract, which City Council unanimously approved nearly a year ago. Instead of signing, Dickens questioned union president Nate Bailey's legitimacy and claimed 'irregularities' in Bailey's recent re-election. The union is threatening legal action.
Instead of signing the fire union's historic first contract that City Council already approved unanimously, Mayor Dickens missed Friday's deadline and went after union president Nate Bailey personally. The mayor claims there were irregularities in Bailey's election and says the union needs to redo it in May. This is the city's first-ever firefighter union contract, ratified almost a year ago.
The Georgia House overwhelmingly passed a bill that would modernize the state's medical cannabis program with a 138-21 vote. The legislation expands qualifying conditions, increases possession limits, and allows patients to vape cannabis products. It's another step in lawmakers' gradual effort to make the program more accessible to patients who need it.
The U.S. Senate overwhelmingly passed bipartisan legislation with a Warnock-backed provision that would ban large corporations from owning more than 350 single-family homes. The 89-10 vote shows rare bipartisan agreement on tackling housing affordability by limiting institutional investors who have been gobbling up homes across Atlanta and other hot markets.
The state just announced nine chefs for the 2026 Georgia Grown Executive Chef class during State Restaurant Day at the Capitol. The program connects chefs with local farmers and producers to showcase Georgia ingredients. It's a smart way to support both our restaurant scene and agricultural communities across the state.
Atlanta United broke their winless streak with a convincing 3-1 victory over Philadelphia Union at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, though the attendance of 35,308 was their smallest crowd yet. After three games without a win and plenty of questions about the team, this performance showed they might have their act together. The supporters who showed up were definitely rewarded.
Downtown Atlanta is the city's historic center, home to the State Capitol, the Gulch (under massive redevelopment as Centennial Yards), Georgia Aquarium, the World of Coca-Cola, and Mercedes-Benz Stadium. It's been a challenge for decades as a place to actually live, but major investment is starting to change that. The Centennial Yards project alone is a multi-billion dollar mixed-use development that aims to transform 50 acres of underused rail infrastructure into a walkable district.
Living Downtown has historically been cheaper than Midtown or Buckhead, with loft conversions and older buildings offering square footage you can't get elsewhere for the price. MARTA's Five Points station is the transit hub for the entire system. The food scene is growing, with spots like Der Biergarten, Alma Cocina, and South City Kitchen joining the mix. Underground Atlanta is being reimagined (again). It's a neighborhood in the middle of what could be its biggest transformation ever.