News for Metro Atlanta and Region
I-285 weekend closure sends traffic detouring through Atlanta
A normally busy section of I-285 is closed for roadwork, detouring metro Atlanta motorists and leaving a westside stretch of the Perimeter eerily empty this weekend.
Scattered thunderstorms rolling in Sunday could bring winds, hail
As rain moves in, Atlanta is experiencing near-record temperatures and significant drought conditions persist throughout the state.
Stuck in I-285 detour traffic this weekend? Try a little perspective.
Atlanta’s I-285 closure will frustrate drivers. But traffic jams often reflect crashes, emergencies or even good news, not just inconvenience.
North Georgia faces severe storm threat heading into Memorial Day weekend
Daily rounds of showers and thunderstorms are expected through the holiday weekend and beyond for all of North and Middle Georgia, the National Weather Service says.
1h ago
Inside a Georgia classroom, fifth graders saw a different side of Kyle Busch
NASCAR legend Kyle Busch, who died Thursday, made a big impression earlier this year when a Georgia teacher invited him to visit her fifth grade class.
Traveling for Memorial Day weekend? Here’s when to expect the worst traffic.
Pack some patience along with a bathing suit. Expect traffic congestion throughout the state, with the longest backups in metro Atlanta, Middle Georgia and near the coast.
Atlanta issues boil water advisory after treatment plant power failure
The city has released a map of the boil water advisory area, which includes downtown and surrounding neighborhoods.
2h ago
Douglas teacher accused of sex with student facing more charges
A Douglas County high school teacher accused earlier this month of having sex with a student now faces more charges, according to arrest warrants.
‘Most unusual’: Seasoned Fulton judges ousted by prosecutors
Two Fulton County judges with a combined 30 years in their roles have been defeated at the polls by prosecutors in the office of Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis.
Now Playing
Georgia company aims to build the world’s fastest aircraftGeorgia company aims to build the world’s fastest aircraftGeorgia company aims to build the world’s fastest aircraftGeorgia company aims to build the world’s fastest aircraftGeorgia company aims to build the world’s fastest aircraft
Kandi Burruss Opens Up About Healing, Co-Parenting & Her Next ChapterKandi Burruss Opens Up About Healing, Co-Parenting & Her Next ChapterKandi Burruss Opens Up About Healing, Co-Parenting & Her Next ChapterKandi Burruss Opens Up About Healing, Co-Parenting & Her Next ChapterKandi Burruss Opens Up About Healing, Co-Parenting & Her Next Chapter
Seniors over 50 are redefining aging on the runwaySeniors over 50 are redefining aging on the runwaySeniors over 50 are redefining aging on the runwaySeniors over 50 are redefining aging on the runwaySeniors over 50 are redefining aging on the runway
