Atlanta Business News

David Bradford

Leader of Alpharetta firm accused in $300M Ponzi scheme pleads guilty

The former chief operating officer of an Alpharetta company at the center of an alleged $300 million Ponzi scheme has pleaded guilty to an associated fraud charge.

A new Georgia data center will be powered by RICE

A new Georgia data center could be powered by RICE. It’s not the kind you eat.

A data center developer wants to bring a fleet of gas-burning engines to provide around-the-clock power. The arrangement would be the first of its kind in the Peach State.

Rivian

Rivian to help train next generation of engineers with Georgia universities

Electric vehicle startup Rivian announced Thursday five education partnerships and sponsorships across Georgia — all focused on technical training and emerging technologies.

Georgia Media and Entertainment News

Ben Hopkins

Shaq, other NBA stars judge best amateur dunkers on Atlanta-shot ‘Dunkman’

TNT has resurrected its dunking competition, bringing Shaquille O’Neal back as a judge, as well as adding Atlanta native Dwight Howard and another former Hawk, Vince Carter.

Shakira State Farm 2025

Where State Farm Arena ranks for attendance. Hint, it’s near the top.

There weren’t many evenings when the lights were dim at Atlanta's State Farm Arena during the past year.

Athena data center

Athens film studio wants to reboot as a data center

Over the past year, empty or underused soundstages in Georgia have had to pivot. Athens Studios' plans are different.

Airport News

Delta Air Lines President Glen Hauenstein

He helped make Delta a ‘premium’ airline. Now he’s stepping down.

Glen Hauenstein, who joined Delta in 2005, is credited with leading Delta through its decades-long strategy of becoming an international, “premium” airline.

Pre-Christmas holiday rush

Watch out for these busy days at the Atlanta airport this holiday season

The weekends before and after next week’s Christmas holiday are looking like the busiest air travel days at the Atlanta airport.

PDK expansion continues to anger neighbors

Residents blast DeKalb Commission for approving PDK hangar expansion

County officials say the expansion will bring in needed revenue and enhance the surrounding communities. Critics say it will increase noise and air pollution.

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Norfolk Southern’s safety revamp after East Palestine derailment

Opposition grows against Norfolk Southern merger with two unions taking a stand

Delta Air Lines President Glen Hauenstein

He helped make Delta a ‘premium’ airline. Now he’s stepping down.

Pre-Christmas holiday rush

Watch out for these busy days at the Atlanta airport this holiday season

Goodwill job training
OPINION

For Georgia to move forward, we need strong nonprofits. Here’s how to help.

DeKalb commission takes up data centers

DeKalb extends data center moratorium 6 months

UPS’ rough year
ANALYSIS

After a difficult 2025, here’s what could be ahead for UPS

DEKALB DATA CENTERS
OPINION

Lower power bills by only $8.50 a month is a slap in the face to Georgians

Major deal completed to protect endangered forest near Alabama-Georgia border

Major deal completed to protect endangered forest near Alabama-Georgia border

Shakira State Farm 2025

Where State Farm Arena ranks for attendance. Hint, it’s near the top.

Okefenokee fight

Would Okefenokee mining affect a key aquifer? Likely yes, new study finds.