News for Metro Atlanta and Region

The latest Atlanta airport wait times, as reported by passengers
With the help of travelers, the AJC is collecting security wait times from users at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.

Georgia Senate would let voters decide on school zone traffic cameras
Supporters say the cameras protect children, but critics argue they have become revenue generators for local governments.

Video, GPS tie South Fulton officer to sexual assault, officials say
The alleged incident occurred Saturday, and Micheal Cockran has since been fired from the police department.
A break for Social Circle and Oakwood? ICE hits pause on new detention centers.
Metro Atlanta officials hopeful as the Trump administration reviews its plan to convert warehouses into detention centers.
Bankers Life to repay about $7M to some investors in First Liberty scheme
The restitution stems from allegations that a former financial adviser with deep roots in Georgia GOP politics steered clients to the defunct Newnan-based firm.

Georgia Power says the cost to clean up toxic coal ash is going up
Georgia Power is required to take steps to contain the coal ash at 11 sites across the state to prevent the toxic materials from leaking into groundwater.
Clayton DA apologizes to chief justice for prosecutor’s use of AI
Clayton County District Attorney Tasha Mosley apologized for the behavior of her prosecutor who filed an order filled with phony case law and nonexistent quotations.

Ga. men charged after break-in attempt at ‘Real Housewives’ star’s Florida home
Larsa Pippen, who has been part of the Bravo reality television show’s cast on and off since its debut in 2011, was not home when the incident happened Sunday afternoon.
Bankers Life to repay about $7M to some investors in First Liberty scheme
The restitution stems from allegations that a former financial adviser with deep roots in Georgia GOP politics steered clients to the defunct Newnan-based firm.
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Mike Will Made-It is behind music’s top hits. His vision remains in Atlanta.
Grammy-winning producer Mike Will Made-It is back with “R3SET,” blending generations of Atlanta sound and refocusing his vision.

‘Tis the season for festivals: 6 ways to celebrate April
Enjoy a month of welcoming festivals featuring fine food, art, music and culture. These engaging experiences are designed to delight and inspire at your own pace.

CNN Center’s rebirth as ‘The Center’ comes into focus. Take a look.
The Center’s food hall and atrium will reopen June 12, days before Atlanta hosts its first World Cup matches. Future phases include a hotel and apartments.

Supreme Court takes pregnancy bias suit against Fulton DA’s office
Jasmine Younge wants to revive her case alleging she was fired just weeks after telling former DA Paul Howard she was pregnant.
Judge ends case for parents of ‘Tortuguita,’ slain training center protester
Manuel Paez Teran, 26, shot first at state troopers, who returned fire in January 2023.
Atlanta private school announces sudden closure, citing financial problems
Midtown International School leaders said fewer people were applying and more students needed financial aid, putting the private school in an "unsustainable" position.
Oversight commission backs neighborhoods plan, stops short on tax extensions
Representatives from Fulton County and Atlanta Public Schools say they are reluctant to give up their tax revenue for the initiative.
Wayfair opens first Atlanta store. Here’s a look inside.
Online furniture company Wayfair on Tuesday opened a sprawling retail store in northwest Atlanta where shoppers are invited to experiment.

Delta strikes Amazon partnership for airplane Wi-Fi. Here’s what we know.
The move comes as many of its competitors have already signed on with low-orbit satellite Wi-Fi providers.
Atlanta law firm folds after series of attorney exits
Atlanta law firm Taylor Duma is closing after 20 years, following a series of attorney departures as large national and global law firms enter the local market.







