News for Metro Atlanta and Region
Musty water again? As Atlanta enters fall, smelly tap water is back
Although perfectly safe to drink, the smell and taste can be off-putting. But it’s merely a byproduct of the slow autumn churning of Lake Lanier.
College duo’s attempt to break MARTA world record about more than bragging rights
A Georgia Tech student and his friend, both public transit advocates, say they broke a recent Guinness World Records mark for fastest time riding the entire MARTA rail system.
Storms force Shaky Knees evacuation with more rain possible Sunday
Severe storms could continue to roll through until 11 p.m. Saturday, and more rain is possible Sunday in Atlanta, the National Weather Service said.
Former North Georgia wildlife preserve eyed for development to be saved
The Georgia Department of Natural Resources announced a deal Thursday to acquire the former Pine Log Wildlife Management Area site.
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Georgia migrant ‘pinned’ under ICE vehicle, GSP report says
A Guatemalan man suffered a broken leg and spine during the encounter. Immigration and Customs Enforcement says it will pursue deportation after the man is discharged.
Georgia House candidate voted in 2026 primaries in two states, records show
A Democrat running for a Georgia House seat near Savannah appears to have cast ballots in both the Georgia and Nevada primaries in 2026, state voting records show.
2 arrested after contractor killed outside Norfolk Southern facility in Cobb
Two men were arrested Thursday after a contractor with Norfolk Southern was shot and killed last week at the company’s facility in Austell, officials say.
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Atlanta ‘Most Wanted’ suspect tied to club owner’s death arrested in Florida
One of Atlanta police’s “Top 10 Most Wanted” suspects was arrested Wednesday in the 2023 shooting death of a nightclub co-owner, officials said.
‘We warehouse people’: Fulton sheriff makes case for buying Atlanta facility
Fulton County Sheriff Patrick Labat said a deal to buy the Atlanta City Detention Center would help the county comply with a legal agreement to improve jail conditions.
