News for Metro Atlanta and Region

Peachtree Road Race expected to start under red flag alert on hot July 4th

15m ago

Martiel Kirksey-Parker (left) and McKinley Parker pose with Pete the Peach after picking up their bibs for the Peachtree Road Race at the Peachtree Health Expo on Tuesday, July 2, 2024, in Atlanta. (Ben Gray for the AJC)

2026 Peachtree Road Race is almost here

1h ago

V-103 host Francesca Amiker sues Big Tigger’s wife, claiming defamation

2h ago

Atlanta’s 50 best restaurants list is changing. Here’s why.

2h ago

BOOKS

The 2026 Georgia Author of the Year Awards feature horror, literary fiction

2 victims identified, including 13-year-old, after shots fired into DeKalb home

CA: The Daily Front Row's 10th Annual Fashion Los Angeles Aw

Tiffany Haddish DUI trial set for August after Ga. judge refuses to end case

Shooting leads to ‘large-scale manhunt’ in Forsyth County, officials say

After a dispute broke out in gunfire in a Forsyth County neighborhood, neighbors called 911 when stray bullets entered a child’s bedroom in a nearby house, officials said.

Georgia officers misuse license plate reader databases. Can they be stopped?

Georgia law enforcement officers have used license plate recognition databases for personal reasons. Agencies say they have guardrails, but experts say it's not enough.

Why humidity makes Atlanta’s heat feel even hotter

It's not just the heat. Learn why Georgia's humidity makes summer feel more intense and how it affects your body's natural cooling system.

Georgia News

Rivian delivers more EVs as it launches R2 model, but chip shortage looms

Rivian says demand increased after the launch of new model called R2, a model the company plans to build at its future Georgia factory.

Tiffany Haddish DUI trial set for August after Ga. judge refuses to end case

Comedian and actor Tiffany Haddish is set to go to trial next month in Fayette County on DUI charges after a judge refused her recent request to end the case.

Co-founder of Aurora Theatre in Lawrenceville to retire after 30 years

Ann-Carol Pence, the co-founder and producing artistic director of Aurora Theatre in Lawrenceville, will retire in 2027.

Crime & Public Safety

V-103 host Francesca Amiker sues Big Tigger’s wife, claiming defamation

Alicia Brown, wife of V-103 morning host Big Tigger, accused Tigger's co-host, Francesca Amiker, of an inappropriate relationship with Tigger.

2h ago

2 victims identified, including 13-year-old, after shots fired into DeKalb home

A 13-year-old and a man died after shots were fired into a DeKalb County home early Thursday morning, police said.

Tiffany Haddish DUI trial set for August after Ga. judge refuses to end case

Comedian and actor Tiffany Haddish is set to go to trial next month in Fayette County on DUI charges after a judge refused her recent request to end the case.

Today's Videos

Now Playing

Which Atlanta BBQ joint has the best pulled pork sandwich?Which Atlanta BBQ joint has the best pulled pork sandwich?Which Atlanta BBQ joint has the best pulled pork sandwich?Which Atlanta BBQ joint has the best pulled pork sandwich?Which Atlanta BBQ joint has the best pulled pork sandwich?

'We built America': Black Atlantans reflect on the meaning of July 4th'We built America': Black Atlantans reflect on the meaning of July 4th'We built America': Black Atlantans reflect on the meaning of July 4th'We built America': Black Atlantans reflect on the meaning of July 4th'We built America': Black Atlantans reflect on the meaning of July 4th

Bodycam footage shows Georgia police traffic stop leading to ICE arrestsBodycam footage shows Georgia police traffic stop leading to ICE arrestsBodycam footage shows Georgia police traffic stop leading to ICE arrestsBodycam footage shows Georgia police traffic stop leading to ICE arrestsBodycam footage shows Georgia police traffic stop leading to ICE arrests

Education

Georgia Election - Schools Superintendent

A 3-term incumbent faces a political newcomer in the school superintendent race

Here are the new Georgia laws set to take effect July 1

Atlanta Public Schools to hold town hall on classroom screen time

Business

Rivian delivers more EVs as it launches R2 model, but chip shortage looms

Centennial Yards’ next tower to include affordable apartments, shops

Delta could acquire rights to Spirit Airlines’ old Hartsfield-Jackson gates

Politics

POLITICALLY GEORGIA

Ossoff challenges Collins to three debates in Senate race

Here’s how Rick Jackson spent $108 million in the Republican race for governor

POLITICALLY GEORGIA

How the U.S. Supreme Court may have given Mike Collins a helping hand

Nation & World

APTOPIX Washington Exteme Weather Heat America 250

Finding freedom from the heat on July 4th will be a challenge in eastern US

4m ago

The Latest: Trump plans new rule that he says could save Medicare patients $1.1 billion

5m ago

Permit obtained by AP shows schedule for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding

5m ago

More Metro News

Atlanta is investigating a new fish kill on a different metro area river

The city of Atlanta said it was investigating reports of dead fish on the South River that may have been caused by a water reclamation center chemical spill.

UPDATE

NFL player’s mom dead, brother charged in Buckhead killing, officials say

The brother of a former Falcons player is facing charges, including murder, and accused of fatally cutting his mother's neck Tuesday at a Buckhead home, officials said.

LIVE UPDATES

World Cup Atlanta: Matches, traffic, weather, tickets, Fan Fest and more

Live updates from around Atlanta during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including match-day traffic, Fan Fest news, watch parties, MARTA updates and more.

Delta issues waivers for July Fourth flights to and from NYC, D.C. areas

The Fourth of July weekend is one of the busier travel periods of the year, and certain airspace restrictions could complicate travel.

Fulton seeks state millions for mental health

Stalking claims lead to temporary protective order against Fulton manager

Fulton County Manager Dick Anderson is prohibited from getting close to a neighbor in their Roswell subdivision. His attorney says Anderson has done nothing wrong.

Peachtree Road Race updates: Cool, calm and collected

We're days away from the Northside Hospital Peachtree Road Race on July 4th in Atlanta.

How Atlanta commuters, employers are navigating World Cup traffic

Some employers have encouraged remote work. Others said employees should come into the office and experience the festivities.

HEALTH

‘Nothing in our playbook’: HIV advocates brace for funding instability

Some HIV prevention grants have been reduced under Trump, and some Atlanta advocates say they have already seen delays in funds arriving.

Summer fun for all ages: 6 activities for grandparents in July

From patriotic celebrations to hands-on crafts and family outings, here are six ways grandparents and grandkids can enjoy July around metro Atlanta.

Shooting leads to ‘large-scale manhunt’ in Forsyth County, officials say

After a dispute broke out in gunfire in a Forsyth County neighborhood, neighbors called 911 when stray bullets entered a child’s bedroom in a nearby house, officials said.