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.
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.

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.

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.

Man killed in Atlantic Station apartment shooting ID’d
One person was killed and two others were injured Monday in a shooting inside a mixed-use building in Atlantic Station, an official said.
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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.
Tony Gray, former president of the Atlanta Jamaican Association, dies at 77
Friends said Tony Gray loved his Jamaican culture and had a gift for connecting people across the Caribbean diaspora.

Senate backs transit referendum moratorium bill
Cobb and Gwinnett counties would have to wait until at least 2032 before asking voters to pay for transit expansion.
New Edition, with Boyz II Men and Toni Braxton, bring hits to Atlanta show
The legendary R&B acts will perform at State Farm Arena again Thursday.

Live airport security wait times and today’s trends
The AJC gathers real-time wait-time data from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to show what security lines look like right now.





