News for Metro Atlanta and Region
Stockbridge mayor faces scrutiny as City Council strips him of access, duties
Jayden Williams, the newly elected mayor of Stockbridge, has been stripped of his access to city property, funds and certain responsibilities by the City Council.
Deputies ID ex-boyfriend on the run after woman fatally shot in Hall County
Investigators say they believe the suspect is the ex-boyfriend of the woman fatally shot at a Hall County convenience store.
Scattered thunderstorms disrupt Sunday FIFA World Cup festival
As the FIFA World Cup comes to a close Sunday, Atlantans gather for a celebration at Piedmont Park. But scattered thunderstorms have put a damper on the festivities.
FDA reviews peptide injections favored by RFK Jr. and wellness influencers
Federal health advisers are meeting to review a group of controversial chemicals called peptides.
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Okefenokee backers ‘cautiously optimistic’ ahead of World Heritage vote
The delegation that's in Busan, South Korea to support the Okefenokee's bid to join the World Heritage List is "cautiously optimistic" about the swamp's chances.
The secret to plucking the perfect Georgia peach is, well, kind of a secret
How to pick the perfect Georgia peach? An expert who grew up in a peach-farming family and has peach juice running "through his veins" shares his method.
Activists convicted for Russian ties seek landmark free-speech ruling
Political activists urged federal appellate judges in Atlanta to overturn their convictions Wednesday in an effort to protect free-speech rights under the U.S. Constitution.
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2 injured on MARTA bus after ‘accidental discharge,’ transit agency says
Two people were injured after a gun was accidentally discharged late Wednesday on a MARTA bus, transit officials say.
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After more than two decades in prison, father granted new trial in son’s death
In 2023, Gwinnett prosecutors offered Danyel Smith the chance to walk out of prison if he admitted killing his son. He rejected the offer.
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