ESF names new honorary chairman

The Empty Stocking Fund recently announced that John Eaves, chairman of the Fulton County Commission, will serve as the honorary chairman for the 2011 holiday season.

The ESF is an Atlanta-based nonprofit that provides gifts to more than 50,000 children living in poverty each year.

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Prolonged shutdown could force 20% flight cuts, U.S. officials warn

The Federal Aviation Administration started reducing flights Friday at 40 major airports, which includes Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.

With SNAP benefits in limbo, Atlanta residents step up to help

With SNAP benefits in limbo after a late-Friday Supreme Court decision, many metro Atlanta residents are putting their own money toward supporting those affected.

Study: Rents for low-wage Atlantans rose 9 times faster than for high earners

Rents for suburban workforce housing in the metro Atlanta region increased by almost 20%, while rents for luxury units increased by 2%, a study said.