News for Metro Atlanta and Region

Smyrna teen charged in dismemberment case had photo of body, detective says
An escort ad led Kingston Bradley to contact the woman whose remains were found last month at his Cobb County apartment complex, according to court testimony Friday.
Dagmar Midcap is officially gone from CBS Atlanta
Dagmar Midcap has left CBS Atlanta without explanation 16 years after she last left the market working at the previous CBS station.

Georgia man, former prosecutor charged in alleged $2M Ponzi schemes, feds say
Federal prosecutors say they indicted a Georgia businessman and Florida attorney on wire fraud, money laundering charges for allegedly defrauding investors out of $2 million.
Georgia News

Transgender book got Georgia library manager fired, suit says
A Southeast Georgia county and library system fired a library manager because she allowed a book about a transgender child to be displayed, her lawsuit alleges.
Lawsuit filed over delayed Cobb County absentee ballots
Nearly 2,900 Cobb County voters who requested absentee ballots during the first half of October have experienced delays.
What’s your elevator pitch? Students compete on ride up 27-story TKE tower.
A group of Kennesaw State University students practiced their elevator pitches in a contest held at TK Elevator’s North American headquarters.
Crime & Public Safety
Woman now charged with murder in 4-year-old’s death in Atlanta
A woman’s charges have been upgraded after a child was found dead Monday of blunt force injuries at a southwest Atlanta residence, officials say.

An unwanted paint job: New MARTA trains target of recent rail yard vandalism
Photos posted to social media document masked trespassers painting graffiti on train cars.

Transgender book got Georgia library manager fired, suit says
A Southeast Georgia county and library system fired a library manager because she allowed a book about a transgender child to be displayed, her lawsuit alleges.
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What is ‘Project Bulldog?’ No, it has nothing to do with Georgia football.
Yancey Bros., an Austell-based dealer of Caterpillar equipment, recently acquired the former UPS facility in the city of South Fulton.

A.M. ATL: Going up
Morning, y'all. Your Oct. 28 update: three arrested for school shooting plans, an elevator pitch contest, coastal dock drama and more.
Parents want closed Atlanta private school to refund tuition, complaint says
Midtown International School unexpectedly closed in spring 2026.

Two transformational deals
Inside Medley, the anchor of Johns Creek’s new downtown. Plus, Audi’s expected impact in Georgia.

Coca-Cola reports revenue growth in third quarter despite ‘uneven’ global environment
Coca-Cola on Tuesday raised its outlook for this year’s financial results, reporting revenue growth during the third quarter.

Six Flags rides in Georgia, Illinois, New Jersey to get seat belts after death
The Goliath roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia will get a new restraint when the ride reopens. An Atlanta man was ejected from the popular coaster midride Oct. 12.

A.M. ATL: Coffee date
Morning, y'all. Your Oct. 27 update: how to get coffee on the AJC, First Liberty fallout, childcare safety concerns and more.

PNC Bank rolling out 25 new branches across metro Atlanta
PNC Bank is rolling out dozens of new branches in metro Atlanta, reversing a trend of bank branches closing in favor of digital services.

Georgia man wins $5M at trial against Yamaha, Honda
Yamaha and Honda are liable for a Georgia man's aggressive cancer caused by asbestos exposure, a DeKalb County jury has found, awarding him $5 million.

All released from hospitals after Salem High football team bus crash
More than 20 Salem High School students and staff were taken for medical treatment following a school bus crash. All have now been released from hospital.



