Former Hawk Jason Collins tests positive for coronavirus

Former Hawk Jason Collins revealed Tuesday on Twitter that he has tested positive for COVID-19.

Collins spent three seasons with the Hawks (2009-12) and played for five other teams during his 13-year NBA career. Collins became the first openly gay male athlete playing in a major team sport when he revealed his orientation in 2013, his next-to-last NBA season.

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Five big home games to watch in the first month

Hawks fans can expect contests at State Farm Arena to include some tough matchups against teams national experts view as contenders.

Hawks extend Dyson Daniels’ contract for four years, $100 million

The Hawks are retaining one of their key young players for a longer term, agreeing to a four-year contract extension with defensive maven Dyson Daniels.

A look at the Hawks roster ahead of season opener Wednesday

The Atlanta Hawks have multiple players who can handle the ball, taking pressure off star guard Trae Young.

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Five big home games to watch in the first month

A look at the Hawks roster ahead of season opener Wednesday

Hawks extend Dyson Daniels’ contract for four years, $100 million

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Atlanta airport sees TSA staffing shortages amid shutdown

Hartsfield-Jackson recommends travelers allow extra time for security screening amid the government shutdown.

Geoff Duncan’s Democratic gamble in Georgia tests party loyalty

Former Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan’s biggest challenge might not be money or organization, but trust. Once a Republican, he's now running as a Democrat.

Hulu tackles Murdaugh murders with big-budget series shot in Atlanta

Hulu’s “Murdaugh: Death in the Family,” shot in metro Atlanta, stars Jason Clarke and Patricia Arquette in a drama based on the downfall of a powerful South Carolina family.