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Atlanta Pride announces 2026 grand marshals under ‘Louder & Prouder’ theme Via Unsplash. Atlanta Pride announced its 2026 grand marshals, honoring eight individuals and organizations whose work in advocacy, healthcare, entertainment and community building reflects this year’s theme, “Louder...
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — An Atlanta man on the metro area’s top 10 wanted list has been arrested, the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office said.Bobby Curry was arrested at an Ellenwood residence on warrants for murder, aggravated assault with a weapon, and possession of a firearm during the ...
Editor’s note: It was originally reported that this incident was a drowning based on what DeKalb County Fire Rescue originally told Atlanta News First. The story has since been corrected. ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A woman nearly drowned in a swimming pool at a DeKalb County home on Thur...
(Gray News) - Amazon Prime members are getting a new fuel discount in time for the Fourth of July. Here’s how it works.Prime, Prime Access, and Prime for Young Adults members can only use this one-time discount between July 2 and 5 at participating bp, Amoco, ampm and Thorntons locations across t...
A bomb threat at a Gwinnett County business led to an intense search in the air for an attempted armed robbery suspect.Officers rushed to the scene on Wednesday when they got a call about a robbery in progress with a bomb.From there, they turned to Air-1 above to find the man on the run, and poli...
A woman is hospitalized after being pulled from a swimming pool at a home Thursday afternoon, according to officials.[DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks]DeKalb County Fire Rescue says crews responded to a reported drowning just before 4 p.m. at a home on Mossey Drive.When fi...
Madison Vineyard, a 14-year-old from Walton County, believes that when you do what you love, great things happen.Madison works at a Monroe McDonald’s restaurant.With the help of Coca-Cola, she and other teen McDonald’s employees got to spend a day at the FIFA World Cup in Atlanta.[DOWNLOAD: Free ...
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN/Gray News) - Authorities say a group of teens is facing charges in connection with vandalizing a produce stand last weekend. Court documents state that a 15-year-old who was turned in to authorities by her mother was part of the group accused of destroying Kelly’s Produce. Acc...
An estranged husband seen on video running over his wife in the driveway then dragging her back into the house called it a tragic accident.His explanation LIVE on Channel 2 Action News at 5:00 p.m.Janice Frazier’s family previously shared home surveillance video with Channel 2 they said captured ...
As thousands of soccer fans continue filling downtown Atlanta for FIFA events during extreme summer heat, local first responders have a place to cool down and recover between shifts.The College Football Hall of Fame has transformed part of its facility into a dedicated cooling and recovery statio...
Documents suggest that either due diligence was not done on the firm College Park selected as its new destination marketing organization, or city officials were aware of alleged false information included in the winning bidder’s proposal. Chris Hardman President and CEO of the Georgia Hotel & ...
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A person drowned in a DeKalb County neighborhood Thursday afternoon, according to fire officials.A spokesperson for DeKalb County Fire Rescue said crews responded to a home on Mossey Drive in the Stonecrest area after someone called to report a drowning.The spo...
MORRISTOWN, Tenn. (WVLT/Gray News) - A tractor-trailer carrying live crabs caught fire on an interstate in Tennessee Wednesday morning, closing an off-ramp.A preliminary report from the Tennessee Highway Patrol said the driver was traveling north on I-81 when he saw a fire break out near the rear...
Two people, including a 13-year-old, are dead after a shooting in a DeKalb County neighborhood Thursday morning. Family members have identified the 13-year-old victim as Demarcus Shirley. Police identified the second victim as 45-year-old Chauncey Newman. Police also found a dog that was shot and...
Comedian and actress Tiffany Haddish has been ordered to go to trial next month by a Fayette County judge. Haddish has been working to get her DUI case thrown out, claiming her right to a speedy trial. The judge said no.However, the judge in the case responded and placed some of the blame on Hadd...
Full gallery of King Birth Home reopening photos by Delaney Tarr. You can quite literally hear the history inside Martin Luther King Jr.’s childhood home. The National Parks System pushes it through — the sound of silverware clinking in the dining room, soft music in the parlor and sibling ar...
(Gray News) - JCPenney is helping customers stretch their budgets with a one-day Fuel Up and Save event that turns a gas station receipt into real savings.On Friday, customers who bring any gas station receipt, digital or printed, into any JCPenney store will receive $10 off a $10 purchase.The co...
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — The birth home of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. will reopen to the public July 4 after nearly three years of renovations and preservation projects, park officials said.The house on Auburn Avenue, part of Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park, underw...
(Gray News) - The massive heat wave expected in the nation’s capital won’t deter President Donald Trump from giving a lengthy speech on the Fourth of July.Trump said Wednesday during a speech in North Dakota that he plans to give a “really long speech” on the National Mall.“On July 4th, it’s goin...
Due to extreme heat and humidity forecasted for the Fourth of July, the 57th annual Northside Hospital Peachtree Road Race will begin under “red” flag conditions. The color-coded alert system — “green” for normal conditions, “yellow” for worsening conditions, “red” for potentially dangerous co...
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A man has been arrested and accused of attempting to rob a Lawrenceville business Wednesday, Gwinnett County police said. Police said Jordan Micah McLain, 29, walked into the business near the 2000 block of Lawrenceville Highway and tried to cash a fraudulent c...
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Oppressive heat will be the dominant weather story for North Georgia through the Fourth of July weekend, with heat index values climbing into the triple digits and remaining dangerously high even after sunset. An Extreme Heat Warning remains in effect for far n...
PHOENIX (KPHO/Gray News) — A female inmate tried to escape a Phoenix hospital this week, but it didn’t go the way she planned.According to the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office, the woman was at the Valleywise Health Medical Center on Wednesday. The inmate reportedly asked to use the restroom and ...
(Gray News) - As the country grapples with heat indices of up to 115 degrees in some areas, heat-related illnesses will naturally begin to increase.Heat exhaustion and heatstroke both happen when the body is out in severe heat, and both require medical attention; however, heatstroke is much more ...
Former U.S. Olympic canoeist David Hearn, 67, has been indicted on a felony charge for allegedly tearing up sealant at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool on June 19.
A California man who authorities say sent an "imposter ransom demand" to Nancy Guthrie's family members pleaded guilty to charges on Thursday.
The extreme heat is staying with us, and it could trigger isolated but strong to severe storms through Thursday evening.An extreme heat warning is in effect for northwest Georgia, with metro Atlanta and other parts of north Georgia under a heat advisory. Showers and storms will diminish as we hea...
A Gwinnett County man is in jail after police say he tried to rob a business while telling staff he was armed with a bomb.The Gwinnett County Police Department said the incident happened Wednesday, when a masked man, later identified as Jordan Micah McLain, walked into a business on Lawrenceville...
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - Grammy-nominated music producer Turbo is shifting the spotlight from chart-topping hits to community impact as he hosts his annual Turbo Day Back-to-School Drive in partnership with the City of South Fulton July 4th from 12pm- 4pm at College Park Elementary. The Atlanta ...
The Barrow County Sheriff’s Office is asking for help locating a girl who ran away from home on July 1.
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - Healthy eating doesn’t have to mean giving up the foods you love. Chef Kenny Minor is showing how a realistic wellness reset is built on balance, not restriction. Instead of following strict diets or feeling guilty about meals, he encourages preparing flavorful dishes th...
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - Are you looking for something to do around Atlanta in July?Secret Atlanta has a few options for you:Peachtree Road RaceAdults-Only Glow NightHalal Food FestivalThe Chai Box CafeBlack Girl Book FairATL Live is your home for food, fun and entertainment in Atlanta. As a pro...
Editor’s note: The video above is from previous coverage.NEW YORK (AP) — After weeks of complaints from frustrated fans, StubHub is being sued by customers who say the ticket reseller’s inability to fulfill orders crushed their dreams of going to World Cup.Julia Reeker Moghal and Reuben Renteria,...
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — The United States marks its 250th birthday this year, and many communities across metro Atlanta are celebrating with fireworks, parades and, in one case, Robin Thicke.This July 4 marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.Alth...
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - A new boutique hotel in Atlanta just debuted a first-of-its-kind handbag residency with a chic fashion brand!The Tess Hotel is joining forces with Rails in the heart of Buckhead!ATL Live is your home for food, fun and entertainment in Atlanta. As a product of Atlanta New...
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — DeKalb County officials said a dead bat tested positive for rabies Thursday.The infected bat was found near Millstone Trail in the Stone Mountain area, according to the county government.DeKalb officials said Georgia is a rabies-endemic state, meaning the virus...
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - It’s a movie studio tour you’ve been waiting for.Tia Miller with Trilith Foundation joins ATL Live to share where blockbusters are born and the next great story is already in production. ATL Live is your home for food, fun and entertainment in Atlanta. As a product of At...
Typically, a bride and groom are the ones receiving wedding gifts. But Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce may have turned the tables on the tradition. Read more trending news Variety reported that the couple has donated $26 million to at least 20 charities this week before their reported wedding.A rep...
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - Atlanta is packed with incredible local talent, inspiring entrepreneurs and amazing community stories - and one radio station is making sure those voices don’t go unheard. Pulse 101.3 is shining a spotlight on everything that makes our city unique, from local music and s...
TIGERTON, Wis. (WBAY/Gray News) - A 6-year-old in Wisconsin is receiving treatment after she was bitten by a rabid bat Tuesday.Her brother had come to her rescue, killing the bat with a makeshift sword.Cece Kale was in a tree in front of her home in Tigerton when she was bitten. The bat had wrapp...
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