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Atlanta art scene embraces Congolese artist Raphael Bahindwa’s FIFA World Cup series
Raphael Bahindwa paints to bear witness. Born and raised in the Democratic Republic of Congo, he moved to the United States to study art, earned his B.F.A. in painting from SCAD Atlanta in 2022, and since built a body of work here devoted to his homeland, its people, and the aspirations of its yo...
Netflix uses AI to revive Gene Wilder’s voice for new ‘Willy Wonka’ reality competition
Netflix has brought Gene Wilder back to help promote the streaming service’s new “Willy Wonka” reality competition series. Sadly, Wilder died in 2016 at the age of 83. Read more trending news Netflix, with permission of Wilder’s family, has recreated the actor’s voice through a partnership with E...
LIVE: Match day in Atlanta | How to beat the heat, World Cup traffic & more
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — The World Cup matches in Atlanta keep getting bigger and bigger. Atlanta Stadium is set to host its first of three win-or-go-home matches Wednesday as England takes on Congo in the round of 32.In addition to the normal gridlock, thousands of fans are expected a...
16 children rescued from ‘deplorable’ conditions in Ohio house; 4 arrested
Authorities in southern Ohio said that 16 children were rescued from “deplorable” conditions in a home in a rural area east of Cincinnati, and four adults are facing charges.Read more trending news According to the Vinton County Sheriff’s Office, deputies and officers from the Ohio Bureau of Crim...
BBB warns consumers to research movers before hiring
(InvestigateTV) — Hiring a moving company requires more than a quick online search, according to the Better Business Bureau, which is urging consumers to verify credentials, get agreements in writing and document their belongings before moving day.Josh Planos, vice president of marketing and comm...
FIFA World Cup: Atlanta hosts its first knockout match with England vs DR Congo
Atlanta will host its first knockout stage match for the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Wednesday. England and the Democratic Republic of the Congo face off with only one team advancing to the quarterfinals. Kickoff is set for 12 p.m., but the pre-game celebrations are expected to begin early as fans mar...
CRITICAL MISSING: 76-year-old woman missing in Duluth area
The Duluth Police Department is asking for the public's help finding a 76-year-old woman who has been reported missing and is considered a critical missing person.
Farmer builds intricate model train, miniature town in basement
(Aging Untold) — Harry Jenkins lives on a sprawling 199-acre cattle farm in Vale, North Carolina, about an hour north of Charlotte. When he isn’t tending to his cattle, he’s tending to the train station — one inside his home. Jenkins negotiated the space with his wife when they built the house in...
Former Falcons player’s brother charged with murder after mother found dead at Atlanta townhome
The brother of a former Atlanta Falcons player has been charged in the death of their mother at the family’s Buckhead townhome. Fulton County Jail records confirmed that Ciarre Campbell was booked after midnight on charges of murder, aggravated assault and possession of a knife. We are working to...
Dangerous heat continues through Fourth of July
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — North Georgia is in the grip of dangerous heat, and it’s not letting up through the Fourth of July holiday weekend.Today marks another First Alert Weather Day for heat, with heat index values climbing to 100-105 degrees this afternoon. A heat advisory is in eff...
Victor Willis, lead singer of Village People, dead at 74
(Gray News) — Victor Willis, the lead singer of Village People, has died at 74.His wife announced his death in a Facebook post on his official page.“It is with profound sadness that I must announce the death of my husband, Victor Willis. Victor passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, as a result o...
MARTA Dining Guide: Arts Center and Midtown stations
This Rough Draft dining series highlights restaurants in cities and neighborhoods within easy walking distance or a short bus ride from MARTA rail stations. Check out other MARTA dining guides to Brookhaven, Chamblee, Doraville, and Lenox on the Gold Line, Buckhead, Dunwoody, and Sandy Springs on...
Braves launch relief efforts for Venezuela earthquake victims
The Atlanta Braves Foundation have launched a relief fund and auction for Venezuelan earthquake victims.A pair of 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude earthquakes struck Venezuela on June 24. At least 1,943 deaths and 10,000 injuries have been reported by the country’s government. Thousands of more people have ...
Body camera footage from Falcons linebacker James Pearce Jr. arrest released
Police have released the body camera video of Atlanta Falcons linebacker James Pearce Jr.’s arrest from February.Pearce was arrested in Florida following a domestic dispute with his ex-girlfriend and WNBA player Rickea Jackson. He later agreed to enter a pre-trial intervention program to avoid a ...
Spirit to sell Delta Air Lines its Atlanta gates, pending court approval
Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines could be on the verge of growing its footprint at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.According to court filings in the Spirit Airlines bankruptcy case, Delta offered the former competitor $12 million for the gates it operated in Atlanta.The sale cannot ...
Red, white, and blue: How to properly display and honor the American flag for the 4th of July
As the U.S. prepares to celebrate 250 years of Independence on July 4, American flags will be flying prominently throughout the country. Here is the proper way to display Old Glory.
John Cena shaves head as he awaits second hair transplant procedure
You can’t see John Cena’s hair -- at least for now.Read more trending news The professional wrestler-turned-actor shared a photograph of his shaved head as he prepares for his second hair transplant procedure, People reported.Cena, 49, a 17-time world heavyweight champion, shared the behind-the-s...
Midtown International School blames declining enrollment for financial woes, but avoids bankruptcy
Midtown International School (MIS), a Druid Hills private school that shocked parents this spring by closing abruptly, will not declare bankruptcy after all. Founded in 2013, MIS was a school for twice-exceptional students from kindergarten to 12th grade. With less than a week’s notice from sc...
NFL star Calais Campbell’s mother killed in Buckhead | Everything we know
Editor’s note: The video above is from an earlier report. ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — The family of NFL player Calais Campbell released a statement after the stabbing death of his mother in Buckhead.Atlanta police were called to the home of Nateal Campbell, 71, on Tuesday for a wellness c...
4th of July deals and freebies
Many restaurant chains and food establishments are offering special discounts and freebies on July 4 in an effort to sweeten the holiday.
Statins alone won’t lower cholesterol without lifestyle changes, cardiologist says
(Aging Untold) — Statins are the most effective lipid-lowering medications for most people with high cholesterol, according to the American Heart Association, but a cardiologist says the drugs are not a substitute for healthy habits. “If someone comes to me and says, ‘Doc, give me this statin so ...
Douglas County teacher Maris Nichols awaits August hearing
A judge will hear arguments Aug. 10 on whether Nichols should be released on bond while her case moves forward.
Fourth of July: Songs that celebrate, define the essence of America
Americans celebrate Independence Day in many ways -- with fireworks, parades and barbecues. And from sea to shining sea, music has defined how Americans see themselves -- and their country.Read more trending news Here are 10 songs that have captured the essence of the United States, as Americans ...
July 4th: The Declaration of Independence is what we celebrate
History tells us that it was a hot, steamy day in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on July 4, 1776.The Continental Congress, sweating from the humidity, and surely from the fact they were committing treason, had two days before voted to approve a motion from the colony of Virginia to separate from the...
FAA investigating after passenger tried to open cabin door during United Airlines flight
Federal authorities are investigating after a passenger attempted to open an airplane cabin door, forcing a United Airlines flight bound for Houston to return to Indianapolis on Tuesday.Read more trending news Indianapolis Airport Authority officials confirmed that the incident occurred on Flight...
Blue Bell revives Red, White & Blue Bell flavor to celebrate America’s 250th birthday
Blue Bell is returning a popular patriotic ice cream flavor to store shelves -- just in time for the United States’ 250th anniversary of independence.Read more trending news According to a news release from the Texas-based company, Red, White & Blue Bell ice cream returned to store shelves on Thu...
New semiquincentennial quarters start circulating
You may see the new semiquincentennial quarters popping up in change soon. Read more trending news The Semiquincentennial Quarter to honor the Declaration of Independence was to be shipped to banks on June 1, the U.S. Mint said in a news release. Instead of George Washington, the front of the coi...
July 4: Why fireworks are part of the Independence Day celebration
The Fourth of July holiday is celebrated every year with familiar traditions such as barbecues, pool time, parades, and of course, fireworks. But when did fireworks come into the picture?Read more trending news Surprisingly, fireworks -- or pyrotechnics -- have been a part of the Independence Day...
Suspect hits multiple cars, totals own car in Austell police chase
A traffic stop turned into a police chase involving an aggravated assault suspect in Austell on Tuesday. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks]Officers initially stopped the car for reckless driving. During the chase, the suspect’s car hit three other cars with drivers inside ...
July 4: Quotes about Independence Day, freedom, patriotism
In honor of July Fourth, America’s Independence Day, here’s what some patriots, politicians and other people have to say about the freedom we cherish.Read more trending news“The winds that blow through the wide sky in these mounts, the winds that sweep from Canada to Mexico, from the Pacific to t...
Celebrity deaths of 2026: The entertainers and artists we lost this year
From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.
Mother of former Falcons player identified as victim in deadly Buckhead stabbing
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A woman was stabbed to death Tuesday afternoon in her luxury Buckhead townhome, according to police. The suspect is believed to be her own son.Nateal Campbell was found dead just after 12:30 p.m. when police responded to a welfare check at the home at the Brown...
Marijuana leaf, vapes available to medical cannabis patients under new Georgia law
A new law that went into effect Wednesday will allow the sale of a wider variety of marijuana products at medical cannabis dispensaries. Dozens of new laws in Georgia went into effect on July 1, including Senate Bill 220.The bill signed by the governor lifts the current 5% THC limit on products a...
Dish DBS files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection
Dish DBS, a longtime satellite television operator that is now a subsidiary of EchoStar, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on Tuesday.Read more trending news The company filed for bankruptcy in a Houston federal court, according to a news release. The move was made after a deal to sell s...
☀️ Summer in the park
Starting with today’s newsletter, we are introducing a new, daily events spotlight that will feature a rolling calendar of curated events to fill your calendar for the next three to five days. You can submit events for consideration at RoughDraftAtlanta.com/Events or email us for more information...
Danny Glover speaks about his Alzheimer’s diagnosis
Danny Glover has unveiled his battles with Alzheimer’s disease.Read more trending news The “Lethal Weapon” actor sat down with the “Today” show and said he was diagnosed with the degenerative disease several years ago. “I’m sure as it advances, things are going to be different and changing,” Glov...
Mt. Olive Pickles withdraws from Great American State Fair over Confederate flag display
RALEIGH, N.C. (Gray News) - Mt. Olive Pickles has pulled out of the Great American State Fair in Washington, D.C., after North Carolina’s booth included a Confederate flag display.The booth was run by private sponsors and was not organized by the state.“This flag does not represent the North Caro...
How to take charge of your annual checkup — and stop feeling overwhelmed
(Aging Untold) — Annual checkups can quickly spiral into a long list of labs, screenings and scans — and even with insurance, the costs can catch you off guard. Learn how to cut through the noise, ask the right questions and walk into your next appointment as a prepared, empowered participant rat...
Bodycam released from Falcons LB James Pierce Jr.'s arrest
Doral police released body camera video from the February arrest of Falcons linebacker James Pierce Jr.
At Johnson Lowe, Richard Dial’s steel sculptures hold up a family’s history
Artist Richard Dial learned metal-work building patio furniture alongside his father, legendary contemporary artist Thornton Dial, and brothers in Bessemer, Alabama. Last Friday, Richard Dial’s latest exhibition “American Idols” closed at Miami Circle’s Johnson Lowe. A few works from the show rem...