Georgia woman accused of $17K dump truck scam in Florida
A Florida business owner paid $17,000 for a dump truck advertised online, but deputies said it was never delivered.
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🍻 Tucktoberfest begins
Happy Tucktoberfest Friday, Sept. 18 — Hello again! Autumn is just around the corner (the final day of summer is Sept. 21), and with the cooler weather comes a wealth of fall fun. Tucktoberfest begins at Tucker Brewing Company this weekend. Saturday’s event, which kicks off the t...
Georgia Entrepreneur Launches Tree-Free Bamboo Paper Brand in Atlanta
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - Georgia households now have an alternative to traditional paper products as a local business launches tree-free bath tissue made entirely from bamboo. Earth Love Tissue offers bamboo-based household paper products designed to reduce reliance on conventio...
Your 3rd Spot Joins inaugural West Midtown Restaurant Week with Date Night Dinner Special
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - West Midtown is preparing to host its first-ever neighborhood restaurant week, highlighting one of Atlanta’s fastest-growing food corridors. The weeklong celebration features more than 30 local establishments offering curated prix fixe menus and exclusiv...
Toys R Us announces expansion ahead of holiday season
Remember what it was like going to a toy store and running through the aisles, looking at any new toy a kid could dream of? Toys R Us is giving us 120 more places where “a kid can be a kid.” Read more trending news Toys R Us announced in a news release that it will be opening 120...
Buckhead Forward launches five-year plan to improve livability
Katharine Kelly, CEO of the Buckhead Coalition and CID, has announced a five-year roadmap to increase livability in the community. Buckhead Forward is a plan focusing on walkability, infrastructure, public safety, traffic mitigation, and community engagement “to drive economic gr...
Four generations of family keep this chocolate business sweet
JERICHO, Vt. ( InvestigateTV ) - At Snowflake Chocolates , candy making is in full swing as the family business preps their next batch. It was Martha Pollack’s idea to name the business after Snowflake Bentley, the Jericho resident who was the first to photograph snowflakes. Like...
Strengthening Metro Atlanta’s Future: Why modern workplace benefits are a community imperative
As Metro Atlanta continues to solidify its position as a hub for commerce, innovation, and cultural growth, our region’s businesses face both incredible opportunity and evolving responsibility. True corporate leadership in Atlanta has long been defined by a collaborative commitme...
Starbucks resolves Florida DEI lawsuit with blockbuster agreement
Starbucks will pay Florida $1 million and will not use race-and sex-based goals, quotas and preferences in employment practices companywide under a sweeping settlement ending the state's civil rights lawsuit against the coffee giant....
Restaurant Report Card: Lucky China 8 fails with 59; Romeo’s earns 100
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A Chinese restaurant in northwest Atlanta failed two health inspections in a row. Lucky China 8 on Joseph E. Boone Boulevard scored 62 points and a U for unsatisfactory on Sept. 1. Then on Sept. 14, the restaurant failed again with 59 points. O...
Woman facing dozens of charges after 17 cats found dead, 20 others rescued from extreme heat
WALKER, La. ( WAFB /Gray News) - A Louisiana woman is facing dozens of animal cruelty charges after authorities say they discovered nearly 40 cats and kittens suffering in extreme heat without food or water inside an area business. Madison Rebecca Colello, 29, surrendered to auth...
Malachi’s Storehouse director Judi Carlson named neighbor of the year finalist
Neighbors Bank announced the top 10 finalists for its inaugural Neighbor of the Year contest, a nationwide search to celebrate the everyday people who make their communities better, and one of the people on the list is Dunwoody’s Judi Carlson. Carlson is the director of Malachi’s...
2 sentenced after 11-state Walmart theft scheme unravels in Georgia
Two men are heading to prison after carrying out a $362,844 multi-state retail theft operation that targeted Walmart stores across 11 states, including a location in Canton....
🧆 New favorite falafel
New favorite falafel Thursday, Sept. 17 — Hello, internet friends. My husband and I have been discussing falafel a lot lately, namely how often restaurant falafel disappoints us. To me, a good falafel is smooth on the inside, rather than dry, with a crispy, not hard, exterior. I ...
Chef Linton Hopkins bringing back The Buttery, opening new Buckhead restaurant
James Beard award-winning chef Linton Hopkins and Hopkins & Company hospitality group will open Linton’s Bar and Grill in Buckhead next spring. The opening of Linton’s will also see the return of Hopkins & Company’s popular bakery-cafe, The Buttery. The Buttery closed in 2024 aft...
Famed Photographer and TV Judge Nigel Barker Shakes Up Fall Drinks
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - World-renowned fashion photographer and former America’s Next Top Model judge Nigel Barker is stepping out from behind the camera to serve up seasonal sophistication. Now the CEO of The Barker Company, Barker stopped by the studio to share how he transit...
West Midtown Restaurant Week Preview: Cooks & Soldiers
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - The inaugural West Midtown Restaurant Week debuts September 20–26, 2026, spotlighting more than 30 culinary hotspots across one of Atlanta’s fastest-growing dining hubs with curated prix fixe menus and exclusive dining experiences. Cooks & Soldiers Execu...
National sandwich chain’s first Georgia location holds grand opening; free food for year offer
Sandwich restaurant chain Potbelly is having its grand opening for its debut Georgia location this weekend. A grand-opening celebration is scheduled at the Chamblee store on Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon. The Peachtree Station Shopping Center location has been open since Sept. 1....
Shop local this fall at the Midtown Artisan Markets
There’s a new reason to spend your Sunday afternoon in Midtown this fall. Midtown Alliance is launching the Midtown Artisan Markets at Midtown Green , a series of Sunday markets bringing together local artists, makers, small businesses, food and family-friendly activities in one ...
Sept. 17 Quick Bites: Da Cocinita Magic Taco’s comeback, Avondale sandwich shop reopens, Midtown sandwich shop closes
In this week’s Quick Bites, get details on a restaurant reopening in Avondale Estates, a closure in Midtown, and a beloved taco truck’s anticipated return. We’ve also rounded up local dining events to consider, including an OutKast coffee party, a seven-course Nikkei dinner in Po...
Popular frozen dessert recalled over possible stones inside. Here’s what to know
(Gray News) - Pints of So Delicious Dairy Free frozen dessert are being recalled because they may have small stones or other hard objects inside. The recall includes pints of So Delicious Dairy Free Salted Caramel Cluster Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert that were sold in stores nationwi...
In-N-Out Burger managers now earn more than $200,000 a year, spokesperson says
IRVINE, Calif. (Gray News) - In-N-Out has been known for treating its employees well when it comes to pay and it appears those perks are only going up, especially for managerial positions. A spokesperson for the classic California fast-food chain recently revealed to Inc. that st...
Amazon announces Prime Big Deal Days
Amazon has announced its fall Prime Day sales, promising “48 hours of exclusive deals across more than 35 categories.” Read more trending news Prime Big Deal Days will happen on October 6 and 7, the company said. Amazon said it will release new deals three times a day, listed as ...
The Confidence Shift: More Men Openly Addressing Hair Loss
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - Hair loss was once something men quietly worried about, but a major cultural shift is underway as more men openly seek solutions. Atlanta hair restoration surgeons report seeing an influx of younger patients asking questions and taking proactive steps to...
‘Toy Factory’ exhibit coming to Pullman Yards Sept. 30
“Toy Factory,” a family-friendly, immersive exhibit taking you behind the scenes of a working toy factory, will premiere at Pullman Yards on Sept. 30 and continue through the end of the year. “Toy Factory,” according to an online description , is a 360°-projected workshop with in...
Helicopters and hemp farm lawsuit leads to change in how Georgia officers pay for damage
A recent ruling by the Georgia Supreme Court said blanket immunity from paying to fix what officers break was gone. The case started with a state drug raid operation in 2021, when a hemp farmer’s business was damaged when the Georgia Department of Public Safety flew helicopters o...
It’s a family affair at Clarkston halal food restaurant Al Chef
Karim Alrubaii, co-owner of Al Chef restaurant in Clarkston, has decades of industry experience and feeding people in droves. His humility and kindness, as well as his family’s role within the Clarkston community and in uplifting local talent, keep customers coming back to the sm...
Twisted Soul Cookhouse & Pours joins lineup for first-ever West Midtown Restaurant Week
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - West Midtown is launching its first-ever Restaurant Week from September 20 through September 26, 2026, showcasing the district’s culinary scene with specialized multi-course menus and neighborhood-wide dining experiences. More than 30 restaurants across ...
$10,000 bounty offered for copper thieves
A national cellular service company is putting its wealth where its wires are and offering up thousands of dollars to help catch thieves hurting its business. AT&T said it will pay up to $10,000 for information leading to captures and convictions. The company said Georgia is amon...
AT&T offers big reward to catch copper thieves
A national cellular service company is putting its wealth where its wires are and offering up thousands of dollars to help catch thieves hurting its business. AT&T said it will pay up to $10,000 for information leading to captures and convictions. The company said Georgia is amon...
Hand soap recalled for potential contamination of antibiotic-resistant bacteria
(Gray News) - Six hand soaps distributed to 15 states have been recalled because they may be contaminated with bacteria. The hand soaps were distributed by Intercon Chemical Co. to 19 wholesale companies and one retail company across 15 states, including California, Georgia, Illi...
🍔 Burger cost breakdown
Breaking down what a burger costs Tuesday, Sept. 15 — Happy Tuesday! Welcome to the table. This week’s “Family Meal” features our first story in a series that breaks down how much it costs for a local restaurant to make a specific dish. Today, we’re breaking down how much it cost...
Atlanta restaurant named one of ‘America’s Best Restaurants 2026′ by the New York Times
The New York Times published its “America’s Best Restaurants 2026″ guide and an Atlanta restaurant made the cut. The newspaper’s food reporters, editors and critics named So. Fox among their 50 favorite places to eat across the country. The restaurant, which just opened early thi...
Reports: American Idol relocating from Hollywood to metro Atlanta
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — American Idol is reportedly leaving Hollywood and relocating to metro Atlanta. The production company behind the music competition show confirmed the relocation, according to CNN. The company did not specify the exact location. American Idol ha...
Sec. Bessent defends Trump dividends to Congress
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent was on Capitol Hill Tuesday, defending the Trump administration’s economic policies. Officially, the House financial services committee hearing was about the state of the international financial system, but lawmakers also gr...
Norcross seeks community input on roadway safety plan
Norcross is gearing up for public feedback on a comprehensive Safety Action Plan, funded by a federal grant through the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Safe Streets for All (SS4A) program. The city invites residents, businesses and everyone who lives, works or spends time in ...
Potbelly opens its first Georgia store in Chamblee
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Potbelly, a national sandwich shop chain, has opened its first Georgia store in Chamblee. The shop is located in the Peachtree Station Shopping Center , 5001 Peachtree Blvd, Suite 640. Potbelly opened its first shop in Chicago in 1977. It now h...
FIFA World Cup did not lead to more metro Atlanta hotel use
In the leadup to the FIFA World Cup coming to Atlanta, officials and economics experts initially said it would be a boost for hotels and short-term rentals. During the actual 2026 matchups in the city, Channel 2 Action News reported how reservations at hotels were slower than exp...
Atlanta Bites: What and where to eat in September 2026
Atlanta’s dining scene is serving up plenty of new reasons to eat out -- from restaurant openings and fresh menus to limited-time deals and seasonal specials....
West Midtown Restaurant Week Preview with Muchacho
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - West Midtown is launching its first-ever Restaurant Week this September, offering food lovers a focused opportunity to experience one of Atlanta’s fastest-growing culinary districts. Running from September 20 through September 26, the event brings togeth...
Fashion Meets Philanthropy: Squash Blossom Empowers Women Across Metro Atlanta
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - As cooler autumn temperatures arrive across metro Atlanta, Squash Blossom boutique in Downtown Decatur is helping local shoppers refresh their seasonal wardrobes with purpose. Owner Lisa Bobb is pairing fall style updates with meaningful community action...
Recipe: Kerala-style lamb ribs from Pataaka in Midtown
This week, we’re sharing a recipe for Kerala-style lamb ribs from Indian restaurant Pataaka, now open at Spring Quarter in Midtown. Pataaka founder and chef Anish Nair grew up eating a very similar dish to the one he now serves on the menu at the Midtown restaurant. For this reci...
Cybersecurity expert says ‘zero-trust’ approach can help prevent scams, ransomware attacks
( Aging Untold ) — Ransomware is a type of malware that can lock access to data or a device until an attacker is paid. For older adults, families and businesses, one wrong click can create major financial and security problems. Dr. Christopher Whyte says a “zero trust” approach c...
Atlanta Ballet expands scholarship program ahead of 100th anniversary
The Atlanta Ballet is expanding access to dance training as it approaches its 100th anniversary with scholarships for children who can’t afford classes. The company has called Atlanta home since 1929 and says it is the oldest ballet company in America. It was founded by Dorothy M...
