ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — MARTA is set to interview three finalists on Monday for its chief executive officer role. The transit agency’s Board of Directors will meet with three finalists ahead of a meeting next week, where the next chief could be announced. In a reversa...
Alpharetta board advances North Point Mall redevelopment meant to lure NHL team The Business Journals
Georgia Senate and gubernatorial candidates sharpen Black voter outreach Axios
In 2028, as Georgia residents cast their ballots in the presidential primary, voters across the state will be using a brand new election system. At least, that’s the hope of a special committee dedicated to helping state officials make the switch. The committee, which includes mo...
After public clash over Atlanta’s support, Invest Fest and Mayor Andre Dickens talk 2027 TheGrio
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - Lawmakers are preparing to hit the midterm election campaign trail following the Senate’s departure for its five-week August recess. On Tuesday, South Carolina Republican voters head to the polls for a special primary election to determine their new Senate ...
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — With less than 90 days remaining until the midterm elections, Georgia’s high-stakes political matchups took center stage at the Georgia Chamber of Commerce’s annual congressional luncheon. The event marked the first time the two major gubernato...
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - Democratic incumbents in Congressional primaries across the country are fending off challengers calling for younger, and sometimes more progressive, lawmakers. The Democratic primary election for Connecticut’s first Congressional district highlights how age...
The second annual Youth Pitmaster Competition returned to the back fields of the Midway Recreation Center in DeKalb County on Aug. 1. The competition, a joint effort by the Department of Youth Services and Commissioner Ted Terry, enlisted youth aged 12-24 to compete for cash priz...
Ansley Park mobile home park opened decades ago on Dupree Road and 681 Stonebridge Parkway in Cherokee County. Thursday night, the Woodstock Planning Commission voted to recommend the annexation and rezoning of the 31-acre property. The owner has retired and wants to sell the lan...
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A newly formed state legislative panel met for the first time Friday at the State Capitol to begin redesigning Georgia’s statewide voting system, navigating intense pressure to replace touchscreen equipment by the 2028 elections. The Election E...
The Lovejoy City Council acknowledged on Thursday that a developer has withdrawn a Special Administrative Permit application for a proposed data center. The city council revealed in a special called meeting that the property owner and development team now plan to pursue residenti...
The attorney representing Stockbridge Mayor Jayden Williams has filed a second legal claim against the city of Stockbridge, Channel 2’s Ashli Lincoln reports. This comes after the city announced this week it plans to release the findings of an independent investigation later this...
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Dozens of residents of a Woodstock mobile home development protested a potential sale and redevelopment Thursday. Woodstock planning commissioners voted to annex and rezone the Ansley Park mobile home community to allow for its sale and develop...
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A proposal for a data center in the city of Lovejoy was formally withdrawn at a city council meeting Thursday. The special session was called for the sole purpose of the withdrawal. Stillwater Development first filed plans for a 3.5 million-squ...
A proposal to establish a historic district on Peachtree Circle in Ansley Park cleared two hurdles this week, earning support from Neighborhood Planning Unit-E and the Atlanta Zoning Review Board. The Atlanta City Council will cast the final vote on the matter at its Aug. 24 or S...
A woman was escorted from the latest Henry County Board of Commissioners meeting, and she and county officials are reflecting on what led up to her removal. Video captured what led up to Laurin “Brie” Smith being escorted from the meeting. “These actions do not demonstrate policy...
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - The Democratic primary election for Connecticut’s first Congressional district highlights how age is becoming a concern for incumbents across the country. Current first district Rep. John Larson is running for his fifteenth term at age 78. He is facing form...
Calling all letter writers Thursday, Aug. 6 (23 Av 5786) — It’s an election year, and Y’alla is here to bring you all voting-related events. Submit yours . This week, Abdul El Sayed won an open Senate seat in Michigan where Jewish voters make up just 1.4% of the electorate. But t...
Advancing the vision of the Arts Brookhaven: A Vision for Culture and Creativity in our Community, the City of Brookhaven Arts and Culture Commission partnered with local schools to inspire creativity, encourage artistic expression, and bring neighbors together through sharing ar...
On Saturday, Aug. 8, Atlanta City Councilmember Matt Westmoreland will host a community celebration honoring Kevin Randolph with a City of Atlanta proclamation recognizing his contributions to the culture, identity, and community spirit. Kevin Randolph, also known by the communit...
A discussion of how to ensure the city still gets what it’s owed by senior residents, and some on disability, who don’t pay their bills on time turned heated at a recent Covington City Council meeting. During the discussion over creating a flat rate utility for seniors who miss t...
Key points: • The Norcross Planning & Zoning Board recommended a code change requiring special permits for car-related businesses at its Aug. 5 meeting, clearing up a conflict that led to an appeal. • Board members also approved a code change that allows them to receive compensat...
North Carolina Republican Rep. Chuck Edwards announced Wednesday that he is ending his reelection campaign, two days after the House Ethics Committee recommended he be censured....
Experience space like never before without leaving Atlanta! Space Explorers: The Infinite offers visitors a virtual reality experience of life aboard the International Space Station. The exhibition uses 360-degree footage filmed in space to simulate the daily routines and spacewa...
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Stockbridge City Council voted Wednesday to hold a public hearing on the findings of an investigation into Mayor Jayden Williams, including his spending and allegations of sexual misconduct. In a 4-1 vote, the council approved a resolution call...
Lawrenceville City Councilmember Bruce Johnson announced his resignation effective Sept. 2.
DETROIT (Gray DC) - Progressive candidate Dr. Abdul El-Sayed has been projected as the winner of Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary, defeating moderate four-term Rep. Haley Stevens (D-Mich.) by a margin of approximately 15,000 votes. That’s roughly one percentage point and the ...
ATLANTA, Ga. — Atlanta News First (WANF) announced Wednesday that both general election candidates for the U.S. Senate, incumbent Sen. Jon Ossoff (D) and challenger U.S. Rep. Mike Collins (R), have accepted invitations to participate in an exclusive, live debate on Thursday, Oct....
ACWORTH, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A plan to add parking in downtown Acworth has sparked concerns among preservationists and residents who fear two historic homes could be threatened. City leaders, however, say the homes are not slated for demolition. The debate began after the ...
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NEW YORK (AP) — The Senate on Wednesday confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, placing her in charge of a public health agency beleaguered by political meddling and low morale. Schwartz was confirmed in a 51-44 vote. The 54-yea...
The Norcross City Council officially called for a Nov. 3 special election to fill the vacancy left by the late Marshall Cheek. The Norcross community and city officials are still mourning the loss of Cheek, who died in mid-June . In early August, Council Member Josh Bare quoted o...
The Atlanta City Council has another data center-related regulation on their discussion docket after Monday’s council meeting. Councilmember Kelsea Bond introduced a resolution at that meeting to create a Data Center Task Force to look at best practices for the development, place...
The Senate confirmed a new director for the Atlanta-based U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Dr. Erica Schwartz was confirmed in a 51-44 vote. The 54-year-old becomes the 22nd leader of the CDC, which is charged with protecting Americans from preventable health thre...
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - North Carolina Republican Rep. Chuck Edwards ended his re-election bid Wednesday, just days after a bipartisan House Ethics Committee recommended he be censured over his treatment of young female staffers. Edwards announced Wednesday that he was withdrawing...
A dozen residents spoke out against data centers at the Atlanta City Council meeting on Aug. 3 as momentum builds around environmental, health, and equity concerns. The outcry is in response to Digital Realty ‘s $500 million proposal to build a data center at 713 Ralph David Aber...
The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating a safety incident involving Marine One while President Donald Trump was on the helicopter. Read more trending news Reuters reported that the helicopter carrying the president took off Tuesday afternoon despite air traffic contr...
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Back-to-school season is also prime season for rental scammers, and their fake listings can look exactly like the real thing. According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), scammers copy legitimate apartment listings from real websites, swap ...
Paving plans Wednesday, Aug. 5 — The Atlanta City Council voted to approve $2.9 million for Phase 1 of a citywide street paving project , which includes a comprehensive survey and evaluation of all gravel, dirt, and unpaved streets within the city. Scattered thunderstorms with a ...
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - President Donald Trump departed Washington on Tuesday afternoon for a set of West Coast political events that aim to promote his economic agenda and help Republicans earn midterm election support. The president is scheduled to attend a Los Angeles area Repu...
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A Fulton County commissioner responded Tuesday to a letter from Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens, escalating a financial dispute between city and county leaders over the future of the Atlanta City Detention Center and a broader package of fiscal dem...
The Norcross City Council met for an Aug. 3 policy work session to discuss the 2027 budget, this fall’s property tax rate, and a moratorium on the demolition of pre-1950 structures. Elected officials spent time discussing whether a temporary block on all historic demolitions is n...
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ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — The MARTA Board of Directors has chosen the new leader of the transit agency. On Thursday, the board sel…
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