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Dream on Saturday, Oct. 17 — The WNBA Finals start today, with the Atlanta Dream taking on the Golden State Valkyries at Chase Center in San Francisco. Tip-off is at 3:30 p.m. on NBC and Peacock . There are also many watch parties happening across metro Atlanta. Sunny and crisp t...
A dead raccoon tested positive for rabies in the Meadow Rock Drive area, DeKalb County officials confirmed Friday.
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A Cherokee County man suffered severe facial injuries while breaking up a fight between two family dogs. Now he’s asking for help to pay for facial reconstructive surgery critical to his recovery. Life changed in a split second when Dustin Low ...
The Atlanta Dream announced a dozen official watch parties across Atlanta ahead of Game 1 of the WNBA Finals on Saturday.
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A celebration 100 years in the making. This weekend, Atlanta’s High Museum of Art marks its centennial. From a private home on Peachtree to the renowned art museum we know today, the High’s history began with one generous gift. In October 1926,...
A man is recovering in the hospital after a shootout with sheriff’s deputies in Gilmer County, about 70 miles north of Atlanta. Channel 2 Action News at 4 p.m. covered this as breaking news. Channel 2’s Bryan Mims is in Gilmer County, on the scene along Yukon Road. He reports tha...
I-285 will close in both directions between Atlanta Road and South Cobb Drive, causing major disruptions and delays for drivers in Cobb County and the west side of Atlanta. The Georgia Department of Transportation said the closure starts at 7 p.m. and will last until 5 a.m. Monda...
Civic leaders, speakers and guests gather for ISB Atlanta’s 25th anniversary gala on Oct. 10, 2026, at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis. The event celebrated the organization’s work fostering understanding across religious and cultural communities. (Photo by Gabi Hart.) " data-large-...
What’s you’ll find in this story: That dusty gift card might still be cash Don’t trash it: Your old gift cards could still pay The 5-year rule saving your gift card balance ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Forgotten gift cards often sit unused for years, and consumer protectio...
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - What if taking care of your health felt more like a retreat than a trip to the doctor’s office? That’s the idea behind Nutrition Nest , a new 25,000-square-foot wellness sanctuary tucked away on a sprawling 1,200-acre wooded estate in Douglasville. As th...
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A dead raccoon tested positive for rabies in DeKalb County on Friday. County officials said the raccoon was found in the Meadow Rock Drive area in unincorporated Stone Mountain. Anyone who has been bitten or scratched by an animal should seek m...
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - Today is National Mammography Day — a powerful reminder that early detection saves lives. Breast Cancer is one of the most common cancers among women, but when caught early through routine mammograms, it is highly treatable. Breast Cancer Survivor Tammy ...
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - Someone in the U.S. needs lifesaving blood every two seconds, and right now our local supply needs your help. The Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl is teaming up with the American Red Cross of Georgia for an October Blood Drive running all month long. David Epps wi...
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A Georgia law requiring parental consent for children under 16 to make a social media account is no longer blocked, according to Attorney General Chris Carr. SB 351 was passed by the General Assembly and signed by Gov. Brian Kemp in 2024. But N...
The iconic former Presidential Hotel, a landmark building near the Interstate 285/Interstate 85 junction in Doraville is about to undergo a $53 million makeover. The cylindrical, 14-story concrete hotel was built in the 1970s. Years later it became a Ramada Hotel that featured th...
Atlanta could break another record high Friday afternoon. But big changes are on the way for all of us in north Georgia this weekend. Severe Weather Team 2 Chief Meteorologist Brad Nitz says if Atlanta reaches 85 degrees today, it would be the fourth day in a row that it broke or...
This story is part of a series of interviews with Atlanta creatives about what it’s like to be working in Atlanta’s independent film scene and film industry at large. Click here to read more stories. Annie Davis never saw herself making superhero movies. Instead, from a young age...
See it all Friday, Oct. 16 — The Little 5 Points Halloween Festival & Parade ushers in spooky season this weekend with live music, an artists’ market, and some of the freakiest costumes you’ll ever see. For something a little less scary, check out Atlanta Streets Alive and the Hi...
ATLANTA, Ga. ( InvestigateTV ) - Family caregivers are considered the backbone of America’s long-term care system and experts say that backbone is breaking. About one in four adults in the country provide ongoing care for a loved one, sometimes at the expense of their own well-be...
Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out these events and activities happening around metro Atlanta.
Atlanta is eyeing its fourth straight day of record-setting warmth Friday afternoon before a powerful cold front sweeps in tonight, ushering in gusty winds and a sharp weekend chill....
A vehicle struck a male pedestrian at the intersection of Candler Road and Glenwood Road in DeKalb County on Thursday morning.
Family members of an Atlanta educator killed at Six Flags Over Georgia are urging the public to avoid contributing to online accounts claiming to raise money in his honor....
An Atlanta woman had $13,000 in savings stolen after someone broke into her senior apartment closet and took her safe.
Clark Atlanta University has been awarded nearly $10 million in federal funding to expand its science and technology programs, alongside several other HBCUs across the country, U.S. Sen. Raphael Warnock announced....
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - The man at the center of more than a decade of complaints over alleged unlicensed group homes in metro Atlanta is facing an allegation that he billed Medicaid for services a tenant says he never received. Atlanta News First Investigates has tra...
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — The NBA has six divisions, and five sent at least one team to the second round of last season’s playoffs. The exception: the Southeast Division. For the third consecutive year, none of the Southeast clubs — Atlanta, Charlotte, Miami, Orlando an...
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A Cherokee County man convicted of sexually abusing a child has been sentenced to life in prison, prosecutors said Thursday. The man is also accused of abusing several other children. On Oct. 1, 71-year-old Harold Duvall was found guilty of agg...
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - The new Street Fighter movie is in theaters Friday, October 16. Founder of Pay or Wait Sharronda Williams spoke to the cast about bringing the iconic video game to life! ATL Live is your home for food, fun and entertainment in Atlanta. As a product of At...
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - It’s Throwback Thursday! 90s Talk Show Live is heading to Austell with a special guest and hometown hero. It benefits support a nonprofit to help the youth dream above the influence! Executive Producer and show host Vee Carter joins ATL Live with details...
A Cobb County man faces multiple drug-related charges, including trafficking methamphetamine. According to court records, Shane Fielder Waddell was driving a blue Honda Civic with a temporary tag on it in Mableton. Officers determined he was driving on a suspended license and pul...
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A dead bat has tested positive for rabies, DeKalb County officials confirmed on Thursday. The bat was in the Echocliff Court area in unincorporated Atlanta. Anyone who has been bitten or scratched by an animal should seek medical attention imme...
Zoo Atlanta is giving fans another look at one of its newest residents, and this time, Ping Ping is showing off one of the traits that makes giant pandas unique. In a new video shared by the zoo, Ping Ping can be seen effortlessly chomping through bamboo. “When you’re a panda, li...
The free event is set for Oct. 28 at the Fulton County Government Center in Atlanta.
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen is celebrating 40 years with a lineup of exciting specials and ways for fans to join the celebration. Guests can enjoy new menu items, the return of fan-favorite dishes, and Fat Tuesdays every Tuesday throughout October. Plus, ...
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. That’s 13% of women. But there is also encouraging news: death rates from breast cancer have dropped by about 40% from the late 1990s through the early 2020s, thanks in la...
A feature-length documentary about Atlanta rapper Young Thug and the Georgia racketeering case against him is reportedly in the works for Netflix, with a release expected in 2027....
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - Atlanta’s number one hip-hop and anime festival is back — and bigger than ever! Atlanime Fest taking over Underground Atlanta this weekend. What started as a 25-person Trap Sushi party is now a 4-day festival celebrating anime, gaming, fashion, music, sp...
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - We’re getting into the Halloween spirit at Rewax and Unwine in Johns Creek! Darnella Gamble joined ATL Live to preview a spooky celebration, from creating your own spooky-scented candle to showing off your costume for a chance to win big. This is one par...
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - The clock is ticking, and Cinderella is getting ready for the ball! Atlanta Ballet 2 is bringing the beloved fairy tale to the historic Fox Theatre for just one weekend , October 16–17, marking Atlanta Ballet’s return to the venue for the first time sinc...
The Atlanta Hawks and State Farm Arena announced an upgrade to its network and wireless service with a multi-year partnership with Cisco. Cisco will serve as the arena’s technology partner and provide more secure and reliable network for fans and venue operators, according to the...
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - Looking for a scare with your fall getaway? Travel expert Adam Duckworth with Travelmation joined ATL Live with festive travel ideas. Close to home, Rhodes Hall ranks among Georgia’s most haunted spots, while Atlanta’s Ellis Hotel reports eerie guest exp...
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Hundreds of people and more than two dozen providers are expected at a Fulton County court system resource fair later this month. The 2026 Pretrial Services Resource Fair aims to provide assistance to those awaiting trial in the superior and st...
A Howard University graduate lost nearly $2,500 in a QR code scam after attempting to buy a bottle of water to support a vendor in Midtown Atlanta.
Rough Draft Atlanta is partnering with Community Farmers Markets to let you know what’s in season at your local market. Each week, we’ll share a list of ingredients that are farm fresh, along with a couple of recipes that include those products. Here’s what you’ll find in the way...
Dr. Sharon Goldman , the newly appointed regional director at the American Jewish Committee, is making Atlanta her home after living in Jerusalem for eight years. With a bachelor’s degree from Barnard College and a master’s and doctorate in political science from Yale University,...
CEO Andrew Cathy was asked about the Atlanta-based chain’s position on LGBTQ rights during an interview on NBC’s “Today."
A Fulton County judge ruled Johnathan Hamby is not competent to stand trial in the fatal stabbing of Ramon Harris.
Out On Film, Atlanta’s LGBTQ+ film festival, has announced its 2026 Audience, Jury, and Screenplay Award winners after the 11-day festival from Sept. 24 to Oct. 4. “La Bola Negra,” a film by Javier Calvo and Javier Ambrossi about three generations of men spanning pivotal moments ...
Angel Reese can laugh about it now. She wasn’t laughing when it happened. The scene was an Atlanta Dream practice, earlier this season. Dream coach Karl Smesko — who came to the WNBA after a college background based on getting teams to shoot layups, 3-pointers, free throws and no...
Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff and Republican Rep. Mike Collins traded fiery accusations during Tuesday's Georgia Senate debate in Atlanta.
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Advances in brain and hearing aid technology for the deaf and hard-of-hearing community have been made, but when it comes to interacting with others, the preference remains human interaction over artificial intelligence. More than 70 million Am...
Editor’s note: The video above is from the Atlanta News First town hall debate. ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A new InsiderAdvantage poll released after this week’s Georgia Public Broadcasting governor’s debate shows Rick Jackson with a slim lead over Keisha Lance Bottoms, ...
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Rawlings announced the 2026 Gold Glove Award finalists Wednesday, with four Atlanta Braves among those honored for defensive excellence at each position in each league. First baseman Matt Olson, pitcher Chris Sale, center fielder Michael Harris...
Continuing the celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Channel 2 Action News is taking a closer look at the latest Atlanta United Scarf design. The newest design was unveiled at the game this past weekend. Channel 2’s Jorge Estevez spoke to the artist behind the design about what...
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - Rapper and lyricist Papoose is on a mission to preserve the roots of hip-hop with his new music film, Bars on Wheels: A Journey to Save Hip Hop . Following a star-studded Atlanta premiere featuring Floyd Mayweather, Claressa Shields, and Lil Scrappy, the...
A Fulton County judge has ruled that the man accused of stabbing and killing someone on the Atlanta Beltline is not competent to stand trial. Johnathan Hamby, 54, is accused of stabbing 29-year-old Ramon Harris in the neck and killing him along the Beltline in August. Fulton Coun...
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - Looking for movies and tv shows to add to your watchlist this month? Founder of Pay or Wait Sharronda Williams joins ATL Live with her top picks: Sense & Sensibility The Diplomat Street Fighter Whalefall Love is Blind Season 11 ATL Live is your home for ...
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Georgia Tech football earned its first conference win of the season Saturday after beating reigning ACC champs Duke 28-25. RELATED: Georgia Tech hands Duke first loss, earns first ACC win Trelain Maddox rushed for 81 yards and three touchdowns,...
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - Rapper and lyricist Papoose is on a mission to preserve the roots of hip-hop with his new music film, Bars on Wheels: A Journey to Save Hip Hop. Following a star-studded Atlanta premiere featuring Floyd Mayweather, Claressa Shields, and Lil Scrappy, the ...
