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Inmate receives medical care after fight at DeKalb jail
A DeKalb County inmate required medical care following a fight at the county jail in August, according to officials.
Hundreds used e-bikes during FIFA World Cup in metro Atlanta city’s test pilot program
The City of Decatur announced over the summer that while the FIFA World Cup was in the metro Atlanta region, they would test pilot a new e-bike partnership program with Lime. On Friday, the results of that program were revealed, showing that hundreds of people had used Lime e-bik...
$1 Fantasy 5 ticket wins metro Atlanta player more than $530,000
A metro Atlanta resident won more than half-a-million dollars with a lucky Fantasy 5 drawing. The Georgia Lottery announced the $530,893 win on Thursday. The lottery said the player from McDonough pulled the lucky ticket while playing on the Georgia Lottery mobile app on Wednesda...
AGING BETTER: Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month | Podcast
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — September is Gynecologic & Ovarian Cancer Awareness month, and on this week’s episode of Aging Better, a local doctor who specializes in treating these diseases joined the conversation. According to the American Cancer Society, more than 21,000...
Regina Taylor heads to Spelman with one-woman show ‘Exhibit’ on Sept. 5
Golden Globe winner Regina Taylor is slated to close out the Atlanta Black Theatre Festival at Spelman College on Sept. 5 The festival, which runs from Sept. 3-5, will feature a plethora of theatrical work , including Taylor’s show “Exhibit.” Written and performed by Taylor, “Exh...
Delta employees’ kids could get extra $1,000 through new Trump Account benefit
Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines announced Wednesday that it would match contributions for Trump Accounts of its employees’ children. Delta was the second airline to make an announcement, in as many days, after American Airlines announced it would match the $1,000 contributions from...
Georgia Tech kicks off season amid college football controversy
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — The Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets kick off their season tonight against the Colorado Buffaloes in Atlanta. The Georgia Bulldogs open the season Saturday against the Tennessee State Tigers at Sanford Stadium. Both games are taking place on hot , b...
Poetry brunch returns for 20th year at Atlanta Black Pride Sept. 6
One of Atlanta Black Pride Weekend’s favorite traditions returns for its 20th year. The Poetry Slam and R&B Brunch will be held on Sunday, Sept. 6, at the Starling Midtown. This year’s brunch will be hosted by three-time Grammy-nominated spoken word artist Queen Sheba , and 10 po...
Hot again today with afternoon, pop-up storms
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Hot conditions continue across north Georgia today with heat index values near 100 degrees, and potentially reaching 105 degrees in areas under a heat advisory. The heat advisory is in effect again for northwest Georgia until 8 p.m. The advisor...
Fuel, food prices remain high into Labor Day weekend
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Everyday costs remain high as we head into Labor Day weekend, leaving some people with tough financial decisions to make. “I’ll be honest its hard,” said David Kirton, who lives in Lawrenceville. “I’m not gonna lie, it’s out the roof,” said Moe...
Runaways thought they were getting a ride, but they were trafficked instead
Two men have been sentenced to prison for trafficking four girls in 2019. Prosecutors say four girls ran away from a children’s residential facility in Bowdon in March 2019. That’s when they ran into Jeffery Cook, now 57. Cook offered to drive the girls to one of their sister’s h...
Atlanta denied nearly 3 out of 4 home damage claims since 2018, records show
Atlanta residents who say city operations damaged their homes face steep odds when seeking compensation from the city, according to records obtained by Channel 2 Action News Investigates . An analysis of city records found that of the 575 home damage claims filed with Atlanta sin...
Doctors say your kids don’t need an extra measles vaccine
Last week, Channel 2 Action News told you about a measles outbreak at a metro Atlanta childcare center . Pediatricians say ever since, they’ve been fielding a slew of calls from parents about protecting their kids. At Dr. Pip Spandorfer’s Focus Pediatrics office, they’re taking p...
Gilmer County man convicted of over 100 counts of sexual exploitation
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A Gilmer County man was sentenced to 40 years in prison for sexual exploitation of children, the DeKalb County District Attorney’s Office said. Ronald Richardson, 49, was found guilty of 118 counts of sexual exploitation of children. Richardson...
Atlanta high-rise residents say lack of air conditioning leaves apartments sweltering
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Residents of an Atlanta high-rise say they have been without air conditioning for two weeks, with temperatures inside some apartments reaching 94 degrees or higher. Marcia Jones, who lives at Bethel Towers, said one box fan is not enough to kee...
Man convicted of running drug ring from Georgia state prison, US attorney says
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A man has been sentenced to 30 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to running a drug ring from a Georgia state prison, the U.S. attorney for the Northern District of Georgia said. Ismael Guerrero-Moya, 51, ran a methamphetamine traffi...
‘Jackets All Access,’ Season 2, Ep. 1: Looking forward to Tech’s season opener against Colorado
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — In the season two premiere of ‘Jackets All Access,’ we turn our attention from the baseball diamond to the football field. Tech’s season will begin with a rare Thursday night home game against Deion Sanders and the Colorado Buffaloes. Tech beat...
Rescue accused of animal cruelty after pulling hundreds of dogs from metro shelters
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - An investigation into a multi-state animal rescue organization operating out of residential properties in Georgia and Tennessee has uncovered allegations of severe neglect, with animals found dead and dozens more living in filthy, hazard...
3rd suspect convicted in Carroll County human trafficking, child exploitation case
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Prosecutors said a third suspect in a Carroll County human trafficking and child exploitation case has been convicted on multiple charges. Jeffery Earl Cook, 57, was convicted Wednesday, Aug. 26, on two counts of trafficking of persons for sexu...
Renter Rights: What to Do When the A/C or Heat Stops Working
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) -When the air conditioning or heat goes out, renters should first check their lease and quickly notify their landlord or property manager. Georgia’s Safe at Home Act does not require every landlord to install air conditioning, but it does require...
KXNG Cosmetics Body Butter
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - Men, we’ve got to talk skincare! Because taking care of your skin isn’t just a woman’s game, and you don’t need a bathroom counter full of products to get started! On this Wellness Wednesday, ATL Live is making men’s grooming simple, practical, and maybe...
Family Secrets Unravel in ‘Purpose’ at the Alliance Theatre
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - A powerful production examining the complexities of legacy and faith is now playing in Atlanta. The play ’Purpose ’ follows the Jasper family, a prominent pillar of political and religious influence, as they gather for a long-overdue reunion. The careful...
Swing into Some Fun at Swing ATL
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - If you’re looking for a little friendly competition, Swing ATL is a must-visit in Fairburn. They’ve got a mini-golf course where you can grab your club, pick your team and see who’s got the best putt! If you’re in the Fairburn area, Grayson and Langston ...
Brett Ryder Performs on ATL Live
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - Right now, an Atlanta-based artist is getting worldwide attention. Brett Ryder was just recognized as Entertainer of the Year by the International Singer Songwriters Association . He’s currently a finalist in the global music competition, Hard Rock Risin...
U-Pick Season at BJ Reece Orchards
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - A fall-favorite activity returns to North Georgia! The U-Pick apple season is now underway at one of the area’s most popular orchards - BJ Reece Orchards ! ATL Live is your home for food, fun and entertainment in Atlanta. As a product of Atlanta News Fir...
September sizzle: Atlanta heat could feel like 103 degrees today
September is starting with a blast of midsummer heat across metro Atlanta, with temperatures expected to flirt with records over the next several days....
Multiagency death investigation underway in Meriwether County
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A massive multiagency death investigation is underway in Meriwether County early Wednesday. Dozens of deputies, officers and agents with the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) converged on an area around a hotel in Warm Springs, which is abo...
Near-record heat today; Storms return this weekend
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A dangerous heat situation is unfolding across north Georgia as a heat advisory takes effect for northwest portions of the region this afternoon, with near-record temperatures expected in Atlanta. A heat advisory is in effect for northwest Geor...
Family dispute leads to shooting on Griffin Street in NW Atlanta
One person was taken to the hospital after an overnight shooting at a home in northwest Atlanta.
DeKalb County to restart West College Avenue water main replacement
DeKalb County will resume construction on the West College Avenue water main replacement project in Decatur on Tuesday, Sept. 8.
Atlanta airport expects 2.3 million Labor Day passengers
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport expects 2.3 million passengers during the Labor Day travel period, marking a 1% increase over last year....
Georgia hospitals get $93M in federal aid, but rural leaders say it won’t be enough
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Hancock Memorial Hospital closed in 2001. Twenty-five years later, a healthcare CEO who grew up here says new federal money alone won’t fix what rural Georgia lost. Faris Flournoy, CEO of Flournoy Health Systems, grew up in Hancock County. He r...
Fox Theatre launches new content studio
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Atlanta’s historic Fox Theatre has opened a new backstage content studio to preserve the city’s artistic stories. The studio, built inside an old rehearsal space, gives the Fox a permanent place to record interviews, podcasts and videos with ar...
Atlanta records its hottest August in more than five years
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Afternoon highs were above 90 degrees for almost 80% of the month of August. The average high temperature for the month of August in Atlanta checked in just over 92 degrees, at 92.3 degrees. Almost 80% of days saw highs above 90 degrees, with 7...
Shrimp Three Ways for Labor Day
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - For Labor Day, we’re taking shrimp way beyond the basic boil! Travel Chef Shawn Osbey joins ATL Live to show us three flavor-packed, elevated ways to serve shrimp - perfect for your next backyard get-together or end-of-summer feast! ATL Live is your home...
Finding Peaceful Nights for Parents with Newborns
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - For so many new parents, a good night’s sleep is worth more than gold. But getting your little ones to sleep peacefully all night long can be one of their biggest challenges. Now, a mom of three is on a mission to help exhausted parents get the rest they...
3 Hall County deputies resign after being accused of misusing Flock cameras
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Three Hall County deputies have resigned after allegedly misusing the agency’s Flock camera system, according to the sheriff’s office. An ongoing audit of the department’s Flock automated license plate reader system found that Jason Orellana, T...
Woman sentenced for intentionally hitting, killing victim with rental car
A metro Atlanta woman was sentenced to life after prosecutors say she intentionally ran over and killed 53-year-old LaQuita Baker following an argument with the victim's daughter over a man....
Gwinnett County man granted $100K bond after 2003 child murder conviction vacated
(Editor’s note: The video above is from an earlier report.) ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - A man who has spent more than two decades in prison after being convicted of killing his infant son was granted bond Tuesday and may soon be getting out of jail. Danyel Smith was grant...
Atlanta woman sentenced to life for hitting, killing woman with rental car
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — An Atlanta woman convicted of killing another woman with a rental car was sentenced Tuesday to life in prison, prosecutors said. Talisha Moore-Real, 35, pleaded guilty in August to malice murder, felony murder, three counts of aggravated assaul...
Danish autism researcher pleads guilty to stealing more than $1M in CDC grant money
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A Danish autism researcher has pleaded guilty to stealing more than $1 million in grant money awarded by the Atlanta-based Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), according to federal prosecutors. Poul Thorsen, 65, had been wanted by ...
Atlanta’s legacy is still being written
Thirty years ago, I came to Atlanta with my mom for the 1996 Centennial Olympic Games. We watched baseball at the Atlanta–Fulton County Stadium, but my personal favorite was seeing the “Magnificent Seven” practice before gymnast Kerri Strug captured all of our hearts by sticking ...
New $139 million residential community planned for Sandy Springs
Two companies with international footprints are working together to bring almost 400 new residential units to metro Atlanta. Global real estate firm Kennedy Wilson has partnered with Shimizu Corporation to develop Caldwell, an approximately $139 million residential community in S...
Things to do in metro Atlanta, North Georgia | Sept. 4-6, 2026
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Spooky season: NETHERWORLD voting, Woodstock scarecrows, theater tours
Halloween may still be weeks away, but spooky season is already creeping into metro Atlanta with haunted houses, scarecrows and even a chance to hunt for ghosts inside one of the city's most famous landmarks....
From Brain Surgery Back to the Stage: Roots and Incubus Rocker Ben Kenney Talks Return to Music After Hearing Loss
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - Grammy-nominated musician Ben Kenney stopped by the ATL Live studio to talk with hosts Ava Braatz and Savannah Louie ahead of his upcoming concert. Kenney, widely recognized for his work as the bassist of rock group Incubus and guitarist for hip-hop grou...
Georgia officials urge caution ahead of busy Labor Day travel
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Labor Day marks one of the country’s busiest travel periods — which is why Georgia Department of Public Safety (DPS) leaders gathered Tuesday morning to share tips on how to navigate the roads. This year’s travel period is from 6 p.m. on Friday...
Heat, humidity to hold through Labor Day weekend
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — The summer heat isn’t backing down. If you have outdoor plans this week or are gearing up for the Labor Day holiday weekend, you’ll need to prepare for heat, high humidity, and a few isolated afternoon storms. Here is what you need to know to s...
Everything you need to know about Dragon Con 2026
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - The 40th annual Dragon Con will take over Downtown Atlanta starting Thursday! Thousands of fans from across the country and abroad are expected to attend this year’s convention. Here’s what you’ll need to know if you plan on joining them. What ...
2.3M expected at Atlanta airport during Labor Day travel
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — The Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is expected to see a slightly busier Labor Day travel period this year. From Wednesday, Sept. 2, through Wednesday, Sept. 9, the airport will host an estimated 2.3 million passengers. That’s ...
Georgia aquarium welcomes 2 new beluga whales
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — The Georgia Aquarium just welcomed two rescued male beluga whales to its habitat. Balor and Zephyr were transferred from the shuttered Marineland of Canada in Niagara Falls, Ontario. Balor, who is 10 years old and Zephyr is 7, were both born un...
Woman convicted in murder of Morgan Bauer to face sentencing
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A woman found guilty in the death of a 19-year-old South Dakota woman whose remains were found in metro Atlanta will be sentenced on Tuesday. On Monday, Katelyn Goble was found guilty of malice murder, felony murder, aggravated assault, conceal...
Dragon Con Parade: Where, when, route, spectator info, more
Dragon Con, the internationally known science fiction, fantasy, and gaming convention, returns to downtown Atlanta for Labor Day weekend, bringing with it some 60,000 pop culture fans. If you’re not attending the festival but still want to enjoy some of the activities, the Dragon...
Atlanta Dream playoff tickets on sale Tuesday
The Atlanta Dream have clinched a spot in the 2026 WNBA Playoffs and fans will have their first chance to purchase tickets on Tuesday. First and second-round playoff tickets go on sale at 10 a.m., according to a news release from the team. The Dream said the first two rounds of i...