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Braves’ 7-game win streak snapped by Giants
ATLANTA (AP) — Rafael Devers hit his 30th home run of the season and rookie Turner Hill had a two-run double as the San Francisco Giants snapped the Atlanta Braves’ seven-game winning streak with a 7-3 win Monday night. Anthony Molina (2-0), who was traded from the Braves to the ...
Multiple winning lottery tickets sold in north Georgia over the weekend
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Multiple winning lottery tickets were sold in north Georgia this weekend, along with others throughout the state. A Quick Win player hit a $91,407 jackpot playing Triple Win Quick Win on Saturday in Powder Springs; an Acworth resident won $52,5...
Report: Kyle Farmer, pitching prospect to be called up to Braves when rosters expand
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - The Atlanta Braves are expected to add veteran infielder Kyle Farmer and pitching prospect Blake Burkhalter when rosters expand Tuesday, according to reports. Farmer and Burkhalter were in Atlanta’s clubhouse before Monday’s game against the Sa...
4 Dream players set to represent 3 countries at FIBA Women’s World Cup
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — The 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup kicks off Sept. 4 in Berlin, Germany, bringing the WNBA to a halt for two weeks. The fourth-place Atlanta Dream will have four players representing three countries in Germany. Sika Koné (Mali) Mali has...
Tropical Storm Edouard forms in the Gulf
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Tropical Storm Edouard has formed in the Gulf of Mexico and now has maximum sustained winds of 40 mph. Where it stands right now As of the 8 p.m. advisory, the system was located about 130 miles southeast of Cameron, Louisiana, and roughly 175 ...
Here is your guide to metro Atlanta road projects this week
Metro Atlanta drivers face multiple major road projects, bridge repairs, and holiday lane closure suspensions starting Tuesday.
Georgia Tech to kick off season with rare Thursday night game at Bobby Dodd Stadium
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) —Georgia Tech will open the 2026 college football season Thursday night against Deion Sanders and Colorado at Bobby Dodd Stadium. It will be the 30th Thursday night game in the stadium’s history. Players said they are looking forward to the atmos...
New Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta CEO begins, announces expansion
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — The new leader of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta officially began his role this week. Dr. Patrick Frias was recently named CEO of the pediatric health care provider. In addition to leading the organization, Frias will oversee its “More Than P...
Verdict reached in trial for co-defendant in Morgan Bauer death case
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A verdict has been reached in the trial of a woman believed to be involved in the 2016 disappearance and murder of a woman whose remains were found in Georgia. Katelyn Goble was found guilty of malice murder, felony murder, aggravated assault, ...
Atlanta Gladiators Back with New Look
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - Pro hockey is back in the ATL with a fresh new look and a nod to team history. The Atlanta Gladiators are gearing up for an exciting season at Gas South Arena, and they are bringing their brand-new threads to the studio. The Gladiators’ Home Opener takes...
4 Common Myths for Heartworm Disease
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - As we close out National Dog Month, Dr. Rennia Wint with Just for Pets Animal Hospital joins ATL Live to share some of the myths about heartworm disease and the importance of prevention for your pet. ATL Live is your home for food, fun and entertainment ...
Blake Kennedy Stars in ‘Onslaught’
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - Onslaught is a new horror-action film by A24 that tells the story of an army sniper who must protect her young daughter when genetically engineered super soldiers break loose in the dessert. Blake Kennedy joins ATL Live to share her role as “Daisy” in th...
Music Monday with DJ Calypso
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - DJ Calypso brings the hottest beats to ATL Live on Music Monday! ATL Live is your home for food, fun and entertainment in Atlanta. As a product of Atlanta News First, ATL Live features live and taped segments with guests, some of which may be sponsored. ...
Atlanta News First to host gubernatorial town hall debate between Keisha Lance Bottoms, Rick Jackson
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Atlanta News First announced today that it will host an exclusive, live gubernatorial town hall debate between Rick Jackson (R) and Keisha Lance Bottoms (D) on Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026, at 8 p.m. The one-hour debate will broadcast live from Assemb...
Top Perfumer Competition
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - Think you’ve got a nose for fragrance? Well, Atlanta is putting those skills to the test! A brand-new competition is turning everyday perfume lovers into contestants, with no experience required! The Top Perfumer Competition brings a game-show-style batt...
National Make-A-Will Month
ATLANTA, Ga. (ATL Live) - Celebrities may look like they have it all, but despite their fame and fortune, they make mistakes just like we do, especially with their estate plans. August is National Make-A-Will Month, and Financial Professional Abby Reed joins ATL Live to share est...
Who Brought the Crowds Out?
What does it take to bring Atlantans out by the thousands? Sometimes the answer is obvious. A famous face, a historic occasion, a celebration, or simply the chance to witness something you may never see again. Over the years, Atlanta has produced some remarkable crowds, gathering...
Metro Atlanta rapper who ran check fraud scheme, sold online ‘fraud tutorials’ sentenced to prison
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A metro Atlanta rapper was sentenced to six years in federal prison for running a scheme that involved $6.5 million in stolen checks and online “fraud tutorials,” prosecutors announced Monday. Shamarri Brooks, also known as Juney Knotzz, stole ...
Heat settles back over north Georgia this week
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — North Georgia is settling into a hot, mostly dry stretch as high pressure takes firm control of the pattern through the middle of the week. A stray chance at showers or storms returns as we approach the Labor Day weekend. Hot and Dry Through We...