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Atlanta Police investigate fatal shooting at Beltline townhomes
Police are investigating this incident. ATLANTA — Atlanta Police are investigating after a shooting left one man dead at an apartment complex Thursday afternoon. Police said officers were called to a location at Skylar at Hill Street townhomes...

Atlanta News First launches new college football pre-, post-game shows featuring former UGA star Jake Fromm
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Atlanta News First is launching two new college football shows this fall. Titled “ANF Gametime” and “ANF Overtime,” former Georgia quarterback Jake Fromm will join Atlanta News First Sports Director Baillie...

Self-driving taxis come to Atlanta
It’s hard to keep them all straight Waymo has an early lead in self-driving taxis in the U.S. The company has the most vehicles on the road (more than 1,500) and the most service areas (five — Los Angeles, Phoenix, San Francisco, Atlanta and...

Atlanta Braves Trade Deadline: Mock Trades for Raisel Iglesias
With the MLB Trade Deadline heating up, we take a look at some possible trades involving Atlanta Braves closer Raisel Iglesias. Author: wtsp.com Published: 10:36 PM EDT July 24, 2025 Updated: 10:36 PM EDT July 24, 2025

Atlanta Falcons Training Camp IGNITES! Offensive Fireworks and Injury Concerns on Day 1
Atlanta Falcons' first day of training camp sets the stage for an electrifying season as Kyle Pitts and Michael Penix shine, sparking hopes for a high-octane offense Author: wtsp.com Published: 6:57 PM EDT July 24, 2025 Updated: 6:57 PM EDT July...

Jury finds man guilty of killing 17-year-old in 2022 Atlanta shooting
“A 17-year-old child was senselessly murdered, and witnesses were fearful simply for telling the truth,” the DA said. According to the Fulton County District Attorney's Office, a judge sentenced Roddrick Teasley to life in prison plus five years....

1 dead, 5 injured in shooting at SE Atlanta park, police say
ExploreMother charged after boy, 5, fatally shot by twin brother in DeKalb, police sayPolice were also dispatched to nearby Mt. Zion Road, where they found three more gunshot victims. All were taken to a hospital, including one who is in critical...

Atlanta News First at 7: Gainesville man charged in ‘brutal killing’ of disabled neighbor, police say
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - A Gainesville man has been accused of murdering his 64-year-old disabled neighbor last year. Police say 21-year-old Logan Ryan Plumley killed his wheelchair-bound neighbor in November. Man shot to death at...

Metro Atlanta back-to-school supply events | Full list
Here's a look at back-to-school events happening in your area ahead of the new school year. ATLANTA — With the new school year fast approaching, back-to-school events are in full swing across metro Atlanta. Here's a look at fun events happening to...

Arcade games, drink flights and a playground—yes, for grown-ups
Looking for a fun night out in Atlanta? I checked out Your 3rd Spot in West Midtown—and here’s why I’ll be back. ATLANTA — Whether you're planning a birthday, date night or just need a new hangout, Your 3rd Spot might be Atlanta’s best-kept secret...
Atlanta United season-ticket prices increase for 2026
Atlanta United A team official says several pricing options were considered and the organization is making ‘our lowest blended price increase since the pandemic.’ Credit: Miguel Martinez-Jimenez After the game, a young Atlanta United fan...

18-year-old killed in SE Atlanta park shooting identified; 5 others injured
Investigators are trying to figure out what led up to the violence at a southeast Atlanta park that left a 17-year-old dead and five others hospitalized. ATLANTA - One teenager is dead and multiple people are injured after a series of shootings...

I-75 S reopens in SW Atlanta after chlorine spill
ATLANTA — A crash on Interstate 75 southbound at Cleveland Avenue in southwest Atlanta shut down all lanes for several hours, but it is now reopen. Atlanta Fire Rescue Department responded to a chlorine spill from an overturned truck at 11:45 p.m....

Man found shot multiple times in downtown Atlanta, investigation ongoing
Police are investigating a shooting in downtown Atlanta. (FOX 5) ATLANTA - Atlanta police are searching for a gunman after a man was found with multiple gunshot wounds in downtown Atlanta. The victim was found on Broad Street, a block away from...

Applications surge as more students strive for Atlanta HBCUs
How are HBCU college graduates feeling about the world they’re entering? Credits: AJC | Spelman College | Morehouse College | Clark Atlanta University Breeden is among the thousands of Black students nationally who are increasingly turning toward...

BE, CofC alum Daniel Brooks signs with Atlanta Braves
ATLANTA, Ga. – College of Charleston pitcherDaniel Brookshas signed as an undrafted free agent with the Atlanta Braves. Brooks had a career season at The College, posting a 6-4 record with a 4.44 ERA across 17 appearances and 14 starts. The righty...

Seven years after wooing Norfolk Southern, Atlanta may lose its HQ in merger
Business The question of what a merger could mean is causing ‘a lot of anxiety and concern’ for employees, one union leader said. Credit: arvin.temkar@ajc.com A trainee at the Norfolk Southern Training Center in McDonough on Friday, March 7, 2025....

I-75 S shut down in SW Atlanta; I-85 N in south Atlanta also shut down
ATLANTA — A crash on Interstate 75 southbound at Cleveland Avenue in southwest Atlanta has shut down all lanes. The lanes have been shut down since just before 10:30 p.m. Thursday, according to Georgia Department of Transportation’s 511GA. The...

This Atlanta Braves prospect, Futures Game starter nears big leagues
Two Sundays ago, Atlanta Braves pitching prospect JR Ritchie had flown home to Seattle for a few days rest. The right-hander deserved it, after a stellar first half at two levels in the minor leagues and then starting the Futures Game at Truist...

I-75 S reopens in SW Atlanta after chlorine spill
ATLANTA — A crash on Interstate 75 southbound at Cleveland Avenue in southwest Atlanta shut down all lanes for several hours, but it is now reopen. Atlanta Fire Rescue Department responded to a chlorine spill from an overturned truck at 11:45 p.m....