News for Metro Atlanta and Region
V-103’s Big Tigger responds after arrest on charges of aggravated battery
V-103 morning host Big Tigger was arrested on a charge of aggravated battery against his wife. He is now off the air but posted on Instagram that he denied all allegations.

After several rainy weeks, Georgia’s drought picture looks very different
Georgia's worst drought conditions have been alleviated, but state officials say more moisture is needed to erase long-term rainfall deficits.

Kemp appoints top ethics official, prosecutor to Fulton bench
Gov. Brian Kemp appointed three judges to the Fulton County Superior Court, including the state's top ethics official and a prosecutor from DA Fani Willis' office.
Congress passed an affordable housing package. What can it do for Georgia?
The 21st Century Road to Housing Act could be signed into law soon. Here is what stakeholders say could be the impact in Georgia.
2h agoRevolutionary War cannons found in river tell key moment in Georgia history
Cannons believed from British ships sunk during the 1779 Siege of Savannah are now on exhibit. They played a crucial part in the American Revolution without firing a shot.
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Work vans ‘are the target’: How police traffic stops can funnel drivers to ICE
“If you get a wild hair and want to snatch up some folks just let me know,” one officer messaged a colleague on the day he partnered with federal immigration agents.
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Experts examine weather on night of fatal Georgia wedding helicopter crash
Experts weigh in on a preliminary NTSB report indicating potential bad weather the night of a helicopter crash that killed the pilot and a groom hours after his wedding.
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FBI alleges man recorded boys in Georgia bathrooms. Now it’s seeking victims.
A man described as a freelance photographer is believed to have targeted boys by recording them in public restrooms around North Georgia, the FBI says.

2-year-old dies after apparent drowning at Roswell apartment pool, police say
The boy died Monday after officials responded to a reported drowning the previous evening at a Roswell apartment complex swimming pool, officials said.
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Peachtree Road Race updates: Final stretch
In this week's Peachtree newsletter: race week prep, runner-approved routes, Atlanta Track Club updates and more.

2-year-old dies after apparent drowning at Roswell apartment pool, police say
The boy died Monday after officials responded to a reported drowning the previous evening at a Roswell apartment complex swimming pool, officials said.

‘Like eight Super Bowls’: World Cup events have doubled MARTA ridership
Between matches and the Fan Festival celebrations that have been held nearly every day since June 11, MARTA has tallied nearly 1.7 million total trips.

Fiery crash between tractor-trailer, CSX train disrupts SW Atlanta
The crash site was between the West End and Oakland City MARTA stations, causing rail service to shut down.
Atlanta airport prepares for a July Fourth travel surge. Get there early.
The Fourth of July weekend is one of the busier travel periods of the year.
Federal government could sell ‘money pits’ in Atlanta, Savannah and Athens
Known as the Public Buildings Reform Board, the group Thursday unveiled efforts to vacate some federal buildings, including one in Atlanta, in hopes of finding buyers.

Are cars getting too big for Atlanta’s parking lots?
For many buyers, SUVs have replaced the compact sedan or minivan because the broad SUV segment meets a wide range of needs and comes in various sizes.

What was in the BioLab fire plume? Georgia Tech study has some answers.
The September 2024 fire at BioLab in Conyers spurred evacuations, weekslong overnight shelter-in-place orders, closed roads and led many to seek medical attention.

Fun Spot America in Fayetteville shutting down after 36 years
The quirky theme park Fun Spot America Atlanta in Fayetteville is shutting down in August after 36 years of existence.

Top Coca-Cola leader in its largest market to depart role
A longtime Coca-Cola leader will leave her role overseeing the company’s North American business.






