Midtown Streets Shut for G20, Halloween, Football Game
Midtown Atlanta streets were closed on Oct. 31, 2026 for the G20 foreign ministers meeting, Halloween festivities and a Georgia‑Florida football game, causing heavy traffic.
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Georgia Farmers' Suicide Rates Climb Amid Debt and Isolation
Georgia farmers are experiencing higher suicide rates due to financial strain, debt and isolation, prompting more focus on mental health.
Cool, Breezy Halloween Forecast for Atlanta
Atlanta will experience cooler, breezy weather with mostly cloudy skies and a chance of rain on Halloween.
Atlanta Prepares for Busy Sports, Halloween, G20 Weekend
Thousands will converge on downtown Atlanta for football, the WNBA Finals, Halloween events and a G20 foreign ministers meeting over the weekend.
Delta Flight Makes Emergency Landing Over Smoke Odor
A Delta flight landed safely in Atlanta after crew detected smoke odor, with fire crews responding on the runway.
Six Sentenced for Fatal Fake Uber Eats Robberies
Six defendants received prison sentences after pleading guilty to robberies that killed three men, one involving a fake Uber Eats delivery, in Fulton County, Georgia.
Atlanta Police Find Missing 9-Year-Old
The Atlanta Police Department found a missing 9-year-old child safe after a citywide search on October 31, 2026.
Georgia Man Sentenced to 25 Years for Meth Trafficking
A jury convicted a Georgia man of trafficking over 400 grams of meth, resulting in a 25‑year prison sentence.
Hundreds Walk at Piedmont Park, Raising $570K for Alzheimer’s
The Annual Walk to End Alzheimer’s at Piedmont Park raised over $570,000, with hundreds attending.
Georgia Begins Early Voting on Oct. 13 Ahead of November Election
Georgia started early voting on Oct. 13, 2026, allowing residents to vote ahead of the November election.
Stone Mountain Teen Arrested in Fatal Shooting
An 18-year-old from Stone Mountain was arrested after a shooting that killed another teen, amid a recent fatal shooting involving two youths in the suburb.
Georgia Waterways Found Contaminated with PFAS, Study Shows
A 2026 study by Environment America’s Georgia Research & Policy Center and Frontier Group found PFAS in Georgia’s lakes, rivers and streams, joining 40 other states where the chemicals have been detected and are linked to health risks.
Crashes Disrupt I-20 and I-285 Traffic
Early Friday morning crashes blocked traffic on I-20 and I-285, key commuter routes in Atlanta.
US Skips G20 Photo Over Diplomatic Dispute
The United States declined to take part in a G20 group photo in Atlanta due to deep diplomatic disagreements, highlighting rifts that include Russia and China.
Georgia Troopers Authorized to Accept Digital Driver’s Licenses
Georgia state troopers can now accept digital driver’s licenses and other digital IDs, with the Department of Safety confirming they can verify identities via mobile devices.
Man Charged with 100 Child Exploitation Counts After Cyber Tip
A man in north Georgia was arrested and charged with 100 child exploitation offenses after deputies acted on an online tip. He remains detained without bond.
Georgians Break Early Voting Record on Final Day
Early voting in Georgia reached a new peak on the final day, beating the 2022 record. Voters had until Friday night to submit their ballots before the Tuesday election.
Georgia Lawmakers Pass Bill for Permanent Daylight Saving Time
Georgia lawmakers passed a bill to adopt permanent daylight saving time, pending congressional approval.
Superintendent says No Floor Plans Accessed, Warrants Issued in Shooting Plot
The superintendent clarified that Cherokee High School’s floor plans were not accessed and announced warrants for three suspects accused of planning a school shooting.
Driver Leads Deputies on Chase Through Atlanta Walmart and Lowe’s Parking Lots
A speeding driver attempted to flee Georgia deputies, leading to a chase across Walmart and Lowe’s parking lots in Atlanta on Oct. 30, 2026, endangering pedestrians. The sheriff’s office warned of the public safety hazards posed by high‑speed pursuits in crowded retail areas.
