Two Atlanta Executives Plead Guilty to $1 Million Stock Scheme
Two Atlanta executives admitted guilt to a $1 million pump‑and‑dump fraud that used hacked brokerage accounts to inflate stock prices before selling.
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Georgia Requests Federal Waiver for ACA Assistance Program
Georgia has asked the federal government for a waiver to fund a new assistance program for ACA enrollees, extending its reinsurance program amid rising health insurance premiums.
Atlanta Police Investigate Southwest Shooting Near Elementary School
A single shot injured one person near an elementary school in southwest Atlanta, prompting a police investigation.
Ivester Foundation Gives $90K Grant to Northeast Georgia History Center
The Ivester Foundation granted $90,000 to the Northeast Georgia History Center to fund educational upgrades and program enhancements.
Police Investigate Southeast Atlanta Shooting After School Lockdown
Police are probing a southeast Atlanta shooting that caused a brief school lockdown, now lifted. The lockdown followed standard APS safety procedures for violent events.
Gwinnett County Board Approves New School Naming Policies
The Gwinnett County Board of Education adopted new naming policies for school buildings and facilities, updating guidelines for the state's largest district.
Police Seek Suspects in Southwest Atlanta Beating and Carjacking
Police are seeking the armed individuals who beat a man and took his car in southwest Atlanta, linking the case to a recent violent robbery investigation.
Atlanta City Council Approves Microbrewery in Capitol View
The city council approved a microbrewery plan for Capitol View on Oct. 27, 2026, supporting ongoing neighborhood development.
Atlanta Powerball Winners Claim $1 Million and $50 Thousand
Two Georgia Powerball players won $1 million and $50 thousand on October 25, 2026 after purchasing winning tickets.
Groundbreaking Begins New Beltline Segment in Buckhead
Officials broke ground on a new Beltline segment in Buckhead on Oct. 27, 2026, expanding the citywide network of trails, parks and transit.
Rain Expected Sunday in North Georgia After Halloween
Rain probabilities increase for the weekend, with Sunday wetter than Saturday after a dry stretch through Friday.
Nigerian Citizen Extradited to Atlanta on $100 Million Tax Fraud Charge
A Nigerian citizen was extradited from Benin and arraigned in Atlanta on federal charges linked to an alleged $100 million stolen‑identity tax fraud scheme. The case involves a cross‑border identity theft operation that caused the large financial loss.
Atlanta Ranks 32nd in U.S. Pedestrian Deaths, Study Shows
A joint Smart Growth America and GDOT study placed Atlanta 32nd among U.S. cities for pedestrian deaths and Georgia ninth nationwide, prompting safety design suggestions.
CDC Deputy Director Resigns After Six-Month Tenure
The CDC’s deputy director is resigning after six months, the agency confirmed.
Demolition Begins at Former Elleven45 Lounge in Buckhead
Demolition of the former Elleven45 Lounge began on October 27, 2026, after a 2024 Mother’s Day shooting at the site killed two and injured four.
Man Shot During Vehicle Break-In on New Jersey Avenue
Police responded to a vehicle break‑in on New Jersey Avenue where a man was shot, and later found bullet damage on multiple cars.
Atlanta Beltline Breaks Ground on Northwest Trail Segment 2A
Atlanta Beltline began construction on the 0.3‑mile Northwest Trail Segment 2A on October 22, 2026, advancing the effort to finish the 22‑mile loop by 2030.
Woman Charged in Child Death on Atlanta's Cardinal Drive
A woman has been charged after a child died on Atlanta's Cardinal Drive, and police are investigating the case.
Court Papers Claim Officer’s Camera Was Off During Donkey Shooting
Court documents assert that the officer who fatally shot a donkey in August 2026 did not have his body camera on, a detail now part of an ongoing lawsuit.
Two Men Charged in Atlanta Copper Wire Apartment Break-Ins
Two men were charged for breaking into an Atlanta apartment complex to steal copper wire, adding to recent similar thefts in the area.
