Health officials are investigating a growing Salmonella outbreak tied to contaminated jalapeño peppers that has sickened 345 people across 27 states, sending 36 people to the hospital. The outbreak has been linked to jalapeños served at several Mexican-style restaurants, including ...

Atlanta social media influencer Shamar McCoy was taken into custody by Atlanta police after officers discovered an active battery warrant while responding to a hit-and-run crash in Midtown. Authorities say the arrest happened after officers identified McCoy as a passenger ...

Applying to college in Georgia just got a little easier—and more students are taking notice. Several Georgia universities, including the University of Georgia (UGA), have removed supplemental essay requirements from their admissions process, a move designed to simplify applications while ...

Lottery fever is reaching new heights across the country after Wednesday night’s Powerball drawing ended without a jackpot winner, pushing the estimated grand prize to $856 million for the next drawing on Saturday, August 8. (Our Midland) The winning numbers ...

Atlanta, GA – August 5, 2026 — Streetz 94 5, in partnership with Tommy’s Express Car Wash, and A Grandmother’s Love, Inc, A Nonprofit Organization, is proud to announce the successful conclusion of the Summer Reading Rush initiative. The six-week promotional program was designed ...

Marvel’s newest Spider-Man film is proving to be one of the biggest movie successes of the year, drawing massive crowds to theaters and delivering an impressive opening at the global box office. The latest installment has quickly become a fan ...

Future may not be slowing down anytime soon. Shortly after releasing his latest album, The Real Me, the Atlanta rap star appears to be teasing another project for his fans. The rapper recently shared a message on Instagram thanking supporters ...

The 2026-27 school year is officially underway across Metro Atlanta and North Georgia, with thousands of students returning to classrooms Monday as districts roll out new academic initiatives, updated safety measures, and stricter classroom policies. Atlanta Public Schools (APS) welcomed ...

Atlanta’s iconic ONE Musicfest will not take place in 2026, as organizers have announced the festival is taking a one-year hiatus with plans to return in 2027 with a reimagined experience. The announcement ends the festival’s uninterrupted 16-year run as ...

Georgia is among at least seven states reporting cyberattacks aimed at critical water infrastructure, according to federal officials and ABC News. The attacks have raised concerns about the security of public utilities, though authorities say there is currently no evidence ...