On this day in 1955, the very first Waffle House opened its doors in Avondale Estates, Georgia. Founded by neighbors Joe Rogers Sr. and Tom Forkner, the diner became famous for being open 24/7 and serving up those iconic scattered, ...

United Airlines is expanding its winter flight schedule, rolling out new routes starting January 6, 2026. Among them is a fresh Houston-to-Atlanta connection, part of a broader push to boost domestic travel options during the busy holiday season. The airline ...

Metro Atlanta students are set to walk out of class today as part of a statewide protest against gun violence. The demonstrations come in response to a recent school shooting in Minneapolis that left two children dead and more than ...

Ciara has legally added husband Russell Wilson’s last name to her son Future Zahir’s name. The 11-year-old, whom Ciara shares with rapper Future, now carries both Wilburn and Wilson as part of his full legal name. Speculation sparked after Russell ...

Hip-hop fans can finally put the rumors to rest: Ice Spice and Latto have officially ended their rumored feud with the release of their highly-anticipated collaboration, “Gyatt.” The track, which dropped this week, celebrates confidence, empowerment, and camaraderie, signaling a ...

Looking for plans this weekend in metro Atlanta and North Georgia? Here’s a quick roundup: Festivals & Events: Panda Fest Atlanta – Sept. 5–7, Atlantic Station. Asian food, performances, and a lively market. Southeast Indie Fest – Sept. 6, Wild ...

Emory University’s new interim president, Leah Ward Sears, announced the university will close its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) offices and pause related programs. The move comes in response to federal laws and mandates that require changes in how higher ...

Italian fashion legend Giorgio Armani has passed away at the age of 91, his fashion house confirmed. Known for redefining elegance and creating the modern power suit, Armani built a multibillion-dollar empire spanning clothing, accessories, fragrances, home goods, and even ...

The conversation around snitching in hip-hop has Atlanta buzzing again — and somehow, 6ix9ine is back in the mix. The Brooklyn rapper, who skyrocketed to fame in 2018 with hits like “GUMMO” and “FEFE” with Nicki Minaj, saw his career ...

Lil Baby is ready to make waves this Friday, September 5, with the release of his long-awaited album The Leaks. Originally slated for mid-August, the 17-track project is packed with some of the industry’s biggest names. The feature list is ...