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Michelin launched its inaugural "American South" restaurant guide, highlighting Atlanta as a premier dining hub. The guide features eight one-star restaurants in Atlanta, alongside seven new "Recommended" spots, enhancing the city's culinary landscape. Overall, the guide includes 228 restaurants across the South, aiming to promote multi-stop dining road trips.
Sen. Raphael Warnock criticized the Trump administration for delaying Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) payments amid the ongoing government shutdown. Warnock stated that the funding pause adversely affects 1.4 million Georgians who rely on these benefits. The Trump administration announced partial funding for SNAP after judicial rulings, but uncertainty remains regarding the timeline for complete restoration.
An Atlanta teacher warned of a scam involving young "water boys" after an attempt to charge her $500 through Cash App. JaTawn Robinson encountered the group while driving and was initially approached for a cashless transaction, which led to a declined payment notification. Local police have reported similar scams and advise caution when interacting with solicitors at intersections.
Georgia voters will head to the polls on Election Day 2025, focusing on two statewide races that may impact electricity prices. With no national contests, turnout will provide insights into the state's political dynamics amidst rising electricity costs and voter frustrations over government issues.
Spelman College received a $38 million unrestricted donation from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott, one of the largest in its history. The college plans to use the funds to enhance financial aid and upgrade its technology infrastructure.
Atlanta's Beltline hosted the Howl-O-Weekend Doggie Crawl, where dogs in costumes enjoyed trick-or-treating and dining at local restaurants. The event, organized by BiteLines Atlanta Food Tours, featured a "Best Dressed Doggie" contest and benefited Furkids Atlanta and the Atlanta Humane Society. Each participant received a swag bag filled with treats.
A power outage at Briar Park 55-plus Apartments in Atlanta trapped several residents, raising concerns about the lack of a generator and emergency plan. Wheelchair-bound seniors reported being stuck in the lobby for nearly three hours as staff left at their usual quitting time. Residents and families demand improved safety protocols to protect vulnerable individuals in the facility.
A 23-year-old man was shot Thursday afternoon in Atlanta, prompting an investigation by police. The suspect fled the scene with a child in a vehicle, but authorities later recovered the child unharmed. The suspect remains at large, and the motive for the shooting is still unclear.
A police officer in Atlanta crashed into a home on James P. Brawley Drive NW on Monday evening, igniting both the patrol vehicle and part of the house. Witnesses helped rescue Officer Malik Safi, who remains hospitalized with serious injuries. Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash, which occurred while the officer was responding to a call for assistance.
A Buckhead family demands accountability after off-duty officer Linton Blackwell was shot and killed outside a bar on October 12. Blackwell allegedly brandished a firearm before the officer fired multiple shots, striking him in the back. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is conducting an active investigation into the incident.