<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title><![CDATA[Atlanta - Newslocker]]></title><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/</link><atom:link rel="self" href="https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/rss/1000/" /><atom:link rel="hub" href="http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com" /><description><![CDATA[Find your latest news about Atlanta with just one click. Don't miss out on anything happening in your region!]]></description><language>en-us</language><copyright>Copyright (C) 2026 newslocker.com</copyright><lastBuildDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:29:00 +0200</lastBuildDate><item><title><![CDATA[New I-20 westbound ramp system opens to improve traffic flow in Atlanta]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you drive through the east or west sides of the I-285 and I-20 interchange this week, big changes are here that could reshape how traffic flows through one of metro Atlanta's busiest corridors.The Georgia Department of Transportation says a new dedicated connecting lane system on I-20 westbound at the I-285 interchange opened Thursday morning.&nbsp;The new configuration will direct westbound I-20 drivers into barrier-separated lanes that lead directly to I-285 northbound, I-285 southbound, an]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/new-i-20-westbound-ramp-system-opens-to-improve-traffic-flow-in-atlanta/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/new-i-20-westbound-ramp-system-opens-to-improve-traffic-flow-in-atlanta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ATL Spoke debuts as Atlanta's first autonomous shuttle, connecting West End MARTA to Beltline]]></title><description><![CDATA[You can now hop on Atlanta's first self-driving public transit shuttle.ATL Spoke soft-launched along the Southwest Beltline, giving riders their first chance to try the free service before its official launch Friday.The autonomous shuttles will provide free rides between the West End MARTA Station and the Southwest Beltline near Lee + White.It's a route creators say helps solve a "last mile" transportation challenge for people trying to access restaurants, stores, and entertainment without drivi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atl-spoke-debuts-as-atlantas-first-autonomous-shuttle-connecting-west-end-marta-to-beltline/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atl-spoke-debuts-as-atlantas-first-autonomous-shuttle-connecting-west-end-marta-to-beltline/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA["Beyond the Gates" and "The Young and the Restless" stars film historic crossover episode in Atlanta]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's rare to see crossovers on television, especially when it comes to daytime dramas. However, starting on June 9, CBS's powerhouse soaps, "Beyond the Gates" and "The Young and the Restless," will collide in what the network is calling the sweeping multi-episode "landmark event." "So here we are again breaking the glass ceiling," actress Tamara Tunie, who plays Anita Dupree on "Beyond the Gates," said. "I believe that it is one of the most exciting experiences of this shooting season," actor Cl]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/beyond-the-gates-and-the-young-and-the-restless-stars-film-historic-crossover-episode-in-atlanta/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 14:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/beyond-the-gates-and-the-young-and-the-restless-stars-film-historic-crossover-episode-in-atlanta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta weather: Sunny skies, rising heat, and a shift toward rain by Sunday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Metro Atlanta is in for several more days of dry, sunny, and comfortable weather thanks to a strong area of high pressure dominating the Southeast. Temperatures will gradually warm from the 70s into the 80s through the weekend, with only a slight increase in humidity as winds shift from the south. Rain chances hold off through Saturday, making it the best day for outdoor plans, before showers and storms begin returning by Sunday and continue into early next week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-weather-sunny-skies-rising-heat-and-a-shift-toward-rain-by-sunday/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 14:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-weather-sunny-skies-rising-heat-and-a-shift-toward-rain-by-sunday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[“Beyond the gates” meets “The Young and the Restless” in first-ever CBS soap crossover event]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's rare to see crossovers on television, especially when it comes to daytime dramas. However, starting on June 9, CBS's powerhouse soaps, "Beyond the Gates" and "The Young and the Restless," will collide in what the network is calling the sweeping multi-episode "landmark event."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/beyond-the-gates-meets-the-young-and-the-restless-in-first-ever-cbs-soap-crossover-event/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 14:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/beyond-the-gates-meets-the-young-and-the-restless-in-first-ever-cbs-soap-crossover-event/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump administration opens safety probe into MARTA following violent attacks in metro Atlanta]]></title><description><![CDATA[The federal government wants answers about safety on Atlanta's transit system, and MARTA has 15 days to provide them.U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy on Thursday directed the Federal Transit Administration to launch a formal investigation into MARTA, scrutinizing the agency's security spending, safety protocols and risks to riders and workers. The investigation comes after two violent attacks on MARTA property in a single week, including the fatal stabbing of a 66-year-old woman aboar]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/trump-administration-opens-safety-probe-into-marta-following-violent-attacks-in-metro-atlanta/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 14:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/trump-administration-opens-safety-probe-into-marta-following-violent-attacks-in-metro-atlanta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman shot during attempted robbery in Northwest Atlanta, police say]]></title><description><![CDATA[An Atlanta woman was hospitalized Tuesday night after police say she was shot during what investigators believe may have been an attempted robbery on the city's west side.According to the Atlanta Police Department, officers responded around 9:45 p.m. to a report of a person shot at 902 Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway NW.When officers arrived, they found a woman suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. Police said the victim was alert, conscious and breathing when first responders arrived.The woman]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/woman-shot-during-attempted-robbery-in-northwest-atlanta-police-say/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/woman-shot-during-attempted-robbery-in-northwest-atlanta-police-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta's first driverless shuttle is here: Free rides connect MARTA to the BeltLine]]></title><description><![CDATA[Atlanta residents are getting their first look at ATL Spoke, the city's first self-driving public transit shuttle. The free autonomous service connects the West End MARTA Station to the Southwest BeltLine near Lee + White, helping riders reach restaurants, shops and entertainment without a car. Here's how the driverless shuttle works and what riders are saying ahead of its official launch.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlantas-first-driverless-shuttle-is-here-free-rides-connect-marta-to-the-beltline/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlantas-first-driverless-shuttle-is-here-free-rides-connect-marta-to-the-beltline/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia museum receives 17 Revolutionary War cannons discovered beneath Savannah River]]></title><description><![CDATA[A museum in Georgia's oldest city on Wednesday welcomed a truckload of treasures from the earliest period of U.S. history &mdash; 17 cannons that experts believe sank to the bottom of the Savannah River during the American Revolution and remained undiscovered for nearly 240 years.Workers carefully hoisted the big guns one-by-one from the back of a truck and wheeled them inside their new home at the Savannah History Museum, which will put them on display just in time for the Fourth of July celebr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-museum-receives-17-revolutionary-war-cannons-discovered-beneath-savannah-river/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 12:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-museum-receives-17-revolutionary-war-cannons-discovered-beneath-savannah-river/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NEXT weather update: Sunny start to the weekend, showers return by Sunday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Meteorologist Orelon Sidney breaks down a pleasant forecast with sunshine and low humidity to kick off the weekend before Atlantic moisture brings showers and storms back on Sunday. Expect highs in the 80s and a typical summertime weather pattern ahead.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/next-weather-update-sunny-start-to-the-weekend-showers-return-by-sunday/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/next-weather-update-sunny-start-to-the-weekend-showers-return-by-sunday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New I-20 Westbound ramp opens in DeKalb]]></title><description><![CDATA[Drivers on I-20 westbound in DeKalb must exit half a mile sooner to reach Wesley Chapel Road, starting tomorrow. Plus, prepare for another full weekend shutdown on I-285 west of the Perimeter between MLK Jr. Drive and Cascade Road.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/new-i-20-westbound-ramp-opens-in-dekalb/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/new-i-20-westbound-ramp-opens-in-dekalb/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia DA sues state over new election law targeting metro counties]]></title><description><![CDATA[DeKalb District Attorney Sherry Boston says a new Georgia law making several local races nonpartisan unfairly targets five metro Atlanta counties and violates the state constitution. The lawsuit could determine how millions of Georgians vote beginning in 2028.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-da-sues-state-over-new-election-law-targeting-metro-counties/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-da-sues-state-over-new-election-law-targeting-metro-counties/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[As FIFA World Cup nears, some MARTA riders raise safety concerns after recent attacks on transit system]]></title><description><![CDATA[Multiple recent attacks on MARTA have some riders questioning how safe they will feel using Atlanta's public transit system as the city prepares to welcome thousands of visitors for the FIFA World Cup.The tournament is expected to bring an unprecedented influx of travelers to metro Atlanta, putting additional attention on MARTA's ability to safely move residents and visitors throughout the region.Many Atlantans rely on MARTA every day as their primary mode of transportation.ATLANTA, UNITED STATE]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/as-fifa-world-cup-nears-some-marta-riders-raise-safety-concerns-after-recent-attacks-on-transit-system/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/as-fifa-world-cup-nears-some-marta-riders-raise-safety-concerns-after-recent-attacks-on-transit-system/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[As World Cup nears, MARTA riders voice safety concerns after attacks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following several high-profile incidents, including a deadly stabbing aboard a MARTA train, some riders say transit safety should be a top priority as Atlanta prepares for an influx of visitors during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/as-world-cup-nears-marta-riders-voice-safety-concerns-after-attacks/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/as-world-cup-nears-marta-riders-voice-safety-concerns-after-attacks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ossoff rallies Atlanta supporters with sharp attacks on Trump, GOP rivals ahead of Georgia showdown]]></title><description><![CDATA[U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff used a campaign rally in downtown Atlanta's The Tabernacle on Sunday to sharpen Democratic attacks against President Donald Trump's administration, rising costs and Georgia Republicans, while rallying supporters ahead of what is expected to become one of the nation's most closely watched Senate races.Speaking to a packed crowd at The Tabernacle alongside Democratic gubernatorial nominee Keisha Lance Bottoms, Ossoff framed the 2026 midterms as a referendum on the Trump admini]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/ossoff-rallies-atlanta-supporters-with-sharp-attacks-on-trump-gop-rivals-ahead-of-georgia-showdown/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 01:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/ossoff-rallies-atlanta-supporters-with-sharp-attacks-on-trump-gop-rivals-ahead-of-georgia-showdown/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[D-Day’s 82nd Anniversary: WWII veterans return to France for emotional tribute]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thirty World War II veterans&mdash;many nearing 100&mdash;journey from Atlanta to France to honor D-Day&rsquo;s legacy, retracing their 1944 steps and receiving a hero&rsquo;s welcome along the way.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/d-days-82nd-anniversary-wwii-veterans-return-to-france-for-emotional-tribute/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/d-days-82nd-anniversary-wwii-veterans-return-to-france-for-emotional-tribute/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Soccer in the Streets kicks off summer youth clinic ahead of FIFA World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ahead of the FIFA World Cup in Atlanta, a new program is connecting soccer with STEAM learning for students.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/soccer-in-the-streets-kicks-off-summer-youth-clinic-ahead-of-fifa-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/soccer-in-the-streets-kicks-off-summer-youth-clinic-ahead-of-fifa-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The world mourns music giant Peabo Bryson]]></title><description><![CDATA[The legendary R&amp;B balladeer behind major Disney hits and more died Tuesday, June 2, surrounded by loved ones, according to his family.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/the-world-mourns-music-giant-peabo-bryson/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/the-world-mourns-music-giant-peabo-bryson/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No foul play suspected in death of missing East Point man]]></title><description><![CDATA[East Point police now strongly believe that human remains found over the weekend in a heavily wooded area behind an apartment complex belong to Derek Samuel, the 20-year-old man who disappeared in April.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/no-foul-play-suspected-in-death-of-missing-east-point-man/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/no-foul-play-suspected-in-death-of-missing-east-point-man/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Driver arrested after apparent road rage shooting in Cobb County, police say]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cobb County police are investigating an apparent road rage shooting that sent a driver to the hospital on Wednesday.Officials say the shooting happened shortly before 11:13 a.m. on Woodstock Road near its intersection of Mabry Road.According to investigators, officers received reports at the time that a driver had fired multiple shots at another vehicle. Police say both drivers continued through the intersection, with the victim eventually stopping in the jurisdiction of the Roswell Police Depar]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/driver-arrested-after-apparent-road-rage-shooting-in-cobb-county-police-say/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/driver-arrested-after-apparent-road-rage-shooting-in-cobb-county-police-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[DeKalb police officer pleads for answer in 1999 cold case]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nearly three decades after Bridget Lockhart was killed, her daughter&mdash;now a DeKalb County officer&mdash;joins Atlanta police to seek the public&rsquo;s help in finding justice and closure.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dekalb-police-officer-pleads-for-answer-in-1999-cold-case/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dekalb-police-officer-pleads-for-answer-in-1999-cold-case/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[DeKalb police officer pleads for answer in 1997 cold case]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nearly three decades after Bridget Lockhart was killed, her daughter&mdash;now a DeKalb County officer&mdash;joins Atlanta police to seek the public&rsquo;s help in finding justice and closure.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dekalb-police-officer-pleads-for-answer-in-1997-cold-case/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dekalb-police-officer-pleads-for-answer-in-1997-cold-case/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia enjoying stretch of nice, warm weather through the week]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia is feeling the benefits of an unusual cold front keeping things cooler than normal and dry, with no signs of rain until Sunday afternoon.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-enjoying-stretch-of-nice-warm-weather-through-the-week/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-enjoying-stretch-of-nice-warm-weather-through-the-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gwinnett County child ejected from vehicle; Georgia's gas tax returns]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gwinnett Police cam catches the moment a child is rescued after being ejected from their vehicle. And, Georgia's gas tax returns. See how Georgia drivers are feeling about it.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gwinnett-county-child-ejected-from-vehicle-georgias-gas-tax-returns/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 23:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gwinnett-county-child-ejected-from-vehicle-georgias-gas-tax-returns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta hotels aren't seeing the FIFA World Cup booking boom many expected]]></title><description><![CDATA[We're less than two weeks away from the first FIFA Men's World Cup match in Atlanta.&nbsp;New numbers from the Atlanta Convention and Visitors Bureau are showing hotels aren't seeing the surge in bookings they expected from the more than 300,000 people expected to come to Atlanta for the matches."When the tickets were released, everybody expected to be sold out immediately. But that didn't happen," said Alfonce McKinney, the general manager of the Moxy Downtown Hotel.&nbsp;McKinney says a room a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-hotels-arent-seeing-the-fifa-world-cup-booking-boom-many-expected/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 23:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-hotels-arent-seeing-the-fifa-world-cup-booking-boom-many-expected/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hotel bookings falling below expectations ahead of FIFA World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[New numbers from the Atlanta Convention and Visitors Bureau are showing hotels aren't seeing the surge in bookings they expected from the more than 300,000 people expected to come to Atlanta for the matches.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/hotel-bookings-falling-below-expectations-ahead-of-fifa-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 23:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/hotel-bookings-falling-below-expectations-ahead-of-fifa-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Atlanta crews hard at work finishing renovations before 2026 Men's World Cup begins]]></title><description><![CDATA[The first FIFA Men's World Cup match in Atlanta is just around the corner, and road work and MARTA renovations are still underway."They're constructing everything at one time, so it's like frustrating," said Atlanta local Tee Lindzee.Lindzee wonders how Atlantans will get around with the more than 300,000 people expected to visit during the World Cup."When people come from the places, they're going to be confused because it's like a maze in there, and right here they're going to be like, 'This i]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/city-of-atlanta-crews-hard-at-work-finishing-renovations-before-2026-mens-world-cup-begins/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 23:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/city-of-atlanta-crews-hard-at-work-finishing-renovations-before-2026-mens-world-cup-begins/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fani Willis ally sues Georgia over law changing elections in Fulton, DeKalb and other metro counties]]></title><description><![CDATA[A legal battle over who controls local elections in some of Georgia's most populous counties is now headed to court.DeKalb County District Attorney Sherry Boston announced a lawsuit Wednesday challenging a new state law that would strip party labels from several local races in five metro Atlanta counties, arguing the measure is unconstitutional and unfairly singles out Democratic-leaning communities.The lawsuit, filed in Fulton County Superior Court, seeks to overturn House Bill 369, a measure s]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/fani-willis-ally-sues-georgia-over-law-changing-elections-in-fulton-dekalb-and-other-metro-counties/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 23:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/fani-willis-ally-sues-georgia-over-law-changing-elections-in-fulton-dekalb-and-other-metro-counties/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is Atlanta ready for the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The first FIFA Men's World Cup match in Atlanta is just around the corner, and road work and MARTA renovations are still underway.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/is-atlanta-ready-for-the-2026-fifa-mens-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 23:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/is-atlanta-ready-for-the-2026-fifa-mens-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Driver injured in apparent road rage shooting in Cobb County, police say]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cobb County police are investigating an apparent road rage shooting that sent a driver to the hospital on Wednesday.Officials say the shooting happened shortly before 11:13 a.m. on Woodstock Road near its intersection of Mabry Road.According to investigators, officers received reports at the time that a driver had fired multiple shots at another vehicle. Police say both drivers continued through the intersection, with the victim eventually stopping in the jurisdiction of the Roswell Police Depar]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/driver-injured-in-apparent-road-rage-shooting-in-cobb-county-police-say/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 20:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/driver-injured-in-apparent-road-rage-shooting-in-cobb-county-police-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family of slain Atlanta mother of 2 hoping community can help solve 1999 cold case]]></title><description><![CDATA[The family of an Atlanta mother of two who police say was killed in 1999 is asking anyone who could help bring her killer to justice to come forward.It's been nearly 27 years since Bridget Lockhart was found dead in her home. Now, police are asking the public for help identifying Lockhart's boyfriend at the time.Lt. Christapher Butler, the head of the Atlanta Police Department's Homicide Unit, said that Lockhart had attended a party with family members at a bowling alley on July 30, 1999. The ne]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/family-of-slain-atlanta-mother-of-2-hoping-community-can-help-solve-1999-cold-case/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 20:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/family-of-slain-atlanta-mother-of-2-hoping-community-can-help-solve-1999-cold-case/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Dream star Allisha Gray named WNBA Eastern Conference Player of the Month after leading team to first place]]></title><description><![CDATA[Atlanta Dream star Allisha Gray has been named the Kia WNBA Eastern Conference Player of the Month for May.&nbsp;The league announced the honor for the Dream's leading scorer Wednesday after she helped lead her team to a 5-2 record during the month and a first-place spot in the conference.&nbsp;Gray was named the Kia WNBA Eastern Conference Player of the Month three times during the 2025 season: for May, June, and August. This is her fourth honor in the last five eligible months.&nbsp;ATLANTA, G]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-dream-star-allisha-gray-named-wnba-eastern-conference-player-of-the-month-after-leading-team-to-first-place/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 19:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-dream-star-allisha-gray-named-wnba-eastern-conference-player-of-the-month-after-leading-team-to-first-place/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[East Point police believe human remains found in woods are missing 20-year-old Derek Samuel; no foul play suspected]]></title><description><![CDATA[East Point's mayor and police chief stood before cameras Wednesday morning to deliver the news a family had feared for more than a month.East Point Police Chief Sean Buchanan said authorities now strongly believe that human remains found over the weekend in a heavily wooded area behind an apartment complex belong to Derek Samuel, the 20-year-old man who disappeared April 29 after visiting a Target store in the city. The remains have not been positively identified, but Buchanan said clothing and]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/east-point-police-believe-human-remains-found-in-woods-are-missing-20-year-old-derek-samuel-no-foul-play-suspected/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/east-point-police-believe-human-remains-found-in-woods-are-missing-20-year-old-derek-samuel-no-foul-play-suspected/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gwinnett County Family Dollar employee accused of taking photo up customer's dress, police say]]></title><description><![CDATA[An employee at a Gwinnett County Family Dollar store has been charged with a felony after a customer accused him of taking a picture up her dress with his phone, police say.Authorities say the victim told Gwinnett County police that an employee had taken the picture while she was getting a product from either a display or a shelf.The victim reported that she "felt something on the back of her leg" and accused the employee, now identified as Jarron Parker, of taking a picture, officials said.Afte]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gwinnett-county-family-dollar-employee-accused-of-taking-photo-up-customers-dress-police-say/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gwinnett-county-family-dollar-employee-accused-of-taking-photo-up-customers-dress-police-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alpharetta man sentenced to prison for real estate, UGA football ticket scam, officials say]]></title><description><![CDATA[An Alpharetta man will spend years in prison after prosecutors say he scammed real estate investors and University of Georgia fans looking for tickets to Bulldogs football games.Matthew Neet was found guilty of a federal wire fraud charge and was sentenced to four years in prison followed by three years of supervised release, court documents reveal.According to officials, Neet had offered investors what they thought was the chance to invest in property in places such as Costa Rica. At the same t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/alpharetta-man-sentenced-to-prison-for-real-estate-uga-football-ticket-scam-officials-say/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 17:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/alpharetta-man-sentenced-to-prison-for-real-estate-uga-football-ticket-scam-officials-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta senior women's basketball team inspiring others to keep moving]]></title><description><![CDATA[The ATL Diamonds range from 55 to 72 years old and are having fun while winning senior tournaments across the South.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-senior-womens-basketball-team-inspiring-others-to-keep-moving/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 16:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-senior-womens-basketball-team-inspiring-others-to-keep-moving/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Georgia probation officer accused of having sexual contact with probationer, GBI says]]></title><description><![CDATA[A former Georgia probation officer is facing multiple charges as part of an investigation into sexual misconduct, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation reports.GBI officials say they arrested and charged 54-year-old Covington resident Michael Smith with three counts of first-degree improper sexual contact by an employee or agent. Smith is described as a former probation officer with the Georgia Department of Community Supervision.Authorities say they began their investigation into Smith in Novembe]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/ex-georgia-probation-officer-accused-of-having-sexual-contact-with-probationer-gbi-says/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 16:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/ex-georgia-probation-officer-accused-of-having-sexual-contact-with-probationer-gbi-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia's gas tax returns after weeks-long suspension: Here's what drivers need to know]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia's gas tax holiday is over. The 33-cent-per-gallon state gas tax returned at midnight, but drivers might not see the impact everywhere at the same time.Individual station price changes depend on each station's supply needs.The gas tax is applied when the gas stations purchase fuel from suppliers, not when drivers fill up at the pump.That means some stations may have topped off their underground storage tanks before the tax returned, allowing them to keep prices lower for a little longer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgias-gas-tax-returns-after-weeks-long-suspension-heres-what-drivers-need-to-know/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgias-gas-tax-returns-after-weeks-long-suspension-heres-what-drivers-need-to-know/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shawn Wayans talks filming "Scary Movie 6" in Atlanta]]></title><description><![CDATA[Overwhelming online excitement prompted Paramount Pictures to move up the release date for Scary Movie 6. The horror-comedy flick was filmed in Atlanta and is now set to hit theaters on June 5th. &nbsp;It's been 26 years since the original film debuted, and actor and producer Shawn Wayans believes that comedy serves an even bigger purpose today.&nbsp;"The world has changed a lot since 26 years ago," Wayans said. "I feel like, you know, back then you were getting your laughs. It was a pretty heal]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/shawn-wayans-talks-filming-scary-movie-6-in-atlanta/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/shawn-wayans-talks-filming-scary-movie-6-in-atlanta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Table tennis helps metro Atlantans with neurological disorders bounce back]]></title><description><![CDATA[In metro Atlanta, the game of table tennis is helping people with Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's, and people who have had strokes.Linda Bramhall was once a wallflower when it came to playing the sport."I just wanted to do nothing but sit on the sidelines the first few times that I came, and &nbsp;I kind of gradually worked my way into playing. But it was scary at first," she said.Bramhall now comes to the Lucky Shoals Park Community Recreation Center in Norcross twice a week for table tennis."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/table-tennis-helps-metro-atlantans-with-neurological-disorders-bounce-back/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/table-tennis-helps-metro-atlantans-with-neurological-disorders-bounce-back/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MARTA Police release photos of suspect sought in Georgia State Station assault]]></title><description><![CDATA[A suspect is wanted for questioning after a reported aggravated assault at a MARTA station in downtown Atlanta, according to police.MARTA Police say the incident happened May 24, at about 1:26 p.m. at the Georgia State MARTA Station. Investigators are asking for the public's help in identifying a Black man last seen wearing a plaid shirt, black pants, a black hat and tan sneakers.Authorities say the suspect should be considered armed and dangerous. Anyone who sees the individual is urged to use]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/marta-police-release-photos-of-suspect-sought-in-georgia-state-station-assault/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/marta-police-release-photos-of-suspect-sought-in-georgia-state-station-assault/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Table tennis therapy in metro Atlanta helps patients with Alzheimer’s and stroke recovery]]></title><description><![CDATA[In metro Atlanta, the game of table tennis is helping people with Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's, and people who have had strokes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/table-tennis-therapy-in-metro-atlanta-helps-patients-with-alzheimers-and-stroke-recovery/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/table-tennis-therapy-in-metro-atlanta-helps-patients-with-alzheimers-and-stroke-recovery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta weather forecast: Dry air, sunny skies, comfy temps before rain returns Sunday]]></title><description><![CDATA[A strong area of high pressure is bringing Atlanta a stretch of dry, sunny, and less humid weather through Saturday. Morning temperatures are starting in the 50s with afternoon highs staying below average in the upper 70s to mid-80s. CBS News NEXT Weather Meteorologist Troy Bridges says the nice weather won&rsquo;t last all weekend, with rain chances returning Sunday and continuing into next week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-weather-forecast-dry-air-sunny-skies-comfy-temps-before-rain-returns-sunday/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-weather-forecast-dry-air-sunny-skies-comfy-temps-before-rain-returns-sunday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Dream open Commissioner's Cup play with win over Connecticut Sun]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rhyne Howarderupted for a season-high 36 points and drilled eight three-pointers to lead Atlanta to a 91-75 win over the Connecticut Sun in its Commissioner's Cup opener. Hear from head coach Karl Smesko as the Dream improve to 6-2 and continue to show why this team &mdash; and this version of Howard &mdash; looks different this season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-dream-open-commissioners-cup-play-with-win-over-connecticut-sun/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-dream-open-commissioners-cup-play-with-win-over-connecticut-sun/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shawn Wayans, director Michael Tiddes discuss filming "Scary Movie 6" in Atlanta]]></title><description><![CDATA[The laughs are coming sooner than expected. After overwhelming online excitement, "Scary Movie 6" &mdash; filmed in Atlanta &mdash; is now hitting theaters this Friday. We caught up with actor Shawn Wayans and director Michael Tiddes about bringing the iconic comedy franchise back 26 years later, why audiences need laughter now more than ever, and what Atlanta's role in the film means for the future of movie production in Georgia.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/shawn-wayans-director-michael-tiddes-discuss-filming-scary-movie-6-in-atlanta/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/shawn-wayans-director-michael-tiddes-discuss-filming-scary-movie-6-in-atlanta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia gas tax relief ends Wednesday. Here's when drivers could see higher prices at the pump]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia drivers have one more day before the state's gas tax relief comes to an end.A spokesperson for Governor Brian Kemp told CBS News Atlanta the suspension of Georgia's gas tax will expire at 11:59 p.m. Wednesday."After renewing the suspension of the state gas tax to help hardworking Georgians get through the Memorial Day weekend with further relief, and with oil prices now holding relatively steady, the gas tax suspension will expire at 11:59 p.m. tomorrow while the state also keeps a finan]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-gas-tax-relief-ends-wednesday-heres-when-drivers-could-see-higher-prices-at-the-pump/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-gas-tax-relief-ends-wednesday-heres-when-drivers-could-see-higher-prices-at-the-pump/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gas prices could rise soon as Georgia's gas tax holiday comes to an end]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia's gas tax holiday ended at midnight, bringing back the state's 33-cent-per-gallon fuel tax. While prices may not jump immediately, experts say drivers could start seeing higher costs at the pump within the next few days.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gas-prices-could-rise-soon-as-georgias-gas-tax-holiday-comes-to-an-end/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gas-prices-could-rise-soon-as-georgias-gas-tax-holiday-comes-to-an-end/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How do you get houseguests to leave? Atlanta's Beltline walkers share their funniest answers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Summer means cookouts, family visits and friends stopping by but what happens when it's time for everyone to head home? We hit the Atlanta BeltLine to ask people how they politely (or not-so-politely) let guests know the party is over, and their answers are hilarious.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/how-do-you-get-houseguests-to-leave-atlantas-beltline-walkers-share-their-funniest-answers/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/how-do-you-get-houseguests-to-leave-atlantas-beltline-walkers-share-their-funniest-answers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia bus company feels the pinch as gas tax returns: "It is almost unbearable"]]></title><description><![CDATA[As Georgia's gas tax suspension comes to an end, small business owners who depend on the road are bracing for even higher costs. For Clarence Cox, owner of Georgia Coach Lines in Fayetteville, the ticking clock is a constant reminder of the financial pressure ahead."Every trip we make comes with a bigger price tag," Cox says. "It is almost unbearable. We are trying to keep the doors open."For months, Cox and his team benefited from Gov. Brian Kemp's temporary gas tax suspension, which helped kee]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-bus-company-feels-the-pinch-as-gas-tax-returns-it-is-almost-unbearable/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-bus-company-feels-the-pinch-as-gas-tax-returns-it-is-almost-unbearable/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rhyne Howard scores 36, hits 8 threes as Dream beat Sun 91-75 to open Commissioner's Cup; Angel Reese records 1,000th career point]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rhyne Howard put on a show Tuesday night, and the Atlanta Dream are off to a 1-0 start in the Commissioner's Cup.Howard set a season high with 36 points and knocked down eight three-pointers, also a season high, as the Dream defeated the Connecticut Sun 91-75 at Gateway Center Arena. The Dream improved to 6-2 on the season while opening Commissioner's Cup play with a statement win.Howard was simply unstoppable down the stretch, taking over in the fourth quarter when Atlanta needed her most. She]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/rhyne-howard-scores-36-hits-8-threes-as-dream-beat-sun-91-75-to-open-commissioners-cup-angel-reese-records-1000th-career-point/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/rhyne-howard-scores-36-hits-8-threes-as-dream-beat-sun-91-75-to-open-commissioners-cup-angel-reese-records-1000th-career-point/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia teacher who lost leg in drunk driving crash now giving back through blood donations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hannah Nabors has defied the odds a few times in her life.&nbsp;In February 2025, the Armuchee Elementary School teacher lost her leg in car crash with a drunk driver. She says her co-workers and students helped her stay strong.&nbsp;"While I was out, they sent me videos, they sent me cards, they kept me involved, they reached out," Nabors said. "And I fought to make it back before the school year is over because I thought it was important to me..."Nabors fought to get back on her feet and start]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-teacher-who-lost-leg-in-drunk-driving-crash-now-giving-back-through-blood-donations/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-teacher-who-lost-leg-in-drunk-driving-crash-now-giving-back-through-blood-donations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia teacher who lost leg in crash with drunk driver now giving back through blood donations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hannah Nabors has defied the odds a few times in her life.&nbsp;In February 2025, the Armuchee Elementary School teacher lost her leg in car crash with a drunk driver. She says her co-workers and students helped her stay strong.&nbsp;"While I was out, they sent me videos, they sent me cards, they kept me involved, they reached out," Nabors said. "And I fought to make it back before the school year is over because I thought it was important to me..."Nabors fought to get back on her feet and start]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-teacher-who-lost-leg-in-crash-with-drunk-driver-now-giving-back-through-blood-donations/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-teacher-who-lost-leg-in-crash-with-drunk-driver-now-giving-back-through-blood-donations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Firefighters rescue trapped girl; Crash survivor inspires with blood donation and marathon run]]></title><description><![CDATA[A young girl in Sandy Springs is safe after fire crews lifted a deck to rescue her from beneath her family&rsquo;s porch. Plus, special education teacher Hannah Neighbors turns tragedy into triumph&mdash;donating blood, running the Boston Marathon, and helping expand prosthetic coverage after losing her leg in a crash.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/firefighters-rescue-trapped-girl-crash-survivor-inspires-with-blood-donation-and-marathon-run/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/firefighters-rescue-trapped-girl-crash-survivor-inspires-with-blood-donation-and-marathon-run/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cooler temps and sunshine ahead: A rare June cold front brings relief to Atlanta]]></title><description><![CDATA[Next Weather Meteorologist Jonathan Myers forecasts a welcome break from heat and rain&mdash;expect crisp mornings in the 50s and highs in the 70s before temperatures rise again late week. Grab a light jacket and enjoy the comfortable days ahead!]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/cooler-temps-and-sunshine-ahead-a-rare-june-cold-front-brings-relief-to-atlanta/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/cooler-temps-and-sunshine-ahead-a-rare-june-cold-front-brings-relief-to-atlanta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Steve Harvey, ATL celebrities tee off for youth education in annual charity golf event]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Steve and Marjorie Harvey Foundation brought stars to Stockbridge for their annual golf event at Eagle's Landing, raising funds to support youth financial literacy, leadership programs, and college readiness initiatives across Atlanta.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/steve-harvey-atl-celebrities-tee-off-for-youth-education-in-annual-charity-golf-event/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/steve-harvey-atl-celebrities-tee-off-for-youth-education-in-annual-charity-golf-event/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Music legend Peabo Bryson dies at 75]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two-time Grammy winner Peabo Bryson, known for his iconic Disney ballads and soulful voice, has passed away in Marietta after suffering a stroke. The celebrated singer was surrounded by loved ones at the time of his death.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/music-legend-peabo-bryson-dies-at-75/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/music-legend-peabo-bryson-dies-at-75/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia bus company feels the pinch as gas tax returns]]></title><description><![CDATA[With Georgia's gas tax suspension ending, Clarence Cox of Georgia Coach Lines faces mounting fuel costs and tough choices to keep his fleet rolling. The Fayetteville business owner shares how higher prices are hitting his company, his customers, and what he's doing to stay afloat. CBS News Atlanta's Nakell Williams reports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-bus-company-feels-the-pinch-as-gas-tax-returns/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-bus-company-feels-the-pinch-as-gas-tax-returns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens leads tributes after death of Grammy-winning singer Peabo Bryson]]></title><description><![CDATA[Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens is leading tributes to Peabo Bryson, the Grammy Award-winning singer and Atlanta music icon whose powerful voice helped define generations of R&amp;B and pop music.Bryson, known for timeless hits including "If Ever You're in My Arms Again," "Can You Stop the Rain," and the Oscar-winning Disney duets "Beauty and the Beast" and "A Whole New World," was deeply connected to Atlanta's music scene and cultural legacy.Dickens released a statement mourning Bryson's death Tues]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-mayor-andre-dickens-leads-tributes-after-death-of-grammy-winning-singer-peabo-bryson/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 04:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-mayor-andre-dickens-leads-tributes-after-death-of-grammy-winning-singer-peabo-bryson/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia GOP's Loudermilk-Young Debate becomes referendum on absence as Burt Jones turns empty podium into political weapon]]></title><description><![CDATA[The biggest storyline from Georgia's Republican gubernatorial debate may not have been what was said on stage, but who never appeared on it.Rick Jackson's absence quickly transformed the debate from a traditional policy showdown into something far more symbolic: a televised test of visibility, political strength and voter perception inside a Republican primary already shaped by questions about identity, loyalty and momentum.Lt. Gov. Burt Jones seized on that vacuum repeatedly throughout the deba]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-gops-loudermilk-young-debate-becomes-referendum-on-absence-as-burt-jones-turns-empty-podium-into-political-weapon/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 04:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-gops-loudermilk-young-debate-becomes-referendum-on-absence-as-burt-jones-turns-empty-podium-into-political-weapon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia Tech startup empowers people with limited mobility using innovative device]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Georgia Tech-born startup is transforming accessibility with breakthrough technology that lets users control phones, computers, and other electronics through simple body movements. Developed with help from a local rehabilitation center, the device offers new independence and hope to people with mobility challenges, giving them greater control and freedom in daily life.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-tech-startup-empowers-people-with-limited-mobility-using-innovative-device/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-tech-startup-empowers-people-with-limited-mobility-using-innovative-device/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Beltline southside trail set to open, connecting 36 neighborhoods and local businesses]]></title><description><![CDATA[A major milestone arrives June 12th as officials open a new portion of the Atlanta BeltLine&rsquo;s Southside Trail, creating over 16 miles of continuous trails across the city. The expansion will link 36 neighborhoods and improve access throughout Atlanta. Plus, entrepreneurs can now apply for the BeltLine Business Ventures accelerator, offering free training and support for small businesses aiming to open along the BeltLine.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-beltline-southside-trail-set-to-open-connecting-36-neighborhoods-and-local-businesses/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-beltline-southside-trail-set-to-open-connecting-36-neighborhoods-and-local-businesses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Agreement between Cobb County and Mableton over police services stalled as officials remain divided]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mableton's agreement with Cobb County for police services has expired, but county and city leaders say people living in the area should not expect changes to patrols or 911 response.Cobb County leaders addressed the issue Tuesday afternoon during a press conference at Cobb County Police Headquarters.Police Chief Dan Ferrell said more than 100 Cobb County police officers have been deputized through the Cobb County Sheriff's Office to continue providing police services in Mableton."We continue the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/agreement-between-cobb-county-and-mableton-over-police-services-stalled-as-officials-remain-divided/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/agreement-between-cobb-county-and-mableton-over-police-services-stalled-as-officials-remain-divided/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police service agreement between Cobb County and Mableton remains stalled]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mableton and Cobb County leaders remain divided over what is preventing a new long-term agreement over police services.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/police-service-agreement-between-cobb-county-and-mableton-remains-stalled/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/police-service-agreement-between-cobb-county-and-mableton-remains-stalled/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[High-tech organic farming facility opens in Jonesboro]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Andrew Young Foundation celebrates the launch of the Forever Young farm, a cutting-edge operation using advanced technology to sustainably grow fresh, organic produce. The project, ten years in the making, fulfills Ambassador Young&rsquo;s vision to help feed the community and promote sustainable agriculture.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/high-tech-organic-farming-facility-opens-in-jonesboro/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/high-tech-organic-farming-facility-opens-in-jonesboro/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rare June cold front bringing heat relief plus rain to Georgia]]></title><description><![CDATA[After one last burst of rain tonight, the rest of the week will be cooler than normal but still sunny, and that's all thanks to a rare June cold front hitting the state.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/rare-june-cold-front-bringing-heat-relief-plus-rain-to-georgia/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/rare-june-cold-front-bringing-heat-relief-plus-rain-to-georgia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unhoused people in Gainesville face displacement as homeless encampments cleared]]></title><description><![CDATA[Unhoused people living in two homeless encampments in Gainesville were displaced this week after being ordered to leave private property near Monroe Drive and Athens Highway, according to residents and local advocates.Camp residents said they were told to leave by Monday night or risk possible arrest.The land where the encampments were located is privately owned. According to local officials, property owners had previously allowed people experiencing homelessness to stay on the land but are now]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/unhoused-people-in-gainesville-face-displacement-as-homeless-encampments-cleared/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/unhoused-people-in-gainesville-face-displacement-as-homeless-encampments-cleared/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AT&amp;T, FirstNet providing support for first responder communication during 2026 Men's World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[As first responders in metro Atlanta prepare for the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup, a major cell phone provider is making sure emergency personnel can stay connected. FirstNet, a partnership between the federal government and AT&amp;T, was established by Congress after Sept. 11 to make sure emergency workers had reliable communication during emergencies. FirstNet will have a presence in all U.S. host cities during the World Cup. Mark Durr is part of the FirstNet Response Operations Group &mdash; a t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atampt-firstnet-providing-support-for-first-responder-communication-during-2026-mens-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atampt-firstnet-providing-support-for-first-responder-communication-during-2026-mens-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Grady opens 24/7 Emergency Department in Union City, expanding healthcare access]]></title><description><![CDATA[Grady Health has launched its first freestanding, 24-hour emergency department in Union City, offering 16 treatment beds, pediatric care, on-site imaging, labs, and pharmacy services. This marks the first phase of a major medical campus expansion in South Fulton, with plans for a full-scale hospital and more to come.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/grady-opens-247-emergency-department-in-union-city-expanding-healthcare-access/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/grady-opens-247-emergency-department-in-union-city-expanding-healthcare-access/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FirstNet providing support for first responders during World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[As first responders in metro Atlanta prepare for the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup, AT&amp;T and FirstNet are making sure emergency personnel can stay connected.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/firstnet-providing-support-for-first-responders-during-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/firstnet-providing-support-for-first-responders-during-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Top stories now: MARTA bus attack, Georgia executions resume, FBI manhunt, and $10K stolen art]]></title><description><![CDATA[Catch up on what&rsquo;s trending on the CBS News App: A Decatur man faces federal charges after a deadly unprovoked attack on a MARTA bus, the Georgia Supreme Court clears the way for executions to restart, the FBI offers $10,000 for an escaped federal inmate, and police search for $10,000 stolen paintings in Chatham County. Download the CBS News App for all the latest updates.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/top-stories-now-marta-bus-attack-georgia-executions-resume-fbi-manhunt-and-10k-stolen-art/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/top-stories-now-marta-bus-attack-georgia-executions-resume-fbi-manhunt-and-10k-stolen-art/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Business League honors local CEOs at 47th annual luncheon]]></title><description><![CDATA[Top business leaders gathered at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis as the Atlanta Business League celebrated excellence in leadership and community impact. Honorees, including The Gathering Spot&rsquo;s Ryan Wilson, emphasized the importance of collective achievement and supporting Black-owned businesses in the city&rsquo;s thriving business community.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-business-league-honors-local-ceos-at-47th-annual-luncheon/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-business-league-honors-local-ceos-at-47th-annual-luncheon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Artists celebrating Atlanta culture through murals ahead of FIFA World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[The streets of Downtown Atlanta are coming alive with color as artists add murals ahead of the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup. The City of Atlanta's Office of Cultural Affairs had a goal of commissioning 10 murals before the World Cup. They exceeded that goal with 11 pieces, plus four more through partnerships with other organizations. The murals are funded through the Bridges, Tunnels, and Walls: Moving Atlanta Forward Bond. One of those works is the Stitch City mural on the Forsyth Street Bridge by]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/artists-celebrating-atlanta-culture-through-murals-ahead-of-fifa-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/artists-celebrating-atlanta-culture-through-murals-ahead-of-fifa-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Caught on Camera: MARTA bus crashes into ditch after engine starts smoking]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dramatic video shows the moment a MARTA bus veered off Holcomb Bridge Road and into a ditch on May 15th after the engine began smoking. Passengers were safely evacuated and treated by paramedics as officials investigate the cause. Plus, MARTA's highly anticipated CQ400 rail car launch faces a delay as testing continues to ensure safety for all riders.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/caught-on-camera-marta-bus-crashes-into-ditch-after-engine-starts-smoking/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/caught-on-camera-marta-bus-crashes-into-ditch-after-engine-starts-smoking/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta artists making murals for FIFA Men's World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[The streets of Downtown Atlanta are coming alive with color as artists add murals ahead of the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-artists-making-murals-for-fifa-mens-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-artists-making-murals-for-fifa-mens-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spirit Airlines shutdown expands in Atlanta as more than 600 employees face layoffs]]></title><description><![CDATA[The fallout from Spirit Airlines' shutdown is now hitting Georgia in a major way.More than 600 Atlanta-based Spirit Airlines employees are set to lose their jobs as the airline's nationwide shutdown continues following months of financial turmoil and bankruptcy proceedings.According to a WARN notice filed with Georgia labor officials, the layoffs impact more than 600 workers across metro Atlanta, including 511 flight attendants, 48 captains and 37 first officers. Additional affected employees in]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/spirit-airlines-shutdown-expands-in-atlanta-as-more-than-600-employees-face-layoffs/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 22:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/spirit-airlines-shutdown-expands-in-atlanta-as-more-than-600-employees-face-layoffs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man accused in deadly MARTA train stabbing now facing federal charges]]></title><description><![CDATA[The man accused of fatally stabbing a woman aboard a MARTA train in southwest Atlanta is now facing federal charges, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.Federal prosecutors announced Tuesday that 25-year-old John Elijah Matthews, of Decatur, has been charged with committing an act of violence causing death on a mass transportation system following the deadly stabbing of 66-year-old Margaret Swan.According to the DOJ, Swan was riding a northbound MARTA train from the Lakewood station to O]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/man-accused-in-deadly-marta-train-stabbing-now-facing-federal-charges/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 21:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/man-accused-in-deadly-marta-train-stabbing-now-facing-federal-charges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MARTA's $700 million railcar project hits another delay ahead of World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[MARTA riders hoping to board the agency's long-awaited new railcars before the FIFA World Cup may have to wait a little longer.The transit agency announced Tuesday that its new CQ400 railcars will not enter passenger service this week as previously planned, marking the latest setback for a project that has already faced multiple delays.MARTA also postponed a celebratory "First Ride" event that had been scheduled for Thursday.In a statement, the agency said testing on the new trains continues, bu]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/martas-700-million-railcar-project-hits-another-delay-ahead-of-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/martas-700-million-railcar-project-hits-another-delay-ahead-of-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rhyne Howard scores 25 and shuts down Paige Bueckers to lead Dream past Dallas Wings 86-69]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Dream dismantled the Dallas Wings 86-69 at Gateway Center Arena on Friday behind a dominant defensive performance that held Paige Bueckers to a career-low seven points and limited Arike Ogunbowale to two points on 1-of-11 shooting.Rhyne Howard led all scorers with 25 points on 7-of-12 shooting, going a perfect 9-of-9 from the free throw line and adding eight assists, four steals and two blocks. She was equally impressive on the defensive end, shadowing Bueckers for the majority of th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/rhyne-howard-scores-25-and-shuts-down-paige-bueckers-to-lead-dream-past-dallas-wings-86-69/</link><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 04:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/rhyne-howard-scores-25-and-shuts-down-paige-bueckers-to-lead-dream-past-dallas-wings-86-69/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Dream hosting Dallas Wings at Gateway Center Arena]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Dream is playing their first home game of the season at College Park's Gateway Center Arena, and they're hoping to keep the winning trend at home alive.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-dream-hosting-dallas-wings-at-gateway-center-arena/</link><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 00:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-dream-hosting-dallas-wings-at-gateway-center-arena/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Many travelers in metro Atlanta choosing rail over roads, air this Memorial Day weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Memorial Day weekend&nbsp;will mark the start of the summer travel season. For many travelers in metro Atlanta, they are choosing the rails over roads.Many holiday travelers who spoke to CBS Atlanta on Friday said train rides are beating the stress of driving during the holiday weekend, especially with the cost of riding MARTA."It's $2.50 compared to an Uber ride," MARTA traveler Amy Williams said. Williams flew into Atlanta from Chicago to visit family this holiday weekend. She caught the Marta]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/many-travelers-in-metro-atlanta-choosing-rail-over-roads-air-this-memorial-day-weekend/</link><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 00:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/many-travelers-in-metro-atlanta-choosing-rail-over-roads-air-this-memorial-day-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thousands in Georgia to travel by train over Memorial Day weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Many holiday travelers who spoke to CBS Atlanta on Friday said train rides are beating the stress of driving during the holiday weekend, especially with the high costs of gas and flights.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/thousands-in-georgia-to-travel-by-train-over-memorial-day-weekend/</link><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 00:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/thousands-in-georgia-to-travel-by-train-over-memorial-day-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heavy rainfall expected across North Georgia during Memorial Day weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[The potential for severe storms is sticking around from Friday night through Sunday with heavy rain expected above Interstate 20.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/heavy-rainfall-expected-across-north-georgia-during-memorial-day-weekend/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 23:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/heavy-rainfall-expected-across-north-georgia-during-memorial-day-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Medical students offer free class to students with autism]]></title><description><![CDATA[The special New York ballet class is captivating young minds and helping them move and connect.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/medical-students-offer-free-class-to-students-with-autism/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 23:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/medical-students-offer-free-class-to-students-with-autism/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez presses EPA official about brown water found near Georgia data center]]></title><description><![CDATA[During a House hearing with Assistant EPA Administrator Jessica Kramer on Wednesday, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez showed two jars of brown water she said was taken near a Meta data center in Morgan County, Georgia, after it was constructed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/alexandria-ocasio-cortez-presses-epa-official-about-brown-water-found-near-georgia-data-center/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 23:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/alexandria-ocasio-cortez-presses-epa-official-about-brown-water-found-near-georgia-data-center/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gwinnett County's Dream Asia Festival celebrates Asian community and culture]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dream Asia Festival is a four-day celebration at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds offering delicious food, live performers, vendors, and more.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gwinnett-countys-dream-asia-festival-celebrates-asian-community-and-culture/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 23:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gwinnett-countys-dream-asia-festival-celebrates-asian-community-and-culture/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Downtown Atlanta under boil water advisory after power failure at plant]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thousands of residents and visitors to Atlanta are being affected by a massive boil water advisory following a internal power outage at the city's Hemphill Water Treatment Plant.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/downtown-atlanta-under-boil-water-advisory-after-power-failure-at-plant/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 23:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/downtown-atlanta-under-boil-water-advisory-after-power-failure-at-plant/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia officials urge safety on the water for Memorial Day]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you're hitting one of Georgia's waterways over the Memorial Day weekend, it's important you keep safety in mind.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-officials-urge-safety-on-the-water-for-memorial-day/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 23:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-officials-urge-safety-on-the-water-for-memorial-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gas prices remain high for Memorial Day holiday weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Memorial Day gas prices have reached a four-year high, and they don't seem to show any signs of dropping down to what it used to cost for a gallon of fuel.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gas-prices-remain-high-for-memorial-day-holiday-weekend/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 23:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gas-prices-remain-high-for-memorial-day-holiday-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia Corrections facilities on lockdown after prison altercation sends 9 inmates to hospital, officials say]]></title><description><![CDATA[All of the Georgia Department of Corrections' facilities around the state have been placed on lockdown after a fight sent nine inmates to the hospital.Authorities with the GDC have confirmed with CBS News Atlanta that an altercation involving numerous inmates happened on Thursday at Dooly State Prison.Nine inmates were taken to local hospitals for treatment of injuries, none of which are believed to be life-threatening. Seven of the nine have since returned to the prison. No staff were injured i]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-corrections-facilities-on-lockdown-after-prison-altercation-sends-9-inmates-to-hospital-officials-say/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 22:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-corrections-facilities-on-lockdown-after-prison-altercation-sends-9-inmates-to-hospital-officials-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jury finds Decatur man guilty of murdering girlfriend's 19-month-old son]]></title><description><![CDATA[A DeKalb County jury has found a Decatur man guilty of the murder of his girlfriend's toddler.On Thursday, a jury found 28-year-old Kentavious Hardnett guilty of felony murder and first-degree cruelty to children for the 19-month-old boy's death.According to prosecutors, Hardnett had been in a relationship with the victim's mother for two months when she left the toddler in his care on Jan. 21, 2021, to go to work.At around 7 p.m. that day, authorities say Hardnett took the now-unresponsive boy]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/jury-finds-decatur-man-guilty-of-murdering-girlfriends-19-month-old-son/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 22:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/jury-finds-decatur-man-guilty-of-murdering-girlfriends-19-month-old-son/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former CDC supervisor pleads guilty to stealing more than $190,000 in taxpayer money through fake invoices]]></title><description><![CDATA[A former CDC supervisor admitted in court to stealing more than $190,000 in taxpayer money by creating fake invoices and directing her own employees to approve the payments.Gwendolyn Brandon, 43, of Cumming, Georgia, pleaded guilty to theft of government funds after prosecutors say she submitted at least 46 fraudulent invoices to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, funneling the money into an account she controlled.According to prosecutors and court documents, Brandon created fake in]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/former-cdc-supervisor-pleads-guilty-to-stealing-more-than-190000-in-taxpayer-money-through-fake-invoices/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 21:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/former-cdc-supervisor-pleads-guilty-to-stealing-more-than-190000-in-taxpayer-money-through-fake-invoices/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Waymo expands service pause affecting Atlanta to Dallas, other Texas cities over severe weather threats]]></title><description><![CDATA[Waymo is expanding the pause on its self-driving car service due to concerns about severe weather to two states, the company announced.Service in Atlanta was temporarily halted following a storm on Wednesday that left one of its vehicles stuck on a flooded street. The company said that there are operational protections against flooding, but the rapid nature of Wednesday's storm and heavy rain caused an unoccupied Waymo car to stop in the deep water in Midtown Atlanta before any weather warning o]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/waymo-expands-service-pause-affecting-atlanta-to-dallas-other-texas-cities-over-severe-weather-threats/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 20:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/waymo-expands-service-pause-affecting-atlanta-to-dallas-other-texas-cities-over-severe-weather-threats/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police investigating suspicious death after man's body discovered in shut-down Cobb supermarket]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cobb County police are investigating the suspicious death of a man whose body was discovered in a closed Kroger.Authorities say officers were called to the 3300 block of Cobb &nbsp;Parkway SE on Thursday morning after a maintenance worker found the body while checking the building for a possible water leak.According to officials, the site was a Kroger that had been closed since 2024.The Cobb County Medical Examiner's Office responded and pronounced the man dead at the scene. His identity has not]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/police-investigating-suspicious-death-after-mans-body-discovered-in-shut-down-cobb-supermarket/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 18:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/police-investigating-suspicious-death-after-mans-body-discovered-in-shut-down-cobb-supermarket/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-CDC supervisor pleads guilty to stealing over $190,000 in government funds]]></title><description><![CDATA[A former supervisor at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention will resign from the Atlanta-based agency after she pleaded guilty to stealing government funds.Authorities say 43-year-old Gwendolyn Brandon used dozens of fake invoices to steal over $190,000 from the federal government in less than two years.According to prosecutors, Brandon created at least 46 fraudulent invoices in amounts between $2,230 to $9,970 from around August 2023 to February 2025. Using her position as supervisor,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/ex-cdc-supervisor-pleads-guilty-to-stealing-over-190000-in-government-funds/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 17:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/ex-cdc-supervisor-pleads-guilty-to-stealing-over-190000-in-government-funds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Waymo expands service pause affecting Atlanta to 4 Texas cities over severe weather threats]]></title><description><![CDATA[Waymo is expanding the pause on its self-driving car service due to concerns about severe weather to two states, the company says.Service in Atlanta has been stopped following a storm on Wednesday that left one of its vehicles stuck on a flooded street. The company said that there are operational protections against flooding, but the rapid nature of Wednesday's storm and heavy rain caused an unoccupied Waymo car to stop in the deep water in Midtown Atlanta before any weather warning or advisory]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/waymo-expands-service-pause-affecting-atlanta-to-4-texas-cities-over-severe-weather-threats/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 17:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/waymo-expands-service-pause-affecting-atlanta-to-4-texas-cities-over-severe-weather-threats/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Atlanta Housing Authority executive sentenced for fraud scheme involving Section 8, COVID relief funds]]></title><description><![CDATA[A former senior executive at the Atlanta Housing Authority has been sentenced to federal prison after prosecutors said she used her position to steal housing assistance funds, pandemic relief money and commit mortgage fraud.Tracy Denise Jones, 61, of Atlanta, was sentenced May 20, to nine months in prison, followed by nine months of home detention and 15 months of supervised release. She was also ordered to pay $65,598.80 in restitution and a $63,546 fine, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/former-atlanta-housing-authority-executive-sentenced-for-fraud-scheme-involving-section-8-covid-relief-funds/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 17:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/former-atlanta-housing-authority-executive-sentenced-for-fraud-scheme-involving-section-8-covid-relief-funds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PrizePicks founder makes largest philanthropic gift in UGA Athletic Association history]]></title><description><![CDATA[A University of Georgia alumnus has made the largest philanthropic commitment in UGA Athletic Association history to support the Bulldogs' men's basketball team.University officials say Adam Wexler, the founder of PrizePicks and a 2007 graduate, has committed $10 million to support the men's basketball program and the university's Athletic Director Excellence Fund.Officials say the funds will be used for personnel and operating expenses to support the long-term ambitions of the basketball team."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/prizepicks-founder-makes-largest-philanthropic-gift-in-uga-athletic-association-history/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 16:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/prizepicks-founder-makes-largest-philanthropic-gift-in-uga-athletic-association-history/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta issues boil water advisory in downtown after power failure at Hemphill Water Treatment Plant]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Atlanta is under a boil water advisory in parts of downtown after an internal power failure at the Hemphill Water Treatment Plant, according to the Department of Watershed Management.City officials said the advisory was issued out of an abundance of caution and follows guidance from the Georgia Environmental Protection Division. Crews are continuing to monitor operations and water system pressure while testing is completed.Residents and property owners who have experienced low water]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-issues-boil-water-advisory-in-downtown-after-power-failure-at-hemphill-water-treatment-plant/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 16:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-issues-boil-water-advisory-in-downtown-after-power-failure-at-hemphill-water-treatment-plant/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Holiday travelers say train rides beat airport stress this Memorial Day weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Memorial Day weekend travel is underway, and while delays are impacting trains across the country, some travelers say rail travel is still the better option compared to crowded airports and long security lines. Passengers told reporters they prefer the extra space, lower costs and more relaxing experience of train travel, even after dealing with hours-long delays during one of the busiest travel weekends of the year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/holiday-travelers-say-train-rides-beat-airport-stress-this-memorial-day-weekend/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 15:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/holiday-travelers-say-train-rides-beat-airport-stress-this-memorial-day-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Memorial Day weekend weather: Strong storms, flooding risk continue across Georgia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rounds of heavy rain and thunderstorms are expected to move across North Georgia and metro Atlanta through Memorial Day weekend, bringing the threat of localized flooding, damaging wind gusts and possible severe weather. CBS News Atlanta's NEXT Weather meteorologist Troy Bridges says a stalled front over Georgia will keep rain chances high through Tuesday, with some areas seeing repeated downpours and storm activity. Flooding remains the biggest concern as hot, humid conditions fuel stronger sto]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/memorial-day-weekend-weather-strong-storms-flooding-risk-continue-across-georgia/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 13:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/memorial-day-weekend-weather-strong-storms-flooding-risk-continue-across-georgia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta builds a giant underground flood defense]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the aftermath of Intense rainfall that triggered flash flooding and snarled rush-hour traffic on interstates in Atlanta this week, the Georgia Department of Transportation was busy cleaning up to restore normal traffic flow and prepare for, potentially, more rain. &nbsp;In a statement to CBS News Atlanta, GDOT said, "There is a limit to how much rainfall any drainage system can take and this is exacerbated by recent drought conditions, which make things prime for flooding."Meanwhile, the City]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-builds-a-giant-underground-flood-defense/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 13:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-builds-a-giant-underground-flood-defense/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Jazz Fest spotlights Atlanta's next generation of sound, including performer Buddy Red]]></title><description><![CDATA[For nearly five decades, the Atlanta Jazz Festival has brought thousands of people to Piedmont Park for a weekend centered around music, culture and community.This year, organizers say the festival is continuing to evolve, blending traditional jazz with artists helping shape Atlanta's next generation of sound. Inside Criminal Records in Little Five Points, Atlanta, artist Buddy Red recently performed ahead of one of the biggest moments of his career."This Memorial Day weekend the Atlanta artist]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-jazz-fest-spotlights-atlantas-next-generation-of-sound-including-performer-buddy-red/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 13:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-jazz-fest-spotlights-atlantas-next-generation-of-sound-including-performer-buddy-red/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Jazz Festival 2026 showcases next generation of music and culture]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Jazz Festival is returning to Piedmont Park for Memorial Day weekend, bringing together thousands of music lovers for one of the world&rsquo;s largest free jazz festivals. Organizers say this year&rsquo;s event highlights both jazz history and Atlanta&rsquo;s evolving music scene, featuring rising artists like Atlanta musician Buddy Red. The festival runs May 23-25 and is expected to boost local hotels, restaurants and businesses while continuing a nearly 50-year tradition of music,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-jazz-festival-2026-showcases-next-generation-of-music-and-culture/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 13:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-jazz-festival-2026-showcases-next-generation-of-music-and-culture/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA["World's busiest airport" gears up for Memorial Day weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Officials at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport expect nearly 2.7 million travelers to pass through the airport during the Memorial Day weekend travel period.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/worlds-busiest-airport-gears-up-for-memorial-day-weekend/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 13:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/worlds-busiest-airport-gears-up-for-memorial-day-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia's apple farmers concerned over months-long drought's impact on upcoming harvest]]></title><description><![CDATA[In Gilmer County, at the foot of Georgia's Blue Ridge Mountains, fourth-generation farmer Joshua Aaron is worried about the upcoming fall apple season.Aaron's great-grandparents started Aaron Family Orchards decades ago, so he's seen a lot of times, both good and bad. But during the midst of the state's months-long drought, the future is beginning to look bleak. Apple orchards are feeling the heat, and it's already showing signs of impacting the upcoming harvest season.In Ellijay, known as the A]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgias-apple-farmers-concerned-over-months-long-droughts-impact-on-upcoming-harvest/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 13:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgias-apple-farmers-concerned-over-months-long-droughts-impact-on-upcoming-harvest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ellijay Apple Orchards struggle as Georgia drought worsens before fall season]]></title><description><![CDATA[In Gilmer County, at the foot of Georgia's Blue Ridge Mountains, fourth-generation farmer Joshua Aaron is worried about the upcoming fall apple season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/ellijay-apple-orchards-struggle-as-georgia-drought-worsens-before-fall-season/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 12:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/ellijay-apple-orchards-struggle-as-georgia-drought-worsens-before-fall-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South Fulton renames 3 streets to honor leaders who shaped their community]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of South Fulton is recognizing three leaders who've have spent decades pouring into the community.During special ceremonies, city leaders unveiled honorary street signs for Dr. Jonathon C. Carter, Dr. Gregory Pollard, and State Senator Donzella James. Their names are now attached to local roads to celebrate years of leadership, mentorship, outreach, and advocacy throughout South Fulton.Delano Road now carries the name Dr. Jonathon Carter Road. Officials say he deserves to be recognized]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/south-fulton-renames-3-streets-to-honor-leaders-who-shaped-their-community/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 05:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/south-fulton-renames-3-streets-to-honor-leaders-who-shaped-their-community/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NEXT Weather Alert: Heavy rain &amp; storms threaten Memorial Day weekend plans across Georgia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Memorial Day weekend in Georgia is shaping up to be a wet one, with heavy rain and thunderstorms forecast across much of the state. Next Weather Meteorologist Orelon Sidney breaks down the timing, flood risks, and what to expect for your outdoor plans. From flash flood concerns in North Georgia mountains to much-needed drought relief, get your 360&deg; forecast and tips for staying safe this holiday weekend.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/next-weather-alert-heavy-rain-amp-storms-threaten-memorial-day-weekend-plans-across-georgia/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 05:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/next-weather-alert-heavy-rain-amp-storms-threaten-memorial-day-weekend-plans-across-georgia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South Fulton renames streets to honor local leaders’ lasting impact]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of South Fulton is celebrating community leadership by renaming three streets after influential figures: Dr. Gregory Pollard, Dr. Jonathan Carter, and Senator Donzella James.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/south-fulton-renames-streets-to-honor-local-leaders-lasting-impact/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 05:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/south-fulton-renames-streets-to-honor-local-leaders-lasting-impact/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta cracks down on Midtown's unfinished skyscraper]]></title><description><![CDATA[ity officials are taking action against a notorious Midtown Atlanta eyesore: an empty, unfinished skyscraper that's been neglected for years. With new 'unsafe' notices posted, concerns about unsecured access and hazardous sidewalks have reached a breaking point. Hear what city leaders are doing next and what it means for the community.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-cracks-down-on-midtowns-unfinished-skyscraper/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 05:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-cracks-down-on-midtowns-unfinished-skyscraper/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[5 years later, Atlanta still seeks answers in Piedmont Park murder of Katie Janess]]></title><description><![CDATA[The death of Tianah Robinson in Piedmont Park has renewed attention on a cold case Atlanta police say they are still trying to solve. Five years after the brutal stabbing of Katie Janess and her dog in Piedmont Park, Atlanta authorities and Mayor Andre Dickens are renewing their plea for public help. Despite improved technology, the lack of surveillance footage continues to hinder the investigation. If you have any information, no matter how small, call Crime Stoppers at 404-577-TIPS. Your tip c]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/5-years-later-atlanta-still-seeks-answers-in-piedmont-park-murder-of-katie-janess/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 05:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/5-years-later-atlanta-still-seeks-answers-in-piedmont-park-murder-of-katie-janess/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heartbroken family pleads for justice after teen killed at Piedmont Park: $25,000 reward offered]]></title><description><![CDATA[The search continues for suspects in the deadly shooting of 16-year-old Tianah Robinson at Piedmont Park following Atlanta&rsquo;s 404 Festival. Atlanta Police and Tianah&rsquo;s family share an emotional message, urging anyone with information&mdash;no matter how small&mdash;to come forward. The Crime Stoppers reward has increased to $25,000. If you know something, say something. Watch now for details and hear the family&rsquo;s powerful plea for justice.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/heartbroken-family-pleads-for-justice-after-teen-killed-at-piedmont-park-25000-reward-offered/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 05:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/heartbroken-family-pleads-for-justice-after-teen-killed-at-piedmont-park-25000-reward-offered/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Adaptive sports athletes test new courts at U.S. Soccer training center in metro Atlanta]]></title><description><![CDATA[What was promised as a training home for all elite U.S. soccer athletes took another step toward reality this week in metro Atlanta.Adaptive and Thrive welcomed members of the Power Chair National Team to test out newly built courts designed for athletes with disabilities at the new national training facility. &nbsp;The event also featured members of the U.S. Men's and Women's Cerebral Palsy National Teams, who took the pitch as part of the showcase. &nbsp;Among them was Smyrna native Joey Marti]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/adaptive-sports-athletes-test-new-courts-at-us-soccer-training-center-in-metro-atlanta/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 04:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/adaptive-sports-athletes-test-new-courts-at-us-soccer-training-center-in-metro-atlanta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sports with Sam: Inside U.S. Soccer&rsquo;s inclusive new facility &amp; powerchair action]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sam Crenshaw goes live from Fayetteville at the new U.S. Soccer facility, where inclusivity is center stage. Watch powerchair soccer in action, meet inspiring athletes like women&rsquo;s national team member Joey Martin, and see how U.S. Soccer is empowering players of all abilities.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/sports-with-sam-inside-us-soccerrsquos-inclusive-new-facility-amp-powerchair-action/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 00:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/sports-with-sam-inside-us-soccerrsquos-inclusive-new-facility-amp-powerchair-action/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Storms continue across Georgia: NEXT Weather Forecast and rain update]]></title><description><![CDATA[Get the latest from the Next Weather Studio as showers and thunderstorms move through North Georgia. Meteorologist Orelon Sidney breaks down the rain patterns, drought conditions, and what to expect for your Memorial Day weekend.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/storms-continue-across-georgia-next-weather-forecast-and-rain-update/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 00:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/storms-continue-across-georgia-next-weather-forecast-and-rain-update/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta unveils Cultural Hub and stadium pitch upgrade for World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Atlanta will showcase its creative spirit during the World Cup with a month-long Cultural Exchange at the revamped CNN Center, featuring art, fashion, and immersive events. Plus, get a first look at the new high-tech pitch at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, ready for global soccer action.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-unveils-cultural-hub-and-stadium-pitch-upgrade-for-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 00:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-unveils-cultural-hub-and-stadium-pitch-upgrade-for-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Army veteran and wife rescue woman trapped on top of car during Downtown Atlanta flooding]]></title><description><![CDATA[A local Army veteran and his wife stopped to help a woman trapped on top of her car in floodwaters in Downtown Atlanta on Wednesday. George Brathwaite and his wife, Chyna, were driving through Downtown Atlanta after Wednesday's rain when they saw the woman stuck on top of her car. "As we got closer and closer, we started seeing it was flooding really bad, and once we got up to that point where we stopped at, we got over in the median, and we seen her sitting on top of her car," George Brathwaite]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/army-veteran-and-wife-rescue-woman-trapped-on-top-of-car-during-downtown-atlanta-flooding/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 00:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/army-veteran-and-wife-rescue-woman-trapped-on-top-of-car-during-downtown-atlanta-flooding/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nearly 3 million travelers expected at Atlanta airport during Memorial Day weekend rush]]></title><description><![CDATA[Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of the summer travel season, and nearly 3 million travelers are expected to pass through Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport over the holiday period.Some travelers CBS News Atlanta spoke to say they arrived at the airport several hours early early to avoid possible delays and long lines."It is extremely busy. They say arrive two hours early. I'm three hours ahead today," traveler EJ Nevarez said. "I'm that guy. I'm going to Tampa, trav]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/nearly-3-million-travelers-expected-at-atlanta-airport-during-memorial-day-weekend-rush/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 00:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/nearly-3-million-travelers-expected-at-atlanta-airport-during-memorial-day-weekend-rush/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Couple rescue woman stranded on car during Downtown Atlanta flooding]]></title><description><![CDATA[George and Chyna Brathwaite were driving through Downtown Atlanta after Wednesday's rain when they saw the woman stuck on top of her car and jumped into action.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/couple-rescue-woman-stranded-on-car-during-downtown-atlanta-flooding/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 00:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/couple-rescue-woman-stranded-on-car-during-downtown-atlanta-flooding/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta airport prepared for busy Memorial Day weekend travel]]></title><description><![CDATA[Officials at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport expect nearly 3 million travelers to pass through the airport over Memorial Day weekend as passengers brace for long lines, traffic and higher travel costs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-airport-prepared-for-busy-memorial-day-weekend-travel/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 00:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-airport-prepared-for-busy-memorial-day-weekend-travel/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta metro population could hit 8 million by 2050, sparking A.I. construction boom]]></title><description><![CDATA[he Atlanta Regional Commission projects metro Atlanta&rsquo;s population could reach nearly 8 million by 2050. Local construction tech CEO KP Reddy discusses the growing pressure on crews to expand roads and infrastructure as the city prepares for massive growth.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-metro-population-could-hit-8-million-by-2050-sparking-ai-construction-boom/</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 00:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-metro-population-could-hit-8-million-by-2050-sparking-ai-construction-boom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[U.S. suicide rate hits record high: Hockey-inspired initiative offers hope]]></title><description><![CDATA[Over 49,000 Americans died by suicide in 2022, the highest number ever recorded. Mandy Gaither spotlights "The Shoulder," a hockey-inspired movement encouraging kindness and connection to support those struggling. If you need help, call or text 988 anytime.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/us-suicide-rate-hits-record-high-hockey-inspired-initiative-offers-hope/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 23:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/us-suicide-rate-hits-record-high-hockey-inspired-initiative-offers-hope/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FIFA World Cup Atlanta: Fan experience, volunteers &amp; sensory-friendly stadium]]></title><description><![CDATA[As the FIFA World Cup kicks off June 15 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta preps with city-themed fan zones, 3,000+ local volunteers, and a new mobile sensory room for accessibility. See how the city is blending culture, excitement, and inclusivity for fans from around the world.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/fifa-world-cup-atlanta-fan-experience-volunteers-amp-sensory-friendly-stadium/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 23:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/fifa-world-cup-atlanta-fan-experience-volunteers-amp-sensory-friendly-stadium/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Barnesville rebuilds: Goggins Florist begins comeback after March fire]]></title><description><![CDATA[emolition is underway in downtown Barnesville as Goggins Florist starts rebuilding after a devastating March fire. See the latest updates and social media video as the beloved shop prepares for a Market Street comeback.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/barnesville-rebuilds-goggins-florist-begins-comeback-after-march-fire/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 23:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/barnesville-rebuilds-goggins-florist-begins-comeback-after-march-fire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APD calls on Fulton County to participate in "Jeans for Teens" initiative]]></title><description><![CDATA[Atlanta Police have launched the &ldquo;Jeans for All&rdquo; initiative, collecting new and gently used jeans at any precinct. All donations go to Lost-N-Found, an Atlanta LGBTQ+ nonprofit fighting youth homelessness. Recruit Class 300 aims to collect 300 pairs by May 27.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/apd-calls-on-fulton-county-to-participate-in-jeans-for-teens-initiative/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 23:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/apd-calls-on-fulton-county-to-participate-in-jeans-for-teens-initiative/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Gwinnett Early Learning Center set; DeKalb tightens rental rules]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gwinnett County launches the Joyful Learning Academy for preschoolers in Snellville, opening this school year. Plus, DeKalb County enacts new licensing and safety rules for short-term rental owners.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/new-gwinnett-early-learning-center-set-dekalb-tightens-rental-rules/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 23:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/new-gwinnett-early-learning-center-set-dekalb-tightens-rental-rules/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Veterans with Wounded Warrior Project clean Atlanta Beltline ahead of Memorial Day]]></title><description><![CDATA[Military veterans who once served the country overseas are now giving back closer to home &mdash; helping clean up Atlanta's Westside ahead of Memorial Day.The Wounded Warrior Project gathered nearly 40 veterans and their families Thursday to pick up trash along the Beltline as part of a nationwide Day of Service initiative taking place across the country. &nbsp;"Coming out, cleaning up a little bit of trash, spending time with each other, letting community members know we're here &mdash; this i]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/veterans-with-wounded-warrior-project-clean-atlanta-beltline-ahead-of-memorial-day/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 23:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/veterans-with-wounded-warrior-project-clean-atlanta-beltline-ahead-of-memorial-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scattered storms hit Georgia: NEXT Weather Forecast &amp; weekend outlook]]></title><description><![CDATA[Check out the latest Georgia weather update from the Next Weather Studio. See which areas are getting rain and thunderstorms, what to expect for your commute, and how conditions will shape up heading into Memorial Day weekend.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/scattered-storms-hit-georgia-next-weather-forecast-amp-weekend-outlook/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 23:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/scattered-storms-hit-georgia-next-weather-forecast-amp-weekend-outlook/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pooh Shiesty trial date, ex-police chief arrested, Eagles LB busted &amp; Georgia school security boost]]></title><description><![CDATA[Catch up on trending news: Rapper Pooh Shiesty faces trial for allegedly robbing Gucci Mane, former Warm Springs police chief charged with lying, Eagles linebacker Nolan Smith arrested for reckless driving in Georgia, and Barrow County schools double their resource officers. Download the CBS News app for full coverage.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/pooh-shiesty-trial-date-ex-police-chief-arrested-eagles-lb-busted-amp-georgia-school-security-boost/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 23:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/pooh-shiesty-trial-date-ex-police-chief-arrested-eagles-lb-busted-amp-georgia-school-security-boost/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro Atlanta veterans participate in Wounded Warrior Project Day of Service initiative]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nearly 40 military veterans and their families gathered on Atlanta's Westside Thursday to remove trash along the Beltline as part of a nationwide Wounded Warrior Project Day of Service initiative.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/metro-atlanta-veterans-participate-in-wounded-warrior-project-day-of-service-initiative/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 23:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/metro-atlanta-veterans-participate-in-wounded-warrior-project-day-of-service-initiative/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta working to reduce impact from flooding]]></title><description><![CDATA[Construction has been underway on a massive project designed to help prevent future flooding in Atlanta. It's called the Custer Avenue Multi-Benefit Capacity Relief Project, and it's a 20-million-gallon underground storage facility.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-working-to-reduce-impact-from-flooding/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 23:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-working-to-reduce-impact-from-flooding/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Philadelphia Eagles' Nolan Smith Jr. arrested for allegedly driving 135 mph in Georgia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Philadelphia Eagles outside linebacker Nolan Smith Jr. was arrested in Georgia last week for driving 135 mph in a 70 mph zone, The Associated Press reports.Smith, who won two national championships with the University of Georgia and a Super Bowl with the Eagles, was charged with speeding and reckless driving on Interstate 16 in Twiggs County last Friday, CBS affiliate WMAZ-TV reported. He was taken to Twiggs County Jail and was released on bond.The arrest is the second time Smith has been charge]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/philadelphia-eagles-nolan-smith-jr-arrested-for-allegedly-driving-135-mph-in-georgia/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 23:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/philadelphia-eagles-nolan-smith-jr-arrested-for-allegedly-driving-135-mph-in-georgia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Uzbekistan national team to train in metro Atlanta during 2026 FIFA World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[As excitement builds ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, metro Atlanta is preparing to welcome one of the tournament's newest teams to the global stage.Uzbekistan national football team will use the Atlanta United Training Center (also known as the Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Training Ground) as its official base camp during the tournament, according to an announcement from Atlanta United FC.The team, managed by former World Cup champion and Ballon d'Or winner Fabio Cannavaro, is set to arriv]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/uzbekistan-national-team-to-train-in-metro-atlanta-during-2026-fifa-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 22:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/uzbekistan-national-team-to-train-in-metro-atlanta-during-2026-fifa-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[404 Day shooting: Police searching for new person of interest, increasing reward]]></title><description><![CDATA[Atlanta police are hoping an increased reward will help them learn more about the 404 Day shooting in Piedmont Park that left one teen dead and another injured.The city is now offering a reward&nbsp;of up to $25,000 for information that will help them find who shot and killed 16-year-old Tianah Robinson.According to investigators, the shooting happened around 9 p.m. on April 4, more than an hour after a permitted 404 Day festival ended on the opposite side of the popular Atlanta park.Robinson wa]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/404-day-shooting-police-searching-for-new-person-of-interest-increasing-reward/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 22:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/404-day-shooting-police-searching-for-new-person-of-interest-increasing-reward/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Roblox faces renewed scrutiny as child safety advocates urge FTC investigation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two national child safety advocacy groups are calling on federal regulators to investigate the online gaming platform Roblox, adding to growing legal and political pressure over allegations that children are being exposed to predators through the platform's communication features.Fairplay and the National Center on Sexual Exploitation filed a request Wednesday asking the Federal Trade Commission to investigate Roblox, arguing that the platform's social and communication tools are "developmentall]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/roblox-faces-renewed-scrutiny-as-child-safety-advocates-urge-ftc-investigation/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 21:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/roblox-faces-renewed-scrutiny-as-child-safety-advocates-urge-ftc-investigation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Norfolk Southern train crash under investigation in Hall County; no injuries reported]]></title><description><![CDATA[A train crash in Hall County is under investigation after officials said a Norfolk Southern train struck a lowboy tractor-trailer on the tracks Thursday morning.According to the Hall County Sheriff's Office, the collision happened shortly after 11:30 a.m. near Old Cornelia Highway and Yonah-Homer Road. No injuries have been reported, but several roads in the area have been closed as authorities investigate.Photo courtesy of Hall County Sheriff's Office The Georgia State Patrol is leading the inv]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/norfolk-southern-train-crash-under-investigation-in-hall-county-no-injuries-reported/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 20:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/norfolk-southern-train-crash-under-investigation-in-hall-county-no-injuries-reported/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia DOT suspends interstate lane closures ahead of busy Memorial Day weekend travel]]></title><description><![CDATA[Drivers hitting Georgia roads for Memorial Day weekend can expect heavier traffic, but fewer construction-related delays.The Georgia Department of Transportation announced it will suspend interstate lane closures statewide beginning Friday at noon through Tuesday at 5 a.m. to help ease holiday travel congestion and improve safety for motorists.Even with the suspension, officials warned drivers to stay alert for construction crews still working near roadways and for possible emergency lane closur]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-dot-suspends-interstate-lane-closures-ahead-of-busy-memorial-day-weekend-travel/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 18:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-dot-suspends-interstate-lane-closures-ahead-of-busy-memorial-day-weekend-travel/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cobb investigators searching for additional victims of accused serial rapist]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cobb County detectives are searching for possible victims of a suspect accused of being a serial rapist.Jail records show that 22-year-old Jahmel Palmer has been in custody at the Cobb County Detention Center without bond since May 1 on charges of kidnapping, rape, aggravated assault, burglary, and battery.As part of their investigation, officials say they believe there are other unidentified victims of Palmer who have not come forward. Detectives believe some of the incidents may involve indivi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/cobb-investigators-searching-for-additional-victims-of-accused-serial-rapist/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 18:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/cobb-investigators-searching-for-additional-victims-of-accused-serial-rapist/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta graduate follows grandfather's footsteps at Georgia Tech, continuing legacy of first Black students]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thursday marks a major milestone for hundreds of Atlanta Public Schools (APS) students graduating across the city, with three ceremonies happening at Georgia Tech.For one graduating senior, walking across Georgia Tech's campus carries a deeper meaning.&nbsp;Ralph Long IV, known among friends and family as Ralphie, is graduating from Benjamin E. Mays High School with high honors: a STAR (Student Teacher Achievement Recognition) student, a top 10% graduate of his class, and the highest SAT scorer]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-graduate-follows-grandfathers-footsteps-at-georgia-tech-continuing-legacy-of-first-black-students/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 17:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-graduate-follows-grandfathers-footsteps-at-georgia-tech-continuing-legacy-of-first-black-students/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dallas trial date set for rapper Pooh Shiesty in kidnapping, armed robbery Gucci Mane case]]></title><description><![CDATA[A trial date has been set for Memphis rapper Pooh Shiesty for kidnapping charges after he allegedly pulled a gun during a contract dispute with Atlanta rapper Gucci Mane's record label in Dallas. Pooh Shiesty, whose legal name is Lontrell Williams Jr., is one of nine defendants charged in the January confrontation, which happened at a recording studio on Dallas Parkway. Pooh Shiesty is scheduled to stand trial in federal court in Dallas on July 6. The final pretrial conference is scheduled for J]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dallas-trial-date-set-for-rapper-pooh-shiesty-in-kidnapping-armed-robbery-gucci-mane-case/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 17:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dallas-trial-date-set-for-rapper-pooh-shiesty-in-kidnapping-armed-robbery-gucci-mane-case/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Warm Springs police chief arrested in misconduct investigation, GBI says]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has arrested the former Warm Springs police chief as part of an investigation into misconduct by members and former members of the department.Aisha Al-Khalifa, 41, is now charged with making false statements and violating her oath of office.Authorities say they began their investigation in allegations of police misconduct at the agency on June 26, 2024. During that investigation, the GBI says they determined that Al-Khalifa made false statements to investigato]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/former-warm-springs-police-chief-arrested-in-misconduct-investigation-gbi-says/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 17:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/former-warm-springs-police-chief-arrested-in-misconduct-investigation-gbi-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Barrow County expands SRO program, more than doubling coverage across all schools]]></title><description><![CDATA[Barrow County is putting more law enforcement officers in its schools. A lot more.The Barrow County Board of Commissioners, Board of Education and Sheriff's Office have signed a new tri-party agreement that expands the county's School Resource Officer program from 12 officers to 25, more than doubling the number of deputies assigned to schools across the district.The agreement, signed in early 2026, replaces a previous arrangement that had been in place since 2017 and covers all Barrow County el]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/barrow-county-expands-sro-program-more-than-doubling-coverage-across-all-schools/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 17:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/barrow-county-expands-sro-program-more-than-doubling-coverage-across-all-schools/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More rain, flash flooding expected in metro Atlanta during Memorial Day weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[The CBS News Atlanta NEXT Weather team has issued a NEXT Weather Alert for the holiday weekend. Increasing rain chances will impact North Georgia and metro Atlanta for Memorial Day. After a day of flooding in downtown Atlanta and at the I-75/I-85 connector during rush-hour traffic, more rain is expected.While there is not a big risk of severe storms in the coming days, the main threat will be heavy rain that could lead to localized flooding and even flash flooding, similar to what was seen on th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/more-rain-flash-flooding-expected-in-metro-atlanta-during-memorial-day-weekend/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 16:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/more-rain-flash-flooding-expected-in-metro-atlanta-during-memorial-day-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Flood risk returns to metro Atlanta as stalled front brings days of heavy rain]]></title><description><![CDATA[A stalled weather front is setting up across Georgia, bringing repeated rounds of heavy rain and raising flash flood concerns. Forecasters say localized flooding is possible north of Atlanta and along major corridors after more than 3 inches of rain already soaked parts of the metro. With temperatures in the 70s and 80s, scattered downpours are expected to continue through the holiday weekend, keeping a weather alert in effect through Memorial Day.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/flood-risk-returns-to-metro-atlanta-as-stalled-front-brings-days-of-heavy-rain/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 16:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/flood-risk-returns-to-metro-atlanta-as-stalled-front-brings-days-of-heavy-rain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Keisha Lance Bottoms says Georgia voters care more about costs than "MAGA agenda"]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Atlanta mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms captured the Georgia Democratic gubernatorial primary with 56% of the vote on Tuesday, surpassing the majority threshold needed to avoid a runoff and positioning herself as the Democratic nominee heading into the November general election."We have a very powerful campaign that's ready to take on whoever comes out of this Republican primary in November," Bottoms said in an interview with CBS News "The Takeout" following her victory.Bottoms said the margin]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/keisha-lance-bottoms-says-georgia-voters-care-more-about-costs-than-maga-agenda/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 15:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/keisha-lance-bottoms-says-georgia-voters-care-more-about-costs-than-maga-agenda/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chef who cooked for Oprah Winfrey and the Obama family is preserving Gullah Geechee culture in Georgia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chef Carlos Brown has prepared world-class meals for high-profile people like Oprah Winfrey, Jim Carrey, and the Obamas. However, when he made the decision to open his restaurant in McDonough, Georgia, his primary goal was to ensure his rich cultural heritage became a local staple.The high-end dining room at Pandora on the Square doubles as a cultural classroom. Visitors looking at the menu are immediately taken on a culinary journey in Gullah Geechee culture. It features dishes seasoned with a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/chef-who-cooked-for-oprah-winfrey-and-the-obama-family-is-preserving-gullah-geechee-culture-in-georgia/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 14:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/chef-who-cooked-for-oprah-winfrey-and-the-obama-family-is-preserving-gullah-geechee-culture-in-georgia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How AI could help Atlanta build faster as the metro area grows]]></title><description><![CDATA[Artificial intelligence is making its way onto construction sites across metro Atlanta, where crews are working to keep up with the region's rapid growth.The Atlanta Regional Commission projects the metro area could grow to nearly 8 million people by 2050. That growth is expected to increase demand for homes, schools, roads and other major infrastructure projects.KP Reddy, CEO of the Atlanta-based company Zero RFI, said artificial intelligence could help construction teams manage complex project]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/how-ai-could-help-atlanta-build-faster-as-the-metro-area-grows/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 14:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/how-ai-could-help-atlanta-build-faster-as-the-metro-area-grows/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta builders turn to AI as metro growth fuels housing demand]]></title><description><![CDATA[Artificial intelligence is becoming a bigger part of construction projects across metro Atlanta as crews race to keep up with the region&rsquo;s rapid growth. With the Atlanta Regional Commission projecting the metro area could reach nearly 8 million people by 2050, companies are using AI to help manage timelines, budgets, drawings and safety on job sites. Industry leaders say the technology is helping reduce delays and save thousands of hours as demand for housing and infrastructure continues t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-builders-turn-to-ai-as-metro-growth-fuels-housing-demand/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 14:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-builders-turn-to-ai-as-metro-growth-fuels-housing-demand/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celebrity Chef Carlos Brown shares Gullah Geechee history through food in Georgia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chef Carlos Brown is using food to preserve and celebrate Gullah Geechee culture in Georgia. From his Smithsonian-recognized shrimp and grits to traditional okra soup and red rice, the McDonough chef shares family recipes and history passed down through generations. Brown, who has cooked for Oprah, the Obamas and other celebrities, says every dish at Pandora on the Square tells a story rooted in heritage, resilience and legacy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/celebrity-chef-carlos-brown-shares-gullah-geechee-history-through-food-in-georgia/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 13:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/celebrity-chef-carlos-brown-shares-gullah-geechee-history-through-food-in-georgia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[APS graduate following in grandfather's footsteps at Georgia Tech]]></title><description><![CDATA[More than 60 years after helping break racial barriers at Georgia Tech, one of the school&rsquo;s first Black students is watching his grandson continue the family legacy. Ralph Long Jr., one of the &ldquo;Three Pioneers,&rdquo; admitted in 1961, returned to campus as his grandson prepares to graduate at the top of his class and attend Georgia Tech to study computer engineering.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/aps-graduate-following-in-grandfathers-footsteps-at-georgia-tech/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 13:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/aps-graduate-following-in-grandfathers-footsteps-at-georgia-tech/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angel Reese, Atlanta Dream prep for rematch with Dallas Wings]]></title><description><![CDATA[Despite dropping their home opener Sunday, the Atlanta Dream are off to a strong start. They will now turn their attention to a rematch with the Dallas Aces.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/angel-reese-atlanta-dream-prep-for-rematch-with-dallas-wings/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 13:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/angel-reese-atlanta-dream-prep-for-rematch-with-dallas-wings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Waymo driverless car gets stuck in Atlanta flash flooding]]></title><description><![CDATA[Heavy rain and flash flooding caused major problems across Atlanta, shutting down parts of the Downtown Connector near Baker Street and leaving several cars stranded in rising water. One driver climbed onto the roof of a submerged vehicle before being rescued. Floodwaters also trapped a Waymo driverless car on North Avenue, prompting the company to pause service in Atlanta until conditions improved.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/waymo-driverless-car-gets-stuck-in-atlanta-flash-flooding/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 13:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/waymo-driverless-car-gets-stuck-in-atlanta-flash-flooding/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[After deadly San Diego mosque shooting, metro Atlanta Muslims call for unity and safety]]></title><description><![CDATA[Members of the Muslim community in metro Atlanta are putting out a call to action in preventing further tragedies at mosque locations across the country.&nbsp;The push for addressing issues of violence, anti-muslim rhetoric, and faith-based hate has returned top of mind following a deadly shooting at a San Diego, California mosque this week where three people were killed and more than 100 children were at the time of the attack.Metro Atlanta is home to dozens of mosques, including Roswell Commun]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/after-deadly-san-diego-mosque-shooting-metro-atlanta-muslims-call-for-unity-and-safety/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 13:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/after-deadly-san-diego-mosque-shooting-metro-atlanta-muslims-call-for-unity-and-safety/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro Atlanta Muslim community pushes for safety after San Diego mosque shooting]]></title><description><![CDATA[Members of the Muslim community in metro Atlanta are putting out a call to action in preventing further tragedies at mosque locations across the country.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/metro-atlanta-muslim-community-pushes-for-safety-after-san-diego-mosque-shooting/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 13:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/metro-atlanta-muslim-community-pushes-for-safety-after-san-diego-mosque-shooting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Philadelphia Eagles' Nolan Smith arrested for speeding in Twiggs County, Georgia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Philadelphia Eagles outside linebacker Nolan Smith was arrested in Georgia last week for speeding, CBS affiliate WMAZ-TV reported Wednesday night.Smith, who won two national championships with the University of Georgia and a Super Bowl with the Eagles, was charged with speeding and reckless driving on Interstate 16 in Twiggs County last Friday, WMAZ-TV reported. He was taken to Twiggs County Jail and has since been released on bond.&nbsp;In April, the Eagles exercised the fifth-year option on Sm]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/philadelphia-eagles-nolan-smith-arrested-for-speeding-in-twiggs-county-georgia/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 05:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/philadelphia-eagles-nolan-smith-arrested-for-speeding-in-twiggs-county-georgia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Social media influencer charged in murder-for-hire plot to kill child's father during custody dispute]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office on Tuesday charged social media influencer Gabriela Gonzalez, her father and her former boyfriend with a plot to kill former boy band singer Jack Avery &mdash; the father of her 7-year-old daughter &mdash; during a 2020 custody dispute.&nbsp;Gabriela Gonzalez, 24, her father Francisco Gonzalez, 59, and her former boyfriend Faron Cordrey, 26, were charged with attempted murder, conspiracy to commit murder and solicitation of murder.District Attorn]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/social-media-influencer-charged-in-murder-for-hire-plot-to-kill-childs-father-during-custody-dispute/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 02:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/social-media-influencer-charged-in-murder-for-hire-plot-to-kill-childs-father-during-custody-dispute/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[TSA workers closely watching possibility of privatizing screenings at Atlanta airport]]></title><description><![CDATA[A former Transportation Security Administration officer with ties to current Atlanta TSA workers said many workers are concerned about losing federal benefits and long-term job security after Atlanta leaders approved a plan to study privatized passenger screening at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.Earlier this week, the Atlanta City Council approved a resolution requesting a feasibility study into whether the city's airport should move to a privatized screening model under TSA's]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/tsa-workers-closely-watching-possibility-of-privatizing-screenings-at-atlanta-airport/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 00:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/tsa-workers-closely-watching-possibility-of-privatizing-screenings-at-atlanta-airport/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta considers private airport security at Hartsfield-Jackson]]></title><description><![CDATA[If Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport moves to a privatized screening model, it would be the the largest airport in the country using it.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-considers-private-airport-security-at-hartsfield-jackson/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 00:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-considers-private-airport-security-at-hartsfield-jackson/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Voters share what's important to them in the race for Georgia governor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms will face either Lt. Gov. Burt Jones or Rick Jackson in November, and, after Georgia voters have a lot to say about the state of politics in the Peach State.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/voters-share-whats-important-to-them-in-the-race-for-georgia-governor/</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 00:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/voters-share-whats-important-to-them-in-the-race-for-georgia-governor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Flash flooding leads some Atlanta drivers trapped near Downtown Connector]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Flash Flood Warning is in effect for parts of the metro Atlanta until late Wednesday night as a massive storm stays in the area. The rain has already flooded some roads and left drivers stuck in their cars.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/flash-flooding-leads-some-atlanta-drivers-trapped-near-downtown-connector/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 23:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/flash-flooding-leads-some-atlanta-drivers-trapped-near-downtown-connector/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is the United States prepared for another possible pandemic?]]></title><description><![CDATA[With infectious virus making headlines, many are questioning how prepared the country is for another pandemic.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/is-the-united-states-prepared-for-another-possible-pandemic/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 23:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/is-the-united-states-prepared-for-another-possible-pandemic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Regional Commission warns locals to be ready for FIFA World Cup commutes]]></title><description><![CDATA[You don't have to love soccer to feel the impact of the FIFA World Cup coming to Atlanta this summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-regional-commission-warns-locals-to-be-ready-for-fifa-world-cup-commutes/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 23:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-regional-commission-warns-locals-to-be-ready-for-fifa-world-cup-commutes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Goodwill program helps Georgians with criminal pasts get 2nd chance through job training]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgians with criminal backgrounds are finding work and purpose with a second chance, all thanks to a Goodwill program.Goodwill of North Georgia is helping thousands of formerly incarcerated people earn trade certifications and find jobs.Ieshia Woodard, a recent graduate of the free program, says it has renewed her motivation."It's very hard to get a job with a criminal background. Goodwill gave me direction. It made me excited for a first time in a long time," Woodard said. Woodard learned abo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/goodwill-program-helps-georgians-with-criminal-pasts-get-2nd-chance-through-job-training/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 23:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/goodwill-program-helps-georgians-with-criminal-pasts-get-2nd-chance-through-job-training/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Goodwill program provides vital job skills to Georgians]]></title><description><![CDATA[Goodwill of North Georgia is helping thousands of formerly incarcerated people earn trade certifications and find jobs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/goodwill-program-provides-vital-job-skills-to-georgians/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 23:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/goodwill-program-provides-vital-job-skills-to-georgians/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Technical College opens Datacenter Training Academy]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new academy is designed to prepare students for careers powering the digital infrastructure of today and tomorrow.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-technical-college-opens-datacenter-training-academy/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 23:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-technical-college-opens-datacenter-training-academy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia GOP Senate race goes to runoff between Collins and Dooley]]></title><description><![CDATA[The race to face off against Sen. Jon Ossoff has come down to Rep. Mike Collins and former football coach Derek Dooley. Skyler Henry took a look at where the state stands ahead of the June runoff.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-gop-senate-race-goes-to-runoff-between-collins-and-dooley/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 23:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-gop-senate-race-goes-to-runoff-between-collins-and-dooley/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to avoid Atlanta traffic during the FIFA World Cup this summer]]></title><description><![CDATA[You don't have to love soccer to feel the impact of the FIFA World Cup coming to Atlanta this summer.The World Cup kicks off in Atlanta on June 15, bringing eight matches and an estimated 330,000 visitors to the region. With 65,000 spectators expected per match at Atlanta Stadium, which seats 73,019, traffic will be a major factor for anyone commuting in and around the city, whether they have a ticket or not.The Atlanta Regional Commission is warning commuters to expect heavy congestion for roug]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/how-to-avoid-atlanta-traffic-during-the-fifa-world-cup-this-summer/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 20:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/how-to-avoid-atlanta-traffic-during-the-fifa-world-cup-this-summer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FIFA World Cup could make getting around Atlanta much harder this summer]]></title><description><![CDATA[You don't have to love soccer to feel the impact of the FIFA World Cup coming to Atlanta this summer.The World Cup kicks off in Atlanta on June 15, bringing eight matches and an estimated 330,000 visitors to the region. With 65,000 spectators expected per match at Atlanta Stadium, which seats 73,019, traffic will be a major factor for anyone commuting in and around the city, whether they have a ticket or not.The Atlanta Regional Commission is warning commuters to expect heavy congestion for roug]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/fifa-world-cup-could-make-getting-around-atlanta-much-harder-this-summer/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 20:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/fifa-world-cup-could-make-getting-around-atlanta-much-harder-this-summer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hiker injured in Georgia's remote Cohutta Wilderness airlifted to safety by helicopter]]></title><description><![CDATA[A hiker who was injured on a remote Georgia trail is recovering after a rescue operation over the weekend, Fannin County officials say.Fannin County EMA says they received a 911 call around 2:30 p.m. on Sunday after an injured hiker was stuck in a remote part of the Cohutta Wilderness."Many of these trails are extremely difficult to access, with multiple creek crossings, washouts, and sections that are no longer maintained," the agency wrote on Facebook.Rescuers were able to reach the hiker arou]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/hiker-injured-in-georgias-remote-cohutta-wilderness-airlifted-to-safety-by-helicopter/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 19:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/hiker-injured-in-georgias-remote-cohutta-wilderness-airlifted-to-safety-by-helicopter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta's park system now one of the top 20 in the nation in annual ParkScore ranking]]></title><description><![CDATA[Atlanta's park system is now one of the 20 best in the nation, according to a new ranking by a national organization.&nbsp;This week, the Trust for Public Land announced that Atlanta has ranked 18th in its annual ParkScore Index, a comparison of park systems of the 100 most populous cities in the United States.The new ranking is three higher than in 2025, and a great leap from a decade ago, when Georgia's largest city ranked 51st.With a score of 67.9 out of 100, Atlanta was ranked between San Di]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlantas-park-system-now-one-of-the-top-20-in-the-nation-in-annual-parkscore-ranking/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 18:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlantas-park-system-now-one-of-the-top-20-in-the-nation-in-annual-parkscore-ranking/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lawrenceville annexation referendum fails as voters reject plan to expand city limits]]></title><description><![CDATA[Voters just outside Lawrenceville's city limits have decided they want to stay that way.Residents in the proposed annexation area voted against expanding the City of Lawrenceville's boundaries in the General Primary Election on Wednesday, rejecting a referendum that would have added an estimated 19,000 people to the city and expanded its boundaries in Gwinnett County.The ballot question appeared near the end of Tuesday's ballot and asked voters simply: "Shall the Act which annexes certain land i]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/lawrenceville-annexation-referendum-fails-as-voters-reject-plan-to-expand-city-limits/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 18:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/lawrenceville-annexation-referendum-fails-as-voters-reject-plan-to-expand-city-limits/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[GBI arrests 6 after drug trafficking investigation leads to bust at Conyers home, authorities say]]></title><description><![CDATA[A months-long investigation into a suspected drug trafficking organization has led to the arrest of six people, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation said.Authorities say the arrests happened after executing a search warrant at a home in Conyers by the GBI Metro Gang Task Force, GBI Special Operations Unit, Georgia State Patrol, and Conyers Police Department on May 8.Investigators say they seized around 24 pounds of suspected marijuana, 41 grams of suspected Xanax, and six firearms in the search.O]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gbi-arrests-6-after-drug-trafficking-investigation-leads-to-bust-at-conyers-home-authorities-say/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 17:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gbi-arrests-6-after-drug-trafficking-investigation-leads-to-bust-at-conyers-home-authorities-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hartsfield-Jackson prepares for surge in Memorial Day travelers with 2.7 million passengers expected]]></title><description><![CDATA[Officials at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport expect nearly 2.7 million travelers to pass through the airport during the Memorial Day weekend travel period.That figure is about 100,000 more than the number of passengers who traveled during the same holiday period in 2025. Leaders at the "world's busiest airport" say they are prepared to handle the increase."Memorial Day marks the start of one of our busiest travel seasons, and our focus at Hartsfield-Jackson is making sure passen]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/hartsfield-jackson-prepares-for-surge-in-memorial-day-travelers-with-27-million-passengers-expected/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 17:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/hartsfield-jackson-prepares-for-surge-in-memorial-day-travelers-with-27-million-passengers-expected/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Barney Frank, Massachusetts congressman for 32 years, dies at 86]]></title><description><![CDATA[Barney Frank, an outspoken Democrat who represented Massachusetts in Congress for 32 years, has died.Jim Segel, Frank's friend and former campaign manager, confirmed to CBS News that the 86-year-old died Tuesday. Frank had been in hospice care for congestive heart failure at his home in Ogunquit, Maine."People should leave their legacies to other people to describe,"&nbsp;Frank once said.For those outside his inner circle of family and friends, the public legacy of the late congressman from Newt]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/barney-frank-massachusetts-congressman-for-32-years-dies-at-86/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 16:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/barney-frank-massachusetts-congressman-for-32-years-dies-at-86/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2 suspects facing charges after large police investigation at Sandy Springs park, officials say]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sandy Springs police have identified two suspects arrested during an investigation at a local park that caused a nearby polling place to shut down for hours on Tuesday.Authorities say they received reports of a man "dressed in military style gear" who got into an argument with someone and then entered the woods at Morgan Falls Overlook Park.The 911 caller also reported hearing gunshots, leading to a large police response out of caution.A search for a man dressed in military-style gear led to the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/2-suspects-facing-charges-after-large-police-investigation-at-sandy-springs-park-officials-say/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 16:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/2-suspects-facing-charges-after-large-police-investigation-at-sandy-springs-park-officials-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[School news station helps Atlanta students build confidence and teamwork]]></title><description><![CDATA[Students at Drew Charter School are getting an early start in journalism through the school's student-run news station, WDCS, where elementary students write scripts, operate cameras, and anchor live broadcasts."Station WDCS, I like to call it my baby," said Joi Thrash, dean of students at Drew Charter Elementary School and the driving force behind the program.Thrash serves as assistant principal, journalism teacher and mentor for the students who participate in the broadcasts. She said the prog]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/school-news-station-helps-atlanta-students-build-confidence-and-teamwork/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 16:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/school-news-station-helps-atlanta-students-build-confidence-and-teamwork/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Athens-Clarke County police officer, 2 others charged in child abuse investigation, GBI says]]></title><description><![CDATA[An Athens-Clarke County police investigator has been terminated from his job and is facing charges in connection with a child abuse investigation, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation says.Authorities say 52-year-old William Gipson is one of three arrested as part of the investigation.According to the GBI, the case began on May 11 when the Franklin County Sheriff's Office requested their help with a child abuse investigation. The investigation then led to the arrests of William Gipson, 54-year-ol]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/athens-clarke-county-police-officer-2-others-charged-in-child-abuse-investigation-gbi-says/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 16:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/athens-clarke-county-police-officer-2-others-charged-in-child-abuse-investigation-gbi-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia family's decision to donate son's organs helps save dozens of lives]]></title><description><![CDATA[This spring marks five years since LifeLink of Georgia and Piedmont Atlanta Hospital partnered to create a space dedicated to families of loved ones going through the organ donation process.&nbsp;While thousands of Georgians are still waiting, the Donor Care Unit at Piedmont Atlanta is recognizing a milestone as they march on to save and extend more lives.More than a thousand names are on the 'Tree of Life' wall of LifeLink of Georgia's offices. Their names are marked to remember the more than 3]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-familys-decision-to-donate-sons-organs-helps-save-dozens-of-lives/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 16:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-familys-decision-to-donate-sons-organs-helps-save-dozens-of-lives/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta weather forecast: Storm chances rise as heat nears 90 ahead of rainy weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[North Georgia is heating up with temperatures near 90 degrees before showers and thunderstorms move in later today. CBS News Atlanta NEXT Weather meteorologist Troy Bridges is also tracking a soggy weekend with stronger storms, gusty winds and higher rain chances across metro Atlanta.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-weather-forecast-storm-chances-rise-as-heat-nears-90-ahead-of-rainy-weekend/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 14:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-weather-forecast-storm-chances-rise-as-heat-nears-90-ahead-of-rainy-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marlon, Shawn Wayans hit Magic City to promote "Scary Movie 3"]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Wayans brothers are pulling out all the stops to promote "Scary Movie 3." Marlon and Shawn hit Magic City in Atlanta after premiering the new movie at Regal Atlantic Station.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/marlon-shawn-wayans-hit-magic-city-to-promote-scary-movie-3/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 14:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/marlon-shawn-wayans-hit-magic-city-to-promote-scary-movie-3/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia primary election results: Keisha Lance Bottoms wins as key GOP runoffs emerge]]></title><description><![CDATA[More than 2 million Georgians voted in the 2026 primary election, setting up major runoff races for governor and U.S. Senate. Keisha Lance Bottoms secured the Democratic gubernatorial nomination, while Burt Jones, Rick Jackson, Mike Collins and Derek Dooley advanced to closely watched GOP runoffs ahead of November.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-primary-election-results-keisha-lance-bottoms-wins-as-key-gop-runoffs-emerge/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 14:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-primary-election-results-keisha-lance-bottoms-wins-as-key-gop-runoffs-emerge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia organ donor milestone highlights urgent need for lifesaving transplants]]></title><description><![CDATA[More than 3,000 Georgians are waiting for organ transplants as LifeLink of Georgia marks a major donor milestone. One Forsyth County family is turning heartbreak into hope after their 17-year-old son saved dozens of lives through organ donation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-organ-donor-milestone-highlights-urgent-need-for-lifesaving-transplants/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 14:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-organ-donor-milestone-highlights-urgent-need-for-lifesaving-transplants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia voters compare massive primary ballot to CVS receipt]]></title><description><![CDATA[With Georgia&rsquo;s lengthy primary ballot drawing attention, voters on weigh in on political ads, down-ballot races and whether they&rsquo;re ready for November. CBS News Atlanta hit the Beltline to ask one big question: what&rsquo;s longer, the ballot or a CVS receipt?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-voters-compare-massive-primary-ballot-to-cvs-receipt/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 13:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-voters-compare-massive-primary-ballot-to-cvs-receipt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rep. Jasmine Clark wins Democratic nomination for Georgia's 13th Congressional District, CBS News projects]]></title><description><![CDATA[State Rep. Jasmine Clark has received enough votes to avoid a runoff in a closely watched Democratic primary race to replace the late U.S. Rep. David Scott in Georgia's 13th Congressional District, CBS News projects.Clark, who has been in the Georgia House of Representatives since 2019, is projected to have fought off a crowded field of candidates to get over 50% of the the Democratic primary vote in the district.Jasmine Clark has served in the Georgia House of Representatives since 2019.Courtes]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/rep-jasmine-clark-wins-democratic-nomination-for-georgias-13th-congressional-district-cbs-news-projects/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 13:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/rep-jasmine-clark-wins-democratic-nomination-for-georgias-13th-congressional-district-cbs-news-projects/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Democratic runoff set in Georgia's 7th District primary, McCormick runs unopposed]]></title><description><![CDATA[The race to be the Democratic Party's nominee to take on Republican Rep. Rich McCormick for Georgia's 7th District is heading to a runoff, CBS News projects.With no candidate receiving over 50% of the vote. The two candidates with the most votes, Navy vet and attorneyTony Kozycki and Filmmaker Case Norton, will face off in the runoff election, which will take place in June.Kozycki completed three combat deployments in the Middle East and spent three years embedded with the Royal Australian Air F]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/democratic-runoff-set-in-georgias-7th-district-primary-mccormick-runs-unopposed/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 13:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/democratic-runoff-set-in-georgias-7th-district-primary-mccormick-runs-unopposed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kennedy, Dolezal headed for runoff in Georgia's Republican lieutenant governor primary, CBS News projects]]></title><description><![CDATA[Senate President Pro Tem John Kennedy is heading to a runoff with fellow state Senator Greg Dolezal for Georgia lieutenant governor, CBS News projects.With a crowded field of seven candidates, no one received more than 50% of the vote during Tuesday's primary election, leading to a head-to-head race between the two candidates with the greatest share of the vote in June.Kennedy, the top-ranking Republican in Georgia's state Senate, was first elected to the state Senate in 2014. He was chosen by h]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/kennedy-dolezal-headed-for-runoff-in-georgias-republican-lieutenant-governor-primary-cbs-news-projects/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 13:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/kennedy-dolezal-headed-for-runoff-in-georgias-republican-lieutenant-governor-primary-cbs-news-projects/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia Republicans renew scrutiny of Stacey Abram's New Georgia Project as questions grow over election oversight]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nearly seven years after allegations first emerged about the New Georgia Project's ties to Stacey Abrams' 2018 gubernatorial campaign, Georgia Republicans are reviving scrutiny of the organization through a state Senate investigative committee.It's unclear what the committee is specifically looking into.In an interview with CBS News Atlanta, Greg Dolezal, a Republican state senator and current candidate for lieutenant governor, defended the Senate's ongoing inquiry as a matter of "election integ]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-republicans-renew-scrutiny-of-stacey-abrams-new-georgia-project-as-questions-grow-over-election-oversight/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 12:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-republicans-renew-scrutiny-of-stacey-abrams-new-georgia-project-as-questions-grow-over-election-oversight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[See 2026 Georgia primary election results from key local races]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia voters weighed in on key races for U.S. Senate, governor, Congress and other statewide offices.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/see-2026-georgia-primary-election-results-from-key-local-races/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 05:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/see-2026-georgia-primary-election-results-from-key-local-races/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kevin Martin wins Republican primary to face Lucy McBath for Georgia's 6th District seat, CBS News projects]]></title><description><![CDATA[Smyrna controller Kevin Martin has defeated Justin Pinker in the Republican primary to represent Georgia's 6th Congressional District in Washington, CBS News projects.Martin will now face four-term incumbent Rep. Lucy McBath in November's general election. The district, which contains part of Atlanta as well as sections of Cobb, Douglas, Fayette, and Fulton counties, heavily leaned Democratic in the 2024 election.A gun control advocate, McBath first won election to Congress in 2018,&nbsp;ousting]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/kevin-martin-wins-republican-primary-to-face-lucy-mcbath-for-georgias-6th-district-seat-cbs-news-projects/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 05:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/kevin-martin-wins-republican-primary-to-face-lucy-mcbath-for-georgias-6th-district-seat-cbs-news-projects/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sports with Sam: Falcons QB Battle heats up at OTAs- Penix Jr. vs. Tagovailoa]]></title><description><![CDATA[It&rsquo;s day two of OTAs at the Atlanta Falcons training facility, and all eyes are on the quarterback competition. Michael Penix Jr., fresh off knee surgery, and Tua Tagovailoa are pushing each other for the starting job while supporting one another on and off the field. Sam Crenshaw brings you the latest from Flowery Branch, where every rep counts for the Falcons&rsquo; future.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/sports-with-sam-falcons-qb-battle-heats-up-at-otas-penix-jr-vs-tagovailoa/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 05:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/sports-with-sam-falcons-qb-battle-heats-up-at-otas-penix-jr-vs-tagovailoa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senate moves to limit Trump’s War powers on Iran as nation faces tragedy and wildfires]]></title><description><![CDATA[In a close 50-47 vote, the Senate advanced legislation to restrict President Trump&rsquo;s authority to take military action against Iran without Congressional approval&mdash;though its final passage remains uncertain. Meanwhile, communities mourn after a deadly mosque shooting in San Diego, and firefighters battle major wildfires across California. Get the latest updates from Washington and across the nation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/senate-moves-to-limit-trumps-war-powers-on-iran-as-nation-faces-tragedy-and-wildfires/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 05:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/senate-moves-to-limit-trumps-war-powers-on-iran-as-nation-faces-tragedy-and-wildfires/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia weather update: Warm days, scattered storms ahead for Memorial Day]]></title><description><![CDATA[Meteorologist Orelon Sidney delivers a complete 360&deg; look at Georgia&rsquo;s weather, with warm nights, daytime highs near 90, and scattered showers and thunderstorms in the forecast. Find out what to expect for your Memorial Day weekend and how shifting conditions could impact your plans.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-weather-update-warm-days-scattered-storms-ahead-for-memorial-day/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 05:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-weather-update-warm-days-scattered-storms-ahead-for-memorial-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Keisha Lance Bottoms wins Democratic nomination for Georgia governor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live from downtown Atlanta, Keisha Lance Bottoms celebrates her decisive primary victory&mdash;becoming the Democratic nominee for governor without a runoff. The former Atlanta mayor thanks her supporters, vows to focus on expanding Medicaid and protecting voter rights, and promises to get straight to work on her campaign&rsquo;s next chapter. CBS News Atlanta's Daniel Wilkerson reports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/keisha-lance-bottoms-wins-democratic-nomination-for-georgia-governor/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 05:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/keisha-lance-bottoms-wins-democratic-nomination-for-georgia-governor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Record early voting in Georgia’s primary: What’s at stake for both parties]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia&rsquo;s primary election is drawing record turnout, with over a million voters casting ballots early&mdash;surpassing 2022&rsquo;s numbers. With high-profile races, soaring campaign spending, and control of Congress on the line, both Democrats and Republicans are vying for every vote. TJ Anthony breaks down the numbers and explains why Georgia is at the center of the national political stage.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/record-early-voting-in-georgias-primary-whats-at-stake-for-both-parties/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 05:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/record-early-voting-in-georgias-primary-whats-at-stake-for-both-parties/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Over 2 million votes cast in Georgia primary as counting continues]]></title><description><![CDATA[More than two million Georgians participated in this year&rsquo;s primary election, with 54% selecting Democratic ballots and 44% choosing Republican ones. As officials work late into the night to tally remaining votes&mdash;especially in Fulton County&mdash;CBS&rsquo;s Rashad Williams reports live from the election operations center on the latest updates and delays impacting the final results.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/over-2-million-votes-cast-in-georgia-primary-as-counting-continues/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 05:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/over-2-million-votes-cast-in-georgia-primary-as-counting-continues/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2026 Georgia primary results]]></title><description><![CDATA[Join CBS News Atlanta for up-to-the-minute updates, team and live coverage of the 2026 Georgia primary election results as votes are counted across the state.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/2026-georgia-primary-results/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 05:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/2026-georgia-primary-results/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nikema Williams wins Georgia District 5 primary, setting up rematch in November, CBS News projects]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rep. Nikema Williams has won the Democratic primary in Georgia's 5th Congressional District, likely securing her another two years in the U.S. House of Representatives, CBS News projects.The incumbent Democratic lawmaker faced one challenger in the primary, Arnetress Beatty, whose slogan was "Vote me, or else."A former lobbyist for Williams Planned Parenthood Southeast, Williams became first vice chair of the Democratic Party of Georgia in 2011. She was elected as a state senator in 2017 and par]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/nikema-williams-wins-georgia-district-5-primary-setting-up-rematch-in-november-cbs-news-projects/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 05:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/nikema-williams-wins-georgia-district-5-primary-setting-up-rematch-in-november-cbs-news-projects/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[McLaurin, Parkes headed to runoff in Georgia Democratic lieutenant governor primary, CBS News projects]]></title><description><![CDATA[The race to be the Democratic Party's nominee for Georgia lieutenant governor is heading to a runoff.No candidate received more than 50% during Tuesday's primary election, meaning that the two candidates with the largest share of the vote, state Sen. Josh McLaurin and former state Sen. Nabilah Parkes, will face off in June's runoff.McLaurin, a resident of Sandy Springs, has been in the state Senate for 4 years. McLaurin was previously elected to the Georgia House in 2018. He's frequently spoken]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/mclaurin-parkes-headed-to-runoff-in-georgia-democratic-lieutenant-governor-primary-cbs-news-projects/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 05:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/mclaurin-parkes-headed-to-runoff-in-georgia-democratic-lieutenant-governor-primary-cbs-news-projects/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kennedy makes runoff in Georgia's Republican lieutenant governor primary, CBS News projects]]></title><description><![CDATA[Senate President Pro Tem John Kennedy is heading to a runoff with one of the other Republican candidates for Georgia lieutenant governor, CBS News projects.With a crowded field of seven candidates, no one received more than 50% of the vote during Tuesday's primary election, leading to a head-to-head race between the two candidates with the greatest share of the vote in June.Kennedy, the top-ranking Republican in Georgia's state Senate, was first elected to the state Senate in 2014. He was chosen]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/kennedy-makes-runoff-in-georgias-republican-lieutenant-governor-primary-cbs-news-projects/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 04:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/kennedy-makes-runoff-in-georgias-republican-lieutenant-governor-primary-cbs-news-projects/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Keisha Lance Bottoms avoids runoff to win Georgia Democratic governor primary, CBS News projects]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms has avoided a runoff and will be the Democratic nominee for Georgia governor, CBS News projects.Bottoms, who previously served as mayor of Atlanta and later as a senior adviser in the Biden administration, is projected to receive more than 50% of the vote, securing her the nomination.The former mayor, the only Black woman running in the race, focused her campaign heavily on voting rights, healthcare access, economic equity and defending Democratic gains]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/keisha-lance-bottoms-avoids-runoff-to-win-georgia-democratic-governor-primary-cbs-news-projects/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 04:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/keisha-lance-bottoms-avoids-runoff-to-win-georgia-democratic-governor-primary-cbs-news-projects/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tanya Miller, Brian Strickland to face off in Georgia attorney general race after primary wins, CBS News projects]]></title><description><![CDATA[CBS News projects Tanya Miller has won the Democratic primary for Georgia attorney general, while Brian Strickland secured the Republican nomination in one of the state's most closely watched statewide races.Miller, a Georgia state representative and chair of the House Democratic Caucus, emerged from the Democratic primary after running on a platform centered on public corruption, consumer protection and defending working families. She will now advance to the general election as Democrats seek t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/tanya-miller-brian-strickland-to-face-off-in-georgia-attorney-general-race-after-primary-wins-cbs-news-projects/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 03:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/tanya-miller-brian-strickland-to-face-off-in-georgia-attorney-general-race-after-primary-wins-cbs-news-projects/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Burt Jones and Rick Jackson heading to runoff in Georgia GOP governor's race, CBS News projects]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia Republicans will have to wait a little longer to pick their next gubernatorial nominee.&nbsp;Neither Lt. Gov. Burt Jones nor billionaire healthcare executive Rick Jackson are projected to secured the majority of votes needed to win Tuesday's Republican primary for governor outright, sending the two top finishers into a runoff election scheduled for June 16.&nbsp;Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger, Attorney General Chris Carr, and other candidates were eliminated from the race.The runo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/burt-jones-and-rick-jackson-heading-to-runoff-in-georgia-gop-governors-race-cbs-news-projects/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 02:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/burt-jones-and-rick-jackson-heading-to-runoff-in-georgia-gop-governors-race-cbs-news-projects/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Live Updates: 2026 Georgia primary election live results as voting wraps up]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia voters are weighing in on key races for U.S. Senate, governor, Congress and other statewide offices.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/live-updates-2026-georgia-primary-election-live-results-as-voting-wraps-up/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 01:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/live-updates-2026-georgia-primary-election-live-results-as-voting-wraps-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What were those questions on Georgia primary ballots?]]></title><description><![CDATA[While Georgia&rsquo;s primary election featured marquee races for governor, Congress, and the state Supreme Court, voters also weighed in on a set of non-binding political questions unique to each party&rsquo;s ballot. These questions are designed to measure public opinion on key issues, offering lawmakers and candidates a glimpse into voter priorities as they prepare for future legislative battles and campaigns.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/what-were-those-questions-on-georgia-primary-ballots/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 00:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/what-were-those-questions-on-georgia-primary-ballots/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia nonprofit Harts of Teal supports women diagnosed with ovarian cancer]]></title><description><![CDATA[After a Fayetteville woman was diagnosed with ovarian cancer, she saw the need for resources for women living through something similar. When Kim Airhart said she was blindsided after she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2020."I went and had a couple different opinions with some different doctors and finally was able to discover the fact that I had, in fact, almost a stage 4 diagnosis," Airhart said. "It was all over my abdomen, my spleen, my liver." Through her own journey, she started Hart]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-nonprofit-harts-of-teal-supports-women-diagnosed-with-ovarian-cancer/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 00:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-nonprofit-harts-of-teal-supports-women-diagnosed-with-ovarian-cancer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hearts of Teal: How one woman’s ovarian cancer journey sparked a nationwide support network]]></title><description><![CDATA[When Kim Airhart was diagnosed with late-stage ovarian cancer, she turned her struggle into action&mdash;founding Hearts of Teal to connect and empower women facing similar battles. The nonprofit now brings survivors and patients together across Metro Atlanta and beyond, offering resources, support, and community. As ovarian cancer diagnoses rise, Hearts of Teal is making a life-changing difference, one teal sister at a time.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/hearts-of-teal-how-one-womans-ovarian-cancer-journey-sparked-a-nationwide-support-network/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 23:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/hearts-of-teal-how-one-womans-ovarian-cancer-journey-sparked-a-nationwide-support-network/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why adults are flocking to summer camp]]></title><description><![CDATA[Summer camp isn&rsquo;t just for kids anymore. As burnout rises, more adults are heading back to camp for sing-alongs, friendship bracelets, and a chance to rediscover their inner child. CBS&rsquo;s Gwen Baumgartner explores how grown-up camps are helping people find community, creativity, and much-needed respite from daily stress.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/why-adults-are-flocking-to-summer-camp/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 23:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/why-adults-are-flocking-to-summer-camp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta launches major effort to protect longtime residents from displacement]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mayor Andre Dickens&rsquo; office unveils an expanded Neighborhood Reinvestment Initiative aimed at supporting economically distressed communities and fighting displacement. The proposed legislation seeks to strengthen protections for Atlanta&rsquo;s longtime residents while addressing housing and economic challenges across the city.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-launches-major-effort-to-protect-longtime-residents-from-displacement/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 23:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-launches-major-effort-to-protect-longtime-residents-from-displacement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hot, humid, and stormy: Georgia’s NEXT Weather Forecast for Memorial Day weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Meteorologist Orelon Sidney breaks down what&rsquo;s ahead as warm temperatures, rising humidity, and scattered thunderstorms roll into Georgia. Get a 360&deg; look at your local forecast, tips for voting day, and what to expect for your holiday weekend plans.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/hot-humid-and-stormy-georgias-next-weather-forecast-for-memorial-day-weekend/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 23:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/hot-humid-and-stormy-georgias-next-weather-forecast-for-memorial-day-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Crowded group of candidates vying for shot at being Georgia's next governor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia Republican and Democratic candidates are hoping for voters to turn out to help them win their primary outright or get into the June runoff.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/crowded-group-of-candidates-vying-for-shot-at-being-georgias-next-governor/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 23:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/crowded-group-of-candidates-vying-for-shot-at-being-georgias-next-governor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ossoff runs unopposed as Georgia GOP primary becomes a showdown to unseat him]]></title><description><![CDATA[As Democrat Jon Ossoff runs unopposed, Republicans battle for a shot at his Senate seat&mdash;featuring former football coach Derek Dooley, two sitting Congressmen, and big-name endorsements.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/ossoff-runs-unopposed-as-georgia-gop-primary-becomes-a-showdown-to-unseat-him/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 23:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/ossoff-runs-unopposed-as-georgia-gop-primary-becomes-a-showdown-to-unseat-him/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Voters casting their ballots in Georgia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia is one of six states with primaries taking place on Tuesday, and more than 1.4 million people have already cast their ballots on races that could have major statewide impacts.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/voters-casting-their-ballots-in-georgia/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 23:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/voters-casting-their-ballots-in-georgia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia health officials confirm 3 cases of measles in metro Atlanta family]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia health officials say they have confirmed three new cases of measles in a metro Atlanta family who had recently traveled internationally.In a news release, the Georgia Department of Public Health said the family was not vaccinated.While the family was not infectious during their travels, health officials are now working to identify anyone who may have been exposed to the highly infectious virus when they returned home and developed symptoms.Officials have not shared any other identifying]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-health-officials-confirm-3-cases-of-measles-in-metro-atlanta-family/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 22:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-health-officials-confirm-3-cases-of-measles-in-metro-atlanta-family/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Judge voids emergency restraining order from Georgia Republicans against Raffensperger]]></title><description><![CDATA[A judge has voided an order that would have allowed State Election Board members and Republican congressional observers into the room where Georgia's statewide vote totals are received and reported on election night.The ruling comes hours after Georgia Republicans escalated a dispute with Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger on Monday, filing a lawsuit and they be allowed into the state's Election Night Reporting Room, also known as "the bunker."State Sen. Greg Dolezal, R-Cumming, announced Mon]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/judge-voids-emergency-restraining-order-from-georgia-republicans-against-raffensperger/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 21:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/judge-voids-emergency-restraining-order-from-georgia-republicans-against-raffensperger/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stone Mountain High School student shot, injured near bus stop]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Stone Mountain High School student was shot at her bus stop Tuesday morning, and now police are searching for the shooter.&nbsp;The DeKalb County Police Department said its officers responded around 7:51 a.m. to Stone Mill Drive and Juliette Road. At the bus stop, officers said one patient had very minor injuries.&nbsp;In a statement, DeKalb County School District confirmed the incident involved a Stone Mountain High School student who sustained an injury at a bus stop on Tuesday morning. Emer]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/stone-mountain-high-school-student-shot-injured-near-bus-stop/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 20:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/stone-mountain-high-school-student-shot-injured-near-bus-stop/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Illinois mayor Tiffany Henyard seeks political comeback in Fulton County]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tiffany Henyard, the former mayor of Dolton, Illinois, is now seeking public office in metro Atlanta.Henyard is running for the District 5 seat on the Fulton County Board of Commissioners.&nbsp;Her campaign comes after years of national scrutiny tied to her time in office in Illinois, where federal investigators have looked into spending and taxpayer money connected to Dolton and Thornton Township. Henyard has not been charged.Fulton County election officials voted in April to allow Henyard to r]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/former-illinois-mayor-tiffany-henyard-seeks-political-comeback-in-fulton-county/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 18:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/former-illinois-mayor-tiffany-henyard-seeks-political-comeback-in-fulton-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[School bus ends up in ditch after crash with SUV in DeKalb County; 2 people taken to hospital]]></title><description><![CDATA[A school bus ended up in a ditch early Tuesday morning after a crash involving an SUV in DeKalb County, officials said.DeKalb County police said officers were called around 6:10 a.m. Tuesday to Klondike Road and Wesley Providence Parkway for a reported collision between a school bus and an SUV.When officers arrived, they found the school bus off the roadway in a ditch.Police initially reported no serious injuries, but said the investigation is ongoing.DeKalb County School District officials late]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/school-bus-ends-up-in-ditch-after-crash-with-suv-in-dekalb-county-2-people-taken-to-hospital/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 17:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/school-bus-ends-up-in-ditch-after-crash-with-suv-in-dekalb-county-2-people-taken-to-hospital/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sandy Springs officer returns to duty months after being hit on GA-400: "My goal was to get back to normal"]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Sandy Springs police officer who was nearly killed while working a crash on GA-400 is now back in uniform.Officer Joseph Citta was hit last September while working outside his patrol car at a crash scene in Sandy Springs. Police said a motorcyclist traveling more than 100 mph hit another vehicle before striking Citta.Police records show the rider was later charged with DUI, reckless driving and serious injury by vehicle.&nbsp;Court records show the case is still pending, and jail records show]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/sandy-springs-officer-returns-to-duty-months-after-being-hit-on-ga-400-my-goal-was-to-get-back-to-normal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 15:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/sandy-springs-officer-returns-to-duty-months-after-being-hit-on-ga-400-my-goal-was-to-get-back-to-normal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Officer seriously injured in GA-400 crash returns to duty in Sandy Springs]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Sandy Springs police officer who was nearly killed while working a crash on GA-400 is now back in uniform.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/officer-seriously-injured-in-ga-400-crash-returns-to-duty-in-sandy-springs/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 15:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/officer-seriously-injured-in-ga-400-crash-returns-to-duty-in-sandy-springs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta health inspectors prepare restaurants and vendors for World Cup crowds]]></title><description><![CDATA[As the countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup continues, Fulton County food inspectors are making sure Atlanta eateries are serving up safety.&nbsp;Whether it's inside a restaurant, a food truck, or a temporary tent, food inspectors are being dispatched all over Fulton County. Before FIFA festivities fill up "The A," the health department wants to make sure that what fills your stomach is safe.Local health leadership emphasizes that the sheer scale of preparation required for this global tournamen]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-health-inspectors-prepare-restaurants-and-vendors-for-world-cup-crowds/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 15:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-health-inspectors-prepare-restaurants-and-vendors-for-world-cup-crowds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Before the World Cup arrives, Atlanta food inspectors are working behind the scenes]]></title><description><![CDATA[As the countdown to the FIFA World Cup continues, Fulton County food inspectors are making sure Atlanta eateries are serving up safety.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/before-the-world-cup-arrives-atlanta-food-inspectors-are-working-behind-the-scenes/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 14:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/before-the-world-cup-arrives-atlanta-food-inspectors-are-working-behind-the-scenes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia Republicans seek emergency restraining order against Raffensperger over election transparency]]></title><description><![CDATA[A lawsuit, a congressional letter and calls for federal intervention were all filed the day before Georgia's primary election.Georgia Republicans escalated a dispute with Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger on Monday, filing a lawsuit and requesting congressional observers after Raffensperger declined to allow State Election Board members into the room where Georgia's statewide vote totals are received and reported on election night.State Sen. Greg Dolezal, R-Cumming, announced Monday that he]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-republicans-seek-emergency-restraining-order-against-raffensperger-over-election-transparency/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 13:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-republicans-seek-emergency-restraining-order-against-raffensperger-over-election-transparency/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Dolton, Illinois mayor Tiffany Henyard mounting a political comeback]]></title><description><![CDATA[A former Illinois mayor who faced national scrutiny and a federal investigation is now seeking a political comeback in Atlanta. Tiffany Henyard is running for the District 5 seat on the Fulton County Board of Commissioners.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/former-dolton-illinois-mayor-tiffany-henyard-mounting-a-political-comeback/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 13:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/former-dolton-illinois-mayor-tiffany-henyard-mounting-a-political-comeback/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Live Updates: 2026 Georgia primary election live updates as voters weigh in on key local races]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia voters are weighing in on key races for U.S. Senate, governor, Congress and other statewide offices.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/live-updates-2026-georgia-primary-election-live-updates-as-voters-weigh-in-on-key-local-races/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 12:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/live-updates-2026-georgia-primary-election-live-updates-as-voters-weigh-in-on-key-local-races/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[3 Georgia Supreme Court seats up for election, activists highlight the stakes]]></title><description><![CDATA[With three seats on the Georgia Supreme Court on the ballot, voting rights activists in Atlanta stress the high stakes for the future of justice and civil rights in the state. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.; stay in line if you arrive before closing. Catch CBS News Atlanta&rsquo;s team coverage of all the big races tomorrow night at 11.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/3-georgia-supreme-court-seats-up-for-election-activists-highlight-the-stakes/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 05:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/3-georgia-supreme-court-seats-up-for-election-activists-highlight-the-stakes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fulton County boosts Election Day security, vows to protect poll workers’ info]]></title><description><![CDATA[As voters head to the polls, Fulton County Chairman Rob Pitts announces increased police presence at voting sites to keep Election Day safe. Pitts also pledges to fight efforts to release 2020 election workers&rsquo; personal information, stressing the county&rsquo;s commitment to protecting staff from harassment and intimidation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/fulton-county-boosts-election-day-security-vows-to-protect-poll-workers-info/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 05:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/fulton-county-boosts-election-day-security-vows-to-protect-poll-workers-info/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stunning night sky: Venus, Jupiter, and the moon shine bright over Atlanta]]></title><description><![CDATA[Look up! Venus, Jupiter, and a radiant silver moon are putting on a spectacular show in the night sky&mdash;visible even from the city. Next Weather Meteorologist Orelon Sidney says clear skies and pleasant temps will make for perfect viewing through Wednesday. Don&rsquo;t miss your chance to catch this celestial trio lighting up the evening!]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/stunning-night-sky-venus-jupiter-and-the-moon-shine-bright-over-atlanta/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 05:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/stunning-night-sky-venus-jupiter-and-the-moon-shine-bright-over-atlanta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bomb threat at Zoo Atlanta forces evacuation amid national wave of hoaxes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Zoo Atlanta was evacuated over the weekend after a bomb threat, which authorities later confirmed was a hoax. The incident comes as similar threats target zoos and public spaces nationwide, leaving Atlanta&rsquo;s Grant Park community shaken but undeterred. Hear from residents, staff, and police as CBS News Atlanta&rsquo;s Monique John reports on the zoo&rsquo;s safety response and the growing trend of public safety scares.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/bomb-threat-at-zoo-atlanta-forces-evacuation-amid-national-wave-of-hoaxes/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 05:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/bomb-threat-at-zoo-atlanta-forces-evacuation-amid-national-wave-of-hoaxes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Miami Marlins shut out MLB-leading Atlanta Braves 12-0 Monday night]]></title><description><![CDATA[Javier Sanoja hit his first career grand slam, Joe Mack drove in four runs and the Miami Marlins shut out the MLB-leading Atlanta Braves 12-0 on Monday night.Max Meyer (4-0) continued his strong start to the season, limiting the Braves to just three hits over six innings while striking out six and lowering his team-leading ERA to 2.85.John King, Calvin Faucher and Lake Bachar combined for a one-hitter the final three innings as the Marlins (22-26) took the first of four games between NL East riv]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/miami-marlins-shut-out-mlb-leading-atlanta-braves-12-0-monday-night/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 04:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/miami-marlins-shut-out-mlb-leading-atlanta-braves-12-0-monday-night/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North Paulding takes on Parkview in Georgia high school baseball playoffs]]></title><description><![CDATA[After splitting two games over the weekend, Monday will determine whether North Paulding or Parkview move in the Georgia high school baseball playoffs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/north-paulding-takes-on-parkview-in-georgia-high-school-baseball-playoffs/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 00:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/north-paulding-takes-on-parkview-in-georgia-high-school-baseball-playoffs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia sees record-breaking early voting numbers ahead of Tuesday's primary election]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia's May primary has seen a record-breaking turnout from voters heading to the polls before Tuesday.According to data from the Secretary of State's office, over 1 million people cast their ballot early in the primary - 14% of the total active voters in the state .With the turnout, Georgia elections officials saw significantly more Democrats cast their ballots early and by mail-in vote. The data showed that Democratic turnout has been much higher than their Republican counterparts, with abou]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-sees-record-breaking-early-voting-numbers-ahead-of-tuesdays-primary-election/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 00:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-sees-record-breaking-early-voting-numbers-ahead-of-tuesdays-primary-election/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former CNN Center reopens as The CTR with new Atlanta food hall]]></title><description><![CDATA[This week is the first step forward in the transformation of the former CNN Center. Now called The CTR (pronounced "center"), it opens to the public Thursday, debuting as a new food hall.Renderings show what the first floor will look like once everything is complete.CBS News Atlanta There will be 11 food options. Some will be open this week, and the rest will be ready before the World Cup.Ahead of the grand opening, CBS News Atlanta got a tour to see how it's looking.&nbsp;Here are the food opti]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/former-cnn-center-reopens-as-the-ctr-with-new-atlanta-food-hall/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 00:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/former-cnn-center-reopens-as-the-ctr-with-new-atlanta-food-hall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former CNN Center reopening as The CTR with new Atlanta food hall]]></title><description><![CDATA[The former CNN Center, now called The CTR, opens to the public soon, debuting as a new food hall.Renderings show what the first floor will look like once everything is complete.There will be 11 food options. Developers say doors will open sometime between May 21 and June 12.CBS News Atlanta Ahead of the grand opening, CBS News Atlanta got a tour to see how it's looking.&nbsp;Here are the food options that will be opening:Southern Belle Chicken Co. &ndash; Southern-inspired chicken concept led by]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/former-cnn-center-reopening-as-the-ctr-with-new-atlanta-food-hall/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 00:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/former-cnn-center-reopening-as-the-ctr-with-new-atlanta-food-hall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta business owners feel impact of I-285's weekend construction shutdown]]></title><description><![CDATA[The construction project on Interstate 285 not only caused major traffic delays over the weekend. It also led to slower business for some in Southwest Atlanta.The Georgia Department of Transportation completed some construction work on I-285 between the MLK Drive and Cascade Road exits over the weekend. But GDOT officials say drivers should expect more construction and interstate shutdowns throughout the year.For Cafe Bartique on Cascade Road, the construction may have kept customers away."This]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-business-owners-feel-impact-of-i-285s-weekend-construction-shutdown/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 00:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-business-owners-feel-impact-of-i-285s-weekend-construction-shutdown/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The CTR opens in downtown Atlanta's former CNN Center space this week]]></title><description><![CDATA[This week is the first step forward in the transformation of the former CNN Center. Now called The CTR (pronounced "center"), it opens to the public Thursday, debuting as a new food hall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/the-ctr-opens-in-downtown-atlantas-former-cnn-center-space-this-week/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 00:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/the-ctr-opens-in-downtown-atlantas-former-cnn-center-space-this-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Businesses feel the impact of the I-285 weekend closure]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some businesses in southwest Atlanta say the I-285 construction project left them with much slower business than the usual weekend, and officials say drivers should expect more shutdowns throughout the year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/businesses-feel-the-impact-of-the-i-285-weekend-closure/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 00:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/businesses-feel-the-impact-of-the-i-285-weekend-closure/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Democrats see high turnout in early voting for Georgia primary]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia elections officials saw significantly more Democrats cast their ballots early and by mail-in vote ahead of Tuesday's crucial primary.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/democrats-see-high-turnout-in-early-voting-for-georgia-primary/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 00:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/democrats-see-high-turnout-in-early-voting-for-georgia-primary/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Primary Day features major statewide Georgia races]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tuesday's primary ballot in Georgia is long, crowded and possibly overwhelming for some voters. That particularly true among Republicans, where competitive races for Senate, governor, and statewide positions are all being shaped by one force: President Trump's endorsement.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/primary-day-features-major-statewide-georgia-races/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 00:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/primary-day-features-major-statewide-georgia-races/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rain chances rising throughout the week in Georgia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Election Day is nearly here, and Georgia will be a seeing a good bit of rain between then and Memorial Day weekend.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/rain-chances-rising-throughout-the-week-in-georgia/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 23:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/rain-chances-rising-throughout-the-week-in-georgia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta History Center celebrates 100 years with 'Atlanta in 100 Objects' exhibit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Not only is the United States celebrating a big milestone this year, but the Atlanta History Center is, too.&nbsp;Founded in 1926 to preserve and study Atlanta's history, the center is celebrating 100 years.&nbsp;To honor the occasion, the center has launched "Atlanta in 100 Objects" &mdash; an exhibit using artifacts to help tell the story of the city.&nbsp;With over 60,000 items to choose from across its 33-acre campus, the Atlanta History Center had its work cut out when it came to selecting]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-history-center-celebrates-100-years-with-atlanta-in-100-objects-exhibit/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 23:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-history-center-celebrates-100-years-with-atlanta-in-100-objects-exhibit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta History Center celebrates 100 years of preserve city's culture]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta History Center is celebrating 100 years, and to honor the occasion, the institution has created an exhibit using artifacts to help tell the story of the city.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-history-center-celebrates-100-years-of-preserve-citys-culture/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 23:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-history-center-celebrates-100-years-of-preserve-citys-culture/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HealthWatch: Understanding the early warning signs of mental illness]]></title><description><![CDATA[Many Americans who are suffering from a mental illness go undiagnosed and untreated, but mental health and wellbeing is as important as your physical health.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/healthwatch-understanding-the-early-warning-signs-of-mental-illness/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 23:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/healthwatch-understanding-the-early-warning-signs-of-mental-illness/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Swatch store in Atlanta forced to close after overwhelming crowds for watch launch]]></title><description><![CDATA[A special-edition Swatch watch triggered crowds across stores around the country and forced the brand's Atlanta stores to close before it even opened.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/swatch-store-in-atlanta-forced-to-close-after-overwhelming-crowds-for-watch-launch/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 23:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/swatch-store-in-atlanta-forced-to-close-after-overwhelming-crowds-for-watch-launch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police release bodycam video of arrest in deadly Atlanta Beltline stabbing]]></title><description><![CDATA[New video shows the moment authorities arrested the man accused of stabbing a woman to death on Atlanta's popular Beltline last weekThe footage, released by the Atlanta Police Department, shows officers approaching 21-year-old Jahmare Brown with guns drawn.When officers encountered Brown a short time after the stabbing, he was riding the bicycle investigators say he used to flee the scene.Brown was booked into the Fulton County Jail and is being held on charges including murder, aggravated assau]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/police-release-bodycam-video-of-arrest-in-deadly-atlanta-beltline-stabbing/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 23:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/police-release-bodycam-video-of-arrest-in-deadly-atlanta-beltline-stabbing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police release bodycam video of Beltline stabbing suspect's arrest]]></title><description><![CDATA[New video shows the moment authorities arrested the man accused of stabbing a woman to death on Atlanta's popular Beltline last week]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/police-release-bodycam-video-of-beltline-stabbing-suspects-arrest/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 23:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/police-release-bodycam-video-of-beltline-stabbing-suspects-arrest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta ranked nation's best sports business city ahead of World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Atlanta has been named the top sports business city in the country by Sports Business Journal.The annual ranking evaluated U.S. markets on business opportunity, economic conditions and feedback from nearly 120 sports industry executives. The publication pointed to Atlanta's stadiums and arenas, corporate partnerships, major sporting events and growing soccer culture as key reasons for the No. 1 ranking."This recognition from Sports Business Journal is really a reflection of the incredible collab]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-ranked-nations-best-sports-business-city-ahead-of-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 19:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-ranked-nations-best-sports-business-city-ahead-of-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Small-town Georgia mayor resigns weeks after firing entire police department]]></title><description><![CDATA[The mayor of a small northwest Georgia town has resigned following controversy tied to his decision to&nbsp;fire the town's entire police department.According to a Cohutta city official, former Mayor Ron Shinnick submitted his resignation last week, and the city council accepted it Friday.A special council meeting is scheduled for Wednesday to select an interim mayor, the official said.Shinnick had served as Cohutta's mayor since 2014.The resignation comes after Shinnick fired the entire Cohutta]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/small-town-georgia-mayor-resigns-weeks-after-firing-entire-police-department/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 17:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/small-town-georgia-mayor-resigns-weeks-after-firing-entire-police-department/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sumter County detention officer arrested for jail contraband scheme, sheriff says]]></title><description><![CDATA[A central Georgia detention officer could face&nbsp;a decade in prison after he was charged as part of an investigation into contraband at the Sumter County Jail.In a Facebook post, Sumter County Sheriff Eric D. Bryant said that the investigation began when his staff conducted a search at the jail and found cell phones, cigarettes, and handmade weapons.Last week, Bryant said investigators arrested Officer Javian Quintrell Blake, accusing him of buying phones and cigarettes and smuggling them int]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/sumter-county-detention-officer-arrested-for-jail-contraband-scheme-sheriff-says/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 17:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/sumter-county-detention-officer-arrested-for-jail-contraband-scheme-sheriff-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia woman who faked being pregnant teen and threatened couples sentenced to federal prison]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Georgia woman will spend nearly two years in federal prison after officials say she pretended to be a pregnant teenager to cyberstalk and threaten two Tennessee couples who were looking to adopt a baby.Last year, 30-year-old Athens resident Gabryele Watson pleaded guilty to four counts of cyberstalking, two counts of communicating threats to injure in interstate commerce, and two counts of unlawful use of a means of identification.Prosecutors say Watson pretended to be a pregnant teen, copying]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-woman-who-faked-being-pregnant-teen-and-threatened-couples-sentenced-to-federal-prison/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 16:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-woman-who-faked-being-pregnant-teen-and-threatened-couples-sentenced-to-federal-prison/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zoo Atlanta evacuated due to bomb threat hoax over the weekend, officials say]]></title><description><![CDATA[A bomb threat led to the evacuation of Zoo Atlanta over the weekend, officials say.In a statement, zoo officials said that they received the threat late Saturday afternoon and evacuated all guests and team members from the grounds.Officials believe the incident may have been part of a series of threats made to zoos across the country in recent months. Over the weekend, at least five other zoos received either active shooter or bomb threats, CBS News affiliates report. All of the threats, includi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/zoo-atlanta-evacuated-due-to-bomb-threat-hoax-over-the-weekend-officials-say/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 16:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/zoo-atlanta-evacuated-due-to-bomb-threat-hoax-over-the-weekend-officials-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta considers privatized TSA screening after partial government shutdown travel chaos]]></title><description><![CDATA[A proposal aimed at preventing another airport security meltdown at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport is now gaining attention at Atlanta City Hall.&nbsp;After travelers faced hours-long TSA lines during March's federal shutdown, District 3 Councilman Byron Amos wants to explore whether privatized security screening could keep passengers moving during future disruptions.Amos has proposed a 90-day feasibility study to look into privatized airport screening through TSA's Screening Partnersh]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-considers-privatized-tsa-screening-after-partial-government-shutdown-travel-chaos/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 16:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-considers-privatized-tsa-screening-after-partial-government-shutdown-travel-chaos/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia weather forecast: Storm chances return after warm, muggy start]]></title><description><![CDATA[North Georgia starts the day warm and humid with dry roads, but rain and storm chances are building later this week. CBS News Atlanta NEXT Weather meteorologist Jonathan Myers is tracking a stronger system moving in Wednesday that could bring heavy rain and possible severe weather to metro Atlanta and surrounding areas.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-weather-forecast-storm-chances-return-after-warm-muggy-start/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 16:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-weather-forecast-storm-chances-return-after-warm-muggy-start/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[At least 4 Georgians sick as multistate salmonella outbreak linked to backyard poultry grows]]></title><description><![CDATA[Four Georgians are among 184 people across 31 states who have gotten sick in a growing multistate salmonella outbreak tied to contact with backyard poultry, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.The CDC is investigating three separate but related outbreaks involving Salmonella Enteritidis, Mbandaka and Saintpaul strains. As of May 4, illnesses have been reported from 31 states, with cases dating back to January 17. Of the 154 people who reported symptoms, 53, about 34%, hav]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/at-least-4-georgians-sick-as-multistate-salmonella-outbreak-linked-to-backyard-poultry-grows/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 15:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/at-least-4-georgians-sick-as-multistate-salmonella-outbreak-linked-to-backyard-poultry-grows/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I-285 reopens in both directions after weekend closure in southwest Atlanta]]></title><description><![CDATA[A stretch of I-285 in southwest Atlanta between Martin Luther King Jr. Drive and Cascade Road reopened around 5 a.m. Monday, following a full weekend shutdown that sent traffic spilling through nearby neighborhoods and onto alternate routes across the metro area.Vehicles were moving freely in both directions as the morning commute got underway.The closure, which began at 7 p.m. Friday, May 15, shut down all northbound and southbound lanes of I-285 between exit 7 at Cascade Road and exit 9 at Mar]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/i-285-reopens-in-both-directions-after-weekend-closure-in-southwest-atlanta/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 14:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/i-285-reopens-in-both-directions-after-weekend-closure-in-southwest-atlanta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta students get early start in journalism through school-run newsroom]]></title><description><![CDATA[Students at the Drew Charter School in Atlanta's East Lake neighborhood are getting an early start to their journalism careers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-students-get-early-start-in-journalism-through-school-run-newsroom/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 13:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-students-get-early-start-in-journalism-through-school-run-newsroom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Dream fall to Las Vegas Aces after Chelsea Gray’s clutch final shot]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Dream came within seconds of a statement win Sunday before Chelsea Gray hit the game-winning jumper with 3.6 seconds left to give the Las Vegas Aces an 85-84 victory at a sold-out State Farm Arena. Allisha Gray scored 25 points for Atlanta, while rookie Madina Okot recorded her first career double-double in the loss.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-dream-fall-to-las-vegas-aces-after-chelsea-grays-clutch-final-shot/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 12:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-dream-fall-to-las-vegas-aces-after-chelsea-grays-clutch-final-shot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Atlanta considers privatizing airport security]]></title><description><![CDATA[Could privatized airport security help prevent the kind of massive delays travelers saw at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport during the partial government shutdown? That's the question being raised by Atlanta's City Council.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/city-of-atlanta-considers-privatizing-airport-security/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 12:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/city-of-atlanta-considers-privatizing-airport-security/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[At least 6 Americans in Congo exposed to Ebola]]></title><description><![CDATA[The World Health Organization this week declared the Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda a "public health emergency of international concern." At least six Americans were exposed to Ebola virus in the Democratic Republic of Congo, sources with international aid organizations told CBS News, although it was unclear if any had been infected.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/at-least-6-americans-in-congo-exposed-to-ebola/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 12:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/at-least-6-americans-in-congo-exposed-to-ebola/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chris Paul tells Morehouse graduates to "build a bigger table" during 2026 commencement address]]></title><description><![CDATA[NBA star Chris Paul challenged graduates at Morehouse College's 2026 commencement ceremony to lead with accountability, purpose and collective responsibility during a wide-ranging speech Sunday that blended humor, personal reflection and lessons learned from basketball.Paul, who received an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree from the historically Black college, opened his speech by jokingly embracing his new title."To be clear, henceforth and forevermore, I would like to be referred to as]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/chris-paul-tells-morehouse-graduates-to-build-a-bigger-table-during-2026-commencement-address/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 00:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/chris-paul-tells-morehouse-graduates-to-build-a-bigger-table-during-2026-commencement-address/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dogs take flight at West Cobb's annual Paws Fest in Marietta]]></title><description><![CDATA[Families, pet lovers and high-flying canines gathered at The Avenue West Cobb this weekend as the shopping center hosted its annual Paws Fest, featuring DockDogs competitions, live entertainment and pet-focused vendors.The free two-day event brought together dog owners from across metro Atlanta to watch canine athletes compete in dock-diving events, including Big Air, Extreme Vertical and Speed Retrieve competitions.&nbsp;"We are doing our annual Paws Fest. It's our fourth year doing it," said D]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dogs-take-flight-at-west-cobbs-annual-paws-fest-in-marietta/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 23:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dogs-take-flight-at-west-cobbs-annual-paws-fest-in-marietta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Dream fall to defending champion Las Vegas Aces 85-84 in heartbreaking home opener]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Las Vegas Aces escaped Atlanta with an 85-84 win Sunday, as Chelsea Gray hit the go-ahead jumper with 3.6 seconds left to spoil the Dream's sold-out home opener at State Farm Arena.With 36 seconds left and Atlanta trailing by one, Jordin Canada pounced on an A'ja Wilson turnover, drove the length of the floor and converted a running layup to give the Dream an 84-83 lead. But Gray answered with a 12-foot pullup jumper in the lane with 3.6 seconds remaining to put Las Vegas back on top 85-84.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-dream-fall-to-defending-champion-las-vegas-aces-85-84-in-heartbreaking-home-opener/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 23:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-dream-fall-to-defending-champion-las-vegas-aces-85-84-in-heartbreaking-home-opener/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia GOP secretary of state primary shaped by debate over 2020 election claims]]></title><description><![CDATA[The specter of the 2020 election &mdash; when President Donald Trump refused to accept his loss to Democrat Joe Biden &mdash; continues to haunt Georgia and casts a long shadow over the Republican primary for candidates vying to be the state's top election official.Georgia's current secretary of state, Brad Raffensperger, became a household name when he defended the state's election results against Trump's false claims about widespread voter fraud and resisted the president's urging to help "fin]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-gop-secretary-of-state-primary-shaped-by-debate-over-2020-election-claims/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 22:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-gop-secretary-of-state-primary-shaped-by-debate-over-2020-election-claims/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Supreme Court voting rights decision raises concerns over Black representation in Southern states]]></title><description><![CDATA[Same fight. New generation. That's the mantra of a multiracial group of civil rights leaders and activists organizing opposition to a mostly white conservative alliance dismantling the Voting Rights Act and political districts that allowed Black and other nonwhite voters to choose more of their elected leaders for the last half-century."We have to respond as quickly as possible," NAACP President Derrick Johnson said in an interview. "The real question," Johnson told The Associated Press, "is how]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/new-supreme-court-voting-rights-decision-raises-concerns-over-black-representation-in-southern-states/</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 22:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/new-supreme-court-voting-rights-decision-raises-concerns-over-black-representation-in-southern-states/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spelman College celebrating graduation with historic number of valedictorians]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spelman College has seven valedictorians for the first time in the school's history.This group is part of a historic class at the all-women's historically Black college.All seven students are graduating with a perfect GPA. They all have big dreams. Some hope to become doctors, some lawyers."When I think of something that we say at Spelman, which is to be educated, we are that," said Cori'Anna White, one of seven valedictorians. "Being able to embrace this moment with six fellow valedictorians. I]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/spelman-college-celebrating-graduation-with-historic-number-of-valedictorians/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 00:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/spelman-college-celebrating-graduation-with-historic-number-of-valedictorians/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meet the Savannah Banana's dancing umpire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Vincent "Vinny" Chapman started umpiring Little League games as a teen and is now turning heads with his amazing dance moves during Savannah Banana games.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/meet-the-savannah-bananas-dancing-umpire/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 00:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/meet-the-savannah-bananas-dancing-umpire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spelman College makes history with seven valedictorians]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the first time in Spelman College's history, the historically-Black college has seven valedictorians.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/spelman-college-makes-history-with-seven-valedictorians/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 00:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/spelman-college-makes-history-with-seven-valedictorians/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gov. Kemp extends Georgia's gas tax suspension until early June]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp has extended the suspension of the state's gas tax for two additional weeks.A House bill suspending the 33-cents-per-gallon tax on gas was set to end next week. The new executive order means it will now continue through June 3.This is a breaking news story and will be updated as soon as possible.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gov-kemp-extends-georgias-gas-tax-suspension-until-early-june/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 00:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gov-kemp-extends-georgias-gas-tax-suspension-until-early-june/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta leaders comment on Beltline safety after deadly stabbing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens acknowledged many people are concerned following the attack because of how heavily used the Beltline is every day.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-leaders-comment-on-beltline-safety-after-deadly-stabbing/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 00:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-leaders-comment-on-beltline-safety-after-deadly-stabbing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia gets a quick weekend warmup with chances of storms]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's going to feel like June or July this weekend in Georgia, which means high temperatures and possible storms.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-gets-a-quick-weekend-warmup-with-chances-of-storms/</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 00:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-gets-a-quick-weekend-warmup-with-chances-of-storms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia bike shop helps refugees with reliable transportation]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the city of Clarkston, Narrow Path Cycles gives back to the community by helping people get moving.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-bike-shop-helps-refugees-with-reliable-transportation/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 23:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-bike-shop-helps-refugees-with-reliable-transportation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Research suggests birding may help with cognitive decline]]></title><description><![CDATA[Birding may be good for the brain, guarding against dementia and other forms of cognitive decline, new research reveals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/research-suggests-birding-may-help-with-cognitive-decline/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 23:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/research-suggests-birding-may-help-with-cognitive-decline/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New technology improving car safety: Here are the safest models]]></title><description><![CDATA[More than a hundred Americans die in car accidents every day, and saving a life could come down to just seconds on the road.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/new-technology-improving-car-safety-here-are-the-safest-models/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 23:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/new-technology-improving-car-safety-here-are-the-safest-models/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Part of I-285 shutting down this weekend for construction project]]></title><description><![CDATA[After a delay last weekend, the Georgia Department of Transportation says crews are ready to try again to begin a massive project that will keep Interstate 285 shut down for days.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/part-of-i-285-shutting-down-this-weekend-for-construction-project/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 23:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/part-of-i-285-shutting-down-this-weekend-for-construction-project/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Passengers on hantavirus-hit cruise ship moved from Emory to Nebraska hospital]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two people from the MV Hondius cruise ship who have been under observation at Emory University Hospital for days are now reunited with other passengers in Nebraska.The two individuals, described by officials only as a couple, were taken to Emory via ambulance from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport on Monday after authorities said one of them showed mild symptoms that could have been connected with the virus.The day after they arrived at the Atlanta hospital, officials said the sym]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/passengers-on-hantavirus-hit-cruise-ship-moved-from-emory-to-nebraska-hospital/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 23:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/passengers-on-hantavirus-hit-cruise-ship-moved-from-emory-to-nebraska-hospital/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Emory physicist takes science out of the lab and onto the playground]]></title><description><![CDATA[Inside a small lab at Emory University's Math &amp; Science Center, physicist Justin Burton spends his days teaching and asking some very big questions.How do dust particles behave in plasma? How fast are glaciers melting? Is it possible to handle delicate materials without ever touching them by levitating them with sound?"If you look at those particles, it's quite complex," Burton said, gesturing toward a video monitor displaying an experiment in progress.Burton's research has earned recognitio]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/emory-physicist-takes-science-out-of-the-lab-and-onto-the-playground/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 23:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/emory-physicist-takes-science-out-of-the-lab-and-onto-the-playground/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Emory physicist makes science explode for students]]></title><description><![CDATA[Almost every month, Emory University physicist Justin Burton and his graduate students step out of the lab and bring loud, colorful experiments to younger students.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/emory-physicist-makes-science-explode-for-students/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 23:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/emory-physicist-makes-science-explode-for-students/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Dream sell out home opener against defending champion Las Vegas Aces at State Farm Arena]]></title><description><![CDATA[The excitement surrounding the&nbsp;Atlanta Dream&nbsp;is showing up in ticket sales.The team announced Friday that its home opener against the defending champion Las Vegas Aces at State Farm Arena on Sunday is officially sold out. It's the 45th consecutive sold-out game for the franchise, dating back to the 2023 season. The streak, however, does not include previous games at State Farm Arena.ARLINGTON, TEXAS - MAY 12: Angel Reese #5 of the Atlanta Dream celebrates a three point shot during the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-dream-sell-out-home-opener-against-defending-champion-las-vegas-aces-at-state-farm-arena/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 20:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-dream-sell-out-home-opener-against-defending-champion-las-vegas-aces-at-state-farm-arena/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gov. Kemp extends Hall County Sheriff Gerald Couch's suspension after 2nd arrest]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp has extended the suspension of the Hall County sheriff after he was arrested last week.Hall County Sheriff Gerald Couch has been suspended since March following his arrest on a DUI charge. That suspension was set to end this week, but Kemp's executive order will extend it until June.In late February, one of Couch's deputies stopped an unmarked vehicle the 63-year-old was driving for failing to maintain his lane. After realizing the driver was the sheriff, the deputy reque]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gov-kemp-extends-hall-county-sheriff-gerald-couchs-suspension-after-2nd-arrest/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 20:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gov-kemp-extends-hall-county-sheriff-gerald-couchs-suspension-after-2nd-arrest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Recent University of Georgia graduate dies after jumping off cliff into Alabama lake]]></title><description><![CDATA[A trip to celebrate a University of Georgia student's recent graduation ended in tragedy when he died after jumping off a cliff into an Alabama lake.On Wednesday afternoon, Montgomery Fire Rescue said they received a call for help involving a missing swimmer, later identified by law enforcement to AL.com as 24-year-old Jayden Barreto of Columbus, Georgia.The fire department said that Barreto disappeared while at Chimney Rock, a popular landmark on Lake Martin. His body was found by divers severa]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/recent-university-of-georgia-graduate-dies-after-jumping-off-cliff-into-alabama-lake/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 20:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/recent-university-of-georgia-graduate-dies-after-jumping-off-cliff-into-alabama-lake/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Judge declares mistrial in Harvey Weinstein rape retrial after jury says they're deadlocked]]></title><description><![CDATA[Harvey Weinstein's third New York City rape trial ended in a mistrial after the jury told the judge it was deadlocked.&nbsp;Weinstein, 74, appeared expressionless as court officers ushered him out in his wheelchair.A majority-male Manhattan jury had been weighing whether Weinstein raped actress&nbsp;Jessica Mann&nbsp;in New York City in 2013. They had been deliberating since Wednesday before writing a note to the judge Friday saying they couldn't reach a verdict."We the jury request to let the j]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/judge-declares-mistrial-in-harvey-weinstein-rape-retrial-after-jury-says-theyre-deadlocked/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 19:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/judge-declares-mistrial-in-harvey-weinstein-rape-retrial-after-jury-says-theyre-deadlocked/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newnan High School teacher fired after using racial slur during class, officials say]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Newnan High School history teacher is no longer with the Coweta County School System after officials say he used a racial slur while speaking with a student in class.Authorities with the school district tell CBS News Atlanta that they received a report from a student on Monday that Brad Willems used the slur during class and immediately started an investigation.A video posted on social media appeared to show Willems saying the racial slur and then telling a student to "go upstairs."During thei]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/newnan-high-school-teacher-fired-after-using-racial-slur-during-class-officials-say/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 19:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/newnan-high-school-teacher-fired-after-using-racial-slur-during-class-officials-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Calhoun police officer accused of lying to investigators about Whitfield County shooting]]></title><description><![CDATA[A former Calhoun police officer and two others have been charged in connection with a shooting earlier this month in Whitfield County, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation reports.Authorities say that 44-year-old Jorge Alejandro Gonzalez, 28-year-old ex-officer Jose Neo Rodriguez, and 27-year-old Adrianna Gonzalez have been arrested for the May 6 shooting.According to officials, the GBI was asked by the Whitfield County Sheriff's Office to help investigate the shooting. Investigators say Jorge Go]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/ex-calhoun-police-officer-accused-of-lying-to-investigators-about-whitfield-county-shooting/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 19:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/ex-calhoun-police-officer-accused-of-lying-to-investigators-about-whitfield-county-shooting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Public Schools named a 2026 District on the Rise by Harvard and Stanford for pandemic recovery efforts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Atlanta Public Schools has been selected as a 2026 District on the Rise by the Education Recovery Scorecard, a joint initiative between Harvard and Stanford University researchers that tracks how school districts across the country are recovering academically from COVID-19.&nbsp;APS is one of only 108 districts nationwide to receive the recognition this year. The recognition highlights that APS students are improving in both math and reading at a faster rate than similar districts across Georgia]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-public-schools-named-a-2026-district-on-the-rise-by-harvard-and-stanford-for-pandemic-recovery-efforts/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 18:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-public-schools-named-a-2026-district-on-the-rise-by-harvard-and-stanford-for-pandemic-recovery-efforts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Falcons reveal 2026 regular season schedule]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Falcons 2026 regular season schedule has been released, and it arrives alongside a fun visual featuring new president of football Matt Ryan, new general manager Ian Cunningham, head coach Kevin Stefanski, star players Drake London and Bijan Robinson, among others.&nbsp;The team recreated several classic ESPN SportsCenter commercials, and there's even a cameo by CBS News Atlanta's own Sam Crenshaw.&nbsp;The Falcons will start the season on the road against the Pittsburgh Steelers befo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/falcons-reveal-2026-regular-season-schedule/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 18:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/falcons-reveal-2026-regular-season-schedule/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Starbucks closing Atlanta and other regional offices, laying off 300 corporate workers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starbucks says it is shutting down its Atlanta office as part of a series of layoffs and closures, as the coffee company undergoes a strategic shift.On Friday, the Seattle-based company said it would be closing underused offices in Atlanta, Dallas, Chicago, and other cities, and laying off 300 corporate employees.No coffeehouse employees are affected, the company said. The cuts will impact employees in support functions like marketing, human resources, and supply chain management. No internation]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/starbucks-closing-atlanta-and-other-regional-offices-laying-off-300-corporate-workers/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 16:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/starbucks-closing-atlanta-and-other-regional-offices-laying-off-300-corporate-workers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brookhaven preschool director and teacher arrested on child cruelty charges involving toddlers, police say]]></title><description><![CDATA[The director of a Brookhaven preschool and its lead teacher have been arrested following multiple allegations of cruelty to children in their care.&nbsp;Detectives with the Brookhaven Police Department began investigating reports of abuse of children at the Oglethorpe Presbyterian Pre-School and Kindergarten in early May. And on Thursday, 63-year-old Beverly J. Moon and 27-year-old Charles K. Wheeler were taken into custody at the DeKalb County Jail.The Georgia Division of Family and Children Se]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/brookhaven-preschool-director-and-teacher-arrested-on-child-cruelty-charges-involving-toddlers-police-say/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 16:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/brookhaven-preschool-director-and-teacher-arrested-on-child-cruelty-charges-involving-toddlers-police-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Victim, suspect identified in deadly stabbing on the Atlanta Beltline]]></title><description><![CDATA[Authorities have identified the woman killed in Thursday's stabbing on the Atlanta Beltline and the man accused of the violence.The Fulton County Medical Examiner confirmed with CBS News Atlanta that the victim is 23-year-old Alyssa Page.Officials say Page was stabbed multiple times around noon on the popular Atlanta trail near the 1700 block of Flanger Avenue NE.After officers found Page, medics rushed her to Grady Memorial Hospital. She later died from her wounds.The stabbing started a citywid]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/victim-suspect-identified-in-deadly-stabbing-on-the-atlanta-beltline/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 16:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/victim-suspect-identified-in-deadly-stabbing-on-the-atlanta-beltline/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MARTA bus driver, 6 passengers injured after smoking engine sends bus into ditch during rush hour]]></title><description><![CDATA[A MARTA bus driver drove into a ditch during rush hour Thursday, and officials say six passengers were injured. MARTA police said the driver and the riders on board also had to be evaluated and treated by paramedics.&nbsp;According to the transit agency, the crash occurred just before 6 p.m. as the bus was traveling on Holcomb Bridge Road. Officials said the bus's engine began smoking, which caused the driver to veer off the road and into the ditch.&nbsp;MARTA police and its safety department ar]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/marta-bus-driver-6-passengers-injured-after-smoking-engine-sends-bus-into-ditch-during-rush-hour/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 14:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/marta-bus-driver-6-passengers-injured-after-smoking-engine-sends-bus-into-ditch-during-rush-hour/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pictures worth more: Atlanta photographer turning performance into portraits and preserving analog art]]></title><description><![CDATA[In a world of digital everything, an Atlanta artist is slowing things down one photo at a time.&nbsp;Using a vintage camera and a process that turns heads in Piedmont Park, filmmaker and analog photographer Dan Rainer is setting out to keep vintage photography alive.&nbsp;For Rainer, the magic isn't just in the photo, it's in how it's made.&nbsp;"There's a deluge of images just bombarding us at every moment," Rainer told CBS News Atlanta. "I think focusing on intentionality, physicality, having]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/pictures-worth-more-atlanta-photographer-turning-performance-into-portraits-and-preserving-analog-art/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 14:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/pictures-worth-more-atlanta-photographer-turning-performance-into-portraits-and-preserving-analog-art/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta nearing record heat as temperatures climb into the 90s this weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[After a cool start Friday morning, North Georgia is warming up fast. Forecasters say dry air and high pressure will bring plenty of sunshine and temperatures climbing into the upper 80s and low 90s through the weekend, with Atlanta nearing record heat by Sunday and Monday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-nearing-record-heat-as-temperatures-climb-into-the-90s-this-weekend/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 13:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-nearing-record-heat-as-temperatures-climb-into-the-90s-this-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta artist keeps vintage photography alive with old-school portraits in Piedmont Park]]></title><description><![CDATA[As digital photos flood social media feeds, one Atlanta artist is bringing photography back to its roots. Using a vintage camera and hands-on analog process in Piedmont Park, filmmaker and photographer Dan Rainer is creating timeless portraits that turn every photo into a live experience.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-artist-keeps-vintage-photography-alive-with-old-school-portraits-in-piedmont-park/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 13:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-artist-keeps-vintage-photography-alive-with-old-school-portraits-in-piedmont-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Falcons unveil 2026 regular season schedule]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Falcons have released their 2026 regular season schedule, and CBS News Atlanta's Sports Director Sam Crenshaw makes a cameo in the compilation video.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/falcons-unveil-2026-regular-season-schedule/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 13:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/falcons-unveil-2026-regular-season-schedule/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Early voting ends Friday in Georgia ahead of Election Day]]></title><description><![CDATA[Friday marks the final day of early voting across Georgia ahead of Tuesday&rsquo;s Election Day. State election data shows more than 700,000 people have already voted early in person. Election officials say turnout continues to climb, with strong activity reported in counties including Fulton, Cobb and Forsyth.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/early-voting-ends-friday-in-georgia-ahead-of-election-day/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 13:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/early-voting-ends-friday-in-georgia-ahead-of-election-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marietta Greek Festival returns with food, music and dancing for 36th annual celebration]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 36th Annual Marietta Greek Festival is back this weekend at Holy Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church. Festivalgoers can enjoy homemade Greek food, live music, traditional dancing and cultural experiences during what organizers call the largest Greek festival in Georgia. The three-day event runs May 15-17 in Marietta. OPA!]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/marietta-greek-festival-returns-with-food-music-and-dancing-for-36th-annual-celebration/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 13:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/marietta-greek-festival-returns-with-food-music-and-dancing-for-36th-annual-celebration/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia sample ballot for the 2026 primary elections shows every race to vote on this year]]></title><description><![CDATA[After months of campaigning, the 2026 primary elections in Georgia are on Tuesday, with hundreds of contests for statewide and local office taking place across the Peach State. Voters in every precinct will have a distinct ballot, depending on what races are in play where they live.With the number of candidates and hotly contested races up for grabs this year, many voters have said the primary ballot is one of the longest they've seen.How to tell which races will be on your local Georgia ballot&]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-sample-ballot-for-the-2026-primary-elections-shows-every-race-to-vote-on-this-year/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 12:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-sample-ballot-for-the-2026-primary-elections-shows-every-race-to-vote-on-this-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Everything you need to know about the Georgia primary elections]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgian voters are heading to the polls on May 19 to cast their ballots for who should represent the Republican and Democratic parties for major federal, statewide, local, and legislative offices ahead of November's general election.Before you get to your voting booth, here's everything you need to know about the Georgia primary.&nbsp;Early votingEarly voting runs from April 20 to May 15. If no candidate receives a majority of the votes, a runoff would take place on June 16.According to the Geo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-georgia-primary-elections/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 12:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-georgia-primary-elections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Clarkston bike shop owner helps refugees gain independence through bicycles and community support]]></title><description><![CDATA[Clarkston, Georgia, is often referred to as "the most diverse square mile in America." The city has welcomed tens of thousands of refugees since the 1980s, many of whom arrive in the United States without reliable transportation.That's a reality Timothy Bourne knows well.Bourne manages Narrow Path Cycles &nbsp;in Clarkston. A former competitive cyclist, he nearly lost his life during a racing accident several years ago."I had a really bad crash a few years ago that nearly killed me and took me o]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/clarkston-bike-shop-owner-helps-refugees-gain-independence-through-bicycles-and-community-support/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 05:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/clarkston-bike-shop-owner-helps-refugees-gain-independence-through-bicycles-and-community-support/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sports with Sam: Georgia’s high school jamboree, college openings, and pro sports buzz]]></title><description><![CDATA[From an action-packed high school football jamboree bringing Georgia&rsquo;s top talent and college recruiters together, to the grand opening of Georgia Tech&rsquo;s cutting-edge athletic center, and the Atlanta Dream&rsquo;s exciting home opener&mdash;catch up on all the highlights lighting up Atlanta&rsquo;s sports scene. Plus, get a sneak peek at the Falcons&rsquo; newly unveiled NFL schedule and the fun behind the scenes!]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/sports-with-sam-georgias-high-school-jamboree-college-openings-and-pro-sports-buzz/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 05:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/sports-with-sam-georgias-high-school-jamboree-college-openings-and-pro-sports-buzz/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How bikes and kindness transform lives in America’s most diverse square mile]]></title><description><![CDATA[In Clarkston, Georgia&mdash;known as the most diverse square mile in America&mdash;refugees find more than a new home. Meet Timothy Bourne, a former competitive cyclist who repairs and donates bikes to newcomers, giving them the freedom to explore, work, and grow.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/how-bikes-and-kindness-transform-lives-in-americas-most-diverse-square-mile/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 05:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/how-bikes-and-kindness-transform-lives-in-americas-most-diverse-square-mile/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Summer warm-up ahead: NEXT Weather’s 360 Forecast]]></title><description><![CDATA[Meteorologist Orelon Sidney breaks down the weekend warm-up, explains the impact of the Bermuda High, and details rising rain chances across Georgia and the Southeast. Find out how drought conditions are improving and what to expect for your summer plans!]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/summer-warm-up-ahead-next-weathers-360-forecast/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 05:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/summer-warm-up-ahead-next-weathers-360-forecast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Let's talk politics Georgia: Lawmakers face new voting map battle]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia lawmakers are heading into a tense special session to redraw congressional districts after a Supreme Court ruling upended parts of the Voting Rights Act. With both parties preparing for a showdown, major changes could be on the table&mdash;including in key Black-majority districts. CBS News&rsquo; Skyler Henry reports on what&rsquo;s at stake, what might change, and how it could impact voters for years to come.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/lets-talk-politics-georgia-lawmakers-face-new-voting-map-battle/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 05:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/lets-talk-politics-georgia-lawmakers-face-new-voting-map-battle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta police arrest suspect in deadly BeltLine stabbing after citywide manhunt]]></title><description><![CDATA[A woman was killed near Flagler Avenue on the BeltLine this afternoon. After allegedly attacking a postal worker and fleeing on a bike, the suspect was spotted and apprehended by officers on Peachtree Street. Police say patrols and surveillance will be increased to ensure BeltLine safety.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-police-arrest-suspect-in-deadly-beltline-stabbing-after-citywide-manhunt/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 05:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-police-arrest-suspect-in-deadly-beltline-stabbing-after-citywide-manhunt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Social Circle sues feds over massive immigration detention center plans]]></title><description><![CDATA[City officials in Social Circle, Georgia, have filed a federal lawsuit to halt a proposed 10,000-bed immigration detention center, citing environmental concerns, strained infrastructure, and lack of communication from federal agencies. Leaders say the project is too much for their small town to handle, and they're urging a judge to put the plans on hold while the case is heard.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/social-circle-sues-feds-over-massive-immigration-detention-center-plans/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 05:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/social-circle-sues-feds-over-massive-immigration-detention-center-plans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia early voting ends Friday as turnout surges ahead of 2026 primary election]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia's early voting window is almost over, and turnout is already smashing records ahead of one of the state's most high-stakes primaries in years.Friday, May 15, marks the final day for Georgians to cast ballots early in person before the state's May 19 primary election. &nbsp;The 2026 primary is shaping up to be a political pressure cooker, with competitive races for governor, secretary of state, Congress, and a Republican showdown to take on incumbent U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff in November. &nbs]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-early-voting-ends-friday-as-turnout-surges-ahead-of-2026-primary-election/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 04:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-early-voting-ends-friday-as-turnout-surges-ahead-of-2026-primary-election/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia governor's race sees massive TV ad spending ahead of primary day]]></title><description><![CDATA[Primary Day is approaching in Georgia, and candidates in some of the state's biggest races are spending heavily on television ads as campaigns make their final push to voters. &nbsp;According to advertising intelligence company AdImpact,Republicans running for Georgia governor have spent more than $100 million combined on television advertising ahead of Tuesday's primary election. &nbsp;The largest spending effort so far has come from healthcare executive Rick Jackson, whose campaign and allied]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-governors-race-sees-massive-tv-ad-spending-ahead-of-primary-day/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 02:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-governors-race-sees-massive-tv-ad-spending-ahead-of-primary-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suspect arrested after woman stabbed to death on Atlanta BeltLine, police say]]></title><description><![CDATA[A suspect is in custody after a woman was stabbed to death Thursday afternoon on the Atlanta Beltline, according to the Atlanta Police Department.Authorities say the deadly violence unfolded shortly after noon near the 1700 block of Flagler Avenue NE, just north of the Montgomery Ferry overpass along the popular walking and biking trail.Officers responded to reports of a stabbing and found a woman suffering from multiple stab wounds, police said. The victim was rushed to Grady Memorial Hospital,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/suspect-arrested-after-woman-stabbed-to-death-on-atlanta-beltline-police-say/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 01:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/suspect-arrested-after-woman-stabbed-to-death-on-atlanta-beltline-police-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sports with Sam: GA high school football gears up; Atlanta Dream prepares for first home game]]></title><description><![CDATA[CBS News Atlanta's Sam Crenshaw reports live from the Minority Coaches of Georgia Spring Jamboree in Douglasville, where high school football teams are already gearing up for next season. The Atlanta Dream prepares for its first home game of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/sports-with-sam-ga-high-school-football-gears-up-atlanta-dream-prepares-for-first-home-game/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 00:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/sports-with-sam-ga-high-school-football-gears-up-atlanta-dream-prepares-for-first-home-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia patients, dispensaries hopeful new medical marijuana expansion will bring more relief]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgians with chronic pain and dispensary operators are hopeful for a new law that expands access to medical marijuana in the state.Gov. Brian Kemp signed Senate Bill 220 into law on Tuesday, removing a cap on the amount of THC in medical products and allowing vaping as one of the acceptable uses.The law also drops some restrictions on what illnesses medical marijuana can be used to treat.Juan Merced said THC helped him move away from years of opioid use tied to his severe chronic pain."It has]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-patients-dispensaries-hopeful-new-medical-marijuana-expansion-will-bring-more-relief/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 00:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-patients-dispensaries-hopeful-new-medical-marijuana-expansion-will-bring-more-relief/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta youth celebrate 34th anniversary of "I Have a Dream" World Peace Rose Garden]]></title><description><![CDATA[Students gathered at Ebenezer Baptist Church and the World Peace Rose Garden to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with poetry, calls for nonviolence, and a powerful message of unity. See how Atlanta&rsquo;s young voices are carrying forward the dream of peace and togetherness.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-youth-celebrate-34th-anniversary-of-i-have-a-dream-world-peace-rose-garden/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 00:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-youth-celebrate-34th-anniversary-of-i-have-a-dream-world-peace-rose-garden/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Major I-285 road closure: Expect heavy traffic this weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[All lanes of I-285 will be closed from Cascade Road to Junior Drive starting Friday at 7 PM for major road work. CBS News Atlanta tested detour routes&mdash;but drivers should prepare for delays and plan alternate travel as traffic is expected to be heavy all weekend.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/major-i-285-road-closure-expect-heavy-traffic-this-weekend/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 00:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/major-i-285-road-closure-expect-heavy-traffic-this-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia patients hopeful about recent medical marijuana changes]]></title><description><![CDATA[As Georgia's medical cannabis program expands this year, it could be an option for patients looking to treat serious illnesses and pains.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-patients-hopeful-about-recent-medical-marijuana-changes/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 00:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-patients-hopeful-about-recent-medical-marijuana-changes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia safety Ja'Marley Riddle arrested on drug and speeding charges after traffic stop in Glynn County, police say]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia safety Ja'Marley Riddle was arrested last week on two felony counts of possession of a controlled substance and a misdemeanor speeding charge, according to a police report obtained by WGIG 98.7 FM.Riddle, who transferred to Georgia from East Carolina ahead of the upcoming season, was observed weaving through traffic at roughly 95 miles per hour on Friday night in an SUV, according to the report. Glynn County police officers stopped Riddle and noted nervous behavior and an odor of marijua]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-safety-jamarley-riddle-arrested-on-drug-and-speeding-charges-after-traffic-stop-in-glynn-county-police-say/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 00:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-safety-jamarley-riddle-arrested-on-drug-and-speeding-charges-after-traffic-stop-in-glynn-county-police-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pediatricians call for recess protection in schools]]></title><description><![CDATA[The American Academy of Pediatrics has released new guidance highlighting the vital role recess plays in children&rsquo;s academic success, mental health, and social skills. As some schools cut back on playtime, experts urge districts to treat recess as essential&mdash;not optional&mdash;for every student&rsquo;s well-being.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/pediatricians-call-for-recess-protection-in-schools/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 23:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/pediatricians-call-for-recess-protection-in-schools/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hundreds of Atlanta HBCU students graduate thanks to $4.2M from Arthur Blank Foundation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nearly 600 students at Clark Atlanta, Morehouse, and Spelman are crossing the graduation stage this year after receiving life-changing gap funding and scholarships. Hear from students whose dreams became reality, thanks to the Arthur Blank Family Foundation&rsquo;s commitment to breaking financial barriers for HBCU scholars.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/hundreds-of-atlanta-hbcu-students-graduate-thanks-to-42m-from-arthur-blank-foundation/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 23:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/hundreds-of-atlanta-hbcu-students-graduate-thanks-to-42m-from-arthur-blank-foundation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia Tech unveils state-of-the-art Student-Athlete Performance Center]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets are leveling up with the brand-new Thomas &amp; Fanning Student-Athlete Performance Center&mdash;packed with high-tech recovery, maintenance, and relaxation spaces. See how this facility is setting a new standard for student-athlete support and performance.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-tech-unveils-state-of-the-art-student-athlete-performance-center/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 23:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-tech-unveils-state-of-the-art-student-athlete-performance-center/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cool mornings warming up quickly across Georgia]]></title><description><![CDATA[You may be surprised with some cool weather tomorrow morning, but that won't last when it comes to this weekend.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/cool-mornings-warming-up-quickly-across-georgia/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 23:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/cool-mornings-warming-up-quickly-across-georgia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ParkMobile study finds majority of fans plan to use personal cars to get to FIFA World Cup events]]></title><description><![CDATA[In less than one month, one of the largest sporting events in the world will arrive in Atlanta.&nbsp;The FIFA World Cup kicks off on June 15, and whether you plan to attend a match or attend other festivities, it's almost a guarantee you will run into traffic.&nbsp;ParkMobile, a mobile parking service with spaces across metro Atlanta, recently asked 1,000 residents how they plan to get to the World Cup or other events.&nbsp;Most of the people surveyed live in the surrounding city area or in Atla]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/parkmobile-study-finds-majority-of-fans-plan-to-use-personal-cars-to-get-to-fifa-world-cup-events/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 23:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/parkmobile-study-finds-majority-of-fans-plan-to-use-personal-cars-to-get-to-fifa-world-cup-events/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia candidates spending millions of campaign ads]]></title><description><![CDATA[Primary day is coming up Tuesday and candidates on the ballot are spending a lot of money to get their message in front of voters.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-candidates-spending-millions-of-campaign-ads/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 23:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-candidates-spending-millions-of-campaign-ads/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CBS News App latest: Wild social media stunt lands man in jail as ex-prison warden charged]]></title><description><![CDATA[From a viral speed-run through a Church of Scientology landing a man behind bars, to a former Georgia prison warden indicted for allegedly helping gangs smuggle weapons and phones, plus health warnings about toxic algae at Lake Allatoona, and the FIFA World Cup trophy's Atlanta arrival&mdash;here&rsquo;s what&rsquo;s making headlines right now.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/cbs-news-app-latest-wild-social-media-stunt-lands-man-in-jail-as-ex-prison-warden-charged/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 23:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/cbs-news-app-latest-wild-social-media-stunt-lands-man-in-jail-as-ex-prison-warden-charged/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Will people use public transportation when Atlanta hosts the World Cup?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The FIFA World Cup kicks off on June 15 in Atlanta, and whether you plan to attend a match or attend other festivities, it's almost a guarantee you will run into traffic.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/will-people-use-public-transportation-when-atlanta-hosts-the-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 23:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/will-people-use-public-transportation-when-atlanta-hosts-the-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Officers urgently searching for deadly Beltline stabbing suspect]]></title><description><![CDATA[A manhunt is underway for a suspect Atlanta police believe stabbed a woman to death on the Beltline.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/officers-urgently-searching-for-deadly-beltline-stabbing-suspect/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 23:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/officers-urgently-searching-for-deadly-beltline-stabbing-suspect/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manhunt underway for suspect accused of stabbing woman to death on Atlanta Beltline]]></title><description><![CDATA[Atlanta police are searching for a suspect believed to be on the run after stabbing a woman to death on the Beltline on Thursday.Authorities say the deadly violence happened on the popular Atlanta walking and biking trail on the 1700 block of Flagler Avenue NE, just north of the Montgomery Ferry overpass, slightly after noon.According to the Atlanta Police Department, officers responded to reports of a stabbing on the Beltline and found a woman with multiple wounds.&nbsp;Medics rushed the victim]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/manhunt-underway-for-suspect-accused-of-stabbing-woman-to-death-on-atlanta-beltline/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 22:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/manhunt-underway-for-suspect-accused-of-stabbing-woman-to-death-on-atlanta-beltline/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta welcomes FIFA World Cup Trophy with fan events at The Battery and Mercedes-Benz Stadium]]></title><description><![CDATA[The countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Atlanta&nbsp;feels a little more real Thursday since the sport's most recognizable prize is in the city.The FIFA World Cup Trophy has arrived in Atlanta as part of the Trophy Tour by Coca-Cola, drawing city leaders, soccer legends and business executives to a special event at Coca-Cola headquarters downtown.&nbsp;Mayor Andre Dickens, Gov. Brian Kemp, and former Spanish soccer star Carles Puyol joined executives from The Coca-Cola Company to welcome the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-welcomes-fifa-world-cup-trophy-with-fan-events-at-the-battery-and-mercedes-benz-stadium/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 20:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-welcomes-fifa-world-cup-trophy-with-fan-events-at-the-battery-and-mercedes-benz-stadium/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Children's Healthcare expanding Atlanta coverage with new facilities in Adamsville and Union City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Children's Healthcare of Atlanta has announced it will be opening two different facilities to expand its coverage to the southern part of the metro Atlanta area.The hospital group says the new pediatric primary care clinic in Adamsville and pediactric specialty service in Union City are part of its goal to ensure Atlanta families remain 30 minutes or less from one of their facilities.Children's Adamsville Pediatrics&nbsp;is set to open on June 29 at 3571 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive SW. In a rel]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/childrens-healthcare-expanding-atlanta-coverage-with-new-facilities-in-adamsville-and-union-city/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 20:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/childrens-healthcare-expanding-atlanta-coverage-with-new-facilities-in-adamsville-and-union-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Georgia warden accused of taking part in prison contraband scheme, burying evidence]]></title><description><![CDATA[A former Georgia warden is accused of being involved in a contraband smuggling operation tied to a gang inside the prison he oversaw, Attorney General Chris Carr said.Brian Adams, the 52-year-old former Smith State Prison warden is now facing charges of violating the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act, tampering with evidence, making false statements, and violating his oath as a public officer.Investigators say the charges stem from an alleged operation involving Adams, convicted]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/ex-georgia-warden-accused-of-taking-part-in-prison-contraband-scheme-burying-evidence/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 19:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/ex-georgia-warden-accused-of-taking-part-in-prison-contraband-scheme-burying-evidence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nearly 600 students at Spelman, Morehouse and Clark Atlanta receive support from Arthur Blank's $50 million scholarship]]></title><description><![CDATA[Less than a year in, Arthur Blank's big donation to Atlanta's historically Black colleges and universities is already paying off.The Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation announced Thursday that its $50 million, 10-year scholarship initiative supporting students at Atlanta's HBCUs has distributed more than $4.2 million to nearly 600 students since launching in October 2025, and some of those students are now preparing to graduate this spring.The initiative was designed to tackle one of the most stub]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/nearly-600-students-at-spelman-morehouse-and-clark-atlanta-receive-support-from-arthur-blanks-50-million-scholarship/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 19:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/nearly-600-students-at-spelman-morehouse-and-clark-atlanta-receive-support-from-arthur-blanks-50-million-scholarship/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blue-green algae bloom reported in Lake Allatoona; officials say drinking water is safe]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cobb County officials say they are monitoring a blue-green algae bloom in Lake Allatoona that could be dangerous to residents.Authorities with the Cobb County-Marietta Water Authority say the bloom, located near the Red Top Mountain Park Marina, was first reported on May 7.The water authority says it routinely monitors the lake's water quality, including examining any blue-green algae that can be potentially toxic. "Currently, our treatment processes have not been impacted by the appearance of t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/blue-green-algae-bloom-reported-in-lake-allatoona-officials-say-drinking-water-is-safe/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 18:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/blue-green-algae-bloom-reported-in-lake-allatoona-officials-say-drinking-water-is-safe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[6 candidates qualify for July special election to serve rest of late Rep. David Scott's term]]></title><description><![CDATA[Six candidates have qualified for the July special election to serve the remainder of the late Rep. David Scott's term in Congress.Scott, who represented parts of metro Atlanta for over a decade, died on April 22 at the age of 80, leaving his seat empty for the remainder of his term.After three days of qualifying, six individuals will be on the ballot for the special election, one of whom is the late lawmaker's daughter.Rep. David Scott, D-Ga., questions HUD Secretary Marcia Fudge during the Hou]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/6-candidates-qualify-for-july-special-election-to-serve-rest-of-late-rep-david-scotts-term/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 17:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/6-candidates-qualify-for-july-special-election-to-serve-rest-of-late-rep-david-scotts-term/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man arrested for "Scientology Speedrunning" at Sandy Springs facility, police say]]></title><description><![CDATA[A 20-year-old man is facing charges connected to a viral social media challenge involving the metro Atlanta branch of the Church of Scientology.For over a month, users on social media have been posting videos about the trends known as "Scientology Speedrunning." In the videos, participants film themselves entering multiple properties owned or inhabited in some way by the Church of Scientology and running through the building to see how far they can get before being escorted out by security.Parti]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/man-arrested-for-scientology-speedrunning-at-sandy-springs-facility-police-say/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 17:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/man-arrested-for-scientology-speedrunning-at-sandy-springs-facility-police-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Where do you vote in the 2026 Georgia primary elections? How to find your polling location]]></title><description><![CDATA[Election Day is May 19 for the Georgia primary, and if you are not one of the record number of people who have already headed to the polls, your first question is probably, where do I cast my vote?In Georgia, your residence determines the designated polling place where you can vote on Election Day. Here's how to find that location.How to find your Georgia polling placeTo find your polling place in Georgia, you can follow these steps:Visit the Georgia Secretary of State's My Voter Page. Once logg]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/where-do-you-vote-in-the-2026-georgia-primary-elections-how-to-find-your-polling-location/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 16:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/where-do-you-vote-in-the-2026-georgia-primary-elections-how-to-find-your-polling-location/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[When are the 2026 Georgia elections? Dates and times to know to cast your vote]]></title><description><![CDATA[Voting in Georgia's primary election is underway and thousands of people across the state have already cast their ballots in what will be a busy political year for the Peach State.It's the first major step in the 2026 election cycle, which includes an open contest for the governor's office and a race between three Republican candidates to challenge incumbent Sen. Jon Ossoff.May's primary will determine which candidates either advance to November's general election ballot or who will face each ot]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/when-are-the-2026-georgia-elections-dates-and-times-to-know-to-cast-your-vote/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 16:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/when-are-the-2026-georgia-elections-dates-and-times-to-know-to-cast-your-vote/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Dream sign forward Amy Okonkwo to developmental contract ahead of home opener]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Dream are undefeated heading into their home opener and still finding ways to improve their roster.The Dream announced Wednesday the signing of forward Amy Okonkwo to a developmental contract. It's the latest roster move for an Atlanta team that is 2-0 and gearing up to play Sunday against the defending champion, Las Vegas Aces.Okonkwo brings an impressive r&eacute;sum&eacute; despite her young career.&nbsp;She most recently attended training camp with the Dallas Wings ahead of the 2]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-dream-sign-forward-amy-okonkwo-to-developmental-contract-ahead-of-home-opener/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 14:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-dream-sign-forward-amy-okonkwo-to-developmental-contract-ahead-of-home-opener/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cooler temperatures and sunshine return to North Georgia before weekend warmup]]></title><description><![CDATA[North Georgia is drying out after recent rain, with cooler temperatures and sunny skies settling in. CBS News Atlanta NEXT Weather Meteorologist Troy Bridges says a weak front moving through the area will keep highs in the 70s before summer-like heat returns heading into the weekend.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/cooler-temperatures-and-sunshine-return-to-north-georgia-before-weekend-warmup/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 14:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/cooler-temperatures-and-sunshine-return-to-north-georgia-before-weekend-warmup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Iowa shooting suspect arrested in Georgia]]></title><description><![CDATA[A teenager accused of shooting five people at a pedestrian mall near the University of Iowa has been taken into custody in Clayton County, Georgia, authorities say. Investigators have been searching for 17-year-old Damarian M. Jones for weeks following the shooting at Iowa City's Downtown Pedestrian Mall on April 19.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/iowa-shooting-suspect-arrested-in-georgia/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 13:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/iowa-shooting-suspect-arrested-in-georgia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia Power proposal comes as summer cooling costs are expected to rise]]></title><description><![CDATA[As temperatures rise across Georgia, cooling costs are also expected to climb this summer. The Georgia Public Service Commission is set to hear one of Georgia Power's proposed agreements aimed at saving customers money on their power bills.Georgia Power says its proposed agreements could save the typical customer about $4 a month if approved by the commission.The proposals involve two separate cases before the PSC. One focuses on fuel costs used to operate power plants, while the second deals wi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-power-proposal-comes-as-summer-cooling-costs-are-expected-to-rise/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 13:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-power-proposal-comes-as-summer-cooling-costs-are-expected-to-rise/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia Power proposal could lower bills as summer heat drives up costs]]></title><description><![CDATA[As temperatures rise across Georgia, cooling costs are also expected to climb this summer. Georgia Power says its proposed agreements could save the typical customer about $4 a month if approved by the Georgia Public Service Commission.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-power-proposal-could-lower-bills-as-summer-heat-drives-up-costs/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 13:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-power-proposal-could-lower-bills-as-summer-heat-drives-up-costs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Botanical Garden brings back iconic art exhibit ahead of World Cup summer]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Botanical Garden is welcoming back colorful sculptures by French artist Niki de Saint Phalle for the first time in 20 years. With 41 large-scale art pieces, family events and World Cup-themed summer programming, the garden is preparing for one of its biggest seasons yet.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-botanical-garden-brings-back-iconic-art-exhibit-ahead-of-world-cup-summer/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 13:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-botanical-garden-brings-back-iconic-art-exhibit-ahead-of-world-cup-summer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marietta softball fan shares unforgettable moment with Party Animals star at Savannah Bananas game]]></title><description><![CDATA[As the Savannah Bananas took on the Party Animals at Truist Park last weekend, fans of all ages and abilities filled the stands for a game they say makes everyone feel like they belong, including girls who see themselves in the players on the field.&nbsp;For one Marietta family, Banana Ball has become about much more than baseball; it's a community.They came looking for a specific player and found something even bigger, a sense of belonging.For 10-year-old Addie McAuley of Marietta, this was the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/marietta-softball-fan-shares-unforgettable-moment-with-party-animals-star-at-savannah-bananas-game/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 13:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/marietta-softball-fan-shares-unforgettable-moment-with-party-animals-star-at-savannah-bananas-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Savannah Bananas create unforgettable moment for Marietta softball player]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Marietta softball player&rsquo;s dream came true at Truist Park when she met her sports hero, Party Animals player Ashton Lansdell. Families at the Savannah Bananas game say Banana Ball is creating a welcoming space where girls, special needs fans and people of all abilities feel seen, included and inspired.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/savannah-bananas-create-unforgettable-moment-for-marietta-softball-player/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 12:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/savannah-bananas-create-unforgettable-moment-for-marietta-softball-player/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chilly nights ahead, then weekend warm-up: Your 360° Next Weather Forecast]]></title><description><![CDATA[Get ready for a cool start as a cold front moves through, dropping temps tonight and tomorrow. But by the weekend, expect a gradual warm-up and rising humidity across the Southeast as high pressure brings in Atlantic moisture. Meteorologist Orelon Sidney breaks down what to expect.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/chilly-nights-ahead-then-weekend-warm-up-your-360-next-weather-forecast/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 05:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/chilly-nights-ahead-then-weekend-warm-up-your-360-next-weather-forecast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta BeltLine fuels $23B growth as city becomes a top destination for movers]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta BeltLine is driving $23 billion in economic impact and supporting over 91,000 jobs, with more than $14 billion in private investment since the project began. As the 22-mile loop nears completion by 2030, Atlanta&rsquo;s popularity keeps rising&mdash;now ranked the nation&rsquo;s #2 city for self-movers, just behind Houston. City leaders say affordable housing and workforce development remain top priorities.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-beltline-fuels-23b-growth-as-city-becomes-a-top-destination-for-movers/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 05:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-beltline-fuels-23b-growth-as-city-becomes-a-top-destination-for-movers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Social Circle sues DHS &amp; ICE over proposed immigration detention center]]></title><description><![CDATA[The city of Social Circle has filed a lawsuit against DHS and ICE, alleging the agencies skipped mandatory environmental reviews for a planned immigration detention center. City leaders warn the project could threaten water, sewage, and public health, and accuse federal officials of excluding the community from key decisions. Here&rsquo;s what&rsquo;s next in the legal fight.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/social-circle-sues-dhs-amp-ice-over-proposed-immigration-detention-center/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 05:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/social-circle-sues-dhs-amp-ice-over-proposed-immigration-detention-center/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia lawmakers called to redraw congressional map after SCOTUS ruling]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gov. Brian Kemp has called a special legislative session in June to redraw Georgia&rsquo;s 2028 congressional district lines, following a major Supreme Court decision. The move is sparking heated debate over voting rights, partisan politics, and the future of elections in this critical swing state. Here&rsquo;s what Georgia voters need to know.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-lawmakers-called-to-redraw-congressional-map-after-scotus-ruling/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 05:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-lawmakers-called-to-redraw-congressional-map-after-scotus-ruling/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brad Raffensperger became famous by defying Trump. Now he wants Georgia Republicans to forget that]]></title><description><![CDATA[Being as well known as Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger would be a dream for many ambitious politicians."I think most people by now know who I am," the Republican candidate for governor joked Tuesday as someone put up signs with his name before a speech in the Atlanta suburb of Chamblee.But that fame may wound Raffensperger in next Tuesday's primary because it stems from opposing Donald Trump's attempts to overturn Joe Biden's presidential victory in 2020. He was one of a few Georgi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/brad-raffensperger-became-famous-by-defying-trump-now-he-wants-georgia-republicans-to-forget-that/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 04:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/brad-raffensperger-became-famous-by-defying-trump-now-he-wants-georgia-republicans-to-forget-that/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Social Circle sues ICE, DHS over proposed 10,000-bed immigration detention center in Georgia]]></title><description><![CDATA[The small Georgia town of Social Circle is suing federal immigration authorities in an effort to stop plans for a proposed 10,000-bed immigration detention facility that city leaders say could overwhelm local infrastructure and harm the surrounding environment.According to the lawsuit filed Wednesday in U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Georgia, the city alleges that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security failed to complete legally requ]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/social-circle-sues-ice-dhs-over-proposed-10000-bed-immigration-detention-center-in-georgia/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 03:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/social-circle-sues-ice-dhs-over-proposed-10000-bed-immigration-detention-center-in-georgia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia gas tax suspension set to expire as drivers weigh relief at the pump against road funding]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia's state gas tax, which helps fund road projects and transportation services across the state, could once again become a larger issue for drivers as Gov. Brian Kemp's temporary suspension of the tax is set to expire next week. &nbsp;The current suspension removes about 33 cents per gallon in state gas taxes, providing relief at the pump for Georgia drivers. &nbsp;Many drivers CBS News Atlanta spoke with Wednesday said they would rather continue seeing relief now, even while acknowledging]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-gas-tax-suspension-set-to-expire-as-drivers-weigh-relief-at-the-pump-against-road-funding/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 01:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-gas-tax-suspension-set-to-expire-as-drivers-weigh-relief-at-the-pump-against-road-funding/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fulton County DA Fani Willis threatens lawsuit over Georgia law stripping party labels from Atlanta-area elections]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp signed a law requiring nonpartisan elections for most local officials in the five most populous counties in the Atlanta area, leading Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis and another Democratic prosecutor to threaten to sue over the bill's constitutionality.Kemp signed the bill privately Tuesday, the final day after Georgia's 2026 legislative session for the governor to sign or veto bills.Republicans have repeatedly targeted Willis because of her prosecution of Rep]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/fulton-county-da-fani-willis-threatens-lawsuit-over-georgia-law-stripping-party-labels-from-atlanta-area-elections/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 00:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/fulton-county-da-fani-willis-threatens-lawsuit-over-georgia-law-stripping-party-labels-from-atlanta-area-elections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[High school soccer championships underway in metro Atlanta]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia soccer teams are leaving it all on the field to see who will win this year's state championships.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/high-school-soccer-championships-underway-in-metro-atlanta/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 00:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/high-school-soccer-championships-underway-in-metro-atlanta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South Cobb High School senior finds power to face adversity through music class]]></title><description><![CDATA[Graduation season is in full effect, and for South Cobb High School senior, Mackenzie Dailey, her walk across the graduation stage in a couple of weeks will be monumental. Dailey has faced homelessness and adversity, but her love of music kept her going to school."I was homeless through freshman and sophomore year. I was living at a hotel. I watched my dad pass away from fentanyl. There was a lot of drug use. It was really hard for me as a kid to witness and grow up," Dailey said. It was a situa]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/south-cobb-high-school-senior-finds-power-to-face-adversity-through-music-class/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 00:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/south-cobb-high-school-senior-finds-power-to-face-adversity-through-music-class/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia student overcomes adversity to graduate from high school]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Cobb High School senior Mackenzie Dailey has faced homelessness and adversity, but her love of music kept her going to school.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-student-overcomes-adversity-to-graduate-from-high-school/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 00:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-student-overcomes-adversity-to-graduate-from-high-school/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Emory monitors hantavirus patients: Atlanta residents react to infectious disease concerns]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two hantavirus patients are under close observation at Emory University. As Metro Atlanta residents voice both worry and confidence, CBS News Atlanta explores the community&rsquo;s mixed feelings about the arrival of infectious disease cases. Hear from locals and experts about Emory&rsquo;s experience in handling global health threats, and how the city is responding to new concerns.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/emory-monitors-hantavirus-patients-atlanta-residents-react-to-infectious-disease-concerns/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 00:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/emory-monitors-hantavirus-patients-atlanta-residents-react-to-infectious-disease-concerns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia nonprofit helps pay off school lunch debt]]></title><description><![CDATA[New Emory research shows a growing number of Georgia families face food insecurity. See how the Georgia nonprofit "All for Lunch" is giving a helping hand. The group is accepting nominations for lunch debt clearance until May 14.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-nonprofit-helps-pay-off-school-lunch-debt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 00:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-nonprofit-helps-pay-off-school-lunch-debt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[As 1 Georgia C.A.R.E. clinic closes, another steps in to help vulnerable patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[In Fayetteville earlier in May, staff at the Fayette C.A.R.E. Clinic weren't checking in patients or calling people back to exam rooms. They were packing boxes. &nbsp;Medical equipment was being sorted and hauled away. Offices emptied. &nbsp;After more than two decades serving uninsured and low-income Georgians, the clinic was shutting down.For Executive Director Geneva Weaver, it was devastating."This is where my heart is," Weaver said through tears. "I never knew how much I loved it until they]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/as-1-georgia-care-clinic-closes-another-steps-in-to-help-vulnerable-patients/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 23:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/as-1-georgia-care-clinic-closes-another-steps-in-to-help-vulnerable-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Bermuda High brings waves of heat and humidity to Georgia]]></title><description><![CDATA[A high-pressure system in the Atlantic Ocean is keeping most of the rain away, but in return it's keeping thing cloudy and hot.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/the-bermuda-high-brings-waves-of-heat-and-humidity-to-georgia/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 23:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/the-bermuda-high-brings-waves-of-heat-and-humidity-to-georgia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Healing Bridge Clinic helps bridge a healthcare gap in Georgia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Without clinics like Fayette C.A.R.E., some patients delay treatment until a medical crisis forces them into an emergency room. That's what Healing Bridge Clinic is trying to prevent.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/healing-bridge-clinic-helps-bridge-a-healthcare-gap-in-georgia/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 23:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/healing-bridge-clinic-helps-bridge-a-healthcare-gap-in-georgia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Health Watch: Future advancements from space exploration]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scientists are taking everyday materials&mdash;like medicine, food, and even house dust&mdash;into orbit to discover how space changes them. Go behind the scenes with a biotech company leading groundbreaking research that could reshape how we make drugs, grow crops, and build habitats both in space and here on Earth. Find out what happens when ordinary items spend months beyond our planet, and how these discoveries could impact all of us.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/health-watch-future-advancements-from-space-exploration/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 23:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/health-watch-future-advancements-from-space-exploration/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pilot lands plane in ocean off Florida: All 11 survive dramatic rescue]]></title><description><![CDATA[A small plane flying from the Bahamas to Grand Bahama Island loses an engine and makes a controlled emergency landing in the ocean off Cape Canaveral. Quick thinking by the pilot gets all 11 people safely out of the aircraft and into a life raft, where they&rsquo;re rescued by authorities. Watch this incredible survival story and rescue unfold.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/pilot-lands-plane-in-ocean-off-florida-all-11-survive-dramatic-rescue/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 23:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/pilot-lands-plane-in-ocean-off-florida-all-11-survive-dramatic-rescue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trending on CBS News app: Tractor trailer fire, major drug bust, and big changes for medical weed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Crews battle a fiery tractor-trailer blaze in DeKalb County. Federal agents intercept over 32,000 illegal pills smuggled into Georgia. Plus, Gov. Kemp signs a new law making medical marijuana more accessible&mdash;and Atlanta is named the nation&rsquo;s top summer vacation spot, beating out Orlando and Vegas.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/trending-on-cbs-news-app-tractor-trailer-fire-major-drug-bust-and-big-changes-for-medical-weed/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 23:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/trending-on-cbs-news-app-tractor-trailer-fire-major-drug-bust-and-big-changes-for-medical-weed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro Atlanta counties push back on new Georgia law that makes local elections nonpartisan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gov. Brian Kemp this week signed a law that makes local races in five Metro Atlanta counties nonpartisan.Starting in 2028, candidates for district attorney, county commissions, and other elected offices in Clayton, Cobb, DeKalb, Fulton, and Gwinnett Counties won't appear on ballots as Democrats or Republicans.Cobb County leaders are calling for its veto following Kemp's decision to sign the bill.Starting in 2028, candidates for district attorney, county commissions, and other elected offices in]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/metro-atlanta-counties-push-back-on-new-georgia-law-that-makes-local-elections-nonpartisan/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 23:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/metro-atlanta-counties-push-back-on-new-georgia-law-that-makes-local-elections-nonpartisan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fulton County unveils new fire engines as DeKalb hosts DNA event to solve cold cases]]></title><description><![CDATA[Atlanta Fire Rescue introduced 5 new fire engines outside Mercedes-Benz Stadium as part of a citywide effort to modernize emergency response and improve neighborhood safety. Meanwhile, the DeKalb County Cold Case Task Force is holding a missing persons and DNA event this weekend, giving families the chance to file reports, update cases, and submit DNA samples in hopes of identifying missing loved ones and solving longstanding cases.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/fulton-county-unveils-new-fire-engines-as-dekalb-hosts-dna-event-to-solve-cold-cases/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 23:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/fulton-county-unveils-new-fire-engines-as-dekalb-hosts-dna-event-to-solve-cold-cases/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Here's how Georgia's gas tax impacts drivers]]></title><description><![CDATA[About 33 cents of every gallon of gas in Georgia goes towards the state gas tax, which helps to fund road projects and transportation services across the state.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/heres-how-georgias-gas-tax-impacts-drivers/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 23:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/heres-how-georgias-gas-tax-impacts-drivers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro Atlanta counties push back on nonpartisan voting law signed by Gov. Kemp]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gov. Brian Kemp has signed a new law that removes party labels from most local election ballots in Clayton, Cobb, DeKalb, Fulton, and Gwinnett counties starting in 2028. The change, which does not affect the rest of the state, has sparked protests and legal threats from local DAs and community advocates, who say it targets historically Democratic and majority-Black counties and could suppress voter turnout. Supporters claim the law will encourage voting based on candidate performance rather than]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/metro-atlanta-counties-push-back-on-nonpartisan-voting-law-signed-by-gov-kemp/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 23:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/metro-atlanta-counties-push-back-on-nonpartisan-voting-law-signed-by-gov-kemp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kemp calls for special session to redraw 2028 voting districts after SCOTUS ruling]]></title><description><![CDATA[Following the Supreme Court&rsquo;s Louisiana v. Callais decision, Gov. Brian Kemp has called a special legislative session starting June 17th to begin redistricting Georgia&rsquo;s voting maps for the 2028 election cycle. The move, prompted by legal requirements to update electoral boundaries, has drawn attention to the potential impact on minority-majority and Democratic stronghold districts. CBS News Political Director Fin Gomez discusses the implications for Georgia&rsquo;s political landsca]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/kemp-calls-for-special-session-to-redraw-2028-voting-districts-after-scotus-ruling/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 23:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/kemp-calls-for-special-session-to-redraw-2028-voting-districts-after-scotus-ruling/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp calls special legislative session to redraw electoral maps after Supreme Court ruling]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gov. Brian Kemp on Wednesday signed a proclamation convening the Georgia General Assembly for a special session on June 17 to address redistricting in the wake of a landmark U.S. Supreme Court ruling expected to require changes to Georgia's electoral maps before the 2028 election cycle.The special session comes six weeks after the Supreme Court issued its 6-3 ruling in Louisiana v. Callais on April 29, 2026, finding that Louisiana's second majority-Black congressional district relied too heavily]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-gov-brian-kemp-calls-special-legislative-session-to-redraw-electoral-maps-after-supreme-court-ruling/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 20:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-gov-brian-kemp-calls-special-legislative-session-to-redraw-electoral-maps-after-supreme-court-ruling/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp calls special legislative session to redraw congressional map after Supreme Court ruling]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gov. Brian Kemp on Wednesday signed a proclamation convening the Georgia General Assembly for a special session on June 17 to address redistricting in the wake of a landmark U.S. Supreme Court ruling expected to require changes to Georgia's electoral maps before the 2028 election cycle.The special session comes six weeks after the Supreme Court issued its 6-3 ruling in Louisiana v. Callais on April 29, 2026, finding that Louisiana's second majority-Black congressional district relied too heavily]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-gov-brian-kemp-calls-special-legislative-session-to-redraw-congressional-map-after-supreme-court-ruling/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 20:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-gov-brian-kemp-calls-special-legislative-session-to-redraw-congressional-map-after-supreme-court-ruling/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp calls legislative special session to redraw electoral maps after Supreme Court ruling]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gov. Brian Kemp on Wednesday signed a proclamation convening the Georgia General Assembly for a special session on June 17 to address redistricting in the wake of a landmark U.S. Supreme Court ruling expected to require changes to Georgia's electoral maps before the 2028 election cycle.The special session comes six weeks after the Supreme Court issued its 6-3 ruling in Louisiana v. Callais on April 29, 2026, finding that Louisiana's second majority-Black congressional district relied too heavily]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-gov-brian-kemp-calls-legislative-special-session-to-redraw-electoral-maps-after-supreme-court-ruling/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 20:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-gov-brian-kemp-calls-legislative-special-session-to-redraw-electoral-maps-after-supreme-court-ruling/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Beltline exceeds private investment goal, sustains over 91,000 jobs, analysis shows]]></title><description><![CDATA[New data from the Atlanta Beltline shows the popular walking and biking trail has generated an estimated $23 billion in economic impact in 2025 alone.On Wednesday, the Beltline released a new analysis showing that its Planning Area has sustained more than 91,000 jobs and has surpassed the $10 billion private investment goal years before it had been projected at the project's start.The analysis by Econsult Solutions, Inc. looked at the economic and development trends across the Beltline Planning]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-beltline-exceeds-private-investment-goal-sustains-over-91000-jobs-analysis-shows/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 19:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-beltline-exceeds-private-investment-goal-sustains-over-91000-jobs-analysis-shows/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta takes top spot for U.S. summer travel destinations in 2026, new report finds]]></title><description><![CDATA[Summer vacation season is coming up, and new data from WalletHub says the best place in the country to go may be right in your backyard.The new analysis found that the metro Atlanta area was the best summer travel destination in the U.S., the company said.Analysts looked at 41 indicators, including the cost of flights, number of attracts, and average price of a meal for two people.While Atlanta took the top spot, the survey specifically said it was focusing on affordability and convenience, not]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-takes-top-spot-for-us-summer-travel-destinations-in-2026-new-report-finds/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 18:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-takes-top-spot-for-us-summer-travel-destinations-in-2026-new-report-finds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia expands medical marijuana access, allows vaping for patients with newly-signed law]]></title><description><![CDATA[A bill expanding medical marijuana access in Georgia is now law after being signed by Gov. Brian Kemp.The governor signed Senate Bill 220, also known as the "Putting Georgia's Patients First Act," on Tuesday, the final day he could veto legislation.The bill had passed the state Senate and House of Representatives in March.Medical marijuana is only available to Georgians with approval from a physician to treat severe illnesses, including seizures, terminal cancers, Parkinson's disease, and post-t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-expands-medical-marijuana-access-allows-vaping-for-patients-with-newly-signed-law/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 18:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-expands-medical-marijuana-access-allows-vaping-for-patients-with-newly-signed-law/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gov. Kemp vetos 12 Georgia bills before signing deadline: Here's what they were]]></title><description><![CDATA[Twelve pieces of legislation approved by the Georgia House and Senate have been vetoed by Gov. Brian Kemp.Tuesday was the deadline for the governor to sign bills or veto them before anything that passed through the legislative session this year automatically becomes law.Those that Kemp chose not to implement include the creation of an official Georgia Music Office, the addition of new tax credits, and revisions to the rules regarding red emergency lights on vehicles.A spokesperson for the govern]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gov-kemp-vetos-12-georgia-bills-before-signing-deadline-heres-what-they-were/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 17:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gov-kemp-vetos-12-georgia-bills-before-signing-deadline-heres-what-they-were/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Over 32,000 unapproved pills headed to Georgia seized by Philadelphia CPB officers, officials say]]></title><description><![CDATA[Officers with U.S. Customs and Border Protection say they seized tens of thousands of potentially dangerous pills that were all on their way to Georgia.Officials say the two seizures were discovered in parcels originating from Europe via Philadelphia.According to CBP, officers seized 7,500 lorazepam, 2,600 zolpidem, 2,500 diazepam, and 2,500 alprazolam tablets shipped in a parcel from London on April 29.A day later, officers found 17,000 tramadol tablets that were shipped in an air parcel from t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/over-32000-unapproved-pills-headed-to-georgia-seized-by-philadelphia-cpb-officers-officials-say/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 16:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/over-32000-unapproved-pills-headed-to-georgia-seized-by-philadelphia-cpb-officers-officials-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Burn ban lifted statewide as two large South Georgia wildfires reach 90% containment]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia's statewide burn ban is over, but the fight against two massive wildfires in South Georgia is not.Gov. Brian Kemp signed an executive order Tuesday lifting the temporary burn ban that had been in place across Georgia counties as part of the state's wildfire emergency declaration, citing improving weather conditions and decreased fire risk statewide.The burn ban was put in place on April 22, when Kemp declared a state of emergency across 91 counties in South Georgia at high risk for wildf]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/burn-ban-lifted-statewide-as-two-large-south-georgia-wildfires-reach-90-containment/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 15:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/burn-ban-lifted-statewide-as-two-large-south-georgia-wildfires-reach-90-containment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia schools facing growing student lunch debt amid rising food insecurity]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia families across the state are facing growing financial pressure, and a new study from Emory University shows school lunch debt is becoming a widespread issue.According to researchers at the Rollins School of Public Health, more than one in 20 Georgia students has some level of lunch debt, with 25% owing $100 or more. The study also found that one in three Georgia families with children faces food insecurity.At Sugar Hill Elementary School, Principal Nick Boyers said the school typically]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-schools-facing-growing-student-lunch-debt-amid-rising-food-insecurity/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 13:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-schools-facing-growing-student-lunch-debt-amid-rising-food-insecurity/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia weather warms up fast as sunshine returns and 90-degree heat moves in]]></title><description><![CDATA[North Georgia will stay mostly dry as sunshine returns and temperatures climb toward the 90s by the weekend. CBS News Atlanta meteorologists say rain in South Georgia and North Florida is helping ease wildfire concerns, while Metro Atlanta prepares for near-record heat next week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-weather-warms-up-fast-as-sunshine-returns-and-90-degree-heat-moves-in/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 13:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-weather-warms-up-fast-as-sunshine-returns-and-90-degree-heat-moves-in/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[1 in 3 Georgia families with children face food insecurity, new Emory study finds]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new Emory University study shows food insecurity is rising across Georgia, with nearly 1 million children living in households struggling to afford meals. CBS News Atlanta spoke with educators at Sugar Hill Elementary School about how hunger and growing student lunch debt are affecting learning in the classroom.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/1-in-3-georgia-families-with-children-face-food-insecurity-new-emory-study-finds/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 13:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/1-in-3-georgia-families-with-children-face-food-insecurity-new-emory-study-finds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Virginia-Highland Porchfest spotlights local Atlanta artists for massive crowds]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Virginia-Highland Porchfest is expected to draw even bigger crowds this year as local bands turn neighborhood porches into live music stages. CBS News Atlanta caught up with Fridays Are for Friends and featured band MOONLARK ahead of the popular festival.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/virginia-highland-porchfest-spotlights-local-atlanta-artists-for-massive-crowds/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 13:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/virginia-highland-porchfest-spotlights-local-atlanta-artists-for-massive-crowds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dogs of the Atlanta Beltline: Checking in with local pet owners]]></title><description><![CDATA[CBS News Atlanta stopped to talk to dog owners and their furry friends on Atlanta's Beltline.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dogs-of-the-atlanta-beltline-checking-in-with-local-pet-owners/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 13:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dogs-of-the-atlanta-beltline-checking-in-with-local-pet-owners/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Power outage at Fulton County apartments leaves families waiting days for repairs]]></title><description><![CDATA[In Fulton County, repairs are expected to begin Wednesday at The Manor III Apartments, where the power has been out since Sunday. One property manager believes an electrical fire caused the outage to seven units.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/power-outage-at-fulton-county-apartments-leaves-families-waiting-days-for-repairs/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 13:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/power-outage-at-fulton-county-apartments-leaves-families-waiting-days-for-repairs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta apartment residents without power since Mother's Day as repairs continue at Manor III complex]]></title><description><![CDATA[Residents at Manor III Apartments on Arthur Langford Place in Atlanta say they have been without electricity since Mother's Day after an apparent electrical issue caused sparks and knocked out power across parts of the complex. &nbsp;Among those impacted is 77-year-old Carolyn Griffin, who told CBS News Atlanta she is disabled and struggling to meet her daily needs without electricity. &nbsp;"Our neighbors next door saw that it was popping and making sparks of fire, and he went over there and tr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-apartment-residents-without-power-since-mothers-day-as-repairs-continue-at-manor-iii-complex/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 05:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-apartment-residents-without-power-since-mothers-day-as-repairs-continue-at-manor-iii-complex/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NEXT Weather Forecast: Stretch of sunny, warm days ahead for Georgia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Meteorologist Orelon Sidney reports from the Next Weather Studio with a 360&deg; look at your forecast. Expect a long run of pleasant, summerlike temperatures across Georgia with only a slight chance of rain. The extended outlook calls for above-average warmth and rising humidity&mdash;perfect for outdoor plans and gardening, but rain remains scarce for now.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/next-weather-forecast-stretch-of-sunny-warm-days-ahead-for-georgia/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 05:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/next-weather-forecast-stretch-of-sunny-warm-days-ahead-for-georgia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Patient tests negative for hantavirus after cruise ship outbreak; Emory monitors 2nd case]]></title><description><![CDATA[One patient brought to Atlanta following a hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship has tested negative, while a second close contact remains under observation at Emory&rsquo;s biocontainment unit. Health officials say there&rsquo;s no immediate danger, but the high-profile transfer has sparked concern among some patients and families at the hospital.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/patient-tests-negative-for-hantavirus-after-cruise-ship-outbreak-emory-monitors-2nd-case/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 05:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/patient-tests-negative-for-hantavirus-after-cruise-ship-outbreak-emory-monitors-2nd-case/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Raffensperger campaign stop in Macon relocated after bomb threat, no danger found]]></title><description><![CDATA[Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger&rsquo;s campaign event in Macon was moved after authorities received a threat and discovered a suspicious object in a vending machine. The item was determined to be harmless, and the airport reopened. Raffensperger, running for governor in next week&rsquo;s primary, says he&rsquo;s undeterred and will not back down from his campaign.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/raffensperger-campaign-stop-in-macon-relocated-after-bomb-threat-no-danger-found/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 05:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/raffensperger-campaign-stop-in-macon-relocated-after-bomb-threat-no-danger-found/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gov. Kemp signs bill making metro Atlanta races nonpartisan, sparking outcry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gov. Brian Kemp has signed a controversial election bill removing party labels from local races in five metro Atlanta counties. Critics say House Bill 369 unfairly targets diverse, Democratic-leaning communities, raising concerns about transparency and voter choice as state leaders defend the move as a step toward election integrity.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gov-kemp-signs-bill-making-metro-atlanta-races-nonpartisan-sparking-outcry/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 05:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gov-kemp-signs-bill-making-metro-atlanta-races-nonpartisan-sparking-outcry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta apartment residents left in the dark for days as power outage drags on]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tenants at the Manor III Apartments in Atlanta have been living without electricity since Mother&rsquo;s Day, struggling to keep food fresh and stay safe as repairs continue. With no clear timeline for restoration, residents&mdash;some with disabilities&mdash;are relying on neighbors and fast food while management and city officials work to resolve the crisis.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-apartment-residents-left-in-the-dark-for-days-as-power-outage-drags-on/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 05:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-apartment-residents-left-in-the-dark-for-days-as-power-outage-drags-on/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Dream spoil Dallas Wings' home opener 77-72; Gray scores 26, Reese pulls down 16 rebounds]]></title><description><![CDATA[Despite a sluggish start, the Atlanta Dream&nbsp;gutted out a 77-72 victory over the Dallas Wings on Tuesday night, spoiling the Wings' home opener and improving their record to 2-0 in the process.Allisha Gray once again showed up for her team, pouring in a game-high 26 points on 9-of-20 shooting, including 4-of-9 from three-point range. She was the engine that kept Atlanta humming, particularly in the fourth quarter when she buried two back-to-back three-pointers to push the Dream's lead to six]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-dream-spoil-dallas-wings-home-opener-77-72-gray-scores-26-reese-pulls-down-16-rebounds/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 04:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-dream-spoil-dallas-wings-home-opener-77-72-gray-scores-26-reese-pulls-down-16-rebounds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gov. Kemp signs controversial bill making some metro Atlanta races nonpartisan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp on Tuesday signed controversial legislation that will make some local elections nonpartisan in five major metro Atlanta counties beginning in 2028.&nbsp;House Bill 369 shifts races for district attorneys, county commissioners, tax commissioners and other local offices in Fulton, DeKalb, Gwinnett, Cobb and Clayton counties to nonpartisan elections.The affected counties represent some of Georgia's most politically significant regions.&nbsp;Fulton, DeKalb and Clayton countie]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gov-kemp-signs-controversial-bill-making-some-metro-atlanta-races-nonpartisan/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 02:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gov-kemp-signs-controversial-bill-making-some-metro-atlanta-races-nonpartisan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Clayton County drama teacher wins Tony Award for inspiring 30-year career]]></title><description><![CDATA[Freddie Hendricks, a beloved drama teacher at Utopian Academy for the Arts in Ellenwood, will receive a Tony Award for Excellence in Theater Education next month. Celebrated by former students like Kenan Thompson and Saycon Sengbloh, Hendricks is recognized for creating a safe, supportive space for young performers. The honor includes a $10,000 prize for the school. Watch the Tony Awards live on CBS Atlanta June 7th.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/clayton-county-drama-teacher-wins-tony-award-for-inspiring-30-year-career/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 00:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/clayton-county-drama-teacher-wins-tony-award-for-inspiring-30-year-career/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia student living with rare neurological disorder overcomes challenges to attend Georgia Tech]]></title><description><![CDATA[A high school senior in Marietta, Sonali Limaye, living with a walking disability, hasn't let her impairment get in the way of her education. The senior has excelled academically set to graduate with a 4.5 GPA."I have an HSP, which is hereditary spastic paraplegia. It's a hereditary disorder, but I got it as a mutation. No one else in my family has it. It's a rare gene," Limaye said.&nbsp;Diagnosed at 2 years old, the rare disorder affects Limaye's central nervous system, forcing her to use a wa]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-student-living-with-rare-neurological-disorder-overcomes-challenges-to-attend-georgia-tech/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 00:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-student-living-with-rare-neurological-disorder-overcomes-challenges-to-attend-georgia-tech/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia governor signs $36.6 billion budget, trims spending amid tax revenue drop]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gov. Brian Kemp signed Georgia's 2027 state budget on Tuesday, May 12.The $36.6 billion budget lays out how tax dollars will be allocated in the coming year.Here's a look at some of the funding requests that were reduced or cut:Kemp trimmed $300 million from planned spending to keep the budget balanced after recent tax cuts lowered projected revenue by almost $1 billion.The Georgia General Assembly proposed more than $11 million for the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilit]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-governor-signs-366-billion-budget-trims-spending-amid-tax-revenue-drop/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 00:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-governor-signs-366-billion-budget-trims-spending-amid-tax-revenue-drop/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marietta student with walking disability graduates with 4.5 GPA]]></title><description><![CDATA[Marietta high school senior Sonali Limaye, living with a walking disability, hasn't let her impairment get in the way of her education.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/marietta-student-with-walking-disability-graduates-with-45-gpa/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 00:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/marietta-student-with-walking-disability-graduates-with-45-gpa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Walker County high school student being held in ICE custody as community pushes for his release]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Georgia state lawmaker is stepping in after a 19-year-old high school senior was taken into ICE custody following a traffic stop and car accident. Despite posting bond for driving without a valid license, he remains detained at the Irwin County Detention Center after ICE placed a detainer on him due to his immigration status.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/walker-county-high-school-student-being-held-in-ice-custody-as-community-pushes-for-his-release/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 00:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/walker-county-high-school-student-being-held-in-ice-custody-as-community-pushes-for-his-release/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Majority of Americans anxious about finances as costs soar, new CNN poll finds]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new CNN poll reveals widespread financial uncertainty among Americans, with rising prices for food, gas, and housing forcing many in Metro Atlanta and beyond to make tough choices. As everyday essentials become more expensive, more than a quarter of Americans say their wallets are feeling the strain&mdash;and some are being forced to put their lives on hold.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/majority-of-americans-anxious-about-finances-as-costs-soar-new-cnn-poll-finds/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 00:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/majority-of-americans-anxious-about-finances-as-costs-soar-new-cnn-poll-finds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia's 2027 approved, but Gov. Kemp vetos some planned spending]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia budget vetoed $300 million from planned spending after recent tax cuts reduced projected revenue.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgias-2027-approved-but-gov-kemp-vetos-some-planned-spending/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 00:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgias-2027-approved-but-gov-kemp-vetos-some-planned-spending/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carver Atlanta girls track team makes history]]></title><description><![CDATA[After securing their first-ever girls&rsquo; state championship, the Carver Atlanta Panthers are sprinting toward a repeat victory. Meet the powerhouse athletes and coaches breaking records, inspiring a new generation, and chasing a legacy 56 years in the making.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/carver-atlanta-girls-track-team-makes-history/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/carver-atlanta-girls-track-team-makes-history/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[360° weather: What’s ahead this week across the country]]></title><description><![CDATA[From a quick midweek rain to a surge of summer heat, get your regional forecast in high-definition from the Next Weather Studio. Discover what&rsquo;s brewing for Georgia and beyond&mdash;including the timing of showers, a warming trend, and the return of that classic southern humidity.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/360-weather-whats-ahead-this-week-across-the-country/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 23:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/360-weather-whats-ahead-this-week-across-the-country/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Health Watch: 12-year-old rallying namesakes worldwide to fight brain tumors]]></title><description><![CDATA[After enduring 50+ rounds of chemotherapy, Kirstie Ward is turning her battle with a brain tumor into a global movement&mdash;inviting "Kirsties" everywhere to join her fundraising mission. Learn how her campaign, MyNameIsKirstie.com, is connecting people across continents and raising crucial research funds for children&rsquo;s brain tumor treatments.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/health-watch-12-year-old-rallying-namesakes-worldwide-to-fight-brain-tumors/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 23:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/health-watch-12-year-old-rallying-namesakes-worldwide-to-fight-brain-tumors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta businesses and neighborhoods preparing events to celebrate upcoming World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[As World Cup excitement builds across metro Atlanta, neighborhoods and small businesses are already preparing events designed to bring the tournament atmosphere to people who may never step inside Mercedes-Benz Stadium.Inside Marcus Bar &amp; Grill on Edgewood Avenue in Atlanta's Old Fourth Ward neighborhood, international flags already hang from the ceiling as the restaurant prepares for a World Cup-themed bar crawl and watch party experience in June.With some resale tickets online now listed f]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-businesses-and-neighborhoods-preparing-events-to-celebrate-upcoming-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 23:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-businesses-and-neighborhoods-preparing-events-to-celebrate-upcoming-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Braves honor Ted Turner and Bobby Cox at Truist Park]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Braves are back in Atlanta to take on the Chicago Cubs, and they're using the game to pay tribute to sports icons Ted Turner and Bobby Cox.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-braves-honor-ted-turner-and-bobby-cox-at-truist-park/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 23:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-braves-honor-ted-turner-and-bobby-cox-at-truist-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta neighborhoods planning FIFA World Cup parties]]></title><description><![CDATA[Atlanta neighborhoods and small businesses are already preparing events designed to bring the World Cup atmosphere to people who may never step inside Mercedes-Benz Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-neighborhoods-planning-fifa-world-cup-parties/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 23:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-neighborhoods-planning-fifa-world-cup-parties/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Like Minds: Atlanta’s new pop-up bringing people together on Krog Street just in time for World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Discover "Like Minds," a 120-day pop-up from Atlanta hospitality veterans, where community, culture, and good eats converge just off the Eastside BeltLine. Dive into a space designed for authentic connection&mdash;featuring local food, art, music, and DJs&mdash;all in the heart of the Krog Street District.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/like-minds-atlantas-new-pop-up-bringing-people-together-on-krog-street-just-in-time-for-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 23:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/like-minds-atlantas-new-pop-up-bringing-people-together-on-krog-street-just-in-time-for-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NEXT Weather Forecast: Southeast weather starts to warm up towards the weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[A warm, humid week ahead for Atlanta and the Southeast, with above-average temperatures, rising humidity, and a chance of summer&rsquo;s first 90s by the weekend. Scattered showers possible, but drought relief remains limited.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/next-weather-forecast-southeast-weather-starts-to-warm-up-towards-the-weekend/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 23:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/next-weather-forecast-southeast-weather-starts-to-warm-up-towards-the-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hantavirus outbreak: Patient taken to Emory tests negative as a positive case pops up in Spain]]></title><description><![CDATA[A "mildly" symptomatic American now tests negative for hantavirus tied to an outbreak on a Dutch cruise ship. Meanwhile, Spain reports one new case.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/hantavirus-outbreak-patient-taken-to-emory-tests-negative-as-a-positive-case-pops-up-in-spain/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 23:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/hantavirus-outbreak-patient-taken-to-emory-tests-negative-as-a-positive-case-pops-up-in-spain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CBS News app latest: Bomb scare at Macon airport, Abrams subpoenaed, and Atlanta shooting]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bomb scare shuts down Macon Airport just before a Brad Raffensperger campaign rally, Stacey Abrams subpoenaed in a campaign finance probe, and two men shot near Atlanta's Greyhound station. Plus, a North Carolina woman was found dead in Lake Chatuge. Here&rsquo;s what&rsquo;s trending now on the CBS News app.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/cbs-news-app-latest-bomb-scare-at-macon-airport-abrams-subpoenaed-and-atlanta-shooting/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 23:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/cbs-news-app-latest-bomb-scare-at-macon-airport-abrams-subpoenaed-and-atlanta-shooting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta leaders announce new push for affordable housing expansion]]></title><description><![CDATA[At Tuesday's State of Atlanta Housing event, Mayor Andre Dickens and Atlanta Housing CEO Terri Lee discussed new developments, public-private partnerships, and efforts to help families build long-term stability.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-leaders-announce-new-push-for-affordable-housing-expansion/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 23:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-leaders-announce-new-push-for-affordable-housing-expansion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sen. Warnock, Georgia lawmakers demand answers from DOJ on recent Fulton election worker subpoena]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia's two senators and Fulton County election officials are demanding answers from the Department of Justice and Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche relating to the subpoena issued by a U.S. Attorney based in North Carolina last week.&nbsp;The sweeping&nbsp;grand jury subpoena seeks personal information on thousands of people who helped run the 2020 election. Fulton County officials have described the request as "overbroad," "harassment," and legally unjustified.Sen. Warnock led the letter]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/sen-warnock-georgia-lawmakers-demand-answers-from-doj-on-recent-fulton-election-worker-subpoena/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 22:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/sen-warnock-georgia-lawmakers-demand-answers-from-doj-on-recent-fulton-election-worker-subpoena/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta leaders announce new affordable housing push, homeownership assistance program]]></title><description><![CDATA[Atlanta leaders are outlining new plans to expand affordable housing and help more families move toward homeownership.&nbsp;At Tuesday's State of Atlanta Housing event, Mayor Andre Dickens and Atlanta Housing CEO Terri Lee discussed new developments, public-private partnerships, and efforts to help families build long-term stability.&nbsp;Dickens said the work will take a collective effort.&nbsp;"Ain't no they, it's we," Dickens said. "We are building 20,000 units of affordable housing."Atlanta]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-leaders-announce-new-affordable-housing-push-homeownership-assistance-program/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 20:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-leaders-announce-new-affordable-housing-push-homeownership-assistance-program/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hantavirus outbreak: Cruise ship passenger with symptoms at Emory tests negative for virus]]></title><description><![CDATA[A passenger believed to have been exposed to the hantavirus while aboard the MV Hondius cruise ship has tested negative for the virus while at Emory University Hospital.In a post on X, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services confirmed that the symptomatic passenger "tested negative for the Andes variant of hantavirus."The other passenger who was taken to Emory remains under monitoring, but officials had said he or she did not show any symptoms.The federal agency said that the 16 other A]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/hantavirus-outbreak-cruise-ship-passenger-with-symptoms-at-emory-tests-negative-for-virus/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 19:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/hantavirus-outbreak-cruise-ship-passenger-with-symptoms-at-emory-tests-negative-for-virus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia Senate subpoenas Stacey Abrams over campaign finance violations tied to New Georgia Project]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stacey Abrams is being ordered to testify before a Georgia Senate committee investigating campaign finance violations connected to a voter advocacy group she founded.The Georgia Senate Special Committee on Investigations issued subpoenas&nbsp;to Abrams, along with Lauren Groh-Wargo and Ns&eacute; Ufot, ordering all three women to appear before the committee at the Georgia State Capitol on Friday at 10 a.m.The subpoenas stem from findings by the Georgia State Ethics Commission that the New Georgi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-senate-subpoenas-stacey-abrams-over-campaign-finance-violations-tied-to-new-georgia-project/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 18:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-senate-subpoenas-stacey-abrams-over-campaign-finance-violations-tied-to-new-georgia-project/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bomb threat reported before Brad Raffensperger campaign stop at Macon airport, officials say]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Macon campaign stop by Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger received a bomb threat on Tuesday, officials have confirmed.The Secretary of State's Office confirmed that there was bomb threat sent before Raffensperger's stop at Middle Georgia Regional Airport on Tuesday.&nbsp;Raffensperger has been on a "Standing for Georgia" tour of the state, which first stopped in Columbus. Macon was set to be the second stop on the tour.In September 2025, Raffensperger announced he planned to run to become t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/bomb-threat-reported-before-brad-raffensperger-campaign-stop-at-macon-airport-officials-say/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 17:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/bomb-threat-reported-before-brad-raffensperger-campaign-stop-at-macon-airport-officials-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tennessee trio face federal charges in California crypto robbery spree, prosecutors say]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three men from Tennessee have been indicted on federal charges, including attempted kidnapping, in connection with an alleged multimillion dollar crime spree targeting cryptocurrency owners in California.According to the U.S. Attorney's Office Northern District of California, 21-year-old Elijah Armstrong, 21-year-old Nino Chindavanh and 25-year-old Jayden Rucker were indicted by a federal grand jury on March 31. The trio have been charged with conspiracy to commit robbery, conspiracy to commit k]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/tennessee-trio-face-federal-charges-in-california-crypto-robbery-spree-prosecutors-say/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 17:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/tennessee-trio-face-federal-charges-in-california-crypto-robbery-spree-prosecutors-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tennessee trio face federal charges in "brazen" California crypto robbery spree]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three men from Tennessee have been indicted on federal charges, including attempted kidnapping, in connection with an alleged multimillion dollar crime spree targeting cryptocurrency owners in California.According to the U.S. Attorney's Office Northern District of California, 21-year-old Elijah Armstrong, 21-year-old Nino Chindavanh and 25-year-old Jayden Rucker were indicted by a federal grand jury on March 31. The trio have been charged with conspiracy to commit robbery, conspiracy to commit k]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/tennessee-trio-face-federal-charges-in-brazen-california-crypto-robbery-spree/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 17:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/tennessee-trio-face-federal-charges-in-brazen-california-crypto-robbery-spree/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shooting at Atlanta Greyhound bus station leaves two injured, four detained, authorities say]]></title><description><![CDATA[Atlanta police say two men are recovering after a shooting Tuesday morning that left both victims in stable condition and alert when they were transported to Grady Memorial Hospital.The shots were fired in the area of Forsyth Street and Brotherton Street, near the Garnett MARTA station and Greyhound bus station.According to Atlanta police, four men were detained in connection with the incident as investigators continue to piece together what led up to the shooting. Authorities said two of the me]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/shooting-at-atlanta-greyhound-bus-station-leaves-two-injured-four-detained-authorities-say/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 17:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/shooting-at-atlanta-greyhound-bus-station-leaves-two-injured-four-detained-authorities-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North Carolina woman found dead in Georgia's Lake Chatuge; GBI investigating]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is working to learn the circumstances behind the death of a woman whose body was found in Lake Chatuge on Saturday.Officials say a boater contacted Towns County 911 around 10:50 a.m. about the woman, who had been found in the water near a dock at Marina Station.The woman was later identified as 59-year-old Shelley Lynn Dietrich, a resident of Murphy, North Carolina.Authorities say Dietrich's body will be sent to the GBI Medical Examiner's Office for an autopsy]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/north-carolina-woman-found-dead-in-georgias-lake-chatuge-gbi-investigating/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 17:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/north-carolina-woman-found-dead-in-georgias-lake-chatuge-gbi-investigating/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Training program connects Atlanta residents with Georgia's growing energy sector]]></title><description><![CDATA[A group of Atlanta residents is celebrating a major milestone after completing a workforce training program designed to connect participants with careers in Georgia's growing energy industry.Graduates of the Career Pre-Employment Training, or CPET Program, were recognized during a ceremony Monday night in Southwest Atlanta at Community Church on Cascade Avenue. The free 10-session program provides job-readiness training, pre-employment testing support, and industry-specific skills development fo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/training-program-connects-atlanta-residents-with-georgias-growing-energy-sector/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 16:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/training-program-connects-atlanta-residents-with-georgias-growing-energy-sector/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Training program prepares graduates for jobs in Georgia's energy sector]]></title><description><![CDATA[The free 10-session program provides job-readiness training, pre-employment testing support, and industry-specific skills development for careers in Georgia's growing energy industry.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/training-program-prepares-graduates-for-jobs-in-georgias-energy-sector/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 16:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/training-program-prepares-graduates-for-jobs-in-georgias-energy-sector/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Athens police officer responding to disturbance call kills armed man, officials say]]></title><description><![CDATA[An Athens-Clarke County police officer investigating a disturbance shot and killed an armed man overnight, police say.Authorities say the shooting happened shortly after 12:40 a.m. on Tuesday on the 1000 block of Hull Road.According to the police department, officers responded to the scene after reports of a man with a gun. The call also claimed that they had heard at least one gunshot.Arriving at the scene, the officers encountered a man who was holding a firearm. Police say the man and at leas]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/athens-police-officer-responding-to-disturbance-call-kills-armed-man-officials-say/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 16:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/athens-police-officer-responding-to-disturbance-call-kills-armed-man-officials-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man pleads guilty to stealing Beyonc&eacute;'s unreleased music in Atlanta, gets 2 years in prison]]></title><description><![CDATA[The man accused of stealing hard drives containing unreleased Beyonc&eacute; music from members of her team avoided a jury trial Tuesday by pleading guilty.Kelvin Evans, 40, pleaded guilty in Fulton County Superior Court to entering an automobile and criminal trespass. Fulton County Superior Court Senior Judge Jane C. Barwick sentenced Evans to five years, with two years to serve in prison and the remainder on probation. He was also ordered to stay away from the location of the theft and the vic]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/man-pleads-guilty-to-stealing-beyonceacutes-unreleased-music-in-atlanta-gets-2-years-in-prison/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 15:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/man-pleads-guilty-to-stealing-beyonceacutes-unreleased-music-in-atlanta-gets-2-years-in-prison/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man accused of stealing hard drives with Beyonc&eacute;'s unreleased music heads to trial in Atlanta]]></title><description><![CDATA[A man accused of breaking into a car and walking off with hard drives containing unreleased Beyonc&eacute; music is now facing a jury of his peers.Jury selection began Monday in the Fulton County trial of Kelvin Evans, 40, who is charged with entering an automobile with intent to commit theft and criminal trespass in connection with a break-in that stunned the music world last summer.Evans rejected a plea deal in March&nbsp;that would have landed him five years in prison. Standing firm, he told]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/man-accused-of-stealing-hard-drives-with-beyonceacutes-unreleased-music-heads-to-trial-in-atlanta/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 15:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/man-accused-of-stealing-hard-drives-with-beyonceacutes-unreleased-music-heads-to-trial-in-atlanta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carver-Atlanta girls track aiming for back-to-back state titles]]></title><description><![CDATA[It is "ready, set, go" for the Carver-Atlanta High School girls' track and field team as they prepare for a historic run this weekend.&nbsp;After breaking a 56-year drought last year, the Lady Panthers are now just a few jumps and relays away from a back-to-back state championship title.While the program has long been a competitive force under the leadership of Head Coach Jonathan Scott and assistant coach Ava Rice, the team needed a new strategy to secure bigger victories. Throwing coach Faith]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/carver-atlanta-girls-track-aiming-for-back-to-back-state-titles/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 14:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/carver-atlanta-girls-track-aiming-for-back-to-back-state-titles/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia middle school theater teacher wins special Tony Award after helping launch Broadway careers]]></title><description><![CDATA[At this year's Tony Awards, sound designer Justin Ellington has gotten a nomination to theater's biggest prize. Someone who helped him get there is also being highlighted.Freddie Hendricks, a middle school theater teacher at Utopian Academy for the Arts in Ellenwood, Georgia, and who founded the Youth Ensemble of Atlanta, is getting the special Tony Award that honors educators.Hendricks has been an arts educator for more than 30 years and was an honorable mention for the special Tony in 2023 and]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-middle-school-theater-teacher-wins-special-tony-award-after-helping-launch-broadway-careers/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 14:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-middle-school-theater-teacher-wins-special-tony-award-after-helping-launch-broadway-careers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro Atlanta could need nearly 400,000 new homes by 2035, housing leaders say]]></title><description><![CDATA[Metro Atlanta could need close to 400,000 new homes by 2035 as the region continues to grow, according to the Atlanta Regional Commission.The concern comes ahead of today's "State of Atlanta Housing" event, hosted by Atlanta Housing. The event is expected to focus on affordability, development, and the city's goal of creating and preserving 10,000 affordable housing units.&nbsp;The Atlanta Regional Commission helps plan for the 11-county metro region, including Fulton, DeKalb, Cobb and others.Kr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/metro-atlanta-could-need-nearly-400000-new-homes-by-2035-housing-leaders-say/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/metro-atlanta-could-need-nearly-400000-new-homes-by-2035-housing-leaders-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Strong winds, cloudy skies and cooler temperatures move into metro Atlanta]]></title><description><![CDATA[Metro Atlanta is waking up to gusty winds, thick cloud cover and cooler temperatures as a storm system brings much-needed rain to wildfire-stricken parts of South Georgia. CBS News Atlanta NEXT Weather meteorologist Troy Bridges delivers the latest forecast and explains how the changing weather pattern could impact your day and when warmer, summer-like temperatures return.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/strong-winds-cloudy-skies-and-cooler-temperatures-move-into-metro-atlanta/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 13:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/strong-winds-cloudy-skies-and-cooler-temperatures-move-into-metro-atlanta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta leaders to address growing demand for housing]]></title><description><![CDATA[As metro Atlanta grows, more families across the region are finding it harder to afford housing. Ahead of Tuesday's State of Atlanta's housing event, leaders say one of the biggest challenges is keeping affordable housing from disappearing altogether.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-leaders-to-address-growing-demand-for-housing/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 13:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-leaders-to-address-growing-demand-for-housing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meet the coach behind Carver Atlanta girls track team’s historic turnaround]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Carver Atlanta High School girls track and field team made history by winning its first-ever state championship in girls sports after a major turnaround led by head coach Jonathan Scott and throwing coach Faith Foggy. Players and coaches say adding field events helped elevate the program and build confidence on and off the track. Hear how the Lady Panthers went from contenders to champions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/meet-the-coach-behind-carver-atlanta-girls-track-teams-historic-turnaround/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 13:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/meet-the-coach-behind-carver-atlanta-girls-track-teams-historic-turnaround/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gov. Kemp’s final day to act on key Georgia bills could impact taxes, schools and transit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tuesday marks Gov. Brian Kemp&rsquo;s final day to sign or veto bills passed during Georgia&rsquo;s legislative session. Measures still awaiting action could impact MARTA expansion, homeowner associations, school scholarships, rural health care and gig workers. Any bill left unsigned by the deadline will automatically become law.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gov-kemps-final-day-to-act-on-key-georgia-bills-could-impact-taxes-schools-and-transit/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 13:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gov-kemps-final-day-to-act-on-key-georgia-bills-could-impact-taxes-schools-and-transit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[I-285 construction shutdown rescheduled]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Georgia Department of Transportation has new dates for a major construction project that will shut down part of Interstate 285.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/i-285-construction-shutdown-rescheduled/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 12:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/i-285-construction-shutdown-rescheduled/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[DeKalb parents cite need for greater engagement as district considers boundary changes, closures, and consolidations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Parents and community members attended a board meeting Monday at the DeKalb County Schools District office to voice concerns about the proposed Student Assignment Project.&nbsp;More than 20 people signed up to speak during the public comments portion of the meeting. &nbsp;It is an ongoing effort focused on addressing overcrowding and under-enrollment across several schools.Parents and community members expressed frustration about what they called a lack of community engagement.&nbsp;They said th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dekalb-parents-cite-need-for-greater-engagement-as-district-considers-boundary-changes-closures-and-consolidations/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 05:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dekalb-parents-cite-need-for-greater-engagement-as-district-considers-boundary-changes-closures-and-consolidations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta fitness community Hills 4 ATL turns tragedy into movement, healing and connection]]></title><description><![CDATA[What started as one man's recovery journey after a traumatic accident has grown into one of Atlanta's fastest-growing fitness communities.On the surface, Hills 4 ATL may appear to be just another workout group gathering several times a week across the city. But for founder Alvin "AB" Bailey, the movement was born from a life-changing moment. &nbsp;Back in April 2020, shortly after moving to Atlanta from South Florida, Bailey said he was hit by a car while jogging on Peachtree Street. While he su]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-fitness-community-hills-4-atl-turns-tragedy-into-movement-healing-and-connection/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 05:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-fitness-community-hills-4-atl-turns-tragedy-into-movement-healing-and-connection/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hills 4 ATL turns tragedy into movement for this Atlanta fitness community]]></title><description><![CDATA[After surviving a hit-and-run while jogging in Atlanta, Alvin "AB" Bailey transformed a personal setback into Hills 4 ATL.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/hills-4-atl-turns-tragedy-into-movement-for-this-atlanta-fitness-community/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 05:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/hills-4-atl-turns-tragedy-into-movement-for-this-atlanta-fitness-community/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[NEXT Weather 360: Warm-up ahead for Georgia with rain chances midweek]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEXT Weather meteorologist Orelon Sidney breaks down Georgia&rsquo;s 7-day forecast. Expect a big warm-up with temps climbing into the 90s, a few scattered showers for southern areas, and another chance of rain as a cold front approaches midweek.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/next-weather-360-warm-up-ahead-for-georgia-with-rain-chances-midweek/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 05:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/next-weather-360-warm-up-ahead-for-georgia-with-rain-chances-midweek/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Parents speak out on possible school boundary changes in DeKalb County]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tensions ran high as parents and community members voiced concerns about proposed school boundary changes in DeKalb County. District leaders say they&rsquo;ll slow the process and gather more input, with community meetings planned before a final decision this December.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/parents-speak-out-on-possible-school-boundary-changes-in-dekalb-county/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 05:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/parents-speak-out-on-possible-school-boundary-changes-in-dekalb-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cruise ship outbreak: 2 hantavirus patients now in isolation at Emory Atlanta]]></title><description><![CDATA[2 Americans exposed to the rare Andes hantavirus on a cruise ship are being isolated and monitored at Emory University Hospital in Atlanta. Officials say Georgia is prepared, while 16 other evacuees remain quarantined in Nebraska.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/cruise-ship-outbreak-2-hantavirus-patients-now-in-isolation-at-emory-atlanta/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 05:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/cruise-ship-outbreak-2-hantavirus-patients-now-in-isolation-at-emory-atlanta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Braves fans honor Bobby Cox as legacy of winning and loyalty lives on in Atlanta]]></title><description><![CDATA[As the Atlanta Braves return to Truist Park this week, fans are expected to continue gathering around the image of former manager Bobby Cox &mdash; leaving tributes for the man many say helped define baseball in Atlanta. &nbsp;For generations of Braves fans, Cox was more than a manager. He became a symbol of consistency, leadership and loyalty during one of the most successful eras in franchise history. &nbsp;"It's very sad," Braves fan Chet Beam said. "He meant a lot to the club." &nbsp;Another]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/braves-fans-honor-bobby-cox-as-legacy-of-winning-and-loyalty-lives-on-in-atlanta/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 03:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/braves-fans-honor-bobby-cox-as-legacy-of-winning-and-loyalty-lives-on-in-atlanta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Terry Pendleton reflects on Braves manager Bobby Cox's life]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former National League MVP Terry Pendleton sat down with CBS News' Sam Crenshaw to look back at his relationship with Cox and what the legendary manager meant for the Braves.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/terry-pendleton-reflects-on-braves-manager-bobby-coxs-life/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 00:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/terry-pendleton-reflects-on-braves-manager-bobby-coxs-life/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cruise ship passengers being evaluated at Emory University Hospital]]></title><description><![CDATA[A couple airlifted from the MV Hondius cruise ship are being evaluated at Emory University Hospital after one of them showed possible symptoms of the hantavirus, officials have confirmed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/cruise-ship-passengers-being-evaluated-at-emory-university-hospital/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 00:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/cruise-ship-passengers-being-evaluated-at-emory-university-hospital/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fire at Chamblee apartment complex displaces more than 75 residents, closes businesses]]></title><description><![CDATA[A fire at a Chamblee apartment and retail complex displaced more than 75 people and caused a partial roof collapse, according to DeKalb County Fire Rescue.Fire crews responded around 4:37 p.m. Sunday to the Windsor Parkview Apartments along Peachtree Boulevard after reports of a fire on the roof.DeKalb County Fire Rescue said that crews arrived to find heavy fire coming from the roof and immediately began evacuating people from the building.Officials said the fire quickly spread across a portion]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/fire-at-chamblee-apartment-complex-displaces-more-than-75-residents-closes-businesses/</link><pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 00:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/fire-at-chamblee-apartment-complex-displaces-more-than-75-residents-closes-businesses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Showers skirting around Georgia with hot weather on the way]]></title><description><![CDATA[A low pressure system in the Gulf could send some rain toward Georgia, but it will miss metro Atlanta. One thing that the whole state will be seeing is warm weather with highs breaking 90s later in the week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/showers-skirting-around-georgia-with-hot-weather-on-the-way/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 23:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/showers-skirting-around-georgia-with-hot-weather-on-the-way/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chamblee residents displaced after Mother's Day apartment fire]]></title><description><![CDATA[A fire forced dozens of Chamblee residents out of their apartments overnight, and many have no idea when they could be back in their homes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/chamblee-residents-displaced-after-mothers-day-apartment-fire/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 23:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/chamblee-residents-displaced-after-mothers-day-apartment-fire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta man speaks publicly after being released from ICE detention]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rodney Taylor, a double amputee and Atlanta father of seven, said his months in custody at Stewart Detention Center were "hell."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-man-speaks-publicly-after-being-released-from-ice-detention/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 23:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-man-speaks-publicly-after-being-released-from-ice-detention/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia Gov. Kemp signs bill lowering state's income tax rate]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp put his signature on a pair of tax relief bills Monday that will lower income taxes, boost deductions and give homeowners new tools to fight rising property tax bills.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-gov-kemp-signs-bill-lowering-states-income-tax-rate/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 23:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-gov-kemp-signs-bill-lowering-states-income-tax-rate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Best cities to start a career in 2026: Atlanta ranks No.1, new report finds]]></title><description><![CDATA[Atlanta is the best city in the country to start a career, according to a new report released Monday.Personal finance company WalletHub ranked Atlanta No. 1 in its 2026 Best &amp; Worst Places to Start a Career report, edging out a field of more than 180 U.S. cities to claim the top spot for career-hungry new graduates.The company compared 182 cities, including the 150 most populated in the country, plus at least two of the most populated in each state, across 25 measures it calls key indicators]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/best-cities-to-start-a-career-in-2026-atlanta-ranks-no1-new-report-finds/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 21:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/best-cities-to-start-a-career-in-2026-atlanta-ranks-no1-new-report-finds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[GDOT announces new dates for postponed I-285 construction shutdown]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Georgia Department of Transportation has new dates for a major construction project that will shut down part of Interstate 285.The project, which would have shut down both directions of the major metro Atlanta interstate from Exit 7 at Cascade Road to Exit 9 at Martin Luther King Jr., was scheduled to happen last weekend, but the state agency made a last-minute change on Friday.According to GDOT officials, the contractor working on the project was concerned that they would not be able to fin]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gdot-announces-new-dates-for-postponed-i-285-construction-shutdown/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 20:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gdot-announces-new-dates-for-postponed-i-285-construction-shutdown/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teen suspect in shooting near University of Iowa campus arrested in metro Atlanta, police say]]></title><description><![CDATA[A teenager accused of shooting five people at a pedestrian mall near the University of Iowa has been taken in custody in metro Atlanta, authorities say.Investigators have been searching for 17-year-old Damarian M. Jones for weeks following the shooting at Iowa City's Downtown Pedestrian Mall on April 19.In a report the Iowa City Police Department said the shots rang out during a large fight in the 100 Block of East College Street early that morning. Five people were hit by gunfire, including one]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/teen-suspect-in-shooting-near-university-of-iowa-campus-arrested-in-metro-atlanta-police-say/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 19:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/teen-suspect-in-shooting-near-university-of-iowa-campus-arrested-in-metro-atlanta-police-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hantavirus outbreak: Couple exposed arrive at Emory University Hospital for evaluation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two people believed to have been exposed to hantavirus arrived in Atlanta on Monday and were taken to Emory University Hospital after being transported through Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, federal health officials confirmed.The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said the patients were part of a coordinated federal repatriation effort involving American citizens who were exposed aboard the MV Hondius cruise ship, where an outbreak of the Andes variant of hantavirus ha]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/hantavirus-outbreak-couple-exposed-arrive-at-emory-university-hospital-for-evaluation/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 19:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/hantavirus-outbreak-couple-exposed-arrive-at-emory-university-hospital-for-evaluation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gov. Kemp signs Georgia tax relief bills lowering income taxes and expanding homeowner relief]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp signed a pair of major tax relief bills into law Monday that will lower income taxes, boost deductions, and give homeowners new tools to fight rising property tax bills.Kemp was joined at the state Capitol by First Lady Marty Kemp, Lt. Gov. Burt Jones, House Speaker Jon Burns, state agency leaders and business partners as he signed House Bill 463 and Senate Bill 33, two measures Republican leaders called key priorities during this year's legislative session."We've remaine]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gov-kemp-signs-georgia-tax-relief-bills-lowering-income-taxes-and-expanding-homeowner-relief/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 18:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gov-kemp-signs-georgia-tax-relief-bills-lowering-income-taxes-and-expanding-homeowner-relief/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Americans from hantavirus-hit cruise ship arrive in U.S., including 1 who tested positive, another with symptoms]]></title><description><![CDATA[Seventeen Americans and a dual British-U.S. citizen evacuated from the cruise ship hit with a deadly outbreak of hantavirus arrived in the U.S. early Monday.One American on the repatriation flight "tested mildly PCR positive for the Andes virus," the strain involved in this outbreak, and another began showing symptoms, the Department of Health and Human Services said Sunday night.Both passengers were "travelling in the plane's biocontainment units out of an abundance of caution," HHS said. The p]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/americans-from-hantavirus-hit-cruise-ship-arrive-in-us-including-1-who-tested-positive-another-with-symptoms/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 17:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/americans-from-hantavirus-hit-cruise-ship-arrive-in-us-including-1-who-tested-positive-another-with-symptoms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia double amputee speaks out after release from ICE custody: "They treat us like cattle"]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rodney Taylor, a double amputee and Atlanta father of seven, spoke out for the first time since he was reunited with his family after spending more than a year in custody at a South Georgia immigration detention center. Taylor came to the United States with his mother at the age of 2 from Liberia and has lived in the country for decades. He was detained in connection with a decades-old burglary charge from 1997, which was later pardoned in 2010, advocates said. The Atlanta barber's case drew att]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-double-amputee-speaks-out-after-release-from-ice-custody-they-treat-us-like-cattle/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 17:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-double-amputee-speaks-out-after-release-from-ice-custody-they-treat-us-like-cattle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hantavirus outbreak: 2 Georgia residents exposed arrive at Emory University Hospital for evaluation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two Georgia residents believed to have been exposed to hantavirus arrived in Atlanta on Monday and were taken to Emory University Hospital after being transported through Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, federal health officials confirmed.The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said the patients were part of a coordinated federal repatriation effort involving American citizens who were exposed aboard the MV Hondius cruise ship, where an outbreak of the Andes variant of ha]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/hantavirus-outbreak-2-georgia-residents-exposed-arrive-at-emory-university-hospital-for-evaluation/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 17:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/hantavirus-outbreak-2-georgia-residents-exposed-arrive-at-emory-university-hospital-for-evaluation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Small Georgia town reinstates officers days after the mayor dissolved police department]]></title><description><![CDATA[A town council in a small north Georgia mountain community has reinstated the community's police department, restoring the jobs of its officers two days after the mayor fired them all.Friday's special meeting of the Cohutta Town Council was standing-room only, the Associated Press reported.According to Cohutta Vice Mayor Shane Kornberg, the officers reinstated immediately and will receive back pay,On Wednesday morning,&nbsp;WDEF&nbsp;reported that a notice was posted on the Cohutta Police Depart]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/small-georgia-town-reinstates-officers-days-after-the-mayor-dissolved-police-department/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 17:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/small-georgia-town-reinstates-officers-days-after-the-mayor-dissolved-police-department/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New floating trash trap in Metro Atlanta filters stormwater and grows native plants]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Chamblee neighborhood park is home to a device catching trash, filtering stormwater and growing native plants all at once.&nbsp;The Chattahoochee Riverkeeper installed a floating wetland trash trap at Huntley Hills Park. It is only the third installation of its kind in the entire country and the first in Metro Atlanta.&nbsp;This new design, with neighbors in mind, is joining a network of 18 other trash traps the organization operates throughout the Chattahoochee River basin.&nbsp;The structure]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/new-floating-trash-trap-in-metro-atlanta-filters-stormwater-and-grows-native-plants/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 16:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/new-floating-trash-trap-in-metro-atlanta-filters-stormwater-and-grows-native-plants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[PEACE Academy, Georgia's first Afrocentric charter school emphasizes culture, community and state standards]]></title><description><![CDATA[You can feel the energy of PEACE Academy Charter School as soon as you pull up for morning drop off. Students are greeted by upbeat music and smiling teachers who call them by name as they enter the building.&nbsp;Inside the school, an African drum is played while students clap along to the beat. It's PEACE Academy's version of Ubuntu. The gathering allows students to center themselves, share a Black history moment, birthdays and affirmations. &nbsp;"Ubuntu essentially is an African proverb that]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/peace-academy-georgias-first-afrocentric-charter-school-emphasizes-culture-community-and-state-standards/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 16:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/peace-academy-georgias-first-afrocentric-charter-school-emphasizes-culture-community-and-state-standards/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta lawyer balances legal career with extra role on CBS soap "Beyond the Gates"]]></title><description><![CDATA["Beyond the Gates," the hit CBS soap opera filmed in Doraville, is giving viewers on-screen drama and opening doors for people chasing big dreams off-screen.By day, Jessica Thomas is in the courtroom, and by night, she is living her dream.Thomas is a lawyer who found her way onto the set of "Beyond the Gates" as an extra.She said she didn't know what she was signing up for."At the time, this was last fall, I was actually going through a layoff in my real life, and I had the time. So I thought, y]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-lawyer-balances-legal-career-with-extra-role-on-cbs-soap-beyond-the-gates/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 15:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-lawyer-balances-legal-career-with-extra-role-on-cbs-soap-beyond-the-gates/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Community to honor 3 Georgia teens killed in Florida spring break crash at celebration of life Monday in Cumming]]></title><description><![CDATA[Family, friends and a grieving North Georgia community will come together to honor the three teenagers whose lives were cut short during a spring break trip to Florida.A celebration of life for Jackson Mobley, Jaylyn Fehr and Charlotte Martin, students at Horizon Christian Academy, is set for 6:30 p.m. Monday at Browns Bridge Church.The three teens were killed on April 6 when their vehicle veered off the road and burst into flames in Jackson County, Florida. A fourth student, Jamison Mobley, sur]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/community-to-honor-3-georgia-teens-killed-in-florida-spring-break-crash-at-celebration-of-life-monday-in-cumming/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 15:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/community-to-honor-3-georgia-teens-killed-in-florida-spring-break-crash-at-celebration-of-life-monday-in-cumming/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta weather: Light rain in the forecast, but a bright sunrise kicks off the day]]></title><description><![CDATA[A few light showers are possible across metro Atlanta today, but no major impacts are expected on the roads. Despite the rain chances, skies start off with a beautiful sunrise over Sandy Springs, offering a bright start to the morning before temperatures climb into the 80s.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-weather-light-rain-in-the-forecast-but-a-bright-sunrise-kicks-off-the-day/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 14:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-weather-light-rain-in-the-forecast-but-a-bright-sunrise-kicks-off-the-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meet Aunty Aja of Atlanta's Peace Academy]]></title><description><![CDATA[At Peace Academy Charter School in Decatur, students start the day with music, affirmations and lessons rooted in culture and community. The school is the only Afrocentric charter school in Georgia, blending state curriculum with African-centered teachings designed to help students feel seen, confident and connected.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/meet-aunty-aja-of-atlantas-peace-academy/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 13:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/meet-aunty-aja-of-atlantas-peace-academy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[As Georgia early voting surges, residents say researching candidates matters more than ever in crowded primary races]]></title><description><![CDATA[Early voting is off to a strong start in Georgia, with the Secretary of State's Office reporting that more than 460,000 ballots have already been accepted statewide. But while turnout numbers continue to rise, many voters say this year's primary ballot is also one of the longest they've seen in years.From statewide races for governor and U.S. Senate to judicial and local contests, some voters reported working through four or five pages of candidates before casting their ballot.&nbsp;Emory Univer]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/as-georgia-early-voting-surges-residents-say-researching-candidates-matters-more-than-ever-in-crowded-primary-races/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 13:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/as-georgia-early-voting-surges-residents-say-researching-candidates-matters-more-than-ever-in-crowded-primary-races/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Braves legend Bobby Cox dies at 84]]></title><description><![CDATA[Braves country continues to honor the life and legacy of former manager Bobby Cox. He died over the weekend at the age of 84.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-braves-legend-bobby-cox-dies-at-84/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 12:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-braves-legend-bobby-cox-dies-at-84/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia primary election sees strong early turnout and unusually long ballots]]></title><description><![CDATA[Early voting is off to a strong start in Georgia, with the Secretary of State&rsquo;s Office reporting that more than 460,000 ballots have already been accepted statewide. But while turnout numbers continue to rise, many voters say this year&rsquo;s primary ballot is also one of the longest they&rsquo;ve seen in years.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-primary-election-sees-strong-early-turnout-and-unusually-long-ballots/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 12:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-primary-election-sees-strong-early-turnout-and-unusually-long-ballots/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[17 Americans from hantavirus-hit cruise ship arrive in U.S., including 1 who tested positive, another with symptoms]]></title><description><![CDATA[Seventeen Americans and a British citizen evacuated from the cruise ship hit with a deadly outbreak of hantavirus arrived in the U.S. early Monday.One American on the repatriation flight began showing symptoms of hantavirus and another "tested mildly PCR positive for the Andes virus," the Department of Health and Human Services said Sunday night.Both passengers were "travelling in the plane's biocontainment units out of an abundance of caution," HHS said. The passenger who tested positive was no]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/17-americans-from-hantavirus-hit-cruise-ship-arrive-in-us-including-1-who-tested-positive-another-with-symptoms/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 12:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/17-americans-from-hantavirus-hit-cruise-ship-arrive-in-us-including-1-who-tested-positive-another-with-symptoms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta woman balances law career and acting dream on "Beyond the Gates"]]></title><description><![CDATA[A metro Atlanta lawyer is balancing courtroom deadlines by day and TV call times by night after landing a role as an extra on CBS&rsquo;s &ldquo;Beyond the Gates,&rdquo; filmed in Doraville. Jessica Thomas says what started as a Facebook post during a difficult chapter in her life turned into a chance to pursue a lifelong acting dream while working full-time as an attorney.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-woman-balances-law-career-and-acting-dream-on-beyond-the-gates/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 12:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-woman-balances-law-career-and-acting-dream-on-beyond-the-gates/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia gas prices could jump as Kemp’s gas tax suspension nears end]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia drivers could soon see higher prices at the pump as Gov. Brian Kemp&rsquo;s statewide gas tax suspension is set to expire next Tuesday. The temporary suspension has saved drivers about 33 cents per gallon, but there&rsquo;s no indication the relief will be extended. Here&rsquo;s what the change could mean for motorists across the state.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-gas-prices-could-jump-as-kemps-gas-tax-suspension-nears-end/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 12:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-gas-prices-could-jump-as-kemps-gas-tax-suspension-nears-end/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New floating trash trap aims to help Atlanta waterways]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new weapon in the fight against water protection is floating in a metro Atlanta creek and it's doing a lot more than just collecting trash.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/new-floating-trash-trap-aims-to-help-atlanta-waterways/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 12:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/new-floating-trash-trap-aims-to-help-atlanta-waterways/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kemp to sign tax cut bills Monday, delivering savings for Georgia families and homeowners]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp&nbsp;will put his signature on a pair of tax relief bills Monday that will lower income taxes, boost deductions, and give homeowners new tools to fight rising property tax bills.Kemp's office notified lawmakers Thursday that he planned to sign House Bill 463 and Senate Bill 33, two measures that were top priorities for Republican legislative leaders this session, though both fell short of the more sweeping tax overhaul the GOP had originally promised.Lower income taxes an]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/kemp-to-sign-tax-cut-bills-monday-delivering-savings-for-georgia-families-and-homeowners/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 12:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/kemp-to-sign-tax-cut-bills-monday-delivering-savings-for-georgia-families-and-homeowners/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[17 Americans from hantavirus cruise ship arrive in U.S. for quarantine]]></title><description><![CDATA[An American citizen on a repatriation flight began showing symptoms of hantavirus and another "tested mildly PCR positive for the Andes virus" after being evacuated from the cruise ship that was hit with the deadly outbreak, the Department of Health and Human Services said Sunday night.Both passengers were "travelling in the plane's biocontainment units out of an abundance of caution," HHS said. The passenger who tested positive was not experiencing symptoms, according to a statement from the Un]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/17-americans-from-hantavirus-cruise-ship-arrive-in-us-for-quarantine/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 11:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/17-americans-from-hantavirus-cruise-ship-arrive-in-us-for-quarantine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Americans from cruise ship linked to hantavirus outbreak to arrive in U.S. for monitoring as Georgia residents remain under watch]]></title><description><![CDATA[Federal health officials are expected to provide an update Monday after 17 American citizens connected to a hantavirus outbreak aboard the MV Hondius cruise ship are on their way back to the United States for monitoring and medical assessment.This comes as CBS is learning that one American evacuated from the cruise ship began showing hantavirus symptoms, and another tested "mildly" PCR positive for Andes virus after arriving on a repatriation flight, according to the Department of Health and Hum]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/americans-from-cruise-ship-linked-to-hantavirus-outbreak-to-arrive-in-us-for-monitoring-as-georgia-residents-remain-under-watch/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 05:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/americans-from-cruise-ship-linked-to-hantavirus-outbreak-to-arrive-in-us-for-monitoring-as-georgia-residents-remain-under-watch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[American returning to U.S. from hantavirus cruise ship tests "mildly" positive on evacuation flight, HHS says]]></title><description><![CDATA[An American citizen on a repatriation flight began showing symptoms of hantavirus and another "tested mildly PCR positive for the Andes virus" after being evacuated from the cruise ship that was hit with the deadly outbreak, the Department of Health and Human Services said Sunday night.&nbsp;Both passengers were "travelling in the plane's biocontainment units out of an abundance of caution," HHS said.The announcement came after France's&nbsp;prime minister said Sunday afternoon&nbsp;that a citiz]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/american-returning-to-us-from-hantavirus-cruise-ship-tests-mildly-positive-on-evacuation-flight-hhs-says/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 04:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/american-returning-to-us-from-hantavirus-cruise-ship-tests-mildly-positive-on-evacuation-flight-hhs-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA["The Devil Wears Prada 2" bests "Mortal Kombat II" at the box office]]></title><description><![CDATA[In a box office battle of the sequels, "The Devil Wears Prada 2" had the slight edge over "Mortal Kombat II" in North American theaters this weekend. According to studio estimates Sunday, "The Devil Wears Prada 2" earned a chart topping $43 million in its second weekend, while "Mortal Kombat II" took in $40 million in its first.This weekend had wide variety of newcomers playing in wide release, including the family-friendly whodunnit "The Sheep Detectives" and a James Cameron co-directed Billie]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/the-devil-wears-prada-2-bests-mortal-kombat-ii-at-the-box-office/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 03:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/the-devil-wears-prada-2-bests-mortal-kombat-ii-at-the-box-office/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chastain Park Arts Festival returns to Buckhead with artists, food and Mother's Day crowds]]></title><description><![CDATA[Families, artists and art lovers gathered in Buckhead this weekend as the Chastain Park Spring Arts Festival returned for its annual Mother's Day celebration.The two-day event featured nearly 175 artists and artisans, along with food vendors, drinks, live music and activities designed to bring the community together. &nbsp;"This is the 18th annual Chastain Park Spring Arts Festival," Executive Director Randall Fox told CBS News Atlanta during the event. "We're here every other Mother's Day. We'v]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/chastain-park-arts-festival-returns-to-buckhead-with-artists-food-and-mothers-day-crowds/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 01:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/chastain-park-arts-festival-returns-to-buckhead-with-artists-food-and-mothers-day-crowds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gwinnett County sheriff's office hosts mental health awareness fair to connect residents with local resources]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office hosted its fifth annual Community Mental Health Awareness Fair on Saturday in Lawrenceville, aiming to connect residents with local mental health and wellness resources. &nbsp;The event, held at Alexander Park's Lois Lane Pavilion, featured more than 35 community partners offering information on counseling, insurance assistance, housing support for veterans, medical care and mental health treatment options. &nbsp;"We call it breaking the stigma," said Major S]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gwinnett-county-sheriffs-office-hosts-mental-health-awareness-fair-to-connect-residents-with-local-resources/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 00:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gwinnett-county-sheriffs-office-hosts-mental-health-awareness-fair-to-connect-residents-with-local-resources/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[French passenger of hantavirus cruise ship starts showing symptoms on evacuation flight, prime minister says]]></title><description><![CDATA[A French citizen on a repatriation flight began showing symptoms of hantavirus after being evacuated from the cruise ship that was hit with the deadly outbreak, the country's prime minister said Sunday afternoon. Passengers began disembarking Sunday morning after the ship docked in&nbsp;Spain's Canary Islands.Officials previously said that no one aboard the ship was showing symptoms of hantavirus, which is typically transmitted by rodents. Patients involved in the outbreak have tested positive f]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/french-passenger-of-hantavirus-cruise-ship-starts-showing-symptoms-on-evacuation-flight-prime-minister-says/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 00:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/french-passenger-of-hantavirus-cruise-ship-starts-showing-symptoms-on-evacuation-flight-prime-minister-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hosea Helps hosts "Mommy &amp; Me" giveaway in Atlanta, continuing decades-long legacy of community support]]></title><description><![CDATA[Families lined up at the headquarters of Hosea Helps this weekend for the nonprofit's "Mommy &amp; Me" giveaway event, where volunteers distributed diapers, wipes, food boxes, baby clothes and other essentials to mothers and children across metro Atlanta.The event, held Saturday at the organization's southwest Atlanta headquarters, was designed to support mothers facing food insecurity and rising economic pressure. &nbsp;"Today we are fighting statistics about Black women," said Elisabeth Omilam]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/hosea-helps-hosts-mommy-amp-me-giveaway-in-atlanta-continuing-decades-long-legacy-of-community-support/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 23:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/hosea-helps-hosts-mommy-amp-me-giveaway-in-atlanta-continuing-decades-long-legacy-of-community-support/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Dream survive thriller in Minneapolis, edge Lynx 91-90 to ppen 2026 WNBA season]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Dream trailed by double digits, fought back twice and still needed Angel Reese's game-saving block in the final seconds to survive.&nbsp;Atlanta opened the 2026 WNBA season with a 91-90 victory over the Minnesota Lynx on Saturday night, powered by Allisha Gray's 24 points, Te-Hina Paopao's pull-up jumper with 12 seconds remaining, and a performance that left little doubt about what this team intends to do this season.Reese's block on Emese Hof's layup attempt in the closing seconds s]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-dream-survive-thriller-in-minneapolis-edge-lynx-91-90-to-ppen-2026-wnba-season/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 23:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-dream-survive-thriller-in-minneapolis-edge-lynx-91-90-to-ppen-2026-wnba-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Dream survive thriller in Minneapolis, edge Lynx 91-90 to open 2026 WNBA season]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Dream trailed by double digits, fought back twice and still needed Angel Reese's game-saving block in the final seconds to survive.&nbsp;Atlanta opened the 2026 WNBA season with a 91-90 victory over the Minnesota Lynx on Saturday night, powered by Allisha Gray's 24 points, Te-Hina Paopao's pull-up jumper with 12 seconds remaining, and a performance that left little doubt about what this team intends to do this season.Reese's block on Emese Hof's layup attempt in the closing seconds s]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-dream-survive-thriller-in-minneapolis-edge-lynx-91-90-to-open-2026-wnba-season/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 23:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-dream-survive-thriller-in-minneapolis-edge-lynx-91-90-to-open-2026-wnba-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Driver killed after fiery chain-reaction crash shuts down I-85 in DeKalb County, GSP says]]></title><description><![CDATA[One person is dead after a fiery overnight crash involving multiple vehicles shut down all northbound lanes of Interstate 85 in DeKalb County early Sunday morning, according to the Georgia State Patrol.The crash happened around 2:11 a.m. on I-85 North just north of Shallowford Road, troopers said.According to investigators, the crash involved a box truck, a semi-tanker, a Ford F-150 and a Ford Excursion.Troopers said the investigation determined the driver of the box truck was following too clos]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/driver-killed-after-fiery-chain-reaction-crash-shuts-down-i-85-in-dekalb-county-gsp-says/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 22:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/driver-killed-after-fiery-chain-reaction-crash-shuts-down-i-85-in-dekalb-county-gsp-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Savannah Bananas bring baseball, coffee and community together at Atlanta Dunkin' near Truist Park]]></title><description><![CDATA[The lines at a Dunkin' near Truist Park looked a little different Saturday morning.Instead of only grabbing coffee and donuts, fans were also getting autographs, selfies and dance moves from players with the Savannah Bananas ahead of the team's weekend games in metro Atlanta. &nbsp;The event, held at the Dunkin' on Powers Ferry Road near Truist Park, brought together families from both the Atlanta and Savannah areas as the Bananas continued their rise from a coastal Georgia baseball sensation to]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/savannah-bananas-bring-baseball-coffee-and-community-together-at-atlanta-dunkin-near-truist-park/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 22:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/savannah-bananas-bring-baseball-coffee-and-community-together-at-atlanta-dunkin-near-truist-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mother's Day at Atlanta's College Football Hall of Fame offers free admission, mimosas for moms]]></title><description><![CDATA[Families spent Mother's Day at the College Football Hall of Fame on Sunday as the downtown attraction offered free admission, complimentary mimosas and flowers for mothers as part of a special holiday celebration. &nbsp;The event, called "Mother's Day at The Hall Built by The Home Depot," invited families to celebrate the holiday with an experience centered around sports, family and interactive exhibits. Organizers said the goal was to show visitors that the Hall of Fame is "more than a museum."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/mothers-day-at-atlantas-college-football-hall-of-fame-offers-free-admission-mimosas-for-moms/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 21:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/mothers-day-at-atlantas-college-football-hall-of-fame-offers-free-admission-mimosas-for-moms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fiery overnight crashes shut down lanes on I-85 in DeKalb County, police say]]></title><description><![CDATA[Multiple overnight crashes shut down lanes on Interstate 85 North in DeKalb County early Saturday morning, according to investigators.DeKalb County Police said officers responded around 1:19 a.m. to a reported collision on I-85 North near Shallowford Road. Preliminary findings suggest a box truck rear-ended a pickup truck. &nbsp;Investigators said minutes after that crash, a second collision happened when an SUV and a tanker truck struck the original crash scene. &nbsp;DeKalb County Police are i]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/fiery-overnight-crashes-shut-down-lanes-on-i-85-in-dekalb-county-police-say/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 20:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/fiery-overnight-crashes-shut-down-lanes-on-i-85-in-dekalb-county-police-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[International operation disrupts "cocaine highway" across the Atlantic Ocean]]></title><description><![CDATA[A weekslong operation to thwart drug trafficking routes from Latin America to Europe has successfully disrupted what authorities called "a major cocaine highway" in the Atlantic Ocean.Over 12 tons of cocaine and about 9.5 metric tons of hashish were seized over the course of the operation, which lasted from April 13 to April 26,&nbsp;said Europol, the European Union's law enforcement agency. Eight vessels were intercepted and 54 people were arrested overall.The mission involved international law]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/international-operation-disrupts-cocaine-highway-across-the-atlantic-ocean/</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 19:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/international-operation-disrupts-cocaine-highway-across-the-atlantic-ocean/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pedestrian fatally hit by Frontier airplane departing Denver for Los Angeles, flight canceled after engine fire]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Frontier plane fatally struck a pedestrian in Denver as it was taking off for Los Angeles Friday night, according to the airline and Denver International Airport.The Airbus A321 was taking off from Denver and departing for Los Angeles when the person crossed the runway around 11:19 p.m., according to&nbsp;statements&nbsp;issued by Frontier Airlines and the Denver airport.First responders assist Frontier Airlines Flight 4345 after a pedestrian was struck by the plane during takeoff from Denver]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/pedestrian-fatally-hit-by-frontier-airplane-departing-denver-for-los-angeles-flight-canceled-after-engine-fire/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 21:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/pedestrian-fatally-hit-by-frontier-airplane-departing-denver-for-los-angeles-flight-canceled-after-engine-fire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canton special needs educator named ACTIVE Academies' Teacher of the Year]]></title><description><![CDATA[A special needs teacher at Cherokee County' ACTIVE Academies Campus in Canton has been named her school's teacher of the year.It's the highest award for a teacher at the unique school.Angela Ezell says her passion for teaching students with learning disabilities and making sure they are accepted is the real reward."I just fell in love with this population. I didn't know that this was in store for me," Ezell said. Angela Ezell teaches special needs students in ACTIVE Academies Campus' transitiona]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/canton-special-needs-educator-named-active-academies-teacher-of-the-year/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 00:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/canton-special-needs-educator-named-active-academies-teacher-of-the-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ACTIVE Academies names Angela Ezell 2026 Teacher of the Year]]></title><description><![CDATA[Angela Ezell says her passion for teaching students with learning disabilities and making sure they are accepted is the real reward.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/active-academies-names-angela-ezell-2026-teacher-of-the-year/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 00:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/active-academies-names-angela-ezell-2026-teacher-of-the-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Get ready for a wet Georgia weekend with showers showing up on Mother's Day]]></title><description><![CDATA[Going somewhere in Georgia to celebrate Mother's Day this Sunday? You may want to bring your umbrella]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/get-ready-for-a-wet-georgia-weekend-with-showers-showing-up-on-mothers-day/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 00:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/get-ready-for-a-wet-georgia-weekend-with-showers-showing-up-on-mothers-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Entertainment production services company winds down operations in Atlanta amid film production decline]]></title><description><![CDATA[As Georgia sees a drop in film and television production, Quixote, a leading industry vendor, announced at the end of April that it would begin winding down its Atlanta operations. The company calls itself a one-stop shop for transportation and production equipment. The announcement comes as Georgia sees more productions that may have filmed in the Peach State move overseas &mdash; impacting the industry across the board. "It's cheaper to shoot there," said Georgia Production Partnership co-pres]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/entertainment-production-services-company-winds-down-operations-in-atlanta-amid-film-production-decline/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 23:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/entertainment-production-services-company-winds-down-operations-in-atlanta-amid-film-production-decline/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Savannah Bananas bring trademark baseball wackiness to Truist Park]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Savannah Bananas have become a worldwide phenomenon by reinventing the sport of baseball, and they're visiting Truist Park for three nights of fun.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/savannah-bananas-bring-trademark-baseball-wackiness-to-truist-park/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 23:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/savannah-bananas-bring-trademark-baseball-wackiness-to-truist-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Interstate 285 weekend closure canceled over stormy weather]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Georgia Department of Transportation has pressed pause on a major construction project that would have shut down part of Interstate 285 over the weekend.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/interstate-285-weekend-closure-canceled-over-stormy-weather/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 23:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/interstate-285-weekend-closure-canceled-over-stormy-weather/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Quixote production services leaving Georgia amid film production drop]]></title><description><![CDATA[As Georgia sees a decrease in film and television productions, Quixote, a leading industry vendor, is winding down its Atlanta operations, citing industry conditions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/quixote-production-services-leaving-georgia-amid-film-production-drop/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 23:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/quixote-production-services-leaving-georgia-amid-film-production-drop/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CDC activates Level 3 emergency response for hantavirus outbreak: Here's what that means]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has activated its 24/7 emergency center in Atlanta to monitor the recent deadly hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship, sources tell CBS News.CDC officials say its center is now operating on a Level 3 response. That's the lowest level of emergency activation.According to the CDC document, a Level 3 response involves CDC experts in the disease leading the activation with their own staff and possible assistance from some staff at the Emergency Activatio]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/cdc-activates-level-3-emergency-response-for-hantavirus-outbreak-heres-what-that-means/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 23:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/cdc-activates-level-3-emergency-response-for-hantavirus-outbreak-heres-what-that-means/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia prepares for final weekend of early voting in primary]]></title><description><![CDATA[As Georgia enters the final weekend of early voting for the May 19 primary election, poll workers say they're seeing voters spending a lot more time making their decisions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-prepares-for-final-weekend-of-early-voting-in-primary/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 23:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-prepares-for-final-weekend-of-early-voting-in-primary/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[GDOT cancels weekend construction shutdown of I-285 due to weather]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Georgia Department of Transportation is delaying a major construction project that would have shut down part of Interstate 285 over the weekend.GDOT officials confirmed with CBS News Atlanta that the planned closure, which would have stretched from Exit 7 at Cascade Road to Exit 9 at Martin Luther King Jr., has been pushed back due to weather.The official said that the contractor working on the project determined that due to Sunday's expected storms, they were not confident that the project]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gdot-cancels-weekend-construction-shutdown-of-i-285-due-to-weather/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 23:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gdot-cancels-weekend-construction-shutdown-of-i-285-due-to-weather/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Dream unveil opening night roster, new Nike jerseys and a free way to watch every game]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Dream announced their 2026 WNBA opening night roster this week, headlined by the blockbuster addition of two-time All-Star Angel Reese alongside a returning core that set franchise records just a season ago.The 12-player roster includes Naz Hillmon, Te-Hina Paopao, Jordin Canada, Reese, Holly Winterburn, Rhyne Howard, Madina Okot, Alisha Gray, Isobel Borlase, Indya Nivar, Sika Kone and Brionna Jones. Tree players were released Thursday: Taylor Thierry, Stephanie Jones, Matte Cazorla]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-dream-unveil-opening-night-roster-new-nike-jerseys-and-a-free-way-to-watch-every-game/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 19:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-dream-unveil-opening-night-roster-new-nike-jerseys-and-a-free-way-to-watch-every-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man accused of stealing over $72,000 from Georgia Lottery with forged check, officials say]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr has announced the indictment of a Dawson man accused of depositing a forged check appearing to be from the Georgia Lottery Corporation for more than $72,000.The indictment, approved by a Bartow County grand jury, charges 33-year-old Jovante Peters with third-degree forgery and theft by taking.An investigation by the GBI and the Attorney General's White Collar and Cyber Crime Unit found that Peters allegedly deposited the check worth around $72,096."Let's be ve]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/man-accused-of-stealing-over-72000-from-georgia-lottery-with-forged-check-officials-say/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 18:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/man-accused-of-stealing-over-72000-from-georgia-lottery-with-forged-check-officials-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gwinnett County man sentenced to life for deadly double shooting over perceived slight]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Lawrenceville man has been sentenced to life in prison after pleading guilty to the deadly double shooting of two people over a perceived slight toward him.On Tuesday, 55-year-old Javier Aragon Ruiz pleaded guilty to two counts of malice murder, two counts of felony murder, four counts of aggravated assault, three counts of possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony, and one count of possession of a knife during the commission of a felony.Authorities say Ruiz went to church with]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gwinnett-county-man-sentenced-to-life-for-deadly-double-shooting-over-perceived-slight/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 18:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gwinnett-county-man-sentenced-to-life-for-deadly-double-shooting-over-perceived-slight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Usher is looking for interns to hit the road with him and Chris Brown this summer]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you've ever dreamed of working behind the scenes of a major concert tour, Usher wants to hear from you, and the deadline is this Saturday.The R&amp;B superstar is searching for 10 paid interns to join him on the road this summer for the highly anticipated R&amp;B Tour with Chris Brown, through his nonprofit organization, Usher's New Look.The 11-week internship runs May 27 through Aug. 10, and will take selected interns across multiple states as part of a live, traveling concert tour. Interns]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/usher-is-looking-for-interns-to-hit-the-road-with-him-and-chris-brown-this-summer/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 18:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/usher-is-looking-for-interns-to-hit-the-road-with-him-and-chris-brown-this-summer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FBI renews call for tips in grisly 2014 killings of Georgia grandparents involving decapitated body]]></title><description><![CDATA[Twelve years ago, the gruesome slayings of two Georgia grandparents shook a quiet gated community. The mystery of who killed Russell Joseph Dermond and Shirley Wilcox Dermond remains unsolved.On the anniversary of their murders, the Federal Bureau of Investigation's Atlanta Field Office and the Putnam County Sheriff's Office renewed a call for information that might help with the case.Friends called 911 on May 6, 2014, when they found the body of 88-year-old Russell Dermond in the garage of his]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/fbi-renews-call-for-tips-in-grisly-2014-killings-of-georgia-grandparents-involving-decapitated-body/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 17:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/fbi-renews-call-for-tips-in-grisly-2014-killings-of-georgia-grandparents-involving-decapitated-body/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia man indicted for social media threats toward Kristi Noem and Pam Bondi, prosecutors say]]></title><description><![CDATA[A federal grand jury has charged a Georgia man with threatening violence against former Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and former Attorney General Pam Bondi on social media.An indictment obtained by CBS News Atlanta showed that Elliot Owen Schroer was indicted on two charges of threats by interstate communications and two charges of threats to former United States Officials on Tuesday.According to the indictment, Schroer made the threats in a series of posts on X on April]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-man-indicted-for-social-media-threats-toward-kristi-noem-and-pam-bondi-prosecutors-say/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 17:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-man-indicted-for-social-media-threats-toward-kristi-noem-and-pam-bondi-prosecutors-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FBI renewing push for information on unsolved brutal murders of Georgia grandparents]]></title><description><![CDATA[Twelve years ago, the gruesome slayings of two Georgia grandparents shook a quiet gated community. The mystery of who killed Russell Joseph Dermond and Shirley Wilcox Dermond remains unsolved.On the anniversary of their murders, the Federal Bureau of Investigation's Atlanta Field Office and the Putnam County Sheriff's Office renewed a call for information that might help with the case.Friends called 911 on May 6, 2014, when they found the body of 88-year-old Russell Dermond in the garage of his]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/fbi-renewing-push-for-information-on-unsolved-brutal-murders-of-georgia-grandparents/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 16:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/fbi-renewing-push-for-information-on-unsolved-brutal-murders-of-georgia-grandparents/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North Fulton County residents continue recovering from overnight storms, toppled trees]]></title><description><![CDATA[North Fulton County continues to recover from the overnight storms that rolled through metro Atlanta Wednesday night into Thursday morning. The Roswell Fire Department posted on Facebook that crews responded to a call on River Close at 7:37 p.m. on Wednesday after a neighbor saw a bright flash of lightning and stepped outside to find smoke and fire coming from the roof next door. RFD said crews were at the scene in under four minutes, had the fire under control by 7:57 p.m., and no injuries were]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/north-fulton-county-residents-continue-recovering-from-overnight-storms-toppled-trees/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 16:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/north-fulton-county-residents-continue-recovering-from-overnight-storms-toppled-trees/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fulton County still feeling impact of overnight storms]]></title><description><![CDATA[North Fulton County continues to recover from the overnight storms that rolled through Metro Atlanta Wednesday night into Thursday morning.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/fulton-county-still-feeling-impact-of-overnight-storms/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 16:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/fulton-county-still-feeling-impact-of-overnight-storms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[West Atlanta Watershed Alliance preserves trails, wildlife and historic Negro Leagues site after storms]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hundreds of people visit the West Atlanta Watershed Alliance on Richland Road each week. That's why it surveys the 25-acre nature preserve for hanging or fallen tree limbs after storms move through metro Atlanta."Southwest Atlanta tends to get hit pretty hard because of the tree canopy," said Na'Taki Osborne Jelks, the co-founder and executive director of WAWA. "About 60 percent of the tree canopy in the city is in Southwest Atlanta. A lot of it is in private yards and things like that. But we a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/west-atlanta-watershed-alliance-preserves-trails-wildlife-and-historic-negro-leagues-site-after-storms/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 15:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/west-atlanta-watershed-alliance-preserves-trails-wildlife-and-historic-negro-leagues-site-after-storms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta conservation group maintains trails, bridges and historic sites in urban forest]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hundreds of people visit the West Atlanta Watershed Alliance on Richland Road each week. That's why it surveys the 25-acre nature preserve for hanging or fallen tree limbs after storms move through metro Atlanta.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-conservation-group-maintains-trails-bridges-and-historic-sites-in-urban-forest/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 15:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-conservation-group-maintains-trails-bridges-and-historic-sites-in-urban-forest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Coffee Was Black turns Atlanta coffee runs into lessons in Black history]]></title><description><![CDATA[In Atlanta&rsquo;s historic Sweet Auburn District, Coffee Was Black is serving more than coffee and tea. Founder Malcolm Voltaire says the Caribbean-inspired shop is built around storytelling, culture and community &mdash; all inside a historic building once owned by pioneering Black businesswoman Geneva Haugabrooks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/coffee-was-black-turns-atlanta-coffee-runs-into-lessons-in-black-history/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 15:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/coffee-was-black-turns-atlanta-coffee-runs-into-lessons-in-black-history/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia drivers face pain at the pump as gas prices surge ahead of summer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Commuters across Georgia are feeling the squeeze this week as gasoline prices saw a dramatic spike, jumping nearly 30 cents per gallon in the last week.While prices vary significantly across the metro area, the trend is clear: the cost of refueling is on a steady climb. Friday morning, price points ranged from $3.80 to as high as $4.29 per gallon.&nbsp;At a Shell station along Shallowford Road, regular unleaded reached the $4.29 mark, while diesel prices have climbed to $5.39.Market analysts poi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-drivers-face-pain-at-the-pump-as-gas-prices-surge-ahead-of-summer/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 14:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-drivers-face-pain-at-the-pump-as-gas-prices-surge-ahead-of-summer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia Aquarium gives wounded veterans chance to swim with whale sharks and manta rays]]></title><description><![CDATA[Swimming with manta rays, giant groupers, and even a whale shark brought joy and excitement to a group of injured U.S. military veterans who got to experience the healing power of water and wildlife at the Georgia Aquarium.The swim Wednesday at the aquarium in Atlanta also gave the U.S. service people who are part of the Wounded Warrior Project a much needed respite from their recovery and the stresses of life. The organization works with injured and wounded veterans and their families,"It gives]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-aquarium-gives-wounded-veterans-chance-to-swim-with-whale-sharks-and-manta-rays/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 14:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-aquarium-gives-wounded-veterans-chance-to-swim-with-whale-sharks-and-manta-rays/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta women find community and connection through growing Bible study and faith ministry]]></title><description><![CDATA[A young woman in Atlanta is turning bible study into a space where women from different generations can lean on each other through faith.&nbsp;What started as one pastor's idea has now grown into a ministry connecting hundreds of women across the metro.Mallory Henson runs EncountHer Women's Ministry at Encounter Church.She told CBS News Atlanta she was shocked when her pastor asked her to start the group nine years ago."I was about 24 when God just called me to be over this ministry," Henson sai]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-women-find-community-and-connection-through-growing-bible-study-and-faith-ministry/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 14:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-women-find-community-and-connection-through-growing-bible-study-and-faith-ministry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta women are finding faith, friendship and community through growing Bible ministry]]></title><description><![CDATA[A young woman in Atlanta is turning bible study into a space where women from different generations can lean on each other through faith.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-women-are-finding-faith-friendship-and-community-through-growing-bible-ministry/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 14:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-women-are-finding-faith-friendship-and-community-through-growing-bible-ministry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[50 years later, Havana Sandwich Shop still feels like home for many Atlantans]]></title><description><![CDATA[For 50 years, Havana Sandwich Shop has served Cuban food along Buford Highway while becoming part of Atlanta's story.The family-owned restaurant first opened in February 1976 after Debbie Benedit's late husband, Eddie, returned from their honeymoon in Miami with an idea to bring Cuban food to Atlanta. He said, 'You'll see.' Well, we've all seen," Benedit said.The business started inside an old convenience store. Benedit said family members worked around the clock for weeks to open the restaurant]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/50-years-later-havana-sandwich-shop-still-feels-like-home-for-many-atlantans/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 13:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/50-years-later-havana-sandwich-shop-still-feels-like-home-for-many-atlantans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orkin Discovery Zone exhibit now open at Fernbank Museum in Druid Hills]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Fernbank Museum just opened a new exhibit featuring a Mexican red-kneed tarantula named "Court-knee" as part of their educational exhibit. The spider is one of three live animals throughout the exhibit.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/orkin-discovery-zone-exhibit-now-open-at-fernbank-museum-in-druid-hills/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 13:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/orkin-discovery-zone-exhibit-now-open-at-fernbank-museum-in-druid-hills/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gov. Kemp Signs Rio&rsquo;s Law after advocacy from "Love on the Spectrum" star]]></title><description><![CDATA[&ldquo;Love on the Spectrum&rdquo; star Connor Tomlinson is celebrating a major milestone after helping advocate for Georgia&rsquo;s new &ldquo;Rios Law.&rdquo; The legislation creates a disability-designated license plate and requires law enforcement training aimed at improving communication and safety during traffic stops and other encounters.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gov-kemp-signs-riorsquos-law-after-advocacy-from-love-on-the-spectrum-star/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 13:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gov-kemp-signs-riorsquos-law-after-advocacy-from-love-on-the-spectrum-star/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[50 years on Buford Highway: The family behind Atlanta’s beloved Havana sandwich shop]]></title><description><![CDATA[For nearly 50 years, Havana Sandwich Shop has been more than a restaurant along Buford Highway; it&rsquo;s been a second home for generations of Atlantans. This is the story of the family behind the beloved Cuban eatery that survived hardship, change, and tragedy while chasing the American dream.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/50-years-on-buford-highway-the-family-behind-atlantas-beloved-havana-sandwich-shop/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 12:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/50-years-on-buford-highway-the-family-behind-atlantas-beloved-havana-sandwich-shop/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gas prices continue to surge across Georgia]]></title><description><![CDATA[More pain at the pump for drivers as Georgia gas prices continue to soar. As the governor's gas tax suspension is set to expire in a few days, the state average for regular gas is now just under $4.10 a gallon and it's even more expensive across the metro.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gas-prices-continue-to-surge-across-georgia/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 12:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gas-prices-continue-to-surge-across-georgia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Missing Atlanta teen Benjamin Braithwaite found safe after more than a week, police say]]></title><description><![CDATA[The search for missing 16-year-old Benjamin Braithwaite is over. Atlanta police announced just before midnight Thursday that he had been located, more than a week after he vanished from his Regency Trace home.The department shared the update on social media but did not release additional details about where he was found or the circumstances surrounding his recovery.Braithwaite had been missing since the night of April 27, when he was last seen around 9 p.m. at his home in Atlanta. His family sai]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/missing-atlanta-teen-benjamin-braithwaite-found-safe-after-more-than-a-week-police-say/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 12:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/missing-atlanta-teen-benjamin-braithwaite-found-safe-after-more-than-a-week-police-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta officials warn FIFA fans to stay away from unauthorized parking operations]]></title><description><![CDATA[A chaotic parking lot situation in Atlanta is now raising questions about unauthorized parking operations ahead of the FIFA World Cup."When I came back, my car was on the wrecker. They said he was scamming," said Dewan Marlow, a driver who said he paid to park before nearly losing his vehicle.CBS News Atlanta obtained a police incident report about the incident, which happened near Dutch Valley Road and Monroe Drive NE on Oct. 25, 2025. The report states officers responded to reports of someone]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-officials-warn-fifa-fans-to-stay-away-from-unauthorized-parking-operations/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 00:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-officials-warn-fifa-fans-to-stay-away-from-unauthorized-parking-operations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Concerns over unauthorized parking operations in Atlanta ahead of FIFA World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[As Atlanta prepares for large crowds tied to the FIFA World Cup, sports fans need to be on the lookout for scammers trying to run illegitimate parking operations.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/concerns-over-unauthorized-parking-operations-in-atlanta-ahead-of-fifa-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 00:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/concerns-over-unauthorized-parking-operations-in-atlanta-ahead-of-fifa-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CBS Atlanta surprises Jobina Fortson-Evans with baby shower]]></title><description><![CDATA[CBS Atlanta anchor Jobina Fortson-Evans is expecting, and the station decided to help her celebrate with a baby shower to remember.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/cbs-atlanta-surprises-jobina-fortson-evans-with-baby-shower/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 23:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/cbs-atlanta-surprises-jobina-fortson-evans-with-baby-shower/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia seeing pause in rainy weather until Sunday]]></title><description><![CDATA[After Wednesday night's storms, most of Georgia will have a break from the rain, but more much-needed drought relief will come our way on Sunday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-seeing-pause-in-rainy-weather-until-sunday/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 23:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-seeing-pause-in-rainy-weather-until-sunday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Roswell police warning parents of risk of young people riding e-bikes]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Roswell Police Department said it is seeing more children operating high-powered e-bikes and electric motorcycles that they are either too young to legally ride or are using in prohibited areas such as sidewalks, parks and multi-use trails.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/roswell-police-warning-parents-of-risk-of-young-people-riding-e-bikes/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 23:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/roswell-police-warning-parents-of-risk-of-young-people-riding-e-bikes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unwrapping the complicated issue of maternal mental health]]></title><description><![CDATA[A lot of women struggle during their pregnancies and in the months after giving birth. Experts say some symptoms are temporary and can be treated.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/unwrapping-the-complicated-issue-of-maternal-mental-health/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 23:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/unwrapping-the-complicated-issue-of-maternal-mental-health/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arthur M. Blank U.S. Soccer National Training Center opens in Fayetteville]]></title><description><![CDATA[The massive new soccer training center has officially opened in Fayetteville, Georgia. CBS News' Sam Crenshaw spoke with former USMNT goalkeeper Brad Guzan about what the center means for soccer in American and in Georgia.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/arthur-m-blank-us-soccer-national-training-center-opens-in-fayetteville/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 23:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/arthur-m-blank-us-soccer-national-training-center-opens-in-fayetteville/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia residents isolating after hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Georgia Department of Public Health is actively monitoring two Georgia residents who recently returned home after disembarking from the MV Hondius, the cruise ship at the center of a hantavirus outbreak.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-residents-isolating-after-hantavirus-outbreak-on-cruise-ship/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 23:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-residents-isolating-after-hantavirus-outbreak-on-cruise-ship/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia nonprofit searching for foster families as state sees steep decline in participants]]></title><description><![CDATA[More than 11,000 children in Georgia are in foster care, but new numbers show the state has fewer and fewer families to place kids with.The number of licensed foster homes in Georgia has declined by 40% since 2019, double the national average.Allison Ashe, the CEO of Georgia nonprofit Wellroot Family Services, says inflation and COVID fatigue are some of the reasons. "As inflation continues to grow, the per diems for being a foster parent have not kept pace with that, and foster parents are havi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-nonprofit-searching-for-foster-families-as-state-sees-steep-decline-in-participants/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 23:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-nonprofit-searching-for-foster-families-as-state-sees-steep-decline-in-participants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Delta Community Credit Union gives grant to support STEM education]]></title><description><![CDATA[A metro Atlanta STEM program is getting a $10,000 boost to give students hands-on experience in coding, artificial intelligence, and more.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/delta-community-credit-union-gives-grant-to-support-stem-education/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 23:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/delta-community-credit-union-gives-grant-to-support-stem-education/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia sees drastic decline in foster homes]]></title><description><![CDATA[More than 11,000 children in Georgia are in foster care, but new numbers show the state has fewer and fewer families to place kids with.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-sees-drastic-decline-in-foster-homes/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 23:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-sees-drastic-decline-in-foster-homes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gwinnett County man sentenced to life for murder of man during altercations over puppies]]></title><description><![CDATA[A 75-year-old Lawrenceville man has been sentenced to life in prison for killing a man during an argument about puppies.A jury found Stanley Nathaniel Elliott guilty of felony murder, aggravated assault, and possession of a firearm for the death of 44-year-old Anthony Collins.According to prosecutors, Collins was walking his Jack Russell puppies on the afternoon of Feb. 25, 2021, on Riverside Parkway when he encountered Elliott. During the meeting, Elliott pulled out a gun and fatally shot Colli]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gwinnett-county-man-sentenced-to-life-for-murder-of-man-during-altercations-over-puppies/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 22:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gwinnett-county-man-sentenced-to-life-for-murder-of-man-during-altercations-over-puppies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mayor of small Georgia town dissolves police department after officers' dispute with his wife]]></title><description><![CDATA[The mayor of a small North Georgia town has fired the entire police department after a dispute between officers and his wife. WDEF reported that a notice was posted on the Cohutta Police Department's door that was credited to Mayor Ron Shinnick on Wednesday morning."The PD has been dissolved, and all personnel have been terminated," the notice read, in part.At the end of April, city officials held a press conference where then-Police Chief Greg Fowler joined the mayor and read a statement saying]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/mayor-of-small-georgia-town-dissolves-police-department-after-officers-dispute-with-his-wife/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 21:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/mayor-of-small-georgia-town-dissolves-police-department-after-officers-dispute-with-his-wife/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Roswell police warn parents after rise in kids riding illegal high-powered e-bikes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Parents in Roswell are being urged to take a closer look at the electric bikes and motorcycles their children are riding as police warn of a growing number of crashes and safety concerns involving young riders.The Roswell Police Department said it is seeing more children operating high-powered e-bikes and electric motorcycles that they are either too young to legally ride or are using in prohibited areas such as sidewalks, parks and multi-use trails."People are getting hurt," Public Information]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/roswell-police-warn-parents-after-rise-in-kids-riding-illegal-high-powered-e-bikes/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 20:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/roswell-police-warn-parents-after-rise-in-kids-riding-illegal-high-powered-e-bikes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Coweta County residents file appeal to stop massive data center on protected rural land]]></title><description><![CDATA[A group of Coweta County residents is taking their own county to court, fighting to stop a massive data center campus on nearly 830 acres of rural conservation land.The lawsuit and appeal, filed Tuesday in Coweta County Superior Court, names both Coweta County and Atlas Development, LLC as defendants. Seventeen residents, farmers, longtime landowners, and neighbors, are asking a judge to throw out the county's decision to rezone the land and block the project entirely.At the heart of the fight i]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/coweta-county-residents-file-appeal-to-stop-massive-data-center-on-protected-rural-land/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 19:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/coweta-county-residents-file-appeal-to-stop-massive-data-center-on-protected-rural-land/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suspect in Gwinnett County gaming store burglary arrested while selling stolen Pokemon cards, police say]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gwinnett County police say they've arrested a suspect accused of stealing thousands of dollars' worth of Pok&eacute;mon cards during a gaming store burglary.Authorities say the suspect, identified as 33-year-old Oscar Reyes Montero Stewart, attempted to sell the cards to another store.While that transaction was ongoing, police say Stewart was arrested on unrelated charges out of Cobb County.Police say thousands of dollars in Pokemon cards were stolen during a burglary at a Gwinnett County gaming]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/suspect-in-gwinnett-county-gaming-store-burglary-arrested-while-selling-stolen-pokemon-cards-police-say/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 18:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/suspect-in-gwinnett-county-gaming-store-burglary-arrested-while-selling-stolen-pokemon-cards-police-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump endorses Burt Jones for Georgia governor in statewide tele-rally: "He's that outstanding"]]></title><description><![CDATA[President Donald Trump joined Georgia Lt. Gov. Burt Jones on a tele-rally Wednesday night, urging thousands of Republican voters to elect Jones as the state's next governor in the May 19 primary.Trump, speaking to what Jones said were thousands of listeners on the call, was effusive in his praise and direct about why he got involved."I don't do these often, but I do it in the case of Burt, because hopefully he's going to win," Trump said. "He's a great man. He was a great lieutenant governor, an]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/trump-endorses-burt-jones-for-georgia-governor-in-statewide-tele-rally-hes-that-outstanding/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 17:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/trump-endorses-burt-jones-for-georgia-governor-in-statewide-tele-rally-hes-that-outstanding/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[GBI investigating former inmate's claims of medical neglect at Fulton County Jail]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Georgia Bureau of Investigation says it is looking into claims from a former Fulton County inmate that severe medical neglect at the county's jail led to the amputation of his fingers and lower legs.In a statement, the GBI confirmed with CBS News Atlanta that it has been requested by the Fulton County Sheriff's Office to review Rashaad Muhammad's allegations.Muhammad was arrested after being involved in a shooting on Aug. 11 and calling 911, his attorneys said. When police arrived, they ende]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gbi-investigating-former-inmates-claims-of-medical-neglect-at-fulton-county-jail/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 17:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gbi-investigating-former-inmates-claims-of-medical-neglect-at-fulton-county-jail/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suspect in multiple metro Atlanta child molestation cases now in custody, police say]]></title><description><![CDATA[A suspect in multiple child molestation cases in Cobb County has been taken into custody, authorities say.Last week, the Cobb County Police Department shared surveillance photos of a man who investigators say they've now identified as 51-year-old Hysunn Lamar Rowan of Lawrenceville.Officials described Rowan as a "danger to the public" who was a suspect in two cases in Cobb and others in Douglas County.Cobb County Police Department "His apprehension was the result of efforts by many law enforceme]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/suspect-in-multiple-metro-atlanta-child-molestation-cases-now-in-custody-police-say/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 16:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/suspect-in-multiple-metro-atlanta-child-molestation-cases-now-in-custody-police-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Deadly Kroger parking lot crash in DeKalb County: Car hits pedestrian on sidewalk, kills driver]]></title><description><![CDATA[A routine afternoon shopping trip turned deadly outside an Atlanta-area grocery store Wednesday when a crash sent a car careening onto a sidewalk, killing one person and injuring two others.DeKalb County Police responded around 3:20 p.m. to a Kroger in the 2300 block of Wesley Chapel Road, where investigators say a driver's vehicle struck another car that was parked in front of the store.The force of the impact pushed the parked car onto the sidewalk, where it struck a pedestrian before coming t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/deadly-kroger-parking-lot-crash-in-dekalb-county-car-hits-pedestrian-on-sidewalk-kills-driver/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 16:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/deadly-kroger-parking-lot-crash-in-dekalb-county-car-hits-pedestrian-on-sidewalk-kills-driver/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man accused of killing woman, shooting himself in DeKalb County Publix parking lot, police say]]></title><description><![CDATA[DeKalb County police have arrested a man for the deadly shooting of a woman in a local Publix's parking lot.Officials say the shots rang out around 7:20 p.m. on Wednesday near the grocery store on the 3000 block of Panola Road.Officers responding to the scene found a woman and a man who had both been shot.The woman, identified as 25-year-old Chayla Cummings, died at the scene. The man, 23-year-old Isaiah Tarver, was rushed to a local hospital.On Thursday, investigators say they have determined t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/man-accused-of-killing-woman-shooting-himself-in-dekalb-county-publix-parking-lot-police-say/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 16:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/man-accused-of-killing-woman-shooting-himself-in-dekalb-county-publix-parking-lot-police-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chaka Khan Foundation helps bring accessibility upgrades to renovated Metro Atlanta park]]></title><description><![CDATA[A decades-long effort to transform a neighborhood park in College Park is reaching a major milestone.Renovations at Charles E. Phillips Esquire Park are now substantially complete, turning what community members once described as a rundown park into a modern gathering space with new amenities for families and children.For Amanda White, who lives nearby, the changes have already made a difference for her family."I live right down the street, so I usually come down here on my lunch break," White s]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/chaka-khan-foundation-helps-bring-accessibility-upgrades-to-renovated-metro-atlanta-park/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 14:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/chaka-khan-foundation-helps-bring-accessibility-upgrades-to-renovated-metro-atlanta-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How one weekly lunch changed a North Fulton veteran's life]]></title><description><![CDATA[For many senior citizens, a simple visit can make all the difference. Oscar Bird said his weekly lunch with volunteer Marian Andeweg has become one of the highlights of his life.&nbsp;"Well, she takes me to lunch once every week, and it's something that I look for very much," Bird said. "It's a change in my life."Bird is a 78-year-old Vietnam veteran who is legally blind and cannot drive. Most days, he said, he spends time at home listening to music and the Atlanta Braves.Andeweg volunteers with]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/how-one-weekly-lunch-changed-a-north-fulton-veterans-life/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 13:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/how-one-weekly-lunch-changed-a-north-fulton-veterans-life/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia senior says volunteer friendship helped him through depression and isolation]]></title><description><![CDATA[For many senior citizens, a simple visit can make all the difference. Oscar Bird said his weekly lunch with volunteer Marian Andeweg has become one of the highlights of his life.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-senior-says-volunteer-friendship-helped-him-through-depression-and-isolation/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 13:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-senior-says-volunteer-friendship-helped-him-through-depression-and-isolation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North Georgia mayor fires entire police department after complaints about wife]]></title><description><![CDATA[A small North Georgia town is now without a police department after the mayor fired the entire force days after officers filed complaints involving the mayor&rsquo;s wife. The former police chief says officers lost their jobs after raising transparency concerns, while the mayor says the firings were tied to &ldquo;inappropriate comments.&rdquo; The Whitfield County Sheriff's Office is expected to take over law enforcement operations in the area.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/north-georgia-mayor-fires-entire-police-department-after-complaints-about-wife/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 13:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/north-georgia-mayor-fires-entire-police-department-after-complaints-about-wife/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Roswell seniors sign for skilled trades careers as Georgia faces construction worker shortage]]></title><description><![CDATA[A group of seniors at Roswell High School celebrated the next step in their futures by signing letters of intent for careers in the skilled trades. The students are part of SkillsUSA, supported by Construction Ready, which helps connect graduates to jobs straight out of high school as Georgia faces a growing shortage of construction workers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/roswell-seniors-sign-for-skilled-trades-careers-as-georgia-faces-construction-worker-shortage/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 13:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/roswell-seniors-sign-for-skilled-trades-careers-as-georgia-faces-construction-worker-shortage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[$1.7 million renovation transforms Charles E. Phillips Esquire Park in College Park]]></title><description><![CDATA[Renovations at Charles E. Phillips Esquire Park are now substantially complete, marking a major milestone for a long-awaited community project. Officials say the former neighborhood park has been fully upgraded through a $1.7 million investment funded by Community Development Block Grants, the City of College Park, Fulton County, and HUD.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/17-million-renovation-transforms-charles-e-phillips-esquire-park-in-college-park/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 13:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/17-million-renovation-transforms-charles-e-phillips-esquire-park-in-college-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heavy rain slows Atlanta traffic as wet roads create dangerous morning commute]]></title><description><![CDATA[Drivers across metro Atlanta are dealing with heavy rain, ponding water, and slow-moving traffic during the morning commute. Conditions appear worse north of I-20, with pooling on roads and backups near construction zones along the West Perimeter. Motorists are urged to slow down and use caution as rain continues moving through the area.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/heavy-rain-slows-atlanta-traffic-as-wet-roads-create-dangerous-morning-commute/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 13:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/heavy-rain-slows-atlanta-traffic-as-wet-roads-create-dangerous-morning-commute/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ted Turner remembered: Business partner reflects on media icon’s legacy and friendship]]></title><description><![CDATA[As tributes pour in for media pioneer Ted Turner, his longtime friend and business partner George McKerrow is sharing memories of the billionaire broadcaster behind Ted's Montana Grill. McKerrow reflects on Turner&rsquo;s integrity, wisdom, and the decades-long friendship that began with their partnership in 2001.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/ted-turner-remembered-business-partner-reflects-on-media-icons-legacy-and-friendship/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 12:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/ted-turner-remembered-business-partner-reflects-on-media-icons-legacy-and-friendship/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Severe storms sweep Georgia: Next Weather’s 360° forecast and tornado updates]]></title><description><![CDATA[Join Next Weather meteorologist Orelon Sidney in the studio for a real-time, 360-degree look at fast-moving storms across Georgia and the Southeast. Get the latest on tornado watches, severe thunderstorm warnings, and heavy rainfall affecting your area. Find out what to expect overnight and into the weekend as more rain and storms are on the way. Stay prepared with up-to-date forecasts and safety tips for you and your family.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/severe-storms-sweep-georgia-next-weathers-360-forecast-and-tornado-updates/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 05:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/severe-storms-sweep-georgia-next-weathers-360-forecast-and-tornado-updates/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Candlelight vigil: Civil rights groups unite against Georgia election bill]]></title><description><![CDATA[Civil rights and faith organizations gathered for a candlelight vigil to protest a controversial bill awaiting Governor Brian Kemp's signature. The legislation, which would make key local elections nonpartisan in several metro Atlanta counties, is seen by opponents as a Republican effort to suppress marginalized voices and disenfranchise Black and Hispanic communities. Hear from advocates as they speak out against the bill's potential impact on democracy and representation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/candlelight-vigil-civil-rights-groups-unite-against-georgia-election-bill/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 05:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/candlelight-vigil-civil-rights-groups-unite-against-georgia-election-bill/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Deadly virus outbreak on cruise ship: 2 Georgia residents monitored after evacuation]]></title><description><![CDATA[New images show health workers evacuating patients from a cruise ship facing a deadly virus outbreak. Two evacuees are from Georgia, but officials say they currently show no symptoms. The Georgia Department of Health is monitoring their condition closely. Please check flight statuses, as storms may cause delays, and stay tuned for the latest health and weather updates.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/deadly-virus-outbreak-on-cruise-ship-2-georgia-residents-monitored-after-evacuation/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 05:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/deadly-virus-outbreak-on-cruise-ship-2-georgia-residents-monitored-after-evacuation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Power outages hit North Georgia: 1,400 without electricity as storms roll in]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live updates on power outages across North Georgia and metro Atlanta as severe storms leave 1,400 customers in the dark. Utility crews are on standby, and officials urge residents to charge devices and prepare emergency kits with water, food, and flashlights in case of extended outages. Stay tuned for the latest alerts and safety tips.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/power-outages-hit-north-georgia-1400-without-electricity-as-storms-roll-in/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 05:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/power-outages-hit-north-georgia-1400-without-electricity-as-storms-roll-in/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Flash flood watch in Atlanta: Streets at risk as heavy rain hits Southeast]]></title><description><![CDATA[Severe storms are drenching Alabama and Mississippi, forcing evacuations and raising concerns of flash flooding in metro Atlanta. With a Flash Flood Watch in effect until 8 a.m., CBS News Atlanta reports live from flood-prone areas and shares crucial safety tips for drivers as rising waters threaten local roads. Stay safe and stay informed with the latest updates.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/flash-flood-watch-in-atlanta-streets-at-risk-as-heavy-rain-hits-southeast/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 05:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/flash-flood-watch-in-atlanta-streets-at-risk-as-heavy-rain-hits-southeast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tornado watch &amp; flood threat: Heavy rain, storms move into Georgia overnight]]></title><description><![CDATA[Meteorologist Orelon Sidney tracks severe storms sweeping across Georgia tonight. Tornado watches remain in effect until 1 a.m. as heavy rain, lightning, and flooding threaten the region. Stay weather aware&mdash;find out which counties are at risk and how long the dangerous conditions will last.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/tornado-watch-amp-flood-threat-heavy-rain-storms-move-into-georgia-overnight/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 05:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/tornado-watch-amp-flood-threat-heavy-rain-storms-move-into-georgia-overnight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2 Georgia residents monitored after cruise ship hantavirus outbreak, health officials say]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is actively monitoring two Georgia residents who recently returned home after disembarking from the MV Hondius, the cruise ship at the center of a hantavirus outbreak that has raised concerns among global health officials.&nbsp;According to DPH, both individuals are currently in good health and have shown no signs of infection. They are adhering to the latest recommendations provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).In a releas]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/2-georgia-residents-monitored-after-cruise-ship-hantavirus-outbreak-health-officials-say/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 04:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/2-georgia-residents-monitored-after-cruise-ship-hantavirus-outbreak-health-officials-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[DeKalb County Kroger crash: 1 dead, 2 seriously injured off Wesley Chapel Road]]></title><description><![CDATA[Around 3:20 p.m. on May 6, DeKalb County police responded to a crash outside a Kroger in the 2300 block of Wesley Chapel Road.Preliminary investigation suggests a driver's vehicle struck another vehicle parked in the front of the store. The impact sent that vehicle up on the sidewalk, where it struck a pedestrian and then it came to rest against the building. The driver of the parked vehicle died at the scene. The person on the sidewalk and the initial driver had serious injuries and went to a h]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dekalb-county-kroger-crash-1-dead-2-seriously-injured-off-wesley-chapel-road/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 02:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dekalb-county-kroger-crash-1-dead-2-seriously-injured-off-wesley-chapel-road/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Postal worker murder in DeKalb County now a federal death penalty-eligible case, prosecutors say]]></title><description><![CDATA[Federal prosecutors have charged a Decatur man with the murder of a U.S. Postal Service letter carrier who was shot and killed while delivering mail in DeKalb County earlier this year, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Northern District of Georgia. &nbsp;Prosecutors announced Wednesday that 24-year-old Nahjel Malik Williams has been indicted on charges of first-degree murder of a federal employee and discharging a firearm during a crime of violence in connection with the death of p]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/postal-worker-murder-in-dekalb-county-now-a-federal-death-penalty-eligible-case-prosecutors-say/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 02:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/postal-worker-murder-in-dekalb-county-now-a-federal-death-penalty-eligible-case-prosecutors-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two Georgia residents monitored after cruise ship hantavirus outbreak, health officials say]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) is actively monitoring two Georgia residents who recently returned home after disembarking from the MV Hondius, the cruise ship at the center of a hantavirus outbreak that has raised concerns among global health officials.&nbsp;According to DPH, both individuals are currently in good health and have shown no signs of infection. They are adhering to the latest recommendations provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).The outbrea]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/two-georgia-residents-monitored-after-cruise-ship-hantavirus-outbreak-health-officials-say/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 01:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/two-georgia-residents-monitored-after-cruise-ship-hantavirus-outbreak-health-officials-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sports with Sam: Redan battles Cook in high school baseball playoffs, Atlanta Dream set for tip-off]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sam Crenshaw reports live from Stone Mountain as Redan High faces a tough series against Cook in the Class 2A Elite Eight, with weather threatening a decisive third game. Meanwhile, anticipation is sky-high for the Atlanta Dream's new WNBA season after a record-breaking year and the arrival of star rookie Angel Reese.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/sports-with-sam-redan-battles-cook-in-high-school-baseball-playoffs-atlanta-dream-set-for-tip-off/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 00:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/sports-with-sam-redan-battles-cook-in-high-school-baseball-playoffs-atlanta-dream-set-for-tip-off/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ted Turner, Atlanta media titan who transformed city into global TV powerhouse, dies at 87]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ted Turner, the billionaire media pioneer who founded CNN and helped transform Atlanta into a global hub for sports, entertainment and television, has died at the age of 87, according to a statement released Wednesday by his family. &nbsp;Turner died peacefully surrounded by family, the statement said. &nbsp;Known for his larger-than-life personality and groundbreaking impact on the television industry, Turner founded CNN in 1980 &mdash; creating the world's first 24-hour cable news network and]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/ted-turner-atlanta-media-titan-who-transformed-city-into-global-tv-powerhouse-dies-at-87/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 00:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/ted-turner-atlanta-media-titan-who-transformed-city-into-global-tv-powerhouse-dies-at-87/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marjorie Taylor Greene says her family received death threats after Trump called her a "traitor"]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Georgia Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene claims she and her family received death threats following an event in Texas where former President Trump reportedly called her a traitor. Greene says the threats came after she pushed to release sensitive documents and that Trump told her the threats were her fault.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/marjorie-taylor-greene-says-her-family-received-death-threats-after-trump-called-her-a-traitor/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 00:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/marjorie-taylor-greene-says-her-family-received-death-threats-after-trump-called-her-a-traitor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta rideshare drivers say rising gas is hurting their profits]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rising gas prices are cutting into the bottom line for people who drive for a living in metro Atlanta.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-rideshare-drivers-say-rising-gas-is-hurting-their-profits/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 00:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-rideshare-drivers-say-rising-gas-is-hurting-their-profits/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta kids learn road safety with city’s first traffic garden]]></title><description><![CDATA[Atlanta Public Schools and the Atlanta Department of Transportation have opened the city's first traffic garden at Heritage Academy Elementary. This miniature streetscape gives students a hands-on lesson in road safety, teaching them how to walk and bike safely using realistic signs, crosswalks, and intersections.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-kids-learn-road-safety-with-citys-first-traffic-garden/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 00:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-kids-learn-road-safety-with-citys-first-traffic-garden/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia school systems planning how to implement state's new high school cellphone ban]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia has officially passed a cellphone ban in high schools with the Distraction Free Education Act.On Tuesday, Gov. Brian Kemp signed House Bill 1009, expanding a ban already in place for elementary and middle schools to the state's high schools.The ban will go into effect in July 2027. Until then, school districts across the state have time to figure out how to implement the new law's requirements, as the law lets schools choose how to keep phones out of the classroom. Many metro Atlanta sch]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-school-systems-planning-how-to-implement-states-new-high-school-cellphone-ban/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 23:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-school-systems-planning-how-to-implement-states-new-high-school-cellphone-ban/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia school districts preparing for new high school cellphone ban]]></title><description><![CDATA[School districts across Georgia have until next year to figure out how to implement the new law's banning the use of cellphones in high school.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-school-districts-preparing-for-new-high-school-cellphone-ban/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 23:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-school-districts-preparing-for-new-high-school-cellphone-ban/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Flight attendant battles cancer as health insurance hangs in limbo after Spirit Airlines layoff]]></title><description><![CDATA[After being laid off in the Spirit Airlines shutdown, former flight attendant Dante Taylor is left fighting both Hodgkin's lymphoma and the uncertainty of losing employer-provided health insurance. With his coverage now in jeopardy and alternatives like COBRA or marketplace insurance slow to take effect, Dante faces mounting financial and medical challenges. See how this airline industry shakeup is impacting workers on a deeply personal level.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/flight-attendant-battles-cancer-as-health-insurance-hangs-in-limbo-after-spirit-airlines-layoff/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 23:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/flight-attendant-battles-cancer-as-health-insurance-hangs-in-limbo-after-spirit-airlines-layoff/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia bracing for severe weather and flooding from overnight storms]]></title><description><![CDATA[There&rsquo;s a possibility that stronger storms, including winds and tornadoes could move in while most Georgians are sleeping on Wednesday night.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-bracing-for-severe-weather-and-flooding-from-overnight-storms/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 23:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-bracing-for-severe-weather-and-flooding-from-overnight-storms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[$10K reward for missing Atlanta teen; massive Lithonia fire and rabies alert in DeKalb County]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stay updated with the CBS News app: Authorities are offering a $10,000 reward for information on missing 16-year-old Benjamin Braithwaite from Atlanta. Meanwhile, firefighters battle a persistent lumber fire in Lithonia that could smolder for weeks, causing ongoing road closures. Plus, DeKalb County health officials issue rabies warnings after recent animal cases. Get the latest on these developing stories.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/10k-reward-for-missing-atlanta-teen-massive-lithonia-fire-and-rabies-alert-in-dekalb-county/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 23:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/10k-reward-for-missing-atlanta-teen-massive-lithonia-fire-and-rabies-alert-in-dekalb-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta officials, crews preparing for severe weather threats as storm approaches Georgia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Metro Atlanta is facing multiple severe weather threats on Wednesday night heading into Thursday morning. Possible threats include a risk of flooding, wind damage, tornadoes, and lightning. Crews with Duffy Companies were out trimming trees in Milton on Wednesday ahead of the storms. Anthony Ursache, a certified arborist with Duffy Companies, told CBS News Atlanta that when weather like this rolls through, they often get last-minute calls from homeowners to trim or cut down trees. "If you have d]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-officials-crews-preparing-for-severe-weather-threats-as-storm-approaches-georgia/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 23:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-officials-crews-preparing-for-severe-weather-threats-as-storm-approaches-georgia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ted Turner, visionary businessman who changed news forever, dies at 87]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ted Turner changed how the world experienced history in real time. From Atlanta to newsrooms around the world, his impact on sports and media are felt every day.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/ted-turner-visionary-businessman-who-changed-news-forever-dies-at-87/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 23:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/ted-turner-visionary-businessman-who-changed-news-forever-dies-at-87/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Betting on Trump's influence? How GA-14 runoff became a testing ground as prediction markets reshape 2026 elections]]></title><description><![CDATA[Political bettors turned their attention to Georgia's 14th Congressional District, wagering not just on the election's outcome, but on the enduring influence of Donald Trump within the Republican Party - a real-time example of how political betting markets are beginning to shape the way Americans consume elections. &nbsp;The nationally watched runoff drew attention not only because of Trump's endorsement power, but also because of how rapidly prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket are bec]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/betting-on-trumps-influence-how-ga-14-runoff-became-a-testing-ground-as-prediction-markets-reshape-2026-elections/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 23:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/betting-on-trumps-influence-how-ga-14-runoff-became-a-testing-ground-as-prediction-markets-reshape-2026-elections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro Atlanta preparing for round of severe weather overnight]]></title><description><![CDATA[Crews are hard at work preparing for multiple severe weather threats expected to hit the metro Atlanta area on Wednesday night.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/metro-atlanta-preparing-for-round-of-severe-weather-overnight/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 23:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/metro-atlanta-preparing-for-round-of-severe-weather-overnight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Antisemitic incidents in Georgia hit record high for property destruction in 2025, new ADL report finds]]></title><description><![CDATA[Antisemitic vandalism in Georgia reached an all-time high in 2025, even as the state's overall number of hate incidents dropped significantly, according to a new report&nbsp;from the Anti-Defamation League.The ADL's annual Audit of Antisemitic Incidents, released Wednesday, found 83 total antisemitic incidents across Georgia in 2025, the third most ever recorded in the state. Of those, 29 were acts of vandalism, surpassing the previous state record of 25 and marking the highest number of antisem]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/antisemitic-incidents-in-georgia-hit-record-high-for-property-destruction-in-2025-new-adl-report-finds/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 19:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/antisemitic-incidents-in-georgia-hit-record-high-for-property-destruction-in-2025-new-adl-report-finds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marjorie Taylor Greene claims Trump said her family deserved death threats after split over Epstein files]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Georgia. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene said that she and her family received death threats after President Trump labeled her a "traitor."At a speech at The Ron Paul Institute in Texas over the weekend, Greene discussed her push to release documents involving the Jeffrey Epstein case, an effort that she says put her at odds with the president."President Trump's hand was forced to sign it," Greene told the crowd. "He didn't sign that because he supported it. He was forced. And so we released]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/marjorie-taylor-greene-claims-trump-said-her-family-deserved-death-threats-after-split-over-epstein-files/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 18:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/marjorie-taylor-greene-claims-trump-said-her-family-deserved-death-threats-after-split-over-epstein-files/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Raccoon, dead cat test positive for rabies in DeKalb County neighborhood]]></title><description><![CDATA[DeKalb County officials are warning residents in the Lithonia area about a positive rabies case involving a raccoon and a dead cat. Authorities say the raccoon tested positive for rabies on Sunday.Georgia is a rabies endemic state, which means that the virus can be found in wildlife all year long. Officials say that means it's important for residents to make sure their pets are up-to-date on their vaccinations. The disease, which can be transmitted through bites and scratches from infected anima]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/raccoon-dead-cat-test-positive-for-rabies-in-dekalb-county-neighborhood/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 17:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/raccoon-dead-cat-test-positive-for-rabies-in-dekalb-county-neighborhood/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia gas prices jump past $4 as Iran war continue to disrupt fuel markets]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia drivers are feeling the pain of an oil price spike, bringing the cost of a gallon of gas past the $4 threshold on Wednesday.According to AAA, the average price for a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline in the Peach State is now nearly $4.05. That's a jump of almost 14 cents overnight, and over 33 cents compared to the same time in April.Data shows that the average gallon of diesel fuel has also jumped by nearly 10 cents in a day, though a gallon remains 11 cents lower than a month ago.Wh]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-gas-prices-jump-past-4-as-iran-war-continue-to-disrupt-fuel-markets/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 17:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-gas-prices-jump-past-4-as-iran-war-continue-to-disrupt-fuel-markets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Flood Watch issued for Atlanta, North Georgia: tornadoes and damaging winds possible overnight Wednesday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wednesday and Thursday are both NEXT Weather alert&nbsp;days as CBS Atlanta's Next Weather team tracks the risk of severe storms across Georgia.&nbsp;The main threats will be strong, damaging winds, flooding, and the possibility of rotating storms that could lead to tornadoes.There is currently a Flood Watch in effect for all of Atlanta, Metro, and most of North Georgia between 4 p.m. on Wednesday and 8 a.m. on Thursday.This is also the timeframe that strong damaging winds as well as tornadoes a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/flood-watch-issued-for-atlanta-north-georgia-tornadoes-and-damaging-winds-possible-overnight-wednesday/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 16:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/flood-watch-issued-for-atlanta-north-georgia-tornadoes-and-damaging-winds-possible-overnight-wednesday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[$10,000 reward offered for info on Atlanta teen missing for over a week: "Even small details matter"]]></title><description><![CDATA[A $10,000 reward is now being offered in the search for an Atlanta teenager who has been missing for over a week.Sixteen-year-old&nbsp;Benjamin Braithwaite has been missing since the night of April 27.Braithwaite, a sophomore at KIPP Atlanta Collegiate High School, was last seen around 9:00 p.m. at his home in the Regency Trace neighborhood. Since then, his family has said they haven't had any contact with the teen.With the search stretching on for more than a week, his family and officials at H]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/10000-reward-offered-for-info-on-atlanta-teen-missing-for-over-a-week-even-small-details-matter/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 16:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/10000-reward-offered-for-info-on-atlanta-teen-missing-for-over-a-week-even-small-details-matter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Buc-ee's sues Georgia convenience store Teddy's, says rival copied its famous beaver mascot "down to the smile"]]></title><description><![CDATA[Buc-ee's is taking a Georgia convenience store chain to federal court, accusing it of copying its famous beaver brand right down to the cartoon mascot, the color scheme, and the life-size animal statue out front.The Texas-based travel stop giant filed suit May 1 in U.S. District Court in Atlanta against Teddy's Market and its owners, Karan Ahuja of Alpharetta and Mickey Kapoor of Duluth, along with six related LLCs. Buc-ee's is demanding a jury trial.A bear that looks a lot like a beaverBuc-ee's]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/buc-ees-sues-georgia-convenience-store-teddys-says-rival-copied-its-famous-beaver-mascot-down-to-the-smile/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 16:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/buc-ees-sues-georgia-convenience-store-teddys-says-rival-copied-its-famous-beaver-mascot-down-to-the-smile/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia storm threat: heavy rain, strong winds, possible tornadoes overnight]]></title><description><![CDATA[CBS NEXT Weather meteorologist Troy Bridges delivers the latest forecast for Wednesday, May 6, 2026.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-storm-threat-heavy-rain-strong-winds-possible-tornadoes-overnight/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 15:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-storm-threat-heavy-rain-strong-winds-possible-tornadoes-overnight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Michael Jackson impersonator brings King of Pop's legacy to life for fans]]></title><description><![CDATA[From the moves to the voice, to the way he connects with fans, one world-renowned Atlanta performer is honoring the influence of Michael Jackson.&nbsp;CBS News Atlanta tagged along with him to the premiere of Michael at The Springs Cinema and Taphouse, where he met fans face to face, something he does often.His name is Prince Michael Jackson, and he said he's been studying the King of Pop for 35 years."One of my earliest memories was watching Michael," said Jackson, "I watched him when I was thr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-michael-jackson-impersonator-brings-king-of-pops-legacy-to-life-for-fans/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 15:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-michael-jackson-impersonator-brings-king-of-pops-legacy-to-life-for-fans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gov. Kemp signs sweeping Georgia education laws on literacy, math, cellphones and teacher support]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp has signed a series of new education bills into law, aiming to improve student performance and support teachers across the state.During a press conference at the Capitol Monday, Kemp said the measures are designed to strengthen schools and create more opportunities for students, regardless of where they live."The bills I signed today implement proven strategies to improve literacy and math scores, reduce distractions in the classroom, expand pathways to graduation, and fu]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gov-kemp-signs-sweeping-georgia-education-laws-on-literacy-math-cellphones-and-teacher-support/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 14:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gov-kemp-signs-sweeping-georgia-education-laws-on-literacy-math-cellphones-and-teacher-support/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia passes sweeping education laws on literacy, math and classroom phone use]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp&#8203; has signed a series of new education bills into law, aiming to improve student performance and support teachers across the state.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-passes-sweeping-education-laws-on-literacy-math-and-classroom-phone-use/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 14:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-passes-sweeping-education-laws-on-literacy-math-and-classroom-phone-use/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suspended Hall County sheriff arrested again]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Hall County, Georgia sheriff already suspended following a DUI arrest earlier this year is facing new charges after authorities say he was pulled over again for a traffic violation on Georgia 400.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/suspended-hall-county-sheriff-arrested-again/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 13:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/suspended-hall-county-sheriff-arrested-again/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Michael Jackson biopic buzz inspires Atlanta impersonator going viral]]></title><description><![CDATA[As the new Michael Jackson biopic dominates the global box office, an Atlanta performer is turning heads with a striking tribute to the King of Pop. From mastering the moves to spreading joy through performances, this local impersonator is gaining attention for bringing Michael Jackson&rsquo;s spirit to life one fan at a time.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/michael-jackson-biopic-buzz-inspires-atlanta-impersonator-going-viral/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 13:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/michael-jackson-biopic-buzz-inspires-atlanta-impersonator-going-viral/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gov. Kemp signs 9 bills into law, including major Sickle Cell legislation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia&rsquo;s Sickle Cell Disease Protection Act is now law after Gov. Brian Kemp signed House Bill 334. The measure aims to expand access to care and new treatments, including gene therapy, for up to 15,000 Georgians living with the disease. Advocates say the law could be life-changing as the state works to improve medical infrastructure and ensure patients can access groundbreaking care.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gov-kemp-signs-9-bills-into-law-including-major-sickle-cell-legislation/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 13:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gov-kemp-signs-9-bills-into-law-including-major-sickle-cell-legislation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Severe weather alert: Heavy rain &amp; storms headed for North Georgia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Meteorologist Orelon Sidney breaks down a busy forecast: multiple rounds of heavy rain, thunderstorms, and possible severe weather moving through North Georgia over the next 36 hours. Stay tuned for the latest updates from the Next Weather Studio.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/severe-weather-alert-heavy-rain-amp-storms-headed-for-north-georgia/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 05:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/severe-weather-alert-heavy-rain-amp-storms-headed-for-north-georgia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia faith leaders mobilize as SCOTUS fast-tracks voting rights change]]></title><description><![CDATA[After the Supreme Court&rsquo;s surprise move to speed up its Louisiana voting rights ruling, Georgia faith leaders rallied at Big Bethel A.M.E. to urge voter mobilization amid concerns for democracy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-faith-leaders-mobilize-as-scotus-fast-tracks-voting-rights-change/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 05:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-faith-leaders-mobilize-as-scotus-fast-tracks-voting-rights-change/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[DeKalb County Schools delays consolidation plan after parent backlash over proposed closures]]></title><description><![CDATA[DeKalb County Schools is delaying its school consolidation plan to close and repurpose more than 20 schools following months of pushback from parents. &nbsp;The district said it will use the summer to review enrollment data and develop a more detailed engagement plan before hosting community conversations in the fall. District leaders plan to present revised recommendations to the Board of Education in December, with hopes of beginning changes next year. &nbsp;While some parents said they are ho]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dekalb-county-schools-delays-consolidation-plan-after-parent-backlash-over-proposed-closures/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 05:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dekalb-county-schools-delays-consolidation-plan-after-parent-backlash-over-proposed-closures/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Miami Beach man accused of threatening Trump, Rubio online appears in federal court]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Miami Beach man is facing federal charges after prosecutors say his social media posts allegedly threatened to assassinate President Donald Trump and other high-profile officials &mdash; a reminder that posting recklessly online can have unintended consequences far beyond a comment section.Federal prosecutors announced Monday that 32-year-old Nathaniel Sanders II appeared in court after investigators accused him of making repeated threats on X and Instagram between January and April 2026. &nbs]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/miami-beach-man-accused-of-threatening-trump-rubio-online-appears-in-federal-court/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 01:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/miami-beach-man-accused-of-threatening-trump-rubio-online-appears-in-federal-court/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro Atlanta braces for bottleneck ahead of I-285 weekend shutdown]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Georgia Department of Transportation will shut down a portion of Interstate 285 in both directions this weekend on the west side of Atlanta. Starting Friday night, the closure will stretch from Exit 7 at Cascade Road to Exit 9 at Martin Luther King Jr. Georgia Department of Transportation spokeswoman Natalie Dale said this weekend's construction isn't due to the upcoming FIFA World Cup. Instead, it's part of the three-year project to rebuild the interstate from South Fulton Parkway to Paces]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/metro-atlanta-braces-for-bottleneck-ahead-of-i-285-weekend-shutdown/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 00:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/metro-atlanta-braces-for-bottleneck-ahead-of-i-285-weekend-shutdown/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Habitat for Humanity building a legacy by transforming former Atlanta skate park into neighborhood]]></title><description><![CDATA[At Langston Park in Sylvan Hills, a once-abandoned eight-acre skate park is being transformed into a new community. &nbsp;Over the course of a single week, over 700 volunteers are working alongside future homeowners to build 24 homes as part of a major Habitat for Humanity effort.Habitat for Humanity hasn't constructed a development in Atlanta since 1988.For Chip Carter, the project carries both personal and global meaning. His parents, former President Jimmy Carter and first lady Rosalynn Carte]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/habitat-for-humanity-building-a-legacy-by-transforming-former-atlanta-skate-park-into-neighborhood/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 00:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/habitat-for-humanity-building-a-legacy-by-transforming-former-atlanta-skate-park-into-neighborhood/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thunderstorms likely to roll into metro Atlanta as storm system pushes through]]></title><description><![CDATA[Be prepared for some severe weather and flooding as a storm system heads through Georgia from Wednesday night into Thursday morning.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/thunderstorms-likely-to-roll-into-metro-atlanta-as-storm-system-pushes-through/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 00:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/thunderstorms-likely-to-roll-into-metro-atlanta-as-storm-system-pushes-through/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Habitat for Human building more than just house with new Atlanta neighborhood]]></title><description><![CDATA[Over the course of a single week, Hundreds of volunteers are working alongside future homeowners to build 24 homes in Atlanta as part of a major Habitat for Humanity effort.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/habitat-for-human-building-more-than-just-house-with-new-atlanta-neighborhood/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 00:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/habitat-for-human-building-more-than-just-house-with-new-atlanta-neighborhood/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia mother of six loses home in devastating wildfires]]></title><description><![CDATA[Crews have made impressive leaps in containing the two massive wildfires raging in Georgia, but the damage caused by the flames is immense. Jessica Cook is now picking up the pieces after her family lost their home in the blaze.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-mother-of-six-loses-home-in-devastating-wildfires/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 23:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-mother-of-six-loses-home-in-devastating-wildfires/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Delta Air Lines cutting some flights and food services]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new reports show that Delta is cutting hundreds of flights to ease the strain on its grid since Friday. The airline is also removing food services for flights less than 350 miles.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/delta-air-lines-cutting-some-flights-and-food-services/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 23:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/delta-air-lines-cutting-some-flights-and-food-services/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Passenger onboard cruise ship dealing with hantavirus outbreak speaks out]]></title><description><![CDATA[We are now hearing from one of the Americans trapped on a cruise ship after three people died from an apparent outbreak of hantavirus.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/passenger-onboard-cruise-ship-dealing-with-hantavirus-outbreak-speaks-out/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 23:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/passenger-onboard-cruise-ship-dealing-with-hantavirus-outbreak-speaks-out/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ronald McDonald House Atlanta tees up annual Red Jacket Golf Classic]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Atlanta Braves star and Baseball Hall of Famer Andruw Jones hit the links up to help families in need at Ronald McDonald House Atlanta&rsquo;s annual Red Jacket Golf Classic.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/ronald-mcdonald-house-atlanta-tees-up-annual-red-jacket-golf-classic/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 23:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/ronald-mcdonald-house-atlanta-tees-up-annual-red-jacket-golf-classic/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South Fulton breaks ground on new public safety headquarters]]></title><description><![CDATA[Officials say the new facilities on Campbellton Road will provide modern resources to better serve South Fulton residents.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/south-fulton-breaks-ground-on-new-public-safety-headquarters/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 23:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/south-fulton-breaks-ground-on-new-public-safety-headquarters/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Section of Interstate 285 to close this weekend for construction]]></title><description><![CDATA[All northbound lanes of Interstate 285 between Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive and Cascade Road will be shut down over the weekend for an ongoing construction project.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/section-of-interstate-285-to-close-this-weekend-for-construction/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 23:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/section-of-interstate-285-to-close-this-weekend-for-construction/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gov. Kemp signs bill banning cellphones in class for Georgia high school students into law]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting next year, Georgia high school students won't be allowed to access personal electronic devices during the school day after Gov. Brian Kemp signed a bill extending the cellphone ban into law.On Tuesday, Kemp signed House Bill 1009 as part of a ceremony where the governor signed nine pieces of legislation dealing with education.The law will ban the use of cell phones, tablets, smartwatches, and headphones from the start of the school day until dismissal.Students whose Individualized Educa]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gov-kemp-signs-bill-banning-cellphones-in-class-for-georgia-high-school-students-into-law/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 22:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gov-kemp-signs-bill-banning-cellphones-in-class-for-georgia-high-school-students-into-law/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former treasurer accused of stealing nearly $80,000 from a Georgia Little League baseball program, police say]]></title><description><![CDATA[A former treasurer of a Georgia youth sports organization is facing felony charges after police say he used the group's bank card for thousands of unauthorized purchases.According to the Columbia Police Department, investigators with the Property Crimes Unit arrested 35-year-old Craig Norris in connection with a theft investigation involving Pioneer Little League.Detectives said the case began in March 2026 after the league reported unauthorized use of its bank card. During the investigation, au]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/former-treasurer-accused-of-stealing-nearly-80000-from-a-georgia-little-league-baseball-program-police-say/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 21:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/former-treasurer-accused-of-stealing-nearly-80000-from-a-georgia-little-league-baseball-program-police-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gwinnett County officer arrested on stalking, battery charges, authorities say]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Gwinnett County police officer has been relieved of duty after officials say she used law enforcement resources to access her ex's location.Officer Renee Downer is facing charges of simple battery and stalking.According to police, officers were called to a domestic dispute on Friday and identified Downer as one of the people involved. Investigators say that Downer and the victim had been in a relationship but had recently separated. The victim was still living with Downer while planning to mov]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gwinnett-county-officer-arrested-on-stalking-battery-charges-authorities-say/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 20:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gwinnett-county-officer-arrested-on-stalking-battery-charges-authorities-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Qualifying dates set for special election for remainder of David Scott's congressional term]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Georgia Secretary of State's office has shared new details about House District 13's special election following the death of longtime lawmaker David Scott.Last week, Gov. Brian Kemp signed an executive order to hold the special election for Scott's former seat on July 28.On Tuesday, Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger announced that candidates will need to qualify &nbsp;on Monday, May 11, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Tuesday, May 12, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Wednesday, May 13, 2026]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/qualifying-dates-set-for-special-election-for-remainder-of-david-scotts-congressional-term/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 19:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/qualifying-dates-set-for-special-election-for-remainder-of-david-scotts-congressional-term/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bridgestone Golf to shut down Covington ball plant, citing supply chain challenges]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bridgestone Golf has announced it will soon shut down its plant and testing facility in Covington, Georgia.The company announced on Friday that it would be closing the facility at the end of June, pointing to supply chain issues&nbsp;as one of the reasons for the closure."Bridgestone Golf regularly evaluates all aspects of its business to consider market realities and ensure it remains sustainable and competitive," the company said in a release announcing the upcoming closure. "This decision com]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/bridgestone-golf-to-shut-down-covington-ball-plant-citing-supply-chain-challenges/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 18:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/bridgestone-golf-to-shut-down-covington-ball-plant-citing-supply-chain-challenges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arthur Blank says "Atlanta is ready" for 8 FIFA World Cup matches and the global spotlight]]></title><description><![CDATA[As Atlanta prepares to host matches for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, city and sports leaders say the focus now is on execution after years of planning.Atlanta Falcons and Atlanta United owner Arthur Blank recently told CBS News Atlanta that the city is ready to take on the global stage."From my standpoint, yes. There's always, well, I know our stadium is ready. I mean, I can give you 100% assurance of that," Blank said. "And I think the city is ready, we've had great commitments from the mayor, from]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/arthur-blank-says-atlanta-is-ready-for-8-fifa-world-cup-matches-and-the-global-spotlight/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 18:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/arthur-blank-says-atlanta-is-ready-for-8-fifa-world-cup-matches-and-the-global-spotlight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta officers put on leave after arrests during incident at Gwinnett rodeo, police say]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two Atlanta police officers are facing charges and have been placed on administrative leave after officials say they arrested while off-duty at a Gwinnett County rodeo.Gwinnett County police say both Courtney Pollock and Ayana Taylor are facing a disorderly conduct charge.According to authorities, the situation happened on Friday during the Bulls, Bands, and Barrels event at Gas South Arena. Investigators say officers working a part-time job were asked by security to help remove two women, later]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-officers-put-on-leave-after-arrests-during-incident-at-gwinnett-rodeo-police-say/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 18:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-officers-put-on-leave-after-arrests-during-incident-at-gwinnett-rodeo-police-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[DeKalb County makes changes to school consolidation plan, but closures remain possible]]></title><description><![CDATA[The DeKalb County School District won't be making any decisions on whether to shut down or convert any of its schools in the near future.For months, the district has been working on what it calls its "Student Assignment Project," an attempt to manage the uneven distribution of DeKalb County students.District leaders have pointed to data showing that some of its schools are overcrowded while others have many desks left empty.The plan has received pushback from many parents, who have held rallies]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dekalb-county-makes-changes-to-school-consolidation-plan-but-closures-remain-possible/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 17:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dekalb-county-makes-changes-to-school-consolidation-plan-but-closures-remain-possible/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hannah Payne gets chance for retrial because of AI citations, Georgia Supreme Court rules]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Georgia woman sentenced to life in prison will have the chance for a new trial after the state Supreme Court sanctioned the prosecutor connected with her previous case.In May 2019, authorities say Hannah Payne witnessed a crash between a car driven by 62-year-old Kenneth Herring and another vehicle. When Herring tried to leave the scene, Payne followed him and blocked his path with her car. An altercation between the two ended with Payne shooting Herring in the stomach, killing him, police sai]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/hannah-payne-gets-chance-for-retrial-because-of-ai-citations-georgia-supreme-court-rules/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 17:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/hannah-payne-gets-chance-for-retrial-because-of-ai-citations-georgia-supreme-court-rules/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia sheriff suspended in DUI case arrested again during Dawson County traffic stop, officials say]]></title><description><![CDATA[A North Georgia sheriff already suspended following a DUI arrest earlier this year is facing new charges after authorities say he was pulled over again for a traffic violation on Georgia 400.According to the Dawson County Sheriff's Office, a deputy conducted a traffic stop on Monday, May 4, for failure to maintain lane. During the stop, the driver was identified as Hall County Sheriff Gerald Couch of Gainesville.Authorities said Couch, 63, was found to be operating a vehicle on a limited driving]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-sheriff-suspended-in-dui-case-arrested-again-during-dawson-county-traffic-stop-officials-say/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 16:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-sheriff-suspended-in-dui-case-arrested-again-during-dawson-county-traffic-stop-officials-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rain returns midweek with severe storm risk for North Georgia, Atlanta metro]]></title><description><![CDATA[CBS News Atlanta NEXT Weather meteorologist Troy Bridges delivers the latest forecast for Tuesday, May 5, 2026.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/rain-returns-midweek-with-severe-storm-risk-for-north-georgia-atlanta-metro/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 16:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/rain-returns-midweek-with-severe-storm-risk-for-north-georgia-atlanta-metro/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CobbLinc bus involved in serious-injury crash, causing I-75 delays for morning commuters]]></title><description><![CDATA[Morning commuters traveling north on Interstate 75 Tuesday faced delays after officials said a CobbLinc bus was involved in a serious-injury crash.According to Cobb County police, the collision happened around 6:10 a.m. in the northbound lanes of I-75 near Interstate 575. Investigators said multiple vehicles, including a Kia Telluride, were involved.The department's STEP Unit has been mobilized to investigate and will release additional details once a preliminary investigation is complete.Multip]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/cobblinc-bus-involved-in-serious-injury-crash-causing-i-75-delays-for-morning-commuters/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 16:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/cobblinc-bus-involved-in-serious-injury-crash-causing-i-75-delays-for-morning-commuters/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MARTA system upgrades lead to long lines for reduced fare riders]]></title><description><![CDATA[One month after MARTA launched significant upgrades to its transit technology, commuters are putting the new system to the test.While the transition has been seamless for many, there were long lines at a few stations for some riders.According to MARTA officials, the congestion seen earlier this week primarily affected reduced fare card holders and mobility users. Those riders include senior citizens, riders with disabilities, and Medicaid cardholders.&nbsp;They have a verification process that t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/marta-system-upgrades-lead-to-long-lines-for-reduced-fare-riders/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 14:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/marta-system-upgrades-lead-to-long-lines-for-reduced-fare-riders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta nonprofit Silence the Shame celebrates 10 years as funding challenges grow]]></title><description><![CDATA[May 5 is National Silence The Shame Day, and the Atlanta nonprofit organization named for it is marking ten years of impact.&nbsp;Silence the Shame, founded in 2017 by former record executive and Atlanta native Shanti Das, is focused on mental health awareness and support.Das said their work has reached more than 144k people nationwide, but budget cuts are making it hard to keep its programs going amid its tenth anniversary.Das told CBS News Atlanta she founded the organization after her father]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-nonprofit-silence-the-shame-celebrates-10-years-as-funding-challenges-grow/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 14:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-nonprofit-silence-the-shame-celebrates-10-years-as-funding-challenges-grow/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MARTA riders put Better Breeze upgrades to the test]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's been about a month since MARTA made upgrades to its system. Since then, riders have been adjusting to the new technology. CBS News Atlanta takes a look at the progress.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/marta-riders-put-better-breeze-upgrades-to-the-test/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 13:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/marta-riders-put-better-breeze-upgrades-to-the-test/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Millennial Mommies Club hosts Mommy Fest 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mommy Fest 2026 is a one-of-a-kind experience designed to celebrate, support and pour back into mothers. What started as a powerful gathering is returning bigger and better, bringing together moms from all walks of life for a day of inspiration and joy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/millennial-mommies-club-hosts-mommy-fest-2026/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 12:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/millennial-mommies-club-hosts-mommy-fest-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta’s Silence the Shame marks 10 years, hit by major funding cuts]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's National Silence the Shame Day. A Silence the Shame milestone comes with urgency. Founder Shanti Das reflects on a decade of impact reaching over 144,000 people, while revealing the organization recently lost nearly half its funding. As Mental Health Awareness Month begins, leaders say the mission to break stigma and support those struggling continues&mdash;despite financial challenges.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlantas-silence-the-shame-marks-10-years-hit-by-major-funding-cuts/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 12:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlantas-silence-the-shame-marks-10-years-hit-by-major-funding-cuts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia teen speaks after being deported to Honduras]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Dunwoody, Georgia, teenager is speaking out for the first time since he was deported to Honduras. According to the teen's immigration attorney, Axel Gerardo Archaga Rios was removed from the United States despite ongoing legal efforts to halt his deportation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-teen-speaks-after-being-deported-to-honduras/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 12:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-teen-speaks-after-being-deported-to-honduras/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[2026 Met Gala bold looks from Beyoncé, Rihanna, Anna Wintour and more take center stage]]></title><description><![CDATA[From Beyonc&eacute; and Naomi Osaka to Emma Chamberlain, Met Gala guests ditched the safe route this year, stepping out in bold, custom creations inspired by the theme &ldquo;Fashion is art.&rdquo;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/2026-met-gala-bold-looks-from-beyonc-rihanna-anna-wintour-and-more-take-center-stage/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 12:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/2026-met-gala-bold-looks-from-beyonc-rihanna-anna-wintour-and-more-take-center-stage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Delta stopping service fot flights less than 350 miles]]></title><description><![CDATA[Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines is stopping service for flights less than 350 miles. The airline said it's making changes to its in-flight food and beverage service, including removing the offering from around 450 daily flights, or about 9%]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/delta-stopping-service-fot-flights-less-than-350-miles/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 12:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/delta-stopping-service-fot-flights-less-than-350-miles/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta service hub for homeless near BeltLine faces delay amid zoning, community concerns]]></title><description><![CDATA[A service hub for the homeless set to open near the BeltLine Westside Trail may be in jeopardy. &nbsp;The Atlanta Mission is planning to build the development at a site on Hollowell Parkway to offer resources to the unhoused. &nbsp;City of Atlanta officials passed a resolution during Monday's City Council meeting to temporarily put the Atlanta Mission's project on hold. &nbsp;The resolution cites concerns over land use, zoning, and community pushback. It is now headed to the mayor's office for s]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-service-hub-for-homeless-near-beltline-faces-delay-amid-zoning-community-concerns/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 05:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-service-hub-for-homeless-near-beltline-faces-delay-amid-zoning-community-concerns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Major storm chances this week: NEXT Weather&rsquo;s full forecast &amp; impact breakdown]]></title><description><![CDATA[Get the latest 360&deg; forecast from Next Weather Studio! Meteorologist Orelon Sidney tracks much-needed rainfall and storm chances across Georgia, explains how a cut-off low and approaching cold front will drive midweek thunderstorms, and details what to expect for temperatures and timing in your area.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/major-storm-chances-this-week-next-weatherrsquos-full-forecast-amp-impact-breakdown/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 05:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/major-storm-chances-this-week-next-weatherrsquos-full-forecast-amp-impact-breakdown/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Mission’s homeless service hub near BeltLine faces city hold]]></title><description><![CDATA[A planned service hub for the homeless near the Westside Trail is on pause after Atlanta officials cite zoning, land use, and community concerns. Businesses displaced by the project say they were not consulted.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-missions-homeless-service-hub-near-beltline-faces-city-hold/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 05:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-missions-homeless-service-hub-near-beltline-faces-city-hold/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fulton County moves to block DOJ subpoena for 2020 election workers' personal data, calls effort "harassment"]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fulton County officials are asking a federal court to block a sweeping grand jury subpoena that seeks personal information on thousands of people who helped run the 2020 election, calling the request "overbroad," "harassing," and legally unjustified.In a motion filed Monday in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia, the Fulton County Board of Registration and Elections argues the subpoena demands sensitive personal data &mdash; including names, home addresses, emails, and p]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/fulton-county-moves-to-block-doj-subpoena-for-2020-election-workers-personal-data-calls-effort-harassment/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 04:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/fulton-county-moves-to-block-doj-subpoena-for-2020-election-workers-personal-data-calls-effort-harassment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Midtown Atlanta condo shooter Raissa Kengne sentenced to life after "guilty but mentally ill" verdict]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Fulton County jury has found Raissa Kengne guilty but mentally ill on all counts in connection to a deadly 2022 Midtown Atlanta condo shooting that left two people dead.On Monday, May 4, 2026, in Superior Court, Judge Shukura L. Ingram sentenced Kengne to two consecutive life sentences plus an additional 50 years in prison, according to court officials. &nbsp;The verdict comes nearly four years after the shooting, which unfolded inside a Midtown high-rise and shocked residents in one of Atlant]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/midtown-atlanta-condo-shooter-raissa-kengne-sentenced-to-life-after-guilty-but-mentally-ill-verdict/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 03:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/midtown-atlanta-condo-shooter-raissa-kengne-sentenced-to-life-after-guilty-but-mentally-ill-verdict/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blank family speaks on World Cup preparations and soccer in Atlanta]]></title><description><![CDATA[We are less than 50 days until the first FIFA World Cup game in Atlanta. Sam Crenshaw sat down with Arthur and Josh Blank to discuss the impact the games and future investment in the sport will have in the city.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/blank-family-speaks-on-world-cup-preparations-and-soccer-in-atlanta/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 00:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/blank-family-speaks-on-world-cup-preparations-and-soccer-in-atlanta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dunwoody rabbi turns backyard into community kitchen to serve those in need]]></title><description><![CDATA[A rabbi in Dunwoody is bringing people together to cook and deliver meals to those in need and building community in the process.Rabbi Zalmy Goldberg, who runs Mitzvah House, opens his backyard to volunteers who come together to prepare home-cooked kosher meals for people living in the area who may be going through a difficult time."So today we're making really great activities for all ages. We have cinnamon sticks, which is fun. We're making little twisty, delicious cinnamon sticks that we're a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dunwoody-rabbi-turns-backyard-into-community-kitchen-to-serve-those-in-need/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 00:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dunwoody-rabbi-turns-backyard-into-community-kitchen-to-serve-those-in-need/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta City Council considering committee as response to deadly 404 Day shooting]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta City Council is working to form a 404 Day Advisory Committee following the shooting death of a 16-year-old girl at this year's celebration.The committee would be made up of city council members, community leaders, business owners, and various city department employees. "We want folks to enjoy our parks. We want all folks to be safe in the city of Atlanta," said City Council Member Andrea Boone.The committee is asking for public feedback to evaluate what went wrong on 404 Day and to d]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-city-council-considering-committee-as-response-to-deadly-404-day-shooting/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 00:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-city-council-considering-committee-as-response-to-deadly-404-day-shooting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro Atlanta rabbi delivers home-cooked kosher meals]]></title><description><![CDATA[A rabbi in Dunwoody is bringing people together to cook and deliver meals to those in need and building community in the process.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/metro-atlanta-rabbi-delivers-home-cooked-kosher-meals/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 00:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/metro-atlanta-rabbi-delivers-home-cooked-kosher-meals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta City Council considers emergency review of 404 Day]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta City Council is working to form a 404 Day Advisory Committee following the shooting death of a 16-year-old girl at this year's celebration.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-city-council-considers-emergency-review-of-404-day/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 00:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-city-council-considers-emergency-review-of-404-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cobb County residents voice concerns over Paulding County waste transfer station]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cobb County officials are working to learn more about a waste transfer station being built near their homes.The facility is in Paulding County, but backs up to the Warren Creek neighborhood in Cobb County. Residents said they're worried about potential environmental and health impacts as well as traffic. "Just because something is legal doesn't make it right," Warren Creek resident Brad McMahan said. "And, you know, really should consider the constituents you have in your own county, plus the ne]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/cobb-county-residents-voice-concerns-over-paulding-county-waste-transfer-station/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 00:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/cobb-county-residents-voice-concerns-over-paulding-county-waste-transfer-station/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More rain ahead for Georgia as cold front heads toward Peach State]]></title><description><![CDATA[Enjoy the dry weather for the next few days, because the rain and storms are likely to be back as we head through the rest of the week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/more-rain-ahead-for-georgia-as-cold-front-heads-toward-peach-state/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 23:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/more-rain-ahead-for-georgia-as-cold-front-heads-toward-peach-state/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Despite challenges, College Park elementary schools showing improvements in student literacy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Students at College Park Elementary are turning the page on the harmful impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. &nbsp;Fifth-grader Calvin Smith said reading is no longer difficult and frustrating. "I am really starting to like reading now," he said. Smith said he's improved nearly 20 points in his reading performance this school year. Principal Dr. Maisha Otway said many students attending the school are making significant improvements. She said those improvements are driven in part by a focus on stud]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/despite-challenges-college-park-elementary-schools-showing-improvements-in-student-literacy/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 23:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/despite-challenges-college-park-elementary-schools-showing-improvements-in-student-literacy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[College Park schools turning the page on student reading]]></title><description><![CDATA[Teachers in College Park are working hard to build confident readers who will carry those skills for life.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/college-park-schools-turning-the-page-on-student-reading/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 23:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/college-park-schools-turning-the-page-on-student-reading/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dashcam shows moment United Airline plane's tire hits truck]]></title><description><![CDATA[A United Airlines flight landing at Newark Liberty Airport clipped a pole and a truck and the vehicle's dashcam footage caught the moment of impact.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dashcam-shows-moment-united-airline-planes-tire-hits-truck/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 23:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dashcam-shows-moment-united-airline-planes-tire-hits-truck/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[U.S. sinks Iranian boats in the Straight of Hormuz]]></title><description><![CDATA[The U.S. military says it sank seven Iranian boats in the Straight of Hormuz after they tried to attack cargo ships.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/us-sinks-iranian-boats-in-the-straight-of-hormuz/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 23:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/us-sinks-iranian-boats-in-the-straight-of-hormuz/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mass casualty training takes part in major Atlanta park]]></title><description><![CDATA[Centennial Olympic Park was closed on Monday as first responders practiced to be ready for any potential mass casualty event.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/mass-casualty-training-takes-part-in-major-atlanta-park/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 23:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/mass-casualty-training-takes-part-in-major-atlanta-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Neighbors have new concerns over Georgia waste transfer station]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cobb County officials are now stepping in after complaints about a waste transfer station in neighboring Paulding County. The facility backs up to several neighborhoods, including one in Powder Springs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/neighbors-have-new-concerns-over-georgia-waste-transfer-station/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 23:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/neighbors-have-new-concerns-over-georgia-waste-transfer-station/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia double amputee Rodney Taylor reunited with family after release from ICE custody]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rodney Taylor, a double amputee and Atlanta father of seven, is now back with his family after over a year in custody at a South Georgia immigration detention center.In a statement on behalf of the barber and his family, advocates said that Taylor is home after he was released from custody over the weekend.In a GoFundMe post to raise money for necessities, Taylor is seen in a photo posing with some of his children in their home."My wife wanted me to experience Christmas and coming home is indeed]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-double-amputee-rodney-taylor-reunited-with-family-after-release-from-ice-custody/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 22:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-double-amputee-rodney-taylor-reunited-with-family-after-release-from-ice-custody/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia officer seen on video slamming man into Walmart floor used "reasonable force," police say]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Lovejoy police officer seen in a video appearing to slam a man to the floor of a local Walmart has been found to have used "reasonable force," authorities say.The Lovejoy Police Department placed the officer on administrative leave last week after starting an internal investigation into the situation surrounding the video.In the footage, the officer appeared to put the man's hands behind his back before quickly picking him up and slamming him onto the ground in the electronics section of the s]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-officer-seen-on-video-slamming-man-into-walmart-floor-used-reasonable-force-police-say/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 21:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-officer-seen-on-video-slamming-man-into-walmart-floor-used-reasonable-force-police-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia expands red snapper fishing season to two months, starting in July]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia anglers will soon have more time to fish for red snapper. In the past, the fishing season has typically lasted only a few days each year due to federal limits.The Georgia Department of Natural Resources' Coastal Resources Division has announced a new initiative called the Georgia Red Snapper Project. The purpose is to expand recreational fishing opportunities while improving data collection to help sustain future seasons.Under the program, anglers will be able to fish for red snapper in]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-expands-red-snapper-fishing-season-to-two-months-starting-in-july/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 20:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-expands-red-snapper-fishing-season-to-two-months-starting-in-july/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta coffeeshop pledges to commission another mural after painting over tribute to Jovita Moore]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Grant Park coffeeshop says that they will commission another mural honoring the life of Atlanta news anchor Jovita Moore after community outrage that a previous tribute had been painted over.Moore, a longtime anchor at WSB-TV, died in 2021, months after she was diagnosed with an aggressive form of brain cancer. She was 54.Last month, some of the community voiced their frustration that a mural made celebrating Moore after her death had been painted over by business now leasing the building, Bel]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-coffeeshop-pledges-to-commission-another-mural-after-painting-over-tribute-to-jovita-moore/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 19:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-coffeeshop-pledges-to-commission-another-mural-after-painting-over-tribute-to-jovita-moore/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Driver runs over armed person after fight inside Marietta bar, police say]]></title><description><![CDATA[Marietta police are investigating a fight at a local bar that ended with one person being rushed to the hospital with life-threatening injuries.Investigators say the man originally thought to be a suspect in the incident is now believed to be a victim.Officers were called to the Mayan Night Club on Franklin Gateway early Saturday morning after reports that a person had been run over by a vehicle. According to police, their investigation showed a fight in the bar had spilled out into the parking]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/driver-runs-over-armed-person-after-fight-inside-marietta-bar-police-say/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 19:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/driver-runs-over-armed-person-after-fight-inside-marietta-bar-police-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia begins sending out special tax refund checks: Here's what you need to know]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Georgia Department of Revenue began issuing payments to residents as part of the state's $1.2 billion surplus tax rebate.Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp and the DOR announced on Monday that the eligible taxpayers will see the refunds hit their bank accounts as soon as Monday."Georgians know best how to spend their money, not the government," Kemp said in a statement. "That's why we're committed to being good stewards of those dollars and putting more of them where they belong - in Georgians' pockets]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-begins-sending-out-special-tax-refund-checks-heres-what-you-need-to-know/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 19:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-begins-sending-out-special-tax-refund-checks-heres-what-you-need-to-know/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mystics beat Dream 83-72 as Atlanta struggles with turnovers, inconsistent shooting in second preseason game]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Dream struggled with shooting, turnovers, and consistency Sunday afternoon at the Gateway Center Arena at College Park, falling 83-72 to the Washington Mystics after a game that unraveled in the third quarter.Atlanta opened its second preseason game, first at home, with energy but couldn't sustain it. The Dream shot just 6-for-19 in the first quarter and missed all five of their early 3-point attempts, setting the tone for a rough offensive night. That trend continued throughout the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/mystics-beat-dream-83-72-as-atlanta-struggles-with-turnovers-inconsistent-shooting-in-second-preseason-game/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 18:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/mystics-beat-dream-83-72-as-atlanta-struggles-with-turnovers-inconsistent-shooting-in-second-preseason-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South Georgia wildfires enter third week as Brantley County schools reopen and evacuations are lifted]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two major South Georgia wildfires are entering their third week, but crews say they're making steady progress on containment.The Highway 82 fire is now 22,471 acres and 75% contained, according to Shane Hardee, operations section chief with Southern Area Team 1, who provided Monday's update.Hardee said crews have completed major suppression work in Division Alpha, where heavy equipment was used to break apart berms and expose lingering heat in deep organic soils. Officials said that area is now]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/south-georgia-wildfires-enter-third-week-as-brantley-county-schools-reopen-and-evacuations-are-lifted/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 17:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/south-georgia-wildfires-enter-third-week-as-brantley-county-schools-reopen-and-evacuations-are-lifted/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brantley County students return to schools after massive wildfires]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brantley County schools say students will return to class Monday as wildfire conditions improve across the region. In a Facebook post, the district emphasized that families impacted by evacuations, displacement, or property loss should not feel pressured to return right away, adding that safety and recovery remain the top priority.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/brantley-county-students-return-to-schools-after-massive-wildfires/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 17:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/brantley-county-students-return-to-schools-after-massive-wildfires/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Haralson County sergeant dies after suffering medical emergency while on duty, officials say]]></title><description><![CDATA[Law enforcement in North Georgia are mourning the sudden death of one of their own after he suffered a medical emergency while on duty on Friday.Authorities say Sgt. John Johnson started at the Haralson County Sheriff's Office as a patrol deputy 18 years ago. He then became an investigator and has worked with the Georgia Bureau of Investigation as a drug task force agent for the last decade."I ask that the citizens join me in praying for his wife and children as they deal with the immense loss o]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/haralson-county-sergeant-dies-after-suffering-medical-emergency-while-on-duty-officials-say/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 16:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/haralson-county-sergeant-dies-after-suffering-medical-emergency-while-on-duty-officials-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Gladiators roll ahead in Kelly Cup Playoffs, force Game 6]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Gladiators, Gwinnett County's Nashville Predators ECHL affiliate, continue to roll through the Kelly Cup Playoffs in a neck-and-neck battle with Charleston's South Carolina Stingrays."As an organization, we are beyond excited to be back in the Kelly Cup playoffs," Gladiators President Jared Youngman told CBS News Atlanta. "Our team has had an incredible year led by head coach Matt Ginn and assistant coach Zach Vinnell, and we could not be prouder of them and our players."&nbsp;The At]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-gladiators-roll-ahead-in-kelly-cup-playoffs-force-game-6/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 16:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-gladiators-roll-ahead-in-kelly-cup-playoffs-force-game-6/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Met Gala fashion arrives in Atlanta with Dior exhibit at SCAD FASH Museum of Fashion + Film]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fashion's biggest night takes center stage at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City Monday, but did you know that you don't have go to the Big Apple to see an iconic Met Gala look?&nbsp;SCAD FASH's newest exhibition, "Dior: Crafting Fashion," holds some of the most legendary pieces produced by the French fashion house.&nbsp;"We have a special exhibition that Dior Heritage created just for SCAD FASH for us here in Atlanta," Rafael Gomes, Executive Director of SCAD FASH and Atlanta exhib]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/met-gala-fashion-arrives-in-atlanta-with-dior-exhibit-at-scad-fash-museum-of-fashion-film/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 15:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/met-gala-fashion-arrives-in-atlanta-with-dior-exhibit-at-scad-fash-museum-of-fashion-film/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[John Sterling, the longtime N.Y. Yankees radio announcer, dead at 87]]></title><description><![CDATA[John Sterling, the longtime play-by-play voice of the New York Yankees, has died at the age of 87, according to WFAN.Sterling spent more than three decades with the Bronx Bombers, starting in 1989. In total, he called 5,420 regular-season and 211 postseason games.&nbsp;The sports radio station made the announcement Monday morning on Facebook."We are devastated to hear about the passing of John Sterling, a WFAN and Yankees radio icon whose voice was synonymous with an entire generation of Yankee]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/john-sterling-the-longtime-ny-yankees-radio-announcer-dead-at-87/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 15:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/john-sterling-the-longtime-ny-yankees-radio-announcer-dead-at-87/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man dies in ICE custody at Georgia detention center; cause under investigation]]></title><description><![CDATA[A man in ICE custody died last week at a South Georgia detention facility, officials said.ICE said Denny Adan Gonzalez, a 33-year-old Cuban national, was found unresponsive in his cell at the Stewart Detention Center on April 28.&nbsp;Staff began CPR and emergency crews continued life-saving efforts, but he was pronounced dead at 11:11 p.m. The suspected cause of death is suicide, though the official cause remains under investigation.Gonzalez had been in ICE custody since January 2026 after his]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/man-dies-in-ice-custody-at-georgia-detention-center-cause-under-investigation/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 15:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/man-dies-in-ice-custody-at-georgia-detention-center-cause-under-investigation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chilly Monday across metro Atlanta, but much-needed rain arrives midweek]]></title><description><![CDATA[A chilly start greets metro Atlanta with temperatures in the 40s and 50s, but sunshine will warm things up Monday afternoon. Much-needed rain is expected to return by Wednesday into Thursday, with the potential for a few stronger storms. CBS News Atlanta NEXT Weather meteorologist Troy Bridges delivers the latest forecast.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/chilly-monday-across-metro-atlanta-but-much-needed-rain-arrives-midweek/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 14:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/chilly-monday-across-metro-atlanta-but-much-needed-rain-arrives-midweek/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New data shows Atlanta travel Google search trends]]></title><description><![CDATA[Americans are increasingly turning to Google to plan their travel. Here are Atlanta's top travel-related searches via Google Trends.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/new-data-shows-atlanta-travel-google-search-trends/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 14:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/new-data-shows-atlanta-travel-google-search-trends/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A professor, a Paralympian and a mentor: How Dr. Cassie Mitchell is shaping lives at Georgia Tech]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dr. Cassie Mitchell is an associate professor at the Georgie Institute of Technology. She's spent more than a decade mentoring future engineers. However, she feels they are more than students."I don't have biological children of my own, so I do have more than 500 scientific children that have come through my lab," Mitchell said.In her lab, Mitchell encourages her students to find solutions for complex problems. Students like Xinyu Guo welcome the inspiration."Sometimes it's so easy for you to wa]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/a-professor-a-paralympian-and-a-mentor-how-dr-cassie-mitchell-is-shaping-lives-at-georgia-tech/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 13:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/a-professor-a-paralympian-and-a-mentor-how-dr-cassie-mitchell-is-shaping-lives-at-georgia-tech/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paralyzed at 18, Georgia Tech professor now inspires hundreds of future engineers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paralyzed at 18, Dr. Cassie Mitchell turned adversity into purpose, becoming a Georgia Institute of Technology professor and Paralympian who has mentored hundreds of students. Now, her message to &ldquo;never, never, never give up&rdquo; is shaping the next generation of engineers and leaders.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/paralyzed-at-18-georgia-tech-professor-now-inspires-hundreds-of-future-engineers/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 13:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/paralyzed-at-18-georgia-tech-professor-now-inspires-hundreds-of-future-engineers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dior: Crafting Fashion shines in new SCAD FASH exhibit]]></title><description><![CDATA[You don't have to go to the Big Apple to see an iconic Met Gala look. You can do that in Atlanta, at SCAD FASH for the new Dior: Crafting Fashion exhibition.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dior-crafting-fashion-shines-in-new-scad-fash-exhibit/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 13:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dior-crafting-fashion-shines-in-new-scad-fash-exhibit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[War with Iran: U.S. sending naval ships to Strait of Hormuz]]></title><description><![CDATA[Operation Freedom is underway overseas. U.S. Naval ships are on their way to the Strait of Hormuz to begin guiding stuck ships through the closed route. Iran says this action would violate the current ceasefire in place. The president said any action against Operation Freedom will be met with force.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/war-with-iran-us-sending-naval-ships-to-strait-of-hormuz/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 13:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/war-with-iran-us-sending-naval-ships-to-strait-of-hormuz/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia Tech students build future of driving through national competition]]></title><description><![CDATA[Inside a Georgia Tech garage, a group of students is doing more than studying engineering; they're building what the future of driving could look like.The team is part of the EcoCAR EV Challenge, a national competition that brings together universities from across the country to reimagine electric vehicles using industry-level tools and technology.&nbsp;"It's a national competition asking students to work with industry tools to imagine the future of mobility," said Antonia Antoniou, a mechanical]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-tech-students-build-future-of-driving-through-national-competition/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 13:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-tech-students-build-future-of-driving-through-national-competition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Habitat for Humanity to build 24 homes in 5 days across metro Atlanta]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hundreds of Habitat for Humanity volunteers gathered at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium over the weekend celebrated this week's efforts to bring more than two dozen affordable houses to the Atlanta metro area. Their goal is to build over 24 homes in five days.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/habitat-for-humanity-to-build-24-homes-in-5-days-across-metro-atlanta/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 12:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/habitat-for-humanity-to-build-24-homes-in-5-days-across-metro-atlanta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia Tech students build car of the future]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia Tech students aren&rsquo;t just studying engineering, they&rsquo;re redesigning the future of driving. Inside a campus garage, a team is transforming an electric SUV for a national competition.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-tech-students-build-car-of-the-future/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 12:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-tech-students-build-car-of-the-future/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rep. Scott's daughter, Marcye, seeks to fill his seat in special election]]></title><description><![CDATA[Marcye Scott, daughter of Rep. David Scott, announced at her father&rsquo;s funeral over the weekend that she will run in Georgia&rsquo;s 13th District special election.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/rep-scotts-daughter-marcye-seeks-to-fill-his-seat-in-special-election/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 12:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/rep-scotts-daughter-marcye-seeks-to-fill-his-seat-in-special-election/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MARTA's Better Breeze cards go into effect Monday]]></title><description><![CDATA[MARTA riders can now transfer their old Breeze balance to their new registered account. The old cards are no longer available. Customers can now use the orange Better Breeze cards or tap to pay.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/martas-better-breeze-cards-go-into-effect-monday/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 12:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/martas-better-breeze-cards-go-into-effect-monday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia's 13th District faces crowded election calendar after Rep. David Scott's death]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia's 13th Congressional District is entering a rare and complex political transition following the death of longtime U.S. Rep. David Scott &mdash; one that could send voters to the polls multiple times over the next several months.Scott, who represented the district for more than two decades, was laid to rest over the weekend. In a surprise moment during the service, his daughter, Marcye Scott, announced plans to launch a campaign to succeed him."My father's heart was for the constituents,"]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgias-13th-district-faces-crowded-election-calendar-after-rep-david-scotts-death/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 05:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgias-13th-district-faces-crowded-election-calendar-after-rep-david-scotts-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro Atlanta nonprofit helping veterans gets $40,000 lifeline after critical A/C failure]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's the kind of story that restores your faith in people.At a time when a metro Atlanta nonprofit dedicated to helping veterans was facing a crisis of its own, help showed up in a way few could have imagined.At the Top Dogg K9 Foundation, the mission is simple but powerful: rescue dogs, train them, and pair them with veterans navigating the lasting stress of military service.Top Dogg K9 Foundation rescues dogs, trains them, and matches them with veterans coping with the lasting stress of milita]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/metro-atlanta-nonprofit-helping-veterans-gets-40000-lifeline-after-critical-ac-failure/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 01:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/metro-atlanta-nonprofit-helping-veterans-gets-40000-lifeline-after-critical-ac-failure/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta mayor, Jamaican ambassador headline sold-out luncheon focused on youth, global partnerships]]></title><description><![CDATA[Atlanta's top political and international leaders gathered Sunday for a sold-out luncheon highlighting youth opportunity, global partnerships, and the future of workforce development in the city.At the Buckhead Club, Andre Dickens joined Jamaica's Ambassador to the United States, Antony Anderson, for the Elaine Bryan Foundation's 16th annual Inspirational Luncheon &mdash; an event organizers say continues to grow in both reach and influence. &nbsp;The gathering brought together corporate leaders]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-mayor-jamaican-ambassador-headline-sold-out-luncheon-focused-on-youth-global-partnerships/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 00:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-mayor-jamaican-ambassador-headline-sold-out-luncheon-focused-on-youth-global-partnerships/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alpharetta Mother's Day event brings families together for crafts, music, and celebration]]></title><description><![CDATA[Families from across metro Atlanta came together Sunday afternoon to celebrate Mother's Day weekend at Alpharetta City Center, where the city hosted its fifth annual community event honoring mothers and mother figures.The event, held from 2 to 4 p.m., featured a range of family-friendly activities including a dried floral bouquet station, cookie decorating, and spring-themed crafts &mdash; all set against the backdrop of live music and bustling downtown energy. &nbsp;For many attendees, the cele]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/alpharetta-mothers-day-event-brings-families-together-for-crafts-music-and-celebration/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 23:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/alpharetta-mothers-day-event-brings-families-together-for-crafts-music-and-celebration/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sen. Raphael Warnock says Supreme Court's voting rights decision "poured fuel on this redistricting arms race"]]></title><description><![CDATA[Washington &mdash; Democratic Sen. Raphael Warnock of Georgia called the Supreme Court's decision last week to strike down Louisiana's congressional map and narrow the Voting Rights Act "a massive and devastating blow," while warning of its implications for the redistricting fight.&nbsp;"The court, sadly, poured fuel on this redistricting arms race," Warnock said Sunday on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan."&nbsp;The ruling was a key victory for Republicans, striking down a map that include]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/sen-raphael-warnock-says-supreme-courts-voting-rights-decision-poured-fuel-on-this-redistricting-arms-race/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 22:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/sen-raphael-warnock-says-supreme-courts-voting-rights-decision-poured-fuel-on-this-redistricting-arms-race/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suspect in custody after setting fire inside Chamblee Walmart; store remains closed, officials say]]></title><description><![CDATA[A man is in custody after allegedly setting fire to merchandise inside a Chamblee Walmart, prompting a full evacuation and ongoing arson investigation.&nbsp;The incident took place on Saturday afternoon, May 2, at the Walmart located at 1871 Chamblee Tucker Rd, which was the site of a previous shooting earlier this year.According to Chamblee Police, officers received a call at 1:31 p.m. reporting that a man was in the bathroom aisle, where he set several bathroom mats and towels ablaze.&nbsp;Sec]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/suspect-in-custody-after-setting-fire-inside-chamblee-walmart-store-remains-closed-officials-say/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 21:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/suspect-in-custody-after-setting-fire-inside-chamblee-walmart-store-remains-closed-officials-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former college football players goes from gridiron to pit road]]></title><description><![CDATA[For Kobe Wilson and Brendan Jackson, dreams of competing in the NFL turned into taking part in another high-octane sport.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/former-college-football-players-goes-from-gridiron-to-pit-road/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 00:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/former-college-football-players-goes-from-gridiron-to-pit-road/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[University of West Georgia students walk out over immigration concerns]]></title><description><![CDATA[A group of students at the University of West Georgia joined May Day demonstrations across the world to stand in solidarity with immigrants and metro Atlanta's Hispanic community.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/university-of-west-georgia-students-walk-out-over-immigration-concerns/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 00:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/university-of-west-georgia-students-walk-out-over-immigration-concerns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dunwoody student turns pain into purpose with effort to stop fentanyl overdoses]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dunwoody High School was changed forever when a student died of a fentanyl overdose in 2024. That student was Mady Cohen's classmate, and her death stirred something in Cohen."A lot of my friends and the whole community was grieving really hard because it was a tragedy that nobody expected. And I knew that I wanted to do something about it." Cohen, now a senior, said.That night, Cohen sprang into action. She educated herself about fentanyl and Narcan, a medication that can block and reverse the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dunwoody-student-turns-pain-into-purpose-with-effort-to-stop-fentanyl-overdoses/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 00:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dunwoody-student-turns-pain-into-purpose-with-effort-to-stop-fentanyl-overdoses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rainy weather keeping Georgia feeling damp this weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Most of metro Atlanta will be ending their work week with some showers sweeping through from the west. Most of it will be light, but there could be some heavy showers popping up.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/rainy-weather-keeping-georgia-feeling-damp-this-weekend/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 00:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/rainy-weather-keeping-georgia-feeling-damp-this-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dunwoody High School student takes action to stop overdoses]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dunwoody High School was changed forever when a student died of a fentanyl overdose in 2024, but the efforts of one student helped make sure it didn't happen again.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dunwoody-high-school-student-takes-action-to-stop-overdoses/</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dunwoody-high-school-student-takes-action-to-stop-overdoses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family and friends plead for help finding Atlanta teenager missing since Monday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Friday was a day filled with community gatherings and rallies for a missing metro Atlanta teenager.Sixteen-year-old Benjamin Braithwaite has been missing since Monday night, according to Atlanta Police and Braithwaite's family.Braithwaite is a sophomore at KIPP Atlanta Collegiate High School, and a member of the basketball team. His family, teammates, Atlanta police officers, and members of the community gathered outside at KIPP Atlanta Collegiate's courtyard on Friday to raise awareness about B]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/family-and-friends-plead-for-help-finding-atlanta-teenager-missing-since-monday/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 23:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/family-and-friends-plead-for-help-finding-atlanta-teenager-missing-since-monday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Date set for special election to fill Rep. David Scott's term after Georgia lawmaker's death]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gov. Brian Kemp has set a date for the special election to fill the rest of former U.S. Rep. David Scott's term after the longtime Georgia Democratic lawmaker died in office.Scott, who had represented parts of metro Atlanta for over a decade, died on April 20 at the age of 80. At the time of his death, Scott was seeking a 13th term in Congress.In an executive order, the governor designated the special election in Georgia's 13th Congressional District will be held on July 28, 2026. Whoever wins t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/date-set-for-special-election-to-fill-rep-david-scotts-term-after-georgia-lawmakers-death/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 23:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/date-set-for-special-election-to-fill-rep-david-scotts-term-after-georgia-lawmakers-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Service animal training center gets HVAC repaired for free]]></title><description><![CDATA[Top Dogg K9 Foundation helps connect rescue dogs with veterans, but the nonprofit need rescuing of its own after a major air conditioning problem. Thankfully, a Good Samaritan stepped forward to get them back out of the heat.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/service-animal-training-center-gets-hvac-repaired-for-free/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 23:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/service-animal-training-center-gets-hvac-repaired-for-free/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gov. Kemp says no redistricting for 2026 midterms after Supreme Court ruling]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Supreme Court's ruling narrowing the landmark Voting Rights Act won't impact Georgia's midterm, but changes could be coming ahead of the 2028 election.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gov-kemp-says-no-redistricting-for-2026-midterms-after-supreme-court-ruling/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 23:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gov-kemp-says-no-redistricting-for-2026-midterms-after-supreme-court-ruling/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Community hosts rally for missing Atlanta teen]]></title><description><![CDATA[Atlanta 16-year-old Benjamin Braithwaite has been missing since Monday and his family and other in the community want to make sure that he's safe.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/community-hosts-rally-for-missing-atlanta-teen/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 23:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/community-hosts-rally-for-missing-atlanta-teen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tony Dokoupil on the moment an Atlanta boy met the Artemis II astronauts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jack, a 5-year-old aspiring astronaut from metro Atlanta, met his heroes during the "CBS Morning" town hall with the Artemis II astronauts and got an out-of-this-world surprise. "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil talked with CBS News Atlanta's Sharon Lawson about the heartwarming moment and why the Artemis II mission was so important.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/tony-dokoupil-on-the-moment-an-atlanta-boy-met-the-artemis-ii-astronauts/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 22:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/tony-dokoupil-on-the-moment-an-atlanta-boy-met-the-artemis-ii-astronauts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Biden endorses Keisha Lance Bottoms in Georgia governor's race: "She's been ready"]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former President Joe Biden has endorsed former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms in the crowded Democratic gubernatorial primary race.The former president's endorsement of Bottoms, who served as a senior advisor in his administration, is the first since Mr. Biden left office in 2025."I've known her for a long time. She's something special," Mr. Biden said in a video posted on X on Friday.Mr. Biden went on to call Bottoms "battle-tested," pointing to her work as mayor and at the White House."Geo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/biden-endorses-keisha-lance-bottoms-in-georgia-governors-race-shes-been-ready/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 21:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/biden-endorses-keisha-lance-bottoms-in-georgia-governors-race-shes-been-ready/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Habitat for Humanity building new Atlanta community for the 40th Carter Work Project]]></title><description><![CDATA[Walking through the frame of his soon-to-be new home on a recent morning, an excited Ozzy Herrera could envision the future. A brown leather sofa to match the floors. Terra-cotta-colored walls. A bar cart near the kitchen.Herrera, who works two jobs at Atlanta's airport, never imagined he would own a home at the age of 27. "It's special. It's magical," he said. In May, nearly 1,000 volunteers with Habitat for Humanity will complete Herrera's new home and 23 other affordable housing units in Atla]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/habitat-for-humanity-building-new-atlanta-community-for-the-40th-carter-work-project/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 18:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/habitat-for-humanity-building-new-atlanta-community-for-the-40th-carter-work-project/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cobb police asking public for help identifying suspect in multiple child molestation cases]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cobb County police are asking the public for help identifying a suspect in two child molestation cases in the county.Authorities say the man is "considered a danger to the public" and is also a suspect in cases in Douglas County and Douglasville.On Thursday, the police department released two surveillance photos of the man. In one, the man is wearing a red jersey with the Miami Heat's logo on the front, a long-sleeved shirt, dark pants, and a ballcap. In the other, the man is seen wearing a shir]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/cobb-police-asking-public-for-help-identifying-suspect-in-multiple-child-molestation-cases/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 18:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/cobb-police-asking-public-for-help-identifying-suspect-in-multiple-child-molestation-cases/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Delta Air Lines giving thousands of eligible employees a pay raise]]></title><description><![CDATA[Delta Air Lines is giving thousands of employees a pay raise.The Atlanta-based airline announced on Friday that eligible employees worldwide will receive a 4% pay raise at the start of June.This is the fifth consecutive pay raise for employees and will represent an additional $500 million annual investment, a Delta spokesperson said."Caring for our people is the heart of Delta's culture," Delta CEO Ed Bastian said in a memo to employees. "This core value guides our approach to making consistent]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/delta-air-lines-giving-thousands-of-eligible-employees-a-pay-raise/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 17:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/delta-air-lines-giving-thousands-of-eligible-employees-a-pay-raise/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[At South Fulton's DailyO Donuts, making sweet creations is a family affair]]></title><description><![CDATA[At DailyO Donuts, the day starts with a rhythm you can feel. Dough on the table. Trays moving. The first batch is going in."I'm actually a doughboy," Walter Blackmon says, already in the middle of it.At the South Fulton doughnut shop, making the tasty pastries is a family affair. Blackmon starts it. His wife, Janae, steps in with the apple fritters and cinnamon rolls. Up front, their daughter Kaylin brings it all together, decorating, greeting customers, and ringing up orders.It's work, but for]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/at-south-fultons-dailyo-donuts-making-sweet-creations-is-a-family-affair/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 17:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/at-south-fultons-dailyo-donuts-making-sweet-creations-is-a-family-affair/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[DailyO Donuts building community in South Fulton]]></title><description><![CDATA[DailyO Donuts began with a simple idea and a lot of faith for the Blackmon family, and they say the community has stepped up to show up.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dailyo-donuts-building-community-in-south-fulton/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 17:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dailyo-donuts-building-community-in-south-fulton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Joshua Cole joins CBS Atlanta as new anchor and reporter]]></title><description><![CDATA[Coming to Atlanta was special to Joshua Cole and he's excited to be joining the team. CBS Atlanta's newest reporter and anchor sat down with Alexa Liacko to talk about the stories he loves to dig into.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/joshua-cole-joins-cbs-atlanta-as-new-anchor-and-reporter/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 17:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/joshua-cole-joins-cbs-atlanta-as-new-anchor-and-reporter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia 2026 primaries: Officials encourage preparing ahead as voters deal with lengthy ballots]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the first week of early voting in Georgia's midterm primaries, officials say some voters are showing up to the polls only to turn around without casting their ballot.Now, election officials are sharing how to make the process a lot easier before you even walk in the door.In Fulton County, Georgia's most populous county, 12,244 voters have cast their ballots in the first week of early voting. Across the state, more than 157,000 Georgians have voted as of Friday morning, data from the Secretary]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-2026-primaries-officials-encourage-preparing-ahead-as-voters-deal-with-lengthy-ballots/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 16:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-2026-primaries-officials-encourage-preparing-ahead-as-voters-deal-with-lengthy-ballots/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia seeing high turnout during first week of early voting]]></title><description><![CDATA[More than 150,000 Georgians have already case their ballot in the first few days of early voting for the midterm primary elections.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-seeing-high-turnout-during-first-week-of-early-voting/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 16:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-seeing-high-turnout-during-first-week-of-early-voting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA["Beyond the Gates" star Colby Nixon shared lupus journey]]></title><description><![CDATA[May is Lupus Awareness Month, bringing attention to the around 5 million people across the world who have been diagnosed with the disease. One of those affect is "Beyond the Gates" star Colby Nixon, and she joined Jobina Fortson-Evans to talk about her diagnosis.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/beyond-the-gates-star-colby-nixon-shared-lupus-journey/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 16:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/beyond-the-gates-star-colby-nixon-shared-lupus-journey/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kemp says no redistricting for 2026 midterms, but expects electoral changes to maps for 2028 election]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gov. Brian Kemp said that the Supreme Court's recent ruling narrowing the landmark Voting Rights Act will not impact Georgia's upcoming midterm, but said changes will be coming ahead of the 2028 election. In a 6-3 ruling on Wednesday, the court's conservative majority found that Louisiana's second majority-Black congressional district, represented by Democrat Cleo Fields, relied too heavily on race. Chief Justice John Roberts had described the district as a "snake" that stretches more than 200 m]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/kemp-says-no-redistricting-for-2026-midterms-but-expects-electoral-changes-to-maps-for-2028-election/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 16:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/kemp-says-no-redistricting-for-2026-midterms-but-expects-electoral-changes-to-maps-for-2028-election/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Much-needed rain returns to Georgia: Weekend weather update]]></title><description><![CDATA[Atlanta&rsquo;s drought relief continues with steady rain moving in for the weekend. Meteorologist Orelon Sidney breaks down the timing, thunderstorm chances, and what to expect for your Friday and Saturday plans&mdash;plus a look ahead at next week&rsquo;s weather.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/much-needed-rain-returns-to-georgia-weekend-weather-update/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 05:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/much-needed-rain-returns-to-georgia-weekend-weather-update/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks eliminated in historic blowout loss to Knicks; fans leave early as season ends]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks' season came to a stunning and painful end Thursday night, as the team suffered a historic 140-89 loss to the New York Knicks in Game 6 of their playoff series.The blowout was so lopsided that many fans didn't stick around to see the final buzzer.Atlanta Hawks' Jalen Johnson scored during the first half of Game 6 in a first-round NBA playoff basketball game Thursday, Apr. 30, 2026, in Atlanta.Brynn Anderson / AP "I showed up about four minutes before it started," Hawks fan Just]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/hawks-eliminated-in-historic-blowout-loss-to-knicks-fans-leave-early-as-season-ends/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 05:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/hawks-eliminated-in-historic-blowout-loss-to-knicks-fans-leave-early-as-season-ends/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Delta passenger faces charges after trying to open plane door in Atlanta]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Delta flight at Atlanta&rsquo;s airport was disrupted when a passenger tried to open an emergency door on the tarmac. Hear exclusive pilot audio and learn how crew and passengers responded as federal charges are filed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/delta-passenger-faces-charges-after-trying-to-open-plane-door-in-atlanta/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 05:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/delta-passenger-faces-charges-after-trying-to-open-plane-door-in-atlanta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[President Trump ends longest government shutdown with bipartisan deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[President Trump signs a bipartisan funding bill, ending the record-setting partial government shutdown. The deal restores funding for Homeland Security but leaves immigration enforcement unresolved. Here&rsquo;s what happened and what&rsquo;s next.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/president-trump-ends-longest-government-shutdown-with-bipartisan-deal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 05:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/president-trump-ends-longest-government-shutdown-with-bipartisan-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia bids farewell: Memorial for Congressman David Scott begins tomorrow]]></title><description><![CDATA[A final tribute to Congressman David Scott, one of Georgia&rsquo;s longest-serving political leaders, starts tomorrow at the State Capitol. Public viewing will be held in the Rotunda from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., with a homegoing service Saturday in southwest Atlanta.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-bids-farewell-memorial-for-congressman-david-scott-begins-tomorrow/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 05:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-bids-farewell-memorial-for-congressman-david-scott-begins-tomorrow/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Knicks crush Hawks in historic playoff blowout, Atlanta fans leave State Farm Arena early]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Hawks' season ends in a devastating 140-89 loss to the Knicks&mdash;the largest halftime deficit in NBA playoff history. CBS News Atlanta team coverage shows stunned fans leaving early, heated reactions, and what comes next for Atlanta.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/knicks-crush-hawks-in-historic-playoff-blowout-atlanta-fans-leave-state-farm-arena-early/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 05:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/knicks-crush-hawks-in-historic-playoff-blowout-atlanta-fans-leave-state-farm-arena-early/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dunwoody High student deported to Honduras after traffic stop sparked ICE case, attorney says]]></title><description><![CDATA[CBS News Atlanta has learned a Dunwoody High School student at the center of a high-profile immigration case has been deported to Honduras, marking a dramatic turn after weeks of uncertainty surrounding his detention.According to the teen's immigration attorney, Axel Gerardo Archaga Rios was removed from the United States despite ongoing legal efforts to halt his deportation."ICE ordered him removed and he is now in Honduras. It's a shame &hellip; they didn't even wait for the judge to assess an]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dunwoody-high-student-deported-to-honduras-after-traffic-stop-sparked-ice-case-attorney-says/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 04:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dunwoody-high-student-deported-to-honduras-after-traffic-stop-sparked-ice-case-attorney-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia drought expands to 146 counties, driving up hay costs and raising food price concerns]]></title><description><![CDATA[A worsening drought across Georgia is putting pressure on farmers and could soon hit consumers' wallets at the grocery store.The Georgia Department of Agriculture has now designated 146 counties as natural disaster areas after adding 20 more to the list, highlighting the growing impact of dry conditions across the state. &nbsp;In Cherokee County, one of the newly affected areas, farmers say pastures are struggling to recover&mdash;even after recent rainfall."Grass that's shin-high should be wais]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-drought-expands-to-146-counties-driving-up-hay-costs-and-raising-food-price-concerns/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 03:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-drought-expands-to-146-counties-driving-up-hay-costs-and-raising-food-price-concerns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SCOTUS narrows Voting Rights Act: Georgia lawmakers react to redistricting ruling]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leaders from both parties react to the Supreme Court&rsquo;s decision limiting a key part of the Voting Rights Act. Georgia officials call for immediate redistricting as critics warn it&rsquo;s a major setback for civil rights.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/scotus-narrows-voting-rights-act-georgia-lawmakers-react-to-redistricting-ruling/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 00:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/scotus-narrows-voting-rights-act-georgia-lawmakers-react-to-redistricting-ruling/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paramedic fights wildfires while losing his own home: A Brantley County hero]]></title><description><![CDATA[Brandon Lynn, a Brantley County paramedic, answered emergency calls and battled wildfires even as his own house was consumed by flames. Hear his emotional story of courage, loss, and resilience on the front lines.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/paramedic-fights-wildfires-while-losing-his-own-home-a-brantley-county-hero/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 00:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/paramedic-fights-wildfires-while-losing-his-own-home-a-brantley-county-hero/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meet Chonkers: The 2,000-pound sea lion taking over San Francisco’s Pier 39]]></title><description><![CDATA[Crowds are flocking to Pier 39 to catch a glimpse of Chonkers, the massive Steller sea lion stealing the spotlight&mdash;and most of the dock. Experts say he weighs over 2,000 pounds, and visitors are traveling from across the country just to see the pier&rsquo;s newest superstar.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/meet-chonkers-the-2000-pound-sea-lion-taking-over-san-franciscos-pier-39/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 00:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/meet-chonkers-the-2000-pound-sea-lion-taking-over-san-franciscos-pier-39/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro Atlanta pastors lose their home in fire after lightning strike]]></title><description><![CDATA[A couple in Suwanee no longer has a home, after officials say lightning struck their attic and started a fire.Gwinnett County Fire and Emergency Services responded to the house around 9:30 Wednesday morning.Michael and Denise Gibson were at work when the fire began. They say their alarm and security system alerted them. "There's so much water damage, you can feel the water under your feet," Michael Gibson said.Michael and Denise Gibson were at work when their security system alerted them about t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/metro-atlanta-pastors-lose-their-home-in-fire-after-lightning-strike/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 00:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/metro-atlanta-pastors-lose-their-home-in-fire-after-lightning-strike/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rep. David Scott funeral details announced; longtime Georgia congressman to lie in repose at Capitol]]></title><description><![CDATA[Funeral arrangements have been announced for longtime Georgia Congressman David Scott, whose death last week ended more than five decades of public service in state and federal office.Scott, 80, will be honored Friday, May 1, with a memorial ceremony beginning at 11 a.m. at the Georgia State Capitol. After the program, Scott will lie in repose for public viewing in the Capitol Rotunda until 5 p.m., according to his congressional office and funeral home.&nbsp;The public should enter through the C]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/rep-david-scott-funeral-details-announced-longtime-georgia-congressman-to-lie-in-repose-at-capitol/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 00:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/rep-david-scott-funeral-details-announced-longtime-georgia-congressman-to-lie-in-repose-at-capitol/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lightning strike destroys Suwanee couple's home]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Suwanee pastors say their faith is keeping them going after the devastating lightning strike that damaged their home.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/lightning-strike-destroys-suwanee-couples-home/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 00:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/lightning-strike-destroys-suwanee-couples-home/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fans ready to cheer Hawks on during pivotal Game 6 against Knicks]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks are hoping to rebound from back-to-back losses to force the New York Knicks into a Game 6, and fans are bringing the energy to State Farm Arena to help the team.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/fans-ready-to-cheer-hawks-on-during-pivotal-game-6-against-knicks/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 00:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/fans-ready-to-cheer-hawks-on-during-pivotal-game-6-against-knicks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia farmers worried about drought's impact on Georgia pastures]]></title><description><![CDATA[Even with the recent rain, the pastures that feed Georgia's livestock haven't been able to regenerate grass fast enough, and the state's farmers are feeling the impact.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-farmers-worried-about-droughts-impact-on-georgia-pastures/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 00:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-farmers-worried-about-droughts-impact-on-georgia-pastures/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drought gets worse despite rain, but more storms are coming this week]]></title><description><![CDATA[While the recent rain has helped out across Georgia, the drought continues getting worse, with the next storm system hitting the state on the weekend.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/drought-gets-worse-despite-rain-but-more-storms-are-coming-this-week/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/drought-gets-worse-despite-rain-but-more-storms-are-coming-this-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[After surviving a brain aneurysm, Claxton senior makes triumphant return to soccer field]]></title><description><![CDATA[Claxton High School&rsquo;s Cherise Day turned her senior night into an inspiring milestone, scoring a penalty kick after a courageous recovery from a life-threatening brain aneurysm. Her journey&mdash;from a month-long coma and partial paralysis to stepping back onto the field&mdash;symbolizes resilience, determination, and hope for others facing adversity.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/after-surviving-a-brain-aneurysm-claxton-senior-makes-triumphant-return-to-soccer-field/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/after-surviving-a-brain-aneurysm-claxton-senior-makes-triumphant-return-to-soccer-field/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wheeler High makes history: 3 robotics teams compete at World Championship]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the first time in Cobb County School District history, Wheeler High School has three robotics teams competing at the worldwide championship in Houston. After months of late nights and hard work, students are ready to put their robots to the test against hundreds of teams from across the globe&mdash;showcasing their engineering skills and determination.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/wheeler-high-makes-history-3-robotics-teams-compete-at-world-championship/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/wheeler-high-makes-history-3-robotics-teams-compete-at-world-championship/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Health Watch: Can cancer immunotherapy cure autoimmune diseases? New research shows hope]]></title><description><![CDATA[An estimated 8% of Americans live with autoimmune diseases that cause chronic inflammation and damage. Now, a breakthrough cancer therapy&mdash;CAR T cell immunotherapy&mdash;may offer new hope for difficult-to-treat conditions like lupus, MS, and scleroderma. Researchers say early clinical trials show significant improvement, raising the possibility of a one-time treatment that could reset the immune system for good.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/health-watch-can-cancer-immunotherapy-cure-autoimmune-diseases-new-research-shows-hope/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/health-watch-can-cancer-immunotherapy-cure-autoimmune-diseases-new-research-shows-hope/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[King of Pops turns Atlanta World Cup matches into frozen treats honoring Spain, Morocco, Saudi Arabia and more]]></title><description><![CDATA[Inside King of Pops HQ on Decatur Street, the freezer cases are filling fast with a global lineup of frozen flavors inspired by countries set to play matches in Atlanta. It's part food experiment, part cultural tribute, and part summer kickoff for one of the biggest sporting events in the world.The company is rolling out eight World Cup flavors in total: seven tied to teams playing in Atlanta and one Team USA pop. In all, King of Pops expects to produce about 70,000 non-U.S. flavors and 40,000 T]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/king-of-pops-turns-atlanta-world-cup-matches-into-frozen-treats-honoring-spain-morocco-saudi-arabia-and-more/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/king-of-pops-turns-atlanta-world-cup-matches-into-frozen-treats-honoring-spain-morocco-saudi-arabia-and-more/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[King of Pops turns Atlanta World Cup matches into frozen treats honoring national teams]]></title><description><![CDATA[An Atlanta pop shop is celebrating the World Cup with a special series&mdash;featuring a one-of-a-kind frozen pop flavor inspired by each national team competing in the tournament. The creators hope to bring people together through culture, flavor, and community pride, offering locals and international visitors a taste of the world right in the heart of the city.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/king-of-pops-turns-atlanta-world-cup-matches-into-frozen-treats-honoring-national-teams/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/king-of-pops-turns-atlanta-world-cup-matches-into-frozen-treats-honoring-national-teams/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Florida oranges are disappearing: Farmers face disease, drought, and disaster]]></title><description><![CDATA[Florida&rsquo;s iconic citrus industry is in crisis, with orange production plummeting after decades of abundance. Farmers are battling severe crop diseases, relentless drought, and devastating natural disasters&mdash;forcing many to give up groves that once produced millions of boxes a year. Here&rsquo;s what&rsquo;s behind the dwindling supply of Florida&rsquo;s famous fruit.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/why-florida-oranges-are-disappearing-farmers-face-disease-drought-and-disaster/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/why-florida-oranges-are-disappearing-farmers-face-disease-drought-and-disaster/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gas prices soar to the highest levels since Middle East conflict - How Georgia compares]]></title><description><![CDATA[National average gas prices have surged to $4.30 per gallon, their highest since the onset of the Middle East conflict, according to AAA. That&rsquo;s $0.07 up from yesterday. Georgia drivers are paying less than the national average&mdash;$3.75 per gallon&mdash;but prices are quickly climbing at the pumps. Find out what&rsquo;s fueling the spike and how Georgia stacks up.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gas-prices-soar-to-the-highest-levels-since-middle-east-conflict-how-georgia-compares/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gas-prices-soar-to-the-highest-levels-since-middle-east-conflict-how-georgia-compares/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aspiring metro Atlanta astronaut to meet Artemis II crew during "CBS Mornings" town hall Friday]]></title><description><![CDATA[An aspiring astronaut from suburban Atlanta will meet the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission on Friday during a "CBS Mornings" town hall celebrating the historic mission around the moon.Five-year-old Jack Wineski of Tucker, Georgia, watched the April 1 launch from Space View Park in Titusville, Florida, with his parents and sister. Lauren Wilson, Wineski's mother, said they didn't tell Jack they were in Florida to watch the launch until hours before the crew lifted off from the Kennedy Space Cent]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/aspiring-metro-atlanta-astronaut-to-meet-artemis-ii-crew-during-cbs-mornings-town-hall-friday/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/aspiring-metro-atlanta-astronaut-to-meet-artemis-ii-crew-during-cbs-mornings-town-hall-friday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Top CBS News Atlanta stories: Mail theft and fraud scheme bust, missing teen search, and more]]></title><description><![CDATA[From a massive mail theft ring involving former postal workers and nearly $5 million in stolen checks, to the urgent search for missing 16-year-old Benjamin Braithwaite, and the arrest of Monroe County&rsquo;s animal control director in a multi-state drug bust&mdash;here&rsquo;s a roundup of the latest breaking stories in Metro Atlanta. Plus, car thefts are down across Georgia. Get all the details on the CBS News app.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/top-cbs-news-atlanta-stories-mail-theft-and-fraud-scheme-bust-missing-teen-search-and-more/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/top-cbs-news-atlanta-stories-mail-theft-and-fraud-scheme-bust-missing-teen-search-and-more/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aspiring Georgia astronaut to meet NASA heroes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia 5-year-old Jack Wineski loves space, and now he'll have the chance to meet the crew of the NASA's Artemis II mission on Friday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/aspiring-georgia-astronaut-to-meet-nasa-heroes/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/aspiring-georgia-astronaut-to-meet-nasa-heroes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[DeKalb County police sergeant arrested by FBI on child porn charge, placed on leave]]></title><description><![CDATA[A DeKalb County police sergeant has been placed on leave after officials say he was arrested by the FBI on Thursday morning.Authorities say that Cameron Livsey is charged with one count of intent to view images of minors engaged in sexually-explicit conduct.Officials did not share any details about the investigation that led to Livsey's arrest, but the FBI. noted that he made an appearance in federal court on Thursday afternoon."These allegations are especially troubling when they involve someon]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dekalb-county-police-sergeant-arrested-by-fbi-on-child-porn-charge-placed-on-leave/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 22:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dekalb-county-police-sergeant-arrested-by-fbi-on-child-porn-charge-placed-on-leave/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former USPS carriers, Alpharetta bank manager indicted in $4.9 million mail theft and fraud scheme]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two former U.S. Postal Service carriers, an Alpharetta bank manager, and a convicted felon are facing federal charges in what prosecutors describe as a sprawling mail theft and bank fraud scheme involving nearly $5 million.According to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Northern District of Georgia, the group is accused of stealing checks, credit cards and other valuables from the mail &mdash; including a $4.9 million U.S. Treasury check &mdash; and laundering the proceeds through fraudulent ban]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/former-usps-carriers-alpharetta-bank-manager-indicted-in-49-million-mail-theft-and-fraud-scheme/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 21:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/former-usps-carriers-alpharetta-bank-manager-indicted-in-49-million-mail-theft-and-fraud-scheme/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[6 Northgate High students injured in Coweta County crash, 2 seriously hurt, officials say]]></title><description><![CDATA[A group of Northgate High School students was hurt in a crash in Coweta County late Thursday morning, school officials confirmed.&nbsp;According to the Georgia State Patrol, troopers were called to a single-vehicle crash around 10:40 a.m. on Vaughn Road, north of Brandon Lane. Investigators say a male student driving a 2021 Honda Accord was going too fast for conditions when he lost control while navigating a curve.Authorities say the car ran off the road, hit a utility pole, and then came to re]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/6-northgate-high-students-injured-in-coweta-county-crash-2-seriously-hurt-officials-say/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 20:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/6-northgate-high-students-injured-in-coweta-county-crash-2-seriously-hurt-officials-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Passenger accused of opening cabin door on Delta flight from Atlanta, faces federal charge]]></title><description><![CDATA[What started as a delayed flight out of Atlanta quickly turned into a federal case.According to a criminal complaint filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia, Thomas W. Ryan is accused of interfering with a flight crew member during a disturbance aboard a Delta Air Lines flight on Monday, April 27.Federal investigators say the incident happened on Flight 2879, which was traveling from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Ai]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/passenger-accused-of-opening-cabin-door-on-delta-flight-from-atlanta-faces-federal-charge/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 19:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/passenger-accused-of-opening-cabin-door-on-delta-flight-from-atlanta-faces-federal-charge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia car thefts drop nearly 28% in 2025, with major declines across metro Atlanta]]></title><description><![CDATA[Good news for Georgia drivers: The number of vehicles stolen across the state dropped significantly over the last year.According to new data from the National Insurance Crime Bureau, car thefts across Georgia fell nearly 28% in 2025, from 23,900 reported thefts to 17,200.The Atlanta metro area saw a similar decline, with thefts dropping from about 16,200 to roughly 11,600.While overall numbers are down, these are the vehicles most frequently targeted by thieves in Georgia in 2025: Hyundai Elantr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-car-thefts-drop-nearly-28-in-2025-with-major-declines-across-metro-atlanta/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 19:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-car-thefts-drop-nearly-28-in-2025-with-major-declines-across-metro-atlanta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA["Armed and dangerous" suspect arrested after multiple shootings in Albany, police say]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police in southwest Georgia say they have arrested a man wanted in connection with two separate shootings over just two days.The Albany Police Department says Braylen Robinson was taken into custody after fleeing from officers on Wednesday.Authorities say Robinson was wanted in connection with a shooting on Tuesday night on the 1000 block of South Cleveland Street. According to investigators, five people were injured in the shooting. One of them, identified as 31-year-old Kiambria Young, died fr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/armed-and-dangerous-suspect-arrested-after-multiple-shootings-in-albany-police-say/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/armed-and-dangerous-suspect-arrested-after-multiple-shootings-in-albany-police-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Judge orders federal government to answer Fulton County's questions about FBI search of election hub]]></title><description><![CDATA[A judge has partially granted Fulton County's request to get more information from federal authorities about the FBI's search of the county's election hub earlier this year.In a ruling, U.S. District Judge J.P. Boulee gave the Department of Justice a quick deadline to respond to three questions surrounding the criminal investigation and affidavit that led to the search and seizure of hundreds of ballots and other materials from the 2020 election.According to the affidavit, the search was part of]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/judge-orders-federal-government-to-answer-fulton-countys-questions-about-fbi-search-of-election-hub/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/judge-orders-federal-government-to-answer-fulton-countys-questions-about-fbi-search-of-election-hub/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Russian national accused of selling cars with tampered odometers in Marietta now in ICE custody, records show]]></title><description><![CDATA[Marietta police are searching for more victims of a man accused of rolling back odometers to sell vehicles for more than their actual value.Authorities say 32-year-old Albert Constantin has been charged with multiple felonies and misdemeanors connected with the alleged scam.According to the Marietta Police Department, Constantin would mess with the vehicle's milage before selling them to unsuspecting buyers.Investigators believe Constantin has been selling vehicles in the area for the past two y]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/russian-national-accused-of-selling-cars-with-tampered-odometers-in-marietta-now-in-ice-custody-records-show/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 17:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/russian-national-accused-of-selling-cars-with-tampered-odometers-in-marietta-now-in-ice-custody-records-show/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia gas prices jump as Iran war pushes U.S. fuel costs to highest level in years]]></title><description><![CDATA[Looking to fuel up ahead of the weekend? It's going to cost you.The average price of a gallon of regular unleaded gas in Georgia on Thursday is around $3.75, according to data from AAA. That means the price has jumped up more than 19 cents in a week.The cost is also much higher than it was in 2025. At this time last year, it cost around $2.93 per gallon at the pump.While gas prices began ticking down for the last few weeks, oil prices surged above $100 a barrel in the last few days. AAA says tha]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-gas-prices-jump-as-iran-war-pushes-us-fuel-costs-to-highest-level-in-years/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 17:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-gas-prices-jump-as-iran-war-pushes-us-fuel-costs-to-highest-level-in-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta airport asking public for help in search for employee's missing teenage son]]></title><description><![CDATA[Officials at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and police are asking for help in the search for a teenager who has been missing for over a day.Authorities say 16-year-old Benjamin Braithwaite was last seen at his home in the Regency Trace neighborhood around 9:30 p.m. on Monday.Benjamin Braithwaite has been missing since Monday night.Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport In a post on X, Atlanta airport officials say that Braithwaite is the son of "a valued member of our]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-airport-asking-public-for-help-in-search-for-employees-missing-teenage-son/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-airport-asking-public-for-help-in-search-for-employees-missing-teenage-son/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angel Reese scores 8 in return to Chicago as Dream beat Sky 87-78 in first preseason game]]></title><description><![CDATA[It felt bigger than a preseason game the moment Angel Reese stepped back onto the floor in Chicago.Reese returned to face her former team for the first time since an April 6 trade, helping the Atlanta Dream secure an 87-78 win over the Chicago Sky on Wednesday night. The stat line was modest, eight points, seven rebounds, two assists and three steals in 13 minutes, but the moment carried far more weight than the numbers.A large, energetic crowd filled Wintrust Arena, many there to welcome back a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/angel-reese-scores-8-in-return-to-chicago-as-dream-beat-sky-87-78-in-first-preseason-game/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/angel-reese-scores-8-in-return-to-chicago-as-dream-beat-sky-87-78-in-first-preseason-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia animal control director, 2 others arrested in multi-state drug investigation]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Monroe County official is now at the center of a major drug investigation.The Monroe County Sheriff's Office says its investigators executed a search warrant April 29 in the River Forest subdivision as part of a multi-state drug operation. Authorities arrested three people and charged them with manufacturing and distributing controlled substances.Among those arrested is Becky Gifford, 49, who serves as the county's animal control director. Investigators also arrested Chad Gifford, 52, and Hold]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-animal-control-director-2-others-arrested-in-multi-state-drug-investigation/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-animal-control-director-2-others-arrested-in-multi-state-drug-investigation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Dream down Chicago Sky in Angel Reese's preseason debut]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Dream defeated the Chicago Sky Wednesday night on the road in the team's first preseason game. It was also Angel Reese's first return to Chicago, the team that traded her to Atlanta for multiple first round picks and a second round pick swap.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-dream-down-chicago-sky-in-angel-reeses-preseason-debut/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-dream-down-chicago-sky-in-angel-reeses-preseason-debut/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia weather alert: Rounds of rain through Saturday before sunny Sunday break]]></title><description><![CDATA[A stalled system is bringing rounds of rain and a few thunderstorms across the Southeast, with more showers expected into the weekend. CBS News NEXT Weather meteorologist Troy Bridges delivers the latest forecast for Thursday, April 30, 2026.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-weather-alert-rounds-of-rain-through-saturday-before-sunny-sunday-break/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-weather-alert-rounds-of-rain-through-saturday-before-sunny-sunday-break/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[U.S. Gas prices surge to four-year high.]]></title><description><![CDATA[U.S. gas prices have hit a four-year high this week. The national average now sits at $4.30 a gallon and prices are climbing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/us-gas-prices-surge-to-four-year-high/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/us-gas-prices-surge-to-four-year-high/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Big Boi producing 1996 Atlanta Olympics documentary "We Ran The City"]]></title><description><![CDATA[Big Boi is among the executive producers behind "We Ran The City," a feature documentary exploring the lead-up to the 1996 Summer Olympics. The film captures Atlanta&rsquo;s complex transformation through the perspectives of law enforcement, politicians, entrepreneurs, and criminals, highlighting a city navigating rapid growth, crime, and political tension.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/big-boi-producing-1996-atlanta-olympics-documentary-we-ran-the-city/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/big-boi-producing-1996-atlanta-olympics-documentary-we-ran-the-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Artemis II crew honored at the White House]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Artemis II crew was honored at the White House this week after returning to Earth from a historic lunar flyby that carried the four astronauts farther than any humans have ever traveled.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/artemis-ii-crew-honored-at-the-white-house/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/artemis-ii-crew-honored-at-the-white-house/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Soulidified working on new EP ahead of summer tour stop in Atlanta]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rising boy band Solidified is heading back on tour and making a stop in Atlanta on June 3rd alongside Corbyn Besson.The show at Buckhead Theatre will include a special meet-and-greet opportunity for fans. Tickets are on sale now as excitement builds for their forthcoming EP.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/soulidified-working-on-new-ep-ahead-of-summer-tour-stop-in-atlanta/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/soulidified-working-on-new-ep-ahead-of-summer-tour-stop-in-atlanta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rainy weekend ahead: Georgia’s NEXT Weather Forecast brings relief]]></title><description><![CDATA[Meteorologist Orelon Sidney breaks down this week&rsquo;s weather patterns, with steady rain improving air quality and easing drought risk. Expect thunderstorms Friday and Saturday, followed by cooler, sunnier days across Georgia.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/rainy-weekend-ahead-georgias-next-weather-forecast-brings-relief/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/rainy-weekend-ahead-georgias-next-weather-forecast-brings-relief/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta tech leaders discuss AI’s impact on the future of work]]></title><description><![CDATA[Industry experts gathered in Atlanta to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming workplaces and what businesses must do to adapt. The event also showcased new programs training the next generation of AI professionals, aiming to keep the city at the forefront of innovation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-tech-leaders-discuss-ais-impact-on-the-future-of-work/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-tech-leaders-discuss-ais-impact-on-the-future-of-work/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Forsyth County launches wildfire relief drive for South Georgia families, first responders]]></title><description><![CDATA[A metro Atlanta county is stepping up to support families and first responders impacted by the South Georgia wildfires.The Forsyth County Fire Department launched a disaster relief drive Tuesday, collecting essential supplies through May 10 at all county fire stations and the Public Safety Complex on Settingdown Road.Officials say donations are already coming in quickly."We've been watching what's happening in southeast Georgia with a heavy heart," said Division Chief Jason Shivers. "Let's fill]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/forsyth-county-launches-wildfire-relief-drive-for-south-georgia-families-first-responders/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/forsyth-county-launches-wildfire-relief-drive-for-south-georgia-families-first-responders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia launches tool to track voter turnout by party in primaries]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new upgrade to Georgia&rsquo;s election data hub lets you see early voting turnout by party affiliation in real time. The move aims to boost transparency as the primaries get underway, with early numbers showing more Democratic ballots so far.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-launches-tool-to-track-voter-turnout-by-party-in-primaries/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-launches-tool-to-track-voter-turnout-by-party-in-primaries/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Supreme Court ruling sparks fierce debate over Georgia’s voting maps]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia lawmakers react sharply to the Supreme Court&rsquo;s decision on voting rights, with calls for redrawing legislative maps and concerns over representation. Hear perspectives from both sides as the state braces for a high-stakes political showdown.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/supreme-court-ruling-sparks-fierce-debate-over-georgias-voting-maps/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/supreme-court-ruling-sparks-fierce-debate-over-georgias-voting-maps/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Supreme Court strikes down Louisiana’s 2nd Black district in landmark ruling]]></title><description><![CDATA[In a major 6-3 decision, the Supreme Court has thrown out Louisiana&rsquo;s second majority-Black congressional district, calling the map an unconstitutional gerrymander. The case now heads back to a lower court, as redistricting battles heat up nationwide.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/supreme-court-strikes-down-louisianas-2nd-black-district-in-landmark-ruling/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/supreme-court-strikes-down-louisianas-2nd-black-district-in-landmark-ruling/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro Atlanta rallies for South Georgia wildfire victims: Relief efforts underway]]></title><description><![CDATA[Forsyth County and Cumming police are collecting donations for families and first responders impacted by massive wildfires in South Georgia. See how Metro Atlanta communities are coming together to help those who have lost homes and are still fighting the flames.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/metro-atlanta-rallies-for-south-georgia-wildfire-victims-relief-efforts-underway/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/metro-atlanta-rallies-for-south-georgia-wildfire-victims-relief-efforts-underway/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MARTA claims early gains with NextGen overhaul despite confusion among riders]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's been one week since Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) rolled out its sweeping "NextGen" bus redesign, an ambitious overhaul promising fewer routes, more frequent service, streamlined fare purchasing, and a system that's easier to navigate.Now that the plan has moved from paper to pavement, the early question is simple: is it actually working? &nbsp;According to MARTA, the first weekend after launch saw ridership jump 58%. &nbsp;It's a notable spike, but transit officials]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/marta-claims-early-gains-with-nextgen-overhaul-despite-confusion-among-riders/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 04:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/marta-claims-early-gains-with-nextgen-overhaul-despite-confusion-among-riders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Supreme Court ruling reshapes how states can draw congressional districts]]></title><description><![CDATA[A major Supreme Court decision limits the use of race in redistricting, striking down a Louisiana map and changing the rules for states nationwide. Legal experts say this ruling could have immediate effects on ongoing political map battles.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/supreme-court-ruling-reshapes-how-states-can-draw-congressional-districts/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/supreme-court-ruling-reshapes-how-states-can-draw-congressional-districts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta teens, advocates call for plan to prevent youth violence as summer approaches]]></title><description><![CDATA[Atlanta city leaders heard from teens and youth advocates on Wednesday on ways to tackle youth violence and prevention. Officials say data show crime is trending down, but as summer approaches, city leaders, youth advocates, and teens want a comprehensive approach to prevent youth violence. Sixteen-year-old Sonali Thomas participated in Wednesday's panel with the Atlanta Office of Violence Reduction. She said the issue of violence was at the top of mind."Just walking down the street with my youn]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-teens-advocates-call-for-plan-to-prevent-youth-violence-as-summer-approaches/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-teens-advocates-call-for-plan-to-prevent-youth-violence-as-summer-approaches/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-inmate’s lawsuit highlights neglect crisis at Fulton County Jail]]></title><description><![CDATA[Attorneys for Rashad Muhammad say he suffered severe medical neglect and amputations while incarcerated, pushing for greater accountability and a new jail as conditions at Fulton County Jail face growing scrutiny.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/ex-inmates-lawsuit-highlights-neglect-crisis-at-fulton-county-jail/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/ex-inmates-lawsuit-highlights-neglect-crisis-at-fulton-county-jail/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta youth advocate for plans to prevent violence this summer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Atlanta city leaders heard directly from teens on Wednesday about their thoughts on what should be done to stop youth violence as summer vacation gets closer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-youth-advocate-for-plans-to-prevent-violence-this-summer/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-youth-advocate-for-plans-to-prevent-violence-this-summer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Central Kitchen delivers hope and hot meals to Georgia wildfire responders]]></title><description><![CDATA[As Georgia wildfires continue to devastate local communities, organizations are stepping up to support those impacted.&nbsp;Among them is World Central Kitchen, renowned for providing meals during humanitarian, climate, and community crises.World Central Kitchen has mobilized in Brantley County, serving hundreds of meals to firefighters, EMS, and other emergency workers battling the blazes and helping to rebuild neighborhoods.&nbsp;World Central Kitchen is on the ground in Brantley County, provi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/world-central-kitchen-delivers-hope-and-hot-meals-to-georgia-wildfire-responders/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/world-central-kitchen-delivers-hope-and-hot-meals-to-georgia-wildfire-responders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Health Watch: Doctor turns balloon art into viral side hustle to pay off student debt]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dr. Brandon Axelrod, a young surgeon-in-training, is combining his love for medicine and balloon art to tackle $400,000 in student loans. His creative social media campaign not only entertains patients and colleagues, but also shines a light on the rising cost of medical education.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/health-watch-doctor-turns-balloon-art-into-viral-side-hustle-to-pay-off-student-debt/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 23:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/health-watch-doctor-turns-balloon-art-into-viral-side-hustle-to-pay-off-student-debt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta inmate claims severe medical neglect at troubled jail led to amputations]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Georgia man said Wednesday that he was traumatized by severe medical neglect at a problem-plagued jail in Atlanta that led to the amputation of his fingers and lower legs.Rashaad Muhammad was arrested in August and taken to the Fulton County Jail, where medical staff failed to provide antibiotics and other medical supplies he repeatedly told them he needed, his lawyers said. Less than two weeks later, his condition had deteriorated to the point that he could no longer stand and he was taken to]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-inmate-claims-severe-medical-neglect-at-troubled-jail-led-to-amputations/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 23:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-inmate-claims-severe-medical-neglect-at-troubled-jail-led-to-amputations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Roswell breaks ground on Hill Rose Market mixed-use project]]></title><description><![CDATA[Officials kicked off construction of the new Hill Rose Market, which will bring retail, office space, and over 140 apartments within walking distance of downtown Canton Street. The project aims to honor Roswell&rsquo;s rich history while supporting the city&rsquo;s continued growth and vibrancy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/roswell-breaks-ground-on-hill-rose-market-mixed-use-project/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 23:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/roswell-breaks-ground-on-hill-rose-market-mixed-use-project/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rain cooling North Georgia off with more downpours on the way]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wednesday started off with rain and is ending with even more around Atlanta and North Georgia. The soggy weather will cool things down a bit, and even more water is expected during rush hour on Thursday]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/rain-cooling-north-georgia-off-with-more-downpours-on-the-way/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 23:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/rain-cooling-north-georgia-off-with-more-downpours-on-the-way/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[World Central Kitchen feeds crews battling Georgia wildfire]]></title><description><![CDATA[With the fire just 32% contained after burning 22,000 acres, World Central Kitchen volunteers are in Brantley County providing hundreds of meals to firefighters, EMS, and those on the front lines. Local restaurants are joining the effort, highlighting the community&rsquo;s resilience and support for one another during the crisis.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/world-central-kitchen-feeds-crews-battling-georgia-wildfire/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 23:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/world-central-kitchen-feeds-crews-battling-georgia-wildfire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MARTA riders trying to get used to new bus network]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's been a week since MARTA rolled out its NextGen Bus Network, a major redesign promising fewer routes but more frequency and and easier-to-navigate system. Now that the plan has moved from paper to pavement, CBS News Atlanta wanted to know if it's actually moving people more efficiently.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/marta-riders-trying-to-get-used-to-new-bus-network/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 23:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/marta-riders-trying-to-get-used-to-new-bus-network/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia police officer on leave after video shows him slamming man into floor at Walmart]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Georgia police officer has been put on administrative leave after a video was posted to social media appeared to show him slamming a man to the floor at a Walmart.The Lovejoy Police Department said that they had started an internal investigation into the incident after becoming aware of the video.In the footage, the officer appears to put a man's hands behind his back before suddenly picking him up and slamming him onto the ground.Officials say they began an administrative review and put the o]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-police-officer-on-leave-after-video-shows-him-slamming-man-into-floor-at-walmart/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 22:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-police-officer-on-leave-after-video-shows-him-slamming-man-into-floor-at-walmart/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia GOP calls for redistricting session as Warnock, Dickens slam Supreme Court Voting Rights Act decision]]></title><description><![CDATA[The decision in Lousiana v. Callais could have major implications in Georgia and other Southern states, where majority-Black and majority-minority districts have long been shaped by Voting Rights Act protections.&nbsp;Georgia Republican Party Chairman Josh McKoon praised the ruling, calling it "a win for democracy, the rule of law, and all Georgians." He urged the General Assembly to convene&nbsp;a special redistricting session&nbsp;to redraw congressional, state House and state Senate maps. &nb]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-gop-calls-for-redistricting-session-as-warnock-dickens-slam-supreme-court-voting-rights-act-decision/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 22:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-gop-calls-for-redistricting-session-as-warnock-dickens-slam-supreme-court-voting-rights-act-decision/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Hawks finance chief gets 3 years in prison for embezzling millions from team, prosecutors say]]></title><description><![CDATA[A former top finance executive for the Atlanta Hawks&nbsp;will spend more than three years in federal prison after prosecutors said he stole millions from the NBA franchise through fraudulent expenses and credit card abuse.Lester T. Jones Jr., 46, of Atlanta, was sentenced to three years and five months in prison, followed by three years of supervised release, after pleading guilty to wire fraud, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Northern District of Georgia.Prosecutors said Jones]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/former-hawks-finance-chief-gets-3-years-in-prison-for-embezzling-millions-from-team-prosecutors-say/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 21:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/former-hawks-finance-chief-gets-3-years-in-prison-for-embezzling-millions-from-team-prosecutors-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Survivor 50: Two-Hour special features Mr. Beast surprise and major twist]]></title><description><![CDATA[It&rsquo;s Wednesday, and that means a brand-new episode of Survivor 50 &mdash; and tonight, fans are getting a special two-hour event packed with strategy, drama, and a major surprise. Resident Survivor expert and season 49 winner Savannah Louie breaks down everything viewers need to know heading into Episode 10.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/survivor-50-two-hour-special-features-mr-beast-surprise-and-major-twist/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 20:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/survivor-50-two-hour-special-features-mr-beast-surprise-and-major-twist/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia teen remains in ICE custody after stay denied; lawyer says judge can reopen case]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Dunwoody teenager&nbsp;fighting to stay in the United States&nbsp;is facing a new setback in court, but his attorney says the legal fight is not over.Attorney Alex Cornejo said a request for 18-year-old Axel Gerardo Archaga Rios to remain in the country has been denied by a Immigration and Customs Enforcement.According to the attorney, they had filed a stay of removal, which the federal immigration agency denied, but a judge has a chance to examine another effort avoid possible deportation to]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-teen-remains-in-ice-custody-after-stay-denied-lawyer-says-judge-can-reopen-case/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 20:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-teen-remains-in-ice-custody-after-stay-denied-lawyer-says-judge-can-reopen-case/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cuban truck driver who vanished en route to Miami found dead on Georgia coast, FBI says]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Cuban truck driver has been found dead more than a week after he disappeared while delivering a shipment of vehicles from Georgia to Florida, according to the FBI.On Wednesday, federal investigators said that a body discovered in "Coastal Georgia" was identified as 41-year-old Alejandro Jacomino Gonzalez. Authorities have not shared any specifics about the location or the cause of death.On April 16, Gonzalez picked up multiple vehicles from the Port of Brunswick in Georgia and headed South tow]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/cuban-truck-driver-who-vanished-en-route-to-miami-found-dead-on-georgia-coast-fbi-says/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 20:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/cuban-truck-driver-who-vanished-en-route-to-miami-found-dead-on-georgia-coast-fbi-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia utility companies urge customers make small changes to water use as drought continues]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Level 1 drought is now in effect across Georgia, and while there are no mandatory restrictions yet, officials say what happens next depends on how much people conserve now.The Level 1 drought declaration applies to all public water systems using surface and groundwater, meaning the focus is on prevention.Utility companies, for example, are asking customers to make small changes such as limiting unnecessary water use indoors and being more strategic with outdoor watering.In places such as Fulto]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-utility-companies-urge-customers-make-small-changes-to-water-use-as-drought-continues/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 19:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-utility-companies-urge-customers-make-small-changes-to-water-use-as-drought-continues/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sandy Spring police officer back on duty 6 months after he was hit by motorcycle]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Sandy Springs police officer is back on duty months after he was hit by a motorcycle while working an accident.On the night of Sept. 20, Officer Citta responded to a crash on SR-400 north of Hammond Drive. While putting down traffic cones at the scene, authorities say a motorcycle driver traveling at a high rate of speed lost control and was ejected from his vehicle. The now-driverless motorcycle hit Citta and the other vehicle.The crash broke multiple bones in the officer's legs. Citta said i]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/sandy-spring-police-officer-back-on-duty-6-months-after-he-was-hit-by-motorcycle/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 19:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/sandy-spring-police-officer-back-on-duty-6-months-after-he-was-hit-by-motorcycle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South Georgia wildfires scorch over 55,000 acres as crews race to contain hot spots and protect homes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Firefighters in South Georgia say they're making progress, but both major wildfires remain active and far from contained.Pineland Road and Highway 82 fires remain activeAccording to a Wednesday morning update from the Georgia Forestry Commission, the Pineland Road Fire has now burned 32,569 acres and is 23% contained, while the Highway 82 Fire has reached 22,601 acres and is 32% contained. Officials say crews are continuing to strengthen containment lines and push forward where conditions allow.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/south-georgia-wildfires-scorch-over-55000-acres-as-crews-race-to-contain-hot-spots-and-protect-homes/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/south-georgia-wildfires-scorch-over-55000-acres-as-crews-race-to-contain-hot-spots-and-protect-homes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man sentenced to life for murder of stranger who gave him ride to DeKalb County park]]></title><description><![CDATA[A DeKalb County jury has found a man guilty of murdering a stranger in a local park after the victim had given him a ride.On April 24, the jury found 41-year-old Ryan Anson Carter guilty of malice murder, felony murder, armed robbery, aggravated assault, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, and possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony.Investigators say the incident began on Aug. 23, 2020, when 29-year-old Jamal Cobb decided to help out Carter, who had been left by his g]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/man-sentenced-to-life-for-murder-of-stranger-who-gave-him-ride-to-dekalb-county-park/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/man-sentenced-to-life-for-murder-of-stranger-who-gave-him-ride-to-dekalb-county-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Passenger taken off Delta flight from Miami to Atlanta after refusing to end phone call, officials say]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Delta Air Lines flight from Miami to Atlanta experienced an unexpected delay after officials said a passenger refused to get off the phone before takeoff.A spokesperson for the airline said the incident occurred on Monday aboard Delta Flight 1323, which was scheduled to depart from Miami International Airport for Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport that afternoon.According to the spokesperson, crew members repeatedly tried to get a passenger to hang up while the plane was taxiing]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/passenger-taken-off-delta-flight-from-miami-to-atlanta-after-refusing-to-end-phone-call-officials-say/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/passenger-taken-off-delta-flight-from-miami-to-atlanta-after-refusing-to-end-phone-call-officials-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia father pleads guilty to murder of 2 children found buried in yard, gets life without parole]]></title><description><![CDATA[The father of two Georgia siblings whose bodies were found buried in his yard has pleaded guilty to their murders.In court earlier this week, Elwyn Crocker Sr. entered a guilty plea for the charges of murder, aggravated sexual battery, cruelty to children, false imprisonment, and concealing the death of another for the killings of Elwyn Crocker Jr. and Mary Frances Crocker.Effingham County sheriff's deputies found the children's bodies in December 2018 after a tip brought authorities to their fa]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-father-pleads-guilty-to-murder-of-2-children-found-buried-in-yard-gets-life-without-parole/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-father-pleads-guilty-to-murder-of-2-children-found-buried-in-yard-gets-life-without-parole/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Justin Simmons announces retirement from NFL: "I'll always be a Denver Bronco"]]></title><description><![CDATA[Longtime Denver Broncos safety Justin Simmons announced his retirement from the NFL on Wednesday. According to the Denver Broncos website, Simmons said he wants to be remembered as a Denver Bronco.&nbsp;DETROIT, MICHIGAN - DECEMBER 16: Justin Simmons #31 of the Denver Broncos celebrates after a play during an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on December 16, 2023 in Detroit, Michigan.Ryan Kang / Getty Images "I would just love to be remembered as not just a Bronco, but ju]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/justin-simmons-announces-retirement-from-nfl-ill-always-be-a-denver-bronco/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/justin-simmons-announces-retirement-from-nfl-ill-always-be-a-denver-bronco/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA["Little Women: Atlanta" star Ms. Juicy arrested in Georgia on license and insurance charges]]></title><description><![CDATA[A reality TV personality known to many fans as Ms. Juicy is facing legal trouble in Georgia.Shirlene King Pearson was arrested by the Winder Police Department on charges of driving without insurance and driving with a suspended license, according to the Barrow County Sheriff's Office.Jail records show Pearson was booked into the Barrow County detention facility on April 18 at 7:03 p.m. and released early the next morning at 12:50 a.m. The arrest was classified as a Winder Police Department case.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/little-women-atlanta-star-ms-juicy-arrested-in-georgia-on-license-and-insurance-charges/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/little-women-atlanta-star-ms-juicy-arrested-in-georgia-on-license-and-insurance-charges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Georgia election tool breaks down voter turnout by party as early voting continues]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia voters are getting a closer look at who's showing up at the polls.The Secretary of State's office announced Wednesday a new upgrade to the state's Election Data Hub, which allows Georgians to track voter turnout by party affiliation as voting continues across the state.Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger said the update is aimed at increasing transparency around the election process."Transparency is the bedrock of public trust," Raffensperger said. "By providing more granular data on v]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/new-georgia-election-tool-breaks-down-voter-turnout-by-party-as-early-voting-continues/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/new-georgia-election-tool-breaks-down-voter-turnout-by-party-as-early-voting-continues/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[404 Day celebration under review as Atlanta officials push for answers on safety, logistics]]></title><description><![CDATA[A major Atlanta celebration is now under review.Atlanta City Councilmember Andrea L. Boone is calling for a closer look at how the city plans and manages 404 Day, with a focus on safety, logistics and its impact on surrounding communities.The District 10 council member introduced a resolution last week at the full council meeting seeking an emergency, comprehensive review of the annual celebration. The effort would be led by the City Council's Public Safety Committee and aims to examine how this]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/404-day-celebration-under-review-as-atlanta-officials-push-for-answers-on-safety-logistics/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/404-day-celebration-under-review-as-atlanta-officials-push-for-answers-on-safety-logistics/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia rain update: Storms bring brief relief to drought, but dry conditions remain]]></title><description><![CDATA[CBS News Atlanta's NEXT Weather meteorologist Troy Bridges delivers the latest forecast for Wednesday, April 29, 2026.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-rain-update-storms-bring-brief-relief-to-drought-but-dry-conditions-remain/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-rain-update-storms-bring-brief-relief-to-drought-but-dry-conditions-remain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia urges water conservation as drought conditions worsen statewide]]></title><description><![CDATA[Utility companies are urging customers to conserve water as much as possible as Georgia continues to face dry conditions. The state declared a Level 1 drought response earlier this week. Right now, there are no new restrictions but public water systems are required to push conservation messages.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-urges-water-conservation-as-drought-conditions-worsen-statewide/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-urges-water-conservation-as-drought-conditions-worsen-statewide/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Students, staff take stand against sexual assault during Denim Day at Emory University]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's Denim Day at Emory University. Students, staff and faculty plan to stand in solidarity with survivors of sexual assault with their fashion. The initiative raises funds for the Office of Respect, which serves as a central hub for sexual and interpersonal violence prevention programs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/students-staff-take-stand-against-sexual-assault-during-denim-day-at-emory-university/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/students-staff-take-stand-against-sexual-assault-during-denim-day-at-emory-university/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can the Hawks win an NBA championship? Atlanta's Beltline walkers weigh in]]></title><description><![CDATA[CBS News Atlanta's Jonathan Myers hits the west side of the Beltline to ask passersby their thoughts on the Atlanta Hawks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/can-the-hawks-win-an-nba-championship-atlantas-beltline-walkers-weigh-in/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/can-the-hawks-win-an-nba-championship-atlantas-beltline-walkers-weigh-in/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rain and thunderstorms roll into Georgia: What to expect this week]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEXT Weather meteorologist Orelon Sidney tracks showers and a few overnight storms across Georgia, with brief strong winds or hail possible&mdash;mainly south of I-20. While the severe threat is low for metro Atlanta, much-needed rain arrives, with more rounds expected through the weekend before sunshine returns next week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/rain-and-thunderstorms-roll-into-georgia-what-to-expect-this-week/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 05:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/rain-and-thunderstorms-roll-into-georgia-what-to-expect-this-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta now ranks 6th largest U.S. metro after population surge]]></title><description><![CDATA[The U.S. Census Bureau reports Atlanta has surpassed Miami and Washington, D.C. to become the nation&rsquo;s sixth largest metro area. Since the start of the pandemic, nearly 400,000 new residents have moved in&mdash;making Atlanta&rsquo;s growth the third highest in the country. Metro Atlanta now boasts a population of nearly 6.5 million.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-now-ranks-6th-largest-us-metro-after-population-surge/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 05:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-now-ranks-6th-largest-us-metro-after-population-surge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia drought strains farmers, mobile markets as produce prices rise]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia's ongoing drought is being felt far beyond farms and fields. For mobile markets serving metro Atlanta families, it is also making fresh fruits and vegetables harder to find &mdash; and more expensive to provide.On Monday, the Georgia Environmental Protection Division declared a Drought Response Level 1 for the entire state, urging water conservation as dry conditions continue. The U.S. Department of Agriculture has also expanded drought disaster aid for Georgia farmers, with state agricu]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-drought-strains-farmers-mobile-markets-as-produce-prices-rise/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 05:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-drought-strains-farmers-mobile-markets-as-produce-prices-rise/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia drought drives food shortages, higher prices for families]]></title><description><![CDATA[As a severe drought grips the entire state, Georgia officials have declared a Level One Drought Response. The crisis is hitting local farmers hard and straining mobile markets like Eat Right Atlanta, which serves thousands in food deserts. Owners say produce is scarcer, prices are rising, and key items are harder to find, underscoring how drought impacts everyone&rsquo;s dinner table.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-drought-drives-food-shortages-higher-prices-for-families/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 05:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-drought-drives-food-shortages-higher-prices-for-families/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Emergency response intensifies: Kemp and Warnock join Georgia wildfire fight]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor Kemp returns to the front lines in South Georgia as Senator Warnock visits impacted communities. With hundreds of homes in danger and critical drought fueling the flames, leaders are pushing for more aid and resources. Despite some rain, containment remains minimal as Georgia battles its largest wildfires in decades.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/emergency-response-intensifies-kemp-and-warnock-join-georgia-wildfire-fight/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 05:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/emergency-response-intensifies-kemp-and-warnock-join-georgia-wildfire-fight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wildfire threat remains in Georgia, even as firefighters make progress, officials warn]]></title><description><![CDATA[Officials battling two large wildfires that have destroyed dozens of homes in southern Georgia warned Tuesday that firefighters are bracing for a prolonged battle even after weekend rains gave a big boost to containment efforts. "A little bit of rain is going to help us, but it's not going to get us out of this situation," Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp told a news conference after touring the fire areas Tuesday. "We're going to be in this for a while."A fire that has burned roughly 35 square miles (90]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/wildfire-threat-remains-in-georgia-even-as-firefighters-make-progress-officials-warn/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 04:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/wildfire-threat-remains-in-georgia-even-as-firefighters-make-progress-officials-warn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fayette C.A.R.E. Clinic closing after 20 years, leaving vulnerable Fayetteville residents with fewer options]]></title><description><![CDATA[In a quiet corner of Fayetteville, a small clinic that has served some of the area's most vulnerable residents for more than two decades is preparing to close &mdash; a casualty of funding challenges that providers say are becoming more common across metro Atlanta.The Fayette C.A.R.E. Clinic will shut its doors after years of relying on a patchwork of grants, fundraisers and donations &mdash; funding streams that Executive Director Geneva Weaver says became increasingly difficult to sustain."Mon]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/fayette-care-clinic-closing-after-20-years-leaving-vulnerable-fayetteville-residents-with-fewer-options/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 03:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/fayette-care-clinic-closing-after-20-years-leaving-vulnerable-fayetteville-residents-with-fewer-options/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man sentenced to life in fatal shooting of Good Samaritan at Lithonia park, DA says]]></title><description><![CDATA[A DeKalb County man has been sentenced to life in prison after prosecutors say he killed a stranger who had tried to help him, bringing closure to a years-long case rooted in a deadly encounter at a local park.According to Sherry Boston, a jury on April 24 found 41-year-old Ryan Anson Carter guilty on multiple charges, including malice murder, felony murder, armed robbery, and aggravated assault in the 2020 killing of 29-year-old Jamaal Cobb. &nbsp;Prosecutors say the shooting happened at Lithon]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/man-sentenced-to-life-in-fatal-shooting-of-good-samaritan-at-lithonia-park-da-says/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 03:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/man-sentenced-to-life-in-fatal-shooting-of-good-samaritan-at-lithonia-park-da-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lawrenceville man sentenced to three life terms for repeated sexual assault of young girl in Gwinnett County]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Lawrenceville man will spend the rest of his life in prison after being convicted of sexually assaulting a young girl over several years, beginning when she was just three years old.A Gwinnett County jury on Tuesday found Jorge Nagera Perez, 33, guilty of two counts of rape, three counts of aggravated child molestation, and two counts of child molestation.&nbsp;The abuse, which prosecutors said started when the child was living in Ohio and continued after she moved to Georgia, spanned from the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/lawrenceville-man-sentenced-to-three-life-terms-for-repeated-sexual-assault-of-young-girl-in-gwinnett-county/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/lawrenceville-man-sentenced-to-three-life-terms-for-repeated-sexual-assault-of-young-girl-in-gwinnett-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sen. Jon Ossoff endorses Jen Jordan for Georgia Supreme Court, joining Vice President Harris and major groups]]></title><description><![CDATA[U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff has officially endorsed Jen Jordan in the upcoming Georgia Supreme Court election, scheduled for May 19.&nbsp;The endorsement from Ossoff, a prominent Democratic leader, builds on a wave of support for Jordan's campaign, which already includes former Vice President Kamala Harris and a diverse coalition of advocacy groups representing Georgians from across the state.Ossoff's endorsement adds to growing support for Jordan, joining former Vice President Harris and a broad co]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/sen-jon-ossoff-endorses-jen-jordan-for-georgia-supreme-court-joining-vice-president-harris-and-major-groups/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/sen-jon-ossoff-endorses-jen-jordan-for-georgia-supreme-court-joining-vice-president-harris-and-major-groups/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sports with Sam: Hawks look to counter Knicks, Atlanta United Gears up for U.S. Open Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[With Game 5 just hours away, the Atlanta Hawks aim to reclaim momentum against the Knicks after New York&rsquo;s defensive adjustments. Can Jalen Johnson break out and help Atlanta win on the road? Plus, Atlanta United returns to the pitch for a crucial U.S. Open Cup Round of 16 matchup with Charlotte.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/sports-with-sam-hawks-look-to-counter-knicks-atlanta-united-gears-up-for-us-open-cup/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/sports-with-sam-hawks-look-to-counter-knicks-atlanta-united-gears-up-for-us-open-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oprah surprises Morehouse seniors with heartfelt graduation visit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Morehouse College seniors were treated to an unforgettable pre-graduation dinner when Oprah Winfrey made a surprise appearance, celebrating the impact of the Oprah Winfrey Scholars Program. For nearly 40 years, Oprah has supported students at the Atlanta HBCU, helping scholars stay grounded and succeed both financially and personally.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/oprah-surprises-morehouse-seniors-with-heartfelt-graduation-visit/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/oprah-surprises-morehouse-seniors-with-heartfelt-graduation-visit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FBI investigates disappearance of Georgia truck driver near Orlando]]></title><description><![CDATA[Truck drivers across Georgia and Florida are on edge after Alejandro Gonzalez, a hauler of several vehicles, went missing from a truck stop outside Orlando. The FBI has launched an investigation, intensifying concerns within the trucking community about rising dangers on the road, including thefts and kidnappings.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/fbi-investigates-disappearance-of-georgia-truck-driver-near-orlando/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/fbi-investigates-disappearance-of-georgia-truck-driver-near-orlando/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gov. Kemp tours South Georgia wildfire damage as evacuations continue]]></title><description><![CDATA[With wildfires scorching over 32,000 acres near the Florida border, Governor Brian Kemp visited hard-hit South Georgia counties to assess the damage and support evacuees. Low humidity and drought have fueled the flames, forcing more than 100 residents to leave their homes. As Senator Raphael Warnock urges federal help, local volunteers have turned a UGA Extension office into a relief center for families in need.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gov-kemp-tours-south-georgia-wildfire-damage-as-evacuations-continue/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gov-kemp-tours-south-georgia-wildfire-damage-as-evacuations-continue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Clayton County unveils new fire headquarters and wellness clinic in Riverdale]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fire officials in Clayton County have opened a state-of-the-art headquarters and fire station in Riverdale, replacing their longtime facility on Highway 85. The new building features expanded operational space and a modern health and wellness clinic, offering firefighters quicker access to care and enabling them to better serve the community.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/clayton-county-unveils-new-fire-headquarters-and-wellness-clinic-in-riverdale/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/clayton-county-unveils-new-fire-headquarters-and-wellness-clinic-in-riverdale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Georgia Rep. David Scott to lie in state Friday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Congressman David Scott will lie in state at the Georgia Capitol Rotunda on Friday. Details on public viewing and funeral arrangements remain pending. Scott&rsquo;s passing last week leaves Georgia&rsquo;s 13th Congressional District temporarily unrepresented and triggers a special election to fill his seat for the remainder of the term.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/former-georgia-rep-david-scott-to-lie-in-state-friday/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/former-georgia-rep-david-scott-to-lie-in-state-friday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cobb County relocates 13 polling sites ahead of 2026 elections with no public comment]]></title><description><![CDATA[Voters in Cobb County will see major changes at the ballot box this year as the Board of Elections relocates 13 polling locations ahead of the May 19th primaries and the November midterms. Approved last night without public comment, the move aims to better match polling places with where residents live and boost voter turnout, officials say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/cobb-county-relocates-13-polling-sites-ahead-of-2026-elections-with-no-public-comment/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/cobb-county-relocates-13-polling-sites-ahead-of-2026-elections-with-no-public-comment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More rain on the way for Georgia in the next 24 hours]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tuesday morning's rain helped a bit with the drought, but there's more rain to come. It won't help reduce the average heat in the metro Atlanta area, however.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/more-rain-on-the-way-for-georgia-in-the-next-24-hours/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 23:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/more-rain-on-the-way-for-georgia-in-the-next-24-hours/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Health Watch: Ballet star Sara Mearns opens up about hearing loss and finding help]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nearly 30 million U.S. adults could benefit from hearing aids, but many wait years before seeking help. New York City Ballet principal dancer Sara Mearns shares her journey with hearing loss and how embracing hearing aids renewed her passion for dance and life.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/health-watch-ballet-star-sara-mearns-opens-up-about-hearing-loss-and-finding-help/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 23:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/health-watch-ballet-star-sara-mearns-opens-up-about-hearing-loss-and-finding-help/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks vs. Knicks: Atlanta faces pivotal Game 5 showdown in New York]]></title><description><![CDATA[As the series returns to Madison Square Garden tied 2-2, the Hawks look to bounce back after a tough Game 4 loss. Key players Jalen Johnson and Nickeil Alexander-Walker will need to step up for Atlanta to take the lead against the Knicks tonight.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/hawks-vs-knicks-atlanta-faces-pivotal-game-5-showdown-in-new-york/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 23:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/hawks-vs-knicks-atlanta-faces-pivotal-game-5-showdown-in-new-york/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North Georgia veterans find healing through fly fishing on the water]]></title><description><![CDATA[Project Healing Waters helps veterans adjust to life after service by building camaraderie and support through fly fishing. This year&rsquo;s event brought together 30 veterans, offering laughter, connection, and a renewed sense of belonging.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/north-georgia-veterans-find-healing-through-fly-fishing-on-the-water/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 23:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/north-georgia-veterans-find-healing-through-fly-fishing-on-the-water/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arson arrest in DeKalb, Kemp visits wildfires, Georgia early voting surges]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wasim Majeed faces arson charges in DeKalb County, Governor Kemp meets with first responders as South Georgia wildfires persist, and early voting turnout jumps 29% in Georgia&rsquo;s primary. Plus, King Charles makes historic address to Congress.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/arson-arrest-in-dekalb-kemp-visits-wildfires-georgia-early-voting-surges/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 23:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/arson-arrest-in-dekalb-kemp-visits-wildfires-georgia-early-voting-surges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta app lets users track and mirror trades of politicians, top investors]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new Atlanta-based investing app allows users to follow and replicate the stock trades of politicians and high-profile investors, aiming to make Wall Street strategies accessible to everyday people.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-app-lets-users-track-and-mirror-trades-of-politicians-top-investors/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 23:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-app-lets-users-track-and-mirror-trades-of-politicians-top-investors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CBS News Atlanta latest: Midtown Atlanta crashes spike, postal worker killed, and Morris Brown comeb]]></title><description><![CDATA[Get the latest trending news in the CBS News Atlanta app: Midtown Atlanta reports over 2,000 crashes last year, a speeding driver kills a DeKalb postal worker, a former Alabama football player admits to a $20M fraud scheme, and Morris Brown College celebrates full accreditation and growth.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/cbs-news-atlanta-latest-midtown-atlanta-crashes-spike-postal-worker-killed-and-morris-brown-comeb/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 23:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/cbs-news-atlanta-latest-midtown-atlanta-crashes-spike-postal-worker-killed-and-morris-brown-comeb/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fayette CARE Clinic closure impacts vulnerable patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[For 20 years the Fayette CARE Clinic in Fayetteville has operated in the underserved metro Atlanta area, but now its closure is leaving a gap for patients who depend on it.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/fayette-care-clinic-closure-impacts-vulnerable-patients/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 23:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/fayette-care-clinic-closure-impacts-vulnerable-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man charged with arson after 15 fires set near Clarkston Mosque, GSU Campus]]></title><description><![CDATA[DeKalb County officials arrest Waseem Majid for allegedly setting 15 fires overnight, including one behind a mosque in Clarkston. Investigators say the fires were intentionally set within a half-mile radius near Georgia State University&rsquo;s Clarkston campus. No injuries or structural damage reported.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/man-charged-with-arson-after-15-fires-set-near-clarkston-mosque-gsu-campus/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 23:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/man-charged-with-arson-after-15-fires-set-near-clarkston-mosque-gsu-campus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South Georgia wildfires still burning as containment efforts continue]]></title><description><![CDATA[Governor Kemp says wildfire containment has improved in South Georgia, but the Pineland and Highway 82 fires remain a serious threat. He praises the united response as crews and volunteers work tirelessly to protect homes and communities.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/south-georgia-wildfires-still-burning-as-containment-efforts-continue/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 23:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/south-georgia-wildfires-still-burning-as-containment-efforts-continue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia needs 20 inches of rain in 3 months to end drought, experts say]]></title><description><![CDATA[National Weather Service&rsquo;s Keith Stellman explains just how much rain Georgia needs to recover from ongoing drought conditions&mdash;and why the odds of seeing that historic rainfall are less than 10%.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-needs-20-inches-of-rain-in-3-months-to-end-drought-experts-say/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 23:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-needs-20-inches-of-rain-in-3-months-to-end-drought-experts-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta opens "Welcome to ATL Experience" vendor applications ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[As Atlanta prepares to host the global spotlight during the FIFA World Cup 2026, city leaders and business advocates are rolling out a major initiative designed to ensure local entrepreneurs don't just watch the economic boom&mdash;they participate in it.The "Welcome to ATL Experience," a citywide activation led by Showcase Atlanta and presented by DoorDash, officially opened vendor applications this week. The program will run from June 14 through July 15, aligning with Atlanta's eight World Cup]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-opens-welcome-to-atl-experience-vendor-applications-ahead-of-fifa-world-cup-2026/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 22:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-opens-welcome-to-atl-experience-vendor-applications-ahead-of-fifa-world-cup-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Midtown Atlanta crash report shows rising collisions in 2025, highlights safety concerns on key corridors]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new report examining traffic patterns in Midtown Atlanta is raising fresh concerns about safety on some of the city's busiest streets, even as officials point to infrastructure improvements that may be helping reduce risk over time.The analysis, conducted by Midtown Alliance, found that 2025 marked the highest number of reported crashes in the district since before the pandemic, with approximately 2,197 total incidents &mdash; including 436 involving injuries. &nbsp;That averages out to roughl]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/midtown-atlanta-crash-report-shows-rising-collisions-in-2025-highlights-safety-concerns-on-key-corridors/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 22:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/midtown-atlanta-crash-report-shows-rising-collisions-in-2025-highlights-safety-concerns-on-key-corridors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dream lock in Angel Reese with fourth-year option after blockbuster trade to Atlanta]]></title><description><![CDATA[Angel Reese hasn't played a game yet for Atlanta, but the Dream are already making a strong statement about what she means to the franchise.The team announced Monday it is exercising Reese's fourth-year option, locking in another season for the 23-year-old forward as part of its evolving core."It was an easy decision to pick up Angel's fourth-year option," Dream general manager Dan Padover said. "She's a key part of a core group we're excited to continue building around in Atlanta."The move come]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dream-lock-in-angel-reese-with-fourth-year-option-after-blockbuster-trade-to-atlanta/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 20:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dream-lock-in-angel-reese-with-fourth-year-option-after-blockbuster-trade-to-atlanta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta man sentenced to over 10 years for threatening women's clinic, shootout during armed robbery]]></title><description><![CDATA[An Atlanta man has been sentenced to over a decade in federal prison for threatening to shoot up a local women's clinic and an armed robbery that ended with bullets flying.Last October, 25-year-old Maximo Fitzhugh pled guilty to communicating interstate threats and discharging a firearm during a crime of violence for the two 2024 incidents.Prosecutors say the situation began on April 9, 2024, when Fitzhugh called an Atlanta woman's clinic and told the employees he was planning to "shoot the whol]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-man-sentenced-to-over-10-years-for-threatening-womens-clinic-shootout-during-armed-robbery/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 19:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-man-sentenced-to-over-10-years-for-threatening-womens-clinic-shootout-during-armed-robbery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gov. Kemp surveys South Georgia wildfire damage, says crews still facing long fight despite rainfall]]></title><description><![CDATA[A little bit of rain is helping, but officials say the fight against the South Georgia wildfires is far from over.State leaders gave an update Tuesday, outlining where things stand and what crews are up against as they continue working to contain multiple large fires burning across the region.Gov. Brian Kemp said conditions have improved in recent days, but warned the situation remains serious."We're definitely not out of the woods, but feeling a lot better," Kemp said. "We've got to stay vigila]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gov-kemp-surveys-south-georgia-wildfire-damage-says-crews-still-facing-long-fight-despite-rainfall/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 19:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gov-kemp-surveys-south-georgia-wildfire-damage-says-crews-still-facing-long-fight-despite-rainfall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Alabama player pleads guilty to fraud by impersonating Michael Penix Jr., other NFL players]]></title><description><![CDATA[A former University of Alabama football player has pleaded guilty to defrauding investors of millions of dollars in part by putting on makeup and wigs to impersonate Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. and other NFL players.Luther Davis, 37, entered guilty pleas in federal court in Atlanta to one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and one count of aggravated identity theft on Monday. CJ Evins, 29, who was accused of executing the scheme with Davis, also pleaded guilty to the two charges.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/ex-alabama-player-pleads-guilty-to-fraud-by-impersonating-michael-penix-jr-other-nfl-players/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 18:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/ex-alabama-player-pleads-guilty-to-fraud-by-impersonating-michael-penix-jr-other-nfl-players/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Morris Brown College earns accreditation reaffirmation through 2031 as enrollment and programs increase]]></title><description><![CDATA[Morris Brown College says it has reached another major milestone in its comeback.The Atlanta school announced it has received full accreditation reaffirmation for an additional five-year term through 2031 from the Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools. The group's board of trustees approved the decision April 27 during its annual meeting.Leaders at the college said the reaffirmation reflects continued progress in academics, operations, financial stability, enrollment growth]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/morris-brown-college-earns-accreditation-reaffirmation-through-2031-as-enrollment-and-programs-increase/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/morris-brown-college-earns-accreditation-reaffirmation-through-2031-as-enrollment-and-programs-increase/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suspect accused of setting 15 fires across DeKalb County charged with arson, officials say]]></title><description><![CDATA[A man accused of setting a series of fires in a DeKalb County neighborhood on Sunday night through Monday morning is now facing charges.Around 10:49 p.m. on Sunday, DeKalb County Fire Rescue says they received a 911 call about a grass fire near Memorial College Avenue. The number of calls quickly escalated, and crews spent the rest of the night battling 14 other fires within roughly a half-mile radius of the Clarkston campus of Georgia State University Perimeter College.At a press conference on]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/suspect-accused-of-setting-15-fires-across-dekalb-county-charged-with-arson-officials-say/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/suspect-accused-of-setting-15-fires-across-dekalb-county-charged-with-arson-officials-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia sees record-breaking voter turnout for 1st day of primary elections]]></title><description><![CDATA[Early voting&nbsp;is underway across Georgia in the midterm primary election, and the state is seeing a surge in turnout at the polls. The Georgia Secretary of State's office reports that the first day of early voting broke records in the Peach State for a midterm primary election. On Monday, 35,352 Georgians cast their ballots in person, an increase of 29% compared to the 2022 primary, which saw 27,298 voters cast ballots on its first day. Both are a massive jump from the 9,266 Georgians who vo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-sees-record-breaking-voter-turnout-for-1st-day-of-primary-elections/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-sees-record-breaking-voter-turnout-for-1st-day-of-primary-elections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cobb County changes 13 polling sites ahead of primary, general election, runoff voting days]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thirteen Cobb County polling locations are changing starting Tuesday, ahead of upcoming elections, election officials said, but voters are being told it will not affect early voting.Officials said the new locations will only be used on Election Day for the May primaries, any runoff elections, the November general election, and any runoff elections after that.The Cobb County Board of Elections unanimously approved all 13 changes during a special meeting Monday night, with no public comment.Electi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/cobb-county-changes-13-polling-sites-ahead-of-primary-general-election-runoff-voting-days/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 17:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/cobb-county-changes-13-polling-sites-ahead-of-primary-general-election-runoff-voting-days/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Once-promising Black Wall Street Market in Georgia closes, vendors criticize management and short notice]]></title><description><![CDATA[The New Black Wall Street Market in Stonecrest once held promise to be a thriving epicenter for Black business owners in DeKalb County.The market was located inside of what used to be a Target store, a facility at roughly 125,00 square-feet. It was described as being inspired by the history of "Black Wall Street" in Tulsa, OK.The market opened in the fall of 2021, with thousands of visitors and what would turn out to be a time period that reflected the peak of the market's popularity. That's acc]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/once-promising-black-wall-street-market-in-georgia-closes-vendors-criticize-management-and-short-notice/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/once-promising-black-wall-street-market-in-georgia-closes-vendors-criticize-management-and-short-notice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[USPS worker killed in DeKalb County crash after mail truck overturns in two-vehicle collision, police say]]></title><description><![CDATA[A postal worker has died after a crash in DeKalb County.&nbsp;DeKalb County Police said officers responded around 7:11 p.m. Monday to a two-vehicle crash at Larkspur Terrace and Iris Lane. Investigators said a passenger vehicle was turning from Iris Lane onto Larkspur Terrace when it struck the postal vehicle, causing it to overturn.The driver of the postal vehicle died at the scene, police said. No other injuries were reported.The DeKalb County Medical Examiner's Office has identified the victi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/usps-worker-killed-in-dekalb-county-crash-after-mail-truck-overturns-in-two-vehicle-collision-police-say/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/usps-worker-killed-in-dekalb-county-crash-after-mail-truck-overturns-in-two-vehicle-collision-police-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[USPS postal worker killed in DeKalb County crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[A postal worker has died after a crash in DeKalb County.&nbsp;Police say officers responded to an accident in the 3700 block of Larkspur Terrace Monday night. The crash happened around 9 p.m., though investigators have not released details about how it occurred.In a statement, the U.S. Postal Service confirmed the victim was one of its employees and expressed condolences to the worker's loved ones."The Postal Service is deeply saddened by the tragic loss of a postal family member," the agency sa]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/usps-postal-worker-killed-in-dekalb-county-crash/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/usps-postal-worker-killed-in-dekalb-county-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thunderstorms trigger ground stop, delays at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport]]></title><description><![CDATA[Flights into Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport are facing delays Tuesday morning as thunderstorms move through the region, prompting the Federal Aviation Administration to temporarily halt some incoming traffic.The FAA issued a ground stop affecting departures headed to Atlanta from major air traffic control centers across the country. That means flights leaving those airports cannot take off if they are bound for Atlanta until conditions improve.As of 8 a.m., departures to Atlant]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/thunderstorms-trigger-ground-stop-delays-at-hartsfield-jackson-atlanta-international-airport/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/thunderstorms-trigger-ground-stop-delays-at-hartsfield-jackson-atlanta-international-airport/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inside Atlanta's Apex Museum, Gen Z interns help bring history to life for a new generation]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Apex Museum, Atlanta's oldest African American museum, is buzzing with a new energy from a group of Gen Z interns.&nbsp;One of them is Kyler Hendricks, a Georgia State University student who spends her days suited in white gloves as she cleans, catalogs, and captures photos for the museum's digital archive.One of the standout exhibits where Hendricks works is the Yates and Milton drugstore, a replica of one of the first Black-owned pharmacies in Georgia. Originally located on Auburn Avenue,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/inside-atlantas-apex-museum-gen-z-interns-help-bring-history-to-life-for-a-new-generation/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/inside-atlantas-apex-museum-gen-z-interns-help-bring-history-to-life-for-a-new-generation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jam Master Jay death: Man pleads guilty to murder 2 decades later]]></title><description><![CDATA[A man has pleaded guilty to a charge of murder more than 20 years after the fatal ambush shooting of Run-DMC's Jam Master Jay. On Monday, Jay Bryant admitted his involvement in the deadly ambush shooting of famed DJ Jam Master Jay.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/jam-master-jay-death-man-pleads-guilty-to-murder-2-decades-later/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/jam-master-jay-death-man-pleads-guilty-to-murder-2-decades-later/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Interns help preserve Apex Museum history]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Apex Museum, Atlanta's oldest African American museum, is buzzing with a new energy from a group of Gen Z interns.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/interns-help-preserve-apex-museum-history/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/interns-help-preserve-apex-museum-history/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cobb County voting locations to change for 2026 elections]]></title><description><![CDATA[Over a dozen Cobb County polling locations are moving but election officials stress this does not impact early voting. CBS News Atlanta's Kaley Fedko breaks down the changes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/cobb-county-voting-locations-to-change-for-2026-elections/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/cobb-county-voting-locations-to-change-for-2026-elections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Veterans rediscover peace and purpose through fly fishing on Lake Lanier]]></title><description><![CDATA[Just after sunrise at Little Hall Park on Lake Lanier, a group of veterans gathered for a day on the water.&nbsp;They were part of Project Healing Waters, a program that uses fly fishing to help veterans adjust to life after service.For Navy veteran Jake Ciccone, the experience is about more than fishing.&nbsp;"I was in the Navy," Ciccone said. "I worked on ejection seats for F-18s. Long deployment, lots of time away. Best friends I've ever met in my life."Ciccone said many veterans miss the sen]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/veterans-rediscover-peace-and-purpose-through-fly-fishing-on-lake-lanier/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/veterans-rediscover-peace-and-purpose-through-fly-fishing-on-lake-lanier/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Veterans find healing through fly fishing on Lake Lanier]]></title><description><![CDATA[For many veterans, life after military service can bring a loss of structure, purpose and connection. But at Lake Lanier, a growing group is finding healing on the water. Through Project Healing Waters, veterans are using fly fishing not just as a hobby, but as a way to reconnect, slow down and support one another.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/veterans-find-healing-through-fly-fishing-on-lake-lanier/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/veterans-find-healing-through-fly-fishing-on-lake-lanier/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oprah makes surprise visit to Morehouse College]]></title><description><![CDATA[It was an early graduation gift for some Morehouse students who got a surprise visit from Oprah. Winfrey visited the Atlanta HBCU over the weekend during the students' pre-graduation dinner.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/oprah-makes-surprise-visit-to-morehouse-college/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/oprah-makes-surprise-visit-to-morehouse-college/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia weather forecast: Rain moves through metro Atlanta, stronger storms ahead]]></title><description><![CDATA[CBS News Atlanta NEXT Weather meteorologist Troy Bridges delivers the latest forecast for Tuesday, April 28, 2026.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-weather-forecast-rain-moves-through-metro-atlanta-stronger-storms-ahead/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-weather-forecast-rain-moves-through-metro-atlanta-stronger-storms-ahead/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia drought worsens: 8 months below average rainfall led to wildfires]]></title><description><![CDATA[A burn ban is now in place across 91 Georgia counties as months of little to no rainfall fuel extreme drought conditions, especially around metro Atlanta. CBS News Atlanta NEXT Weather meteorologist Jonathan Myers breaks down the alarming numbers, the link to La Ni&ntilde;a, and why wildfire concerns are growing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-drought-worsens-8-months-below-average-rainfall-led-to-wildfires/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-drought-worsens-8-months-below-average-rainfall-led-to-wildfires/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[11 Atlanta Public Schools earn state awards for academic excellence]]></title><description><![CDATA[Atlanta Public Schools is celebrating as 11 schools are honored by Georgia&rsquo;s accountability system for high performance and student growth over the past three years. Leaders praise students, teachers, and the community for their outstanding achievements.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/11-atlanta-public-schools-earn-state-awards-for-academic-excellence/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 05:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/11-atlanta-public-schools-earn-state-awards-for-academic-excellence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rain brings relief to Georgia as Midwest faces severe tornado outbreak]]></title><description><![CDATA[Next Weather&rsquo;s Orelon Sidney reports good news for Georgia with rain improving air quality and reducing fire risk, while the Midwest braces for damaging tornadoes and severe storms. Get your 360&deg; forecast update from the Next Weather Studio.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/rain-brings-relief-to-georgia-as-midwest-faces-severe-tornado-outbreak/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 05:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/rain-brings-relief-to-georgia-as-midwest-faces-severe-tornado-outbreak/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suspect arrested after 11 brush fires spark fear in DeKalb County]]></title><description><![CDATA[A suspect is in custody following a string of 11 brush fires that broke out overnight along Memorial College Avenue in DeKalb County. Residents describe a night of fear as flames threatened their community, but thankfully no injuries or property damage were reported.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/suspect-arrested-after-11-brush-fires-spark-fear-in-dekalb-county/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 05:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/suspect-arrested-after-11-brush-fires-spark-fear-in-dekalb-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Record wildfires devastate South Georgia: Homes lost as fires rage for second week]]></title><description><![CDATA[South Georgia faces historic destruction as record-breaking wildfires burn into a second week, fueled by drought and strong winds. CBS News&rsquo; Skyler Henry reports from Waynesville, where families like the Carters have lost everything and firefighters struggle to contain the relentless flames.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/record-wildfires-devastate-south-georgia-homes-lost-as-fires-rage-for-second-week/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 05:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/record-wildfires-devastate-south-georgia-homes-lost-as-fires-rage-for-second-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Black Wall Street Market in Stonecrest closes, leaving vendors scrambling]]></title><description><![CDATA[The New Black Wall Street Market, created as a haven for Black entrepreneurs in Stonecrest, is shutting down for good. Vendors share their struggles and frustrations as they pack up with little notice and search for new places to keep their businesses alive.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/new-black-wall-street-market-in-stonecrest-closes-leaving-vendors-scrambling/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 05:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/new-black-wall-street-market-in-stonecrest-closes-leaving-vendors-scrambling/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[One person killed in shooting at MARTA Oakland City bus loop, suspect in custody]]></title><description><![CDATA[One person is dead following a shooting at a MARTA transit hub in southwest Atlanta Monday evening, according to police.The Atlanta Police Department said officers responded to reports of shots fired around 6:06 p.m. at the Oakland City MARTA station bus loop.When officers arrived, they found one victim suffering from gunshot wounds. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene.Police say one suspect is now in custody. Authorities have not released the names of the victim or the suspect.Investiga]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/one-person-killed-in-shooting-at-marta-oakland-city-bus-loop-suspect-in-custody/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 04:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/one-person-killed-in-shooting-at-marta-oakland-city-bus-loop-suspect-in-custody/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Douglas County Fire Chief seeks kidney donor as genetic disease worsens, highlighting disparities for Black patients]]></title><description><![CDATA[Douglas County Fire Chief Miles Allen has spent decades answering emergency calls&mdash;now, he's making one of his own.At 57 years old, Allen wears many titles: firefighter, Air Force veteran, husband, and father. But today, he's also a patient fighting for his life."Tomorrow's not promised," Allen said. "But it's very important for me to be around for my family." &nbsp;After more than 20 years living in Douglas County &mdash; and stepping into the role of fire chief in 2023 &mdash; Allen is no]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/douglas-county-fire-chief-seeks-kidney-donor-as-genetic-disease-worsens-highlighting-disparities-for-black-patients/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 04:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/douglas-county-fire-chief-seeks-kidney-donor-as-genetic-disease-worsens-highlighting-disparities-for-black-patients/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Early voting now underway in Georgia's primary elections ahead of crucial upcoming races]]></title><description><![CDATA[From governor's races to county commissioners, Georgia voters face one of the most expansive primary ballots in years. &nbsp;Voters across the state will be choosing candidates at every level of government &mdash; races whose outcomes, large and small, could have major consequences for everyday life.At one of the early voting locations, the Southwest Arts Center in South Fulton, voters commented on the sheer volume of it all. One voter told CBS News Atlanta, "I printed out a sample ballot, and w]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/early-voting-now-underway-in-georgias-primary-elections-ahead-of-crucial-upcoming-races/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 03:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/early-voting-now-underway-in-georgias-primary-elections-ahead-of-crucial-upcoming-races/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rep. David Scott to lie in state at Georgia Capitol Rotunda Friday after death at 80]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia Governor Brian Kemp signed an executive order today designating that the late Congressman David Scott will lie in state at the Georgia State Capitol rotunda this Friday.&nbsp;The honor comes just days after Scott's passing at age 80, following his decades of service representing Georgia's 13th Congressional District, which include DeKalb and Gwinnett counties.Scott, remembered for his dedication to his constituents and his significant impact on Georgia politics, died Friday after a long]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/rep-david-scott-to-lie-in-state-at-georgia-capitol-rotunda-friday-after-death-at-80/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 01:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/rep-david-scott-to-lie-in-state-at-georgia-capitol-rotunda-friday-after-death-at-80/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angel Reese to face former team in Chicago Wednesday in Dream preseason game]]></title><description><![CDATA[When Angel Reese returns to Chicago on Wednesday for the Dream's first preseason game, it won't just be about basketball. It will be about revisiting a chapter of her early career shaped by adversity, achievement, frustration, growth, and everything in between.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/angel-reese-to-face-former-team-in-chicago-wednesday-in-dream-preseason-game/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 01:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/angel-reese-to-face-former-team-in-chicago-wednesday-in-dream-preseason-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sports with Sam: Hawks vs. Knicks series down to the wire; All-Star Angel Reese joins the Dream]]></title><description><![CDATA[What began as a best-of-seven battle is now a high-stakes best-of-three between the Hawks and Knicks. After a tough Game 4 loss, Atlanta heads back to Madison Square Garden for a crucial Game 5. Can the Hawks match New York's intensity and reclaim the series lead? Plus, excitement is building in Atlanta as the Dream look to make a championship push with All-Star Angel Reese joining the squad. Get the latest updates and analysis on Sports with Sam!]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/sports-with-sam-hawks-vs-knicks-series-down-to-the-wire-all-star-angel-reese-joins-the-dream/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 00:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/sports-with-sam-hawks-vs-knicks-series-down-to-the-wire-all-star-angel-reese-joins-the-dream/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rain chances popping up in Georgia throughout the week]]></title><description><![CDATA[The weekend's bit of rain could have been the start of more much-needed wet weather, with chances for storms through the rest of the week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/rain-chances-popping-up-in-georgia-throughout-the-week/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 00:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/rain-chances-popping-up-in-georgia-throughout-the-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eleven Atlanta Public Schools earn state honors]]></title><description><![CDATA[Atlanta Public Schools earned among the highest number of awards from Georgia's Single Statewide Accountability System, officials say.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/eleven-atlanta-public-schools-earn-state-honors/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 00:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/eleven-atlanta-public-schools-earn-state-honors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia fire chief searching for living kidney donor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Douglas County Fire Chief Miles Allen has limited time to live according to his doctors - that is unless he can find a living kidney donor in the next few months.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-fire-chief-searching-for-living-kidney-donor/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 23:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-fire-chief-searching-for-living-kidney-donor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Got "hangxiety?" What the condition is and how you can avoid it]]></title><description><![CDATA[A night of drinking may lead to feelings of sadness or anxiousness the day afterwards. Experts call those feelings "hangxiety."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/got-hangxiety-what-the-condition-is-and-how-you-can-avoid-it/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 23:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/got-hangxiety-what-the-condition-is-and-how-you-can-avoid-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting suspect charged with assassination attempt]]></title><description><![CDATA[The suspected gunman in the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner was charged Monday in federal court with three counts including attempting to assassinate President Trump.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/white-house-correspondents-dinner-shooting-suspect-charged-with-assassination-attempt/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 23:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/white-house-correspondents-dinner-shooting-suspect-charged-with-assassination-attempt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Are data centers driving up utility bill prices in Georgia?]]></title><description><![CDATA[A CBS News analysis found that Georgia Power, the largest energy provider in the state, imposed six rate hikes in the last three years. In that time, the Vogtle nuclear power plant went online and Georgia saw a boom in data centers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/are-data-centers-driving-up-utility-bill-prices-in-georgia/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 23:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/are-data-centers-driving-up-utility-bill-prices-in-georgia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arrest made after multiple fires in DeKalb County]]></title><description><![CDATA[A suspect is in custody in connection with a series of grass fires that officials believe were intentionally set in DeKalb County overnight.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/arrest-made-after-multiple-fires-in-dekalb-county/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 23:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/arrest-made-after-multiple-fires-in-dekalb-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Early voting in Georgia's primary elections underway]]></title><description><![CDATA[Voters across Georgia are choosing candidates in races at every level of government, and all of them could have an impact on everyday living in the state.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/early-voting-in-georgias-primary-elections-underway/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 23:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/early-voting-in-georgias-primary-elections-underway/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angel Reese excited to return to Chicago with Dream after injury, suspension and turbulent season with Sky]]></title><description><![CDATA[When Angel Reese returns to Chicago on Wednesday for the Dream's first preseason game, it won't just be about basketball. It will be about revisiting a chapter of her early career shaped by adversity, achievement, growth, and everything in between.Now with the Dream, Reese is set to face her former team for the first time since a turbulent 2025 season that ended with injuries, a suspension and the Sky missing the playoffs.But Reese isn't framing it as revenge."No, just another exciting opportuni]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/angel-reese-excited-to-return-to-chicago-with-dream-after-injury-suspension-and-turbulent-season-with-sky/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 22:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/angel-reese-excited-to-return-to-chicago-with-dream-after-injury-suspension-and-turbulent-season-with-sky/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Level 1 drought response declared for all of Georgia; officials urge water conservation]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Georgia Environmental Protection Division declared a Drought Response Level 1 for the entire state on Monday.With the declaration, all public water systems have been ordered to implement a public information campaign to "help citizens better understand drought, its impact on water supplies, and the need for water conservation."The agency says that the campaign must have at least a minimum notice about drought conditions and drought-specific announcements.The declaration does not set limits o]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/level-1-drought-response-declared-for-all-of-georgia-officials-urge-water-conservation/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 22:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/level-1-drought-response-declared-for-all-of-georgia-officials-urge-water-conservation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Passengers help woman give birth on board Delta flight from Atlanta to Portland]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Delta Air Lines flight from Atlanta to Portland last week had a special addition to its passenger list after a woman went into labor in the air.A spokesperson for the Atlanta-based airline said that Delta Flight 478 was just about 30 minutes from Portland International Airport on Friday night when the unexpected visitor gave the signal it wanted to be there for the landing.The flight attendants onboard sprang into action, aided by a doctor and two nurses who happened to be on board."It was a o]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/passengers-help-woman-give-birth-on-board-delta-flight-from-atlanta-to-portland/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/passengers-help-woman-give-birth-on-board-delta-flight-from-atlanta-to-portland/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suspect in custody after series of overnight fires across DeKalb County neighborhood, officials say]]></title><description><![CDATA[A suspect is in custody in connection with a series of grass fires that officials believe were intentionally set in DeKalb County overnight.DeKalb County Fire Rescue says they first received a call just before 8:30 p.m. on Sunday with reports of a grass fire around Memorial College Avenue.While crews were able to quickly extinguish that small grass fire, they say they had to respond to more than 11 other fires in the same area throughout the night and into the early morning.In each case, officia]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/suspect-in-custody-after-series-of-overnight-fires-across-dekalb-county-neighborhood-officials-say/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/suspect-in-custody-after-series-of-overnight-fires-across-dekalb-county-neighborhood-officials-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FBI searches for Cuban truck driver who vanished on Miami route after truck found in Georgia, vehicles missing]]></title><description><![CDATA[The FBI is asking for the public's help in locating a truck driver who disappeared during a recent vehicle transport from Georgia to South Florida, as investigators work to track down several missing vehicles tied to the case.According to&nbsp;the FBI's Tampa Field Office, Alejandro Jacomino Gonzalez, 41, was last heard from on Thursday, April 16, after picking up multiple vehicles from the Port of Brunswick in Georgia and heading south toward Miami for delivery. Authorities said Gonzalez stoppe]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/fbi-searches-for-cuban-truck-driver-who-vanished-on-miami-route-after-truck-found-in-georgia-vehicles-missing/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/fbi-searches-for-cuban-truck-driver-who-vanished-on-miami-route-after-truck-found-in-georgia-vehicles-missing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North Georgia couple arrested after dead dog found under sheet in backyard, officials say]]></title><description><![CDATA[A North Georgia couple is facing multiple charges as part of an investigation into the death of a dog.Officials say 33-year-old Andrew James Groncki and 23-year-old Megan Gibson of Rossville, Georgia, are charged with animal cruelty, the improper disposal of a dead animal, and failure to maintain responsibility for the control of rabies. Groncki is also charged with obstructing an animal control officer.According to Walker County authorities, the investigation began on March 16 when county anima]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/north-georgia-couple-arrested-after-dead-dog-found-under-sheet-in-backyard-officials-say/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/north-georgia-couple-arrested-after-dead-dog-found-under-sheet-in-backyard-officials-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South Georgia wildfires exceed 53,000 acres; containment remains limited despite rain]]></title><description><![CDATA[Firefighters are continuing to battle massive wildfires in southeast Georgia that have burned more than 53,000 acres, even as recent rainfall gave crews a temporary break to strengthen containment lines and protect homes.The Highway 82 fire is now estimated at 22,615 acres with 6% containment, according to a Monday morning update from fire officials and the Georgia Forestry Commission. The Pineland Rd Fire is now estimated at 32,331 acres and 10% contained.Rain brings brief relief, but fire is f]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/south-georgia-wildfires-exceed-53000-acres-containment-remains-limited-despite-rain/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/south-georgia-wildfires-exceed-53000-acres-containment-remains-limited-despite-rain/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta podcaster sentenced to federal prison for unemployment benefit fraud scheme]]></title><description><![CDATA[An Atlanta podcaster will spend years in federal prison after prosecutors say he stole nearly $3 million in unemployment benefits during the COVID-19 pandemic.Authorities say 36-year-old Jonathan Dupiton and his conspirators took part in a scheme that used the stolen identities of "hundreds of unwilling individuals."According to officials, Dupiton, whose motto was "F.R.A.U.D. is Dope" (an acronym for "Finally Rich After Unstoppable Determination"), organized the scheme while already in a halfway]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-podcaster-sentenced-to-federal-prison-for-unemployment-benefit-fraud-scheme/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-podcaster-sentenced-to-federal-prison-for-unemployment-benefit-fraud-scheme/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Paulding County man killed in boat crash on Lake Allatoona, officials say]]></title><description><![CDATA[A solo night boat ride on Lake Allatoona ended in a deadly tragedy last week, authorities say.Officials with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources say game wardens were called to Allatoona Landing in Bartow County around 9:30 p.m. on Friday after reports of a boating fatality.Investigators say initial reports said that a bass boat had hit a breakwater, which is a long wall usually built by the shore to reduce erosion.&nbsp;When they arrived at the lake, the game wardens found the boat alon]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/paulding-county-man-killed-in-boat-crash-on-lake-allatoona-officials-say/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/paulding-county-man-killed-in-boat-crash-on-lake-allatoona-officials-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Georgia police assistant chief arrested on theft, oath violation charges, GBI says]]></title><description><![CDATA[A former assistant police chief in Habersham County has been arrested and charged in connection with missing funds from a police evidence room, according to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation.Justin Ferguson, 41, of Clarkesville, was charged with felony theft by taking and violation of oath of office, the GBI said. Ferguson previously served as assistant chief of the Baldwin Police Department.The investigation began April 7, when the Baldwin Police Department asked the GBI to look into missing]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/former-georgia-police-assistant-chief-arrested-on-theft-oath-violation-charges-gbi-says/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/former-georgia-police-assistant-chief-arrested-on-theft-oath-violation-charges-gbi-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia 2026 primary election: Early voting begins with crowded ballot and wide-open governor's race]]></title><description><![CDATA[Early voting&nbsp;starts Monday in Georgia, and if you're headed to the polls, expect a ballot that is a little more complicated than usual.From local to state to federal offices, experts say doing a little homework ahead of time could save you confusion in the voting booth.This year's ballot covers a lot of ground. Voters will see races from local commission and school board seats to judicial contests, including Georgia Supreme Court and Court of Appeals races, which are nonpartisan.Some races]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-2026-primary-election-early-voting-begins-with-crowded-ballot-and-wide-open-governors-race/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-2026-primary-election-early-voting-begins-with-crowded-ballot-and-wide-open-governors-race/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former student returns to Decatur school to teach next generation]]></title><description><![CDATA[At an international school in Decatur, one student-teacher is preparing for a full-circle moment years in the making.&nbsp;Not long ago, Tayara Wallin-Damon walked the halls of the International Community School as a student. Now, she's back &mdash; working toward her future in the very place that helped shape it."To have gone to school here as a child, I feel like you just naturally learn so much just by being around such different people," said Wallin-Damon, now a student-teacher.Currently enr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/former-student-returns-to-decatur-school-to-teach-next-generation/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/former-student-returns-to-decatur-school-to-teach-next-generation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta artist from Gary, Indiana showcases larger than life Michael Jackson art]]></title><description><![CDATA[While fans came out in droves to view the new "Michael" movie, an Atlanta painter from Gary, Indiana, showcased his larger-than-life canvases at the Atlantic Station movie theater.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-artist-from-gary-indiana-showcases-larger-than-life-michael-jackson-art/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-artist-from-gary-indiana-showcases-larger-than-life-michael-jackson-art/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Decatur student returns to classroom as future teacher]]></title><description><![CDATA[At an international school in Decatur, one student-teacher is preparing for a full-circle moment years in the making.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/former-decatur-student-returns-to-classroom-as-future-teacher/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/former-decatur-student-returns-to-classroom-as-future-teacher/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Early voting begins for Georgia's primary elections]]></title><description><![CDATA[Early voting begins in Georgia's primary election. A lot of eyes are also on Georgia's race for governor. For the first time since 2018, there&rsquo;s no incumbent on the ballot and a crowded primary that could reshape the state&rsquo;s political landscape.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/early-voting-begins-for-georgias-primary-elections/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/early-voting-begins-for-georgias-primary-elections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kennesaw woman turns healing hobby into business, finding purpose through Kokedama plant art]]></title><description><![CDATA[A passion project has grown into an unexpected business for Neshia Byrdsong of Kennesaw. After a difficult stretch marked by divorce, job loss and becoming an empty nester, Byrdsong found peace in potting plants."We're going to take her out of her nursery pot, giving her a new place to grow roots, kokedama style," Byrdsong said.Kokedama, a centuries-old Japanese art form, involves removing a plant from its traditional container and hand-sculpting a self-contained home for its roots using soil an]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/kennesaw-woman-turns-healing-hobby-into-business-finding-purpose-through-kokedama-plant-art/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/kennesaw-woman-turns-healing-hobby-into-business-finding-purpose-through-kokedama-plant-art/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kennesaw woman turns plant therapy into thriving Kokedama business]]></title><description><![CDATA[What started as a way to cope with divorce, job loss, and becoming an empty nester has blossomed into a powerful new purpose for Neshia Byrdsong of Kennesaw. Through Kokedama, a centuries-old Japanese moss ball plant art, she found peace, creativity, and a fresh start.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/kennesaw-woman-turns-plant-therapy-into-thriving-kokedama-business/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/kennesaw-woman-turns-plant-therapy-into-thriving-kokedama-business/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rain returns to metro Atlanta: Wet commute, storm chances and wildfire relief ahead]]></title><description><![CDATA[After days of dry conditions and wildfire concerns across South Georgia, a storm system is finally bringing much-needed rain to metro Atlanta. CBS News Atlanta NEXT Weather meteorologist Troy Bridges says to expect wet roads for the morning commute as showers move in early, with a chance for a few stronger storms, mainly north and northwest of the city.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/rain-returns-to-metro-atlanta-wet-commute-storm-chances-and-wildfire-relief-ahead/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/rain-returns-to-metro-atlanta-wet-commute-storm-chances-and-wildfire-relief-ahead/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Red Cross opens third shelter as South Georgia wildfires grow]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Red Cross has opened a third shelter in South Georgia as wildfires continue to burn. It's in Jesup, about 30 miles north of the Highway 82 fire in Brantley County.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/red-cross-opens-third-shelter-as-south-georgia-wildfires-grow/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/red-cross-opens-third-shelter-as-south-georgia-wildfires-grow/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marietta ICE protest draws clashing views as activists decry detention expansion, others defend enforcement]]></title><description><![CDATA[A protest outside a grocery store in Marietta on Saturday brought together demonstrators and countering voices as part of a nationwide day of action opposing the expansion of immigration detention facilities.The event, held along Powder Springs Street, was one of more than 160 demonstrations across the country tied to the "Communities Not Cages" campaign &mdash; a coordinated effort by advocacy groups to push back against the expansion of detention centers operated by U.S. Immigration and Custom]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/marietta-ice-protest-draws-clashing-views-as-activists-decry-detention-expansion-others-defend-enforcement/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 02:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/marietta-ice-protest-draws-clashing-views-as-activists-decry-detention-expansion-others-defend-enforcement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[3 men arrested in Sandy Springs child predator sting, police say]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three men are facing serious charges after a child predator sting operation in Sandy Springs, according to the Sandy Springs Police Department.Police say the operation, carried out over several days, was designed to target individuals attempting to exploit minors. Investigators say the suspects traveled to Sandy Springs believing they were meeting a 15-year-old child to engage in sexual acts in exchange for money. Instead, they were met by officers and taken into custody. &nbsp;Authorities ident]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/3-men-arrested-in-sandy-springs-child-predator-sting-police-say/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 01:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/3-men-arrested-in-sandy-springs-child-predator-sting-police-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta church's "Environmental Justice Sunday" puts spotlight on health gaps in communities of color]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Auburn Avenue, where Atlanta's Black history runs deep, a Sunday service turned into a call for survival.At Big Bethel AME Church, faith leaders, activists, and residents gathered for "Environmental Justice Sunday," urging Atlanta to confront a stark reality: environmental inequality is shaping who gets to live healthier, longer lives. &nbsp;Timed with Earth Day weekend, the service reframed climate and environmental issues as both a moral and public health crisis &mdash; one disproportionate]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-churchs-environmental-justice-sunday-puts-spotlight-on-health-gaps-in-communities-of-color/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 23:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-churchs-environmental-justice-sunday-puts-spotlight-on-health-gaps-in-communities-of-color/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aaron Nola struggles, allows season-high 6 runs as Phillies lose to Braves in series finale]]></title><description><![CDATA[Chris Sale shut down the Phillies for the second time in nine days and won his 150th career game as the Atlanta Braves built an early lead and beat Philadelphia 6-2 on Sunday.Sale (5-1) threw six shutout innings, allowing just one hit and striking out a season-high nine. In his previous start on against the slumping Phillies on April 18, Sale gave up one run in seven innings.The Phillies, who snapped a 10-game losing streak Saturday, dropped to 0-10 against left-handed non-opener starters and fe]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/aaron-nola-struggles-allows-season-high-6-runs-as-phillies-lose-to-braves-in-series-finale/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 23:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/aaron-nola-struggles-allows-season-high-6-runs-as-phillies-lose-to-braves-in-series-finale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inman Park Festival returns to Atlanta, drawing crowds and celebrating community tradition]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Inman Park Festival returned this weekend, bringing thousands of people into one of Atlanta's most historic neighborhoods for a long-running celebration of community, culture, and connection.As vendors set up and organizers finalized preparations, the festival once again transformed Inman Park into a bustling hub of music, food, art, and activity&mdash;continuing a tradition that dates back more than five decades.Organizers say the event is about far more than just a weekend of entertainment]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/inman-park-festival-returns-to-atlanta-drawing-crowds-and-celebrating-community-tradition/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 21:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/inman-park-festival-returns-to-atlanta-drawing-crowds-and-celebrating-community-tradition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia’s strength shines through wildfire crisis: A community united]]></title><description><![CDATA[Amid historic wildfires, Georgia families and neighbors are coming together in remarkable ways&mdash;proving that resilience, compassion, and unity burn brighter than any fire. See how the Georgia spirit is helping communities endure and rebuild.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgias-strength-shines-through-wildfire-crisis-a-community-united/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 21:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgias-strength-shines-through-wildfire-crisis-a-community-united/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro Atlanta steps up as relief efforts expand for South Georgia wildfire victims]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wildfires continue to burn across parts of South Georgia. While they do, relief organizations are ramping up efforts to support families who have lost everything. &nbsp;The American Red Cross has deployed teams into some of the hardest-hit areas, including Brantley County. Entire communities have been impacted in that area by wildfires. Volunteers and workers from the Atlanta area are working to provide shelter, food, and emergency supplies.Officials said the situation is dire. "We have at least]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/metro-atlanta-steps-up-as-relief-efforts-expand-for-south-georgia-wildfire-victims/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 21:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/metro-atlanta-steps-up-as-relief-efforts-expand-for-south-georgia-wildfire-victims/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Much-needed rain arrives for Atlanta: Your NEXT Weather Forecast]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rain is finally returning to Atlanta and North Georgia&mdash;just in time to help our drought. Next Weather Meteorologist Orelon Sidney explains when showers will arrive, how much rain to expect, and how it could impact temperatures through next week. Plus, a look at severe weather risks in the region and nationwide.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/much-needed-rain-arrives-for-atlanta-your-next-weather-forecast/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 21:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/much-needed-rain-arrives-for-atlanta-your-next-weather-forecast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Deadly Southeast Atlanta crash after police chase on Boulevard]]></title><description><![CDATA[A police pursuit in Southeast Atlanta ended in tragedy when a car crashed into a power pole, caught fire, and left one person dead and another with life-threatening injuries. Authorities say the chase began as officers attempted a traffic stop. Here&rsquo;s what we know about the incident and ongoing concerns in the area.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/deadly-southeast-atlanta-crash-after-police-chase-on-boulevard/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 21:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/deadly-southeast-atlanta-crash-after-police-chase-on-boulevard/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gwinnett families meet new Superintendent at 1st Town Hall]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dr. Alexandra Estrella kicked off her first of five countywide town halls at Discovery High School, giving Gwinnett County families a chance to ask questions and share priorities with the district&rsquo;s new leader. Hear what&rsquo;s next for Georgia&rsquo;s largest school district as Dr. Estrella begins her tenure.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gwinnett-families-meet-new-superintendent-at-1st-town-hall/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 21:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gwinnett-families-meet-new-superintendent-at-1st-town-hall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Georgia lawmaker sentenced for COVID-19 unemployment fraud]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ex-Rep. Karen Bennett must serve time and repay over $14,000 after admitting she falsely claimed pandemic unemployment benefits. Federal prosecutors say Bennett misrepresented her income while serving in the Georgia General Assembly. Here&rsquo;s how investigators uncovered the fraud and what her sentence means.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/former-georgia-lawmaker-sentenced-for-covid-19-unemployment-fraud/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 21:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/former-georgia-lawmaker-sentenced-for-covid-19-unemployment-fraud/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro Atlanta organizations rally for wildfire victims]]></title><description><![CDATA[As 15 new wildfires continue to devastate Southeast Georgia, metro Atlanta organizations and volunteers are stepping up to support families who&rsquo;ve lost everything. Hear from the Red Cross and Salvation Army on the front lines, learn what&rsquo;s needed most, and get tips for making sure your donations go directly to those impacted&mdash;not scammers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/metro-atlanta-organizations-rally-for-wildfire-victims/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 20:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/metro-atlanta-organizations-rally-for-wildfire-victims/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Knicks use fast start, Karl Anthony Towns' triple-double to defeat Hawks 114-98 in Game 4]]></title><description><![CDATA[The New York Knicks took control early and never let go Saturday, riding a balanced performance and a triple-double from Karl-Anthony Towns to beat the Atlanta Hawks 114-98 in Game 4.Towns finished with 20 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists, controlling the game inside, facilitating the offense and anchoring a Knicks team that looked comfortable from start to finish. OG Anunoby led all scorers with 22 points and added 10 rebounds, while Jalen Brunson chipped in 19 points, including three 3-point]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/knicks-use-fast-start-karl-anthony-towns-triple-double-to-defeat-hawks-114-98-in-game-4/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 03:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/knicks-use-fast-start-karl-anthony-towns-triple-double-to-defeat-hawks-114-98-in-game-4/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CJ McCollum's dad speaks on son's leadership role with the Atlanta Hawks]]></title><description><![CDATA[C.J. McCollum may be considered a villain to New York Knicks fans after his second game-winning shot at State Farm Arena Thursday night, but the 34-year-old vet says he's just a family man. CBS News Atlanta caught up with C.J.'s dad before Game 3 to talk about the leadership role his son has taken on with the Hawks' young squad.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/cj-mccollums-dad-speaks-on-sons-leadership-role-with-the-atlanta-hawks/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 00:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/cj-mccollums-dad-speaks-on-sons-leadership-role-with-the-atlanta-hawks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thousands expected to join in Inman Park Festival fun]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Inman Park Festival brings crowds to one of Atlanta's most historic neighborhoods and helps homeowners reinvest in their community.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/thousands-expected-to-join-in-inman-park-festival-fun/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 00:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/thousands-expected-to-join-in-inman-park-festival-fun/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dunwoody teen in ICE custody fighting to stay in the U.S., attorney says]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Dunwoody teenager is in ICE custody following a traffic stop at the end of March. &nbsp;Officials with the Dunwoody Police Department said they arrested 18-year-old Axel Gerardo Archaga Rios after he ran a stop sign and was driving without a valid license. Rios' attorney, Alexandros Cornejo, said they are optimistic about his case, but they're also being realistic about the possible outcome. Cornejo said they are late in the game since a final order of removal was issued for both Rios and his]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dunwoody-teen-in-ice-custody-fighting-to-stay-in-the-us-attorney-says/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 00:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dunwoody-teen-in-ice-custody-fighting-to-stay-in-the-us-attorney-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro Atlanta teen in ICE detention for weeks after traffic stop]]></title><description><![CDATA[Axel Gerardo Archaga Rios has been in ICE custody since March 29 after he was arrested following a traffic stop.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/metro-atlanta-teen-in-ice-detention-for-weeks-after-traffic-stop/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 00:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/metro-atlanta-teen-in-ice-detention-for-weeks-after-traffic-stop/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro Atlanta retreat space on wheels helps sexual abuse survivors heal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Before every appointment in the Teal Mobile, its curator, Jeremiah "Bowtie" Woods, gives it a fresh spritz of its signature scent: the conscentual spray. With hints of the beach and fresh linens, he says it has to smell just right so survivors get the most out of the experience. "We wanted to combine all of those things to help release dopamine and fight against cortisol. Because we don't want people to feel stressed out," Woods said. Woods created the Teal Mobile, an on-the-go retreat space, th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/metro-atlanta-retreat-space-on-wheels-helps-sexual-abuse-survivors-heal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 23:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/metro-atlanta-retreat-space-on-wheels-helps-sexual-abuse-survivors-heal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mobile retreat gives sexual abuse survivors a place to recenter]]></title><description><![CDATA[Conyers' Teal Mobile is an on-the-go retreat experience bringing therapy and wellness to sexual abuse survivors.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/mobile-retreat-gives-sexual-abuse-survivors-a-place-to-recenter/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 23:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/mobile-retreat-gives-sexual-abuse-survivors-a-place-to-recenter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ten healthy habits that can help support brain health]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alzheimer's and other dementias remain incurable, but there are ways to reduce your risk of developing the disease.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/ten-healthy-habits-that-can-help-support-brain-health/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 23:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/ten-healthy-habits-that-can-help-support-brain-health/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Much-needed rain coming to parts of Georgia this weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the first time in a while, a front will bring some rain to Georgia, and more rain is on the way next week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/much-needed-rain-coming-to-parts-of-georgia-this-weekend/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 23:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/much-needed-rain-coming-to-parts-of-georgia-this-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Falcons prepare for night two of NFL Draft]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Falcons didn't have a first-round draft pick in this year's NFL draft, which means that the team's is looking to make an impact in the second round.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-falcons-prepare-for-night-two-of-nfl-draft/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 23:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-falcons-prepare-for-night-two-of-nfl-draft/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Massive wildfires remain uncontained in South Georgia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gov. Brian Kemp say the two fires that continue burning in South Georgia are the most dangerous currently in the United States. For the first time, authorities say they believe they know what started the blazes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/massive-wildfires-remain-uncontained-in-south-georgia/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 23:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/massive-wildfires-remain-uncontained-in-south-georgia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro Atlanta woman sentenced to life in prison for killing of her mother's boyfriend]]></title><description><![CDATA[A metro Atlanta woman has been sentenced to life in prison for the murder of her mother's boyfriend while they were both in a moving car, officials say.On Thursday, a jury found 31-year-old Quenisha Poole guilty of felony murder, aggravated assault, and other charges in the death of 45-year-old Erick Smith.According to authorities, Smith was dropped off at the Emory Hillandale Hospital emergency room with a gunshot wound to his neck on Jan. 12, 2024. Three days later, he died from his injuries.U]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/metro-atlanta-woman-sentenced-to-life-in-prison-for-killing-of-her-mothers-boyfriend/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 22:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/metro-atlanta-woman-sentenced-to-life-in-prison-for-killing-of-her-mothers-boyfriend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South Georgia wildfires most dangerous in the United States, over 38,000 acres burned, Gov. Kemp says]]></title><description><![CDATA[A pair of fast-moving wildfires in South Georgia has destroyed more than 120 homes, forced evacuations, and officials warn that shifting winds could push flames into new areas as crews continue working to contain the flames.At a press conference after surveying the damage, Gov. Brian Kemp said that federal authorities have determined the Highway 82 in Brantley County and the Pineland Road Fire in Clinch County are currently the "two most dangerous, biggest, problematic fires anywhere in the Unit]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/south-georgia-wildfires-most-dangerous-in-the-united-states-over-38000-acres-burned-gov-kemp-says/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 20:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/south-georgia-wildfires-most-dangerous-in-the-united-states-over-38000-acres-burned-gov-kemp-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Grand jury indicts man for murder in shooting of Gwinnett County police officer]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Gwinnett County grand jury has indicted a DeKalb County man on multiple murder charges and more for the killing of a Gwinnett County police officer at a hotel.Prosecutors say 35-year-old Kevin Andrews Jr. is now facing charges of malice murder, felony murder, two counts of aggravated assault, three counts of unlawful criminal gang activity, identity fraud, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, and possession of a firearm by a felon during the commission of a crime in the shooting of 25]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/grand-jury-indicts-man-for-murder-in-shooting-of-gwinnett-county-police-officer/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 19:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/grand-jury-indicts-man-for-murder-in-shooting-of-gwinnett-county-police-officer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Strong winds, storm chances rise as smoke from South Georgia fires drifts north]]></title><description><![CDATA[CBS News NEXT Weather meteorologist Troy Bridges delivers the latest forecast for Friday, April 24.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/strong-winds-storm-chances-rise-as-smoke-from-south-georgia-fires-drifts-north/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 18:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/strong-winds-storm-chances-rise-as-smoke-from-south-georgia-fires-drifts-north/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South Georgia wildfire destroys at least 90 homes, forcing evacutations and curfew as winds impact spread]]></title><description><![CDATA[A fast-moving wildfire in South Georgia has destroyed homes, forced evacuations, and officials warn that shifting winds could push flames into new areas as crews continue working to contain the blaze.The Georgia Forestry Commission confirmed Friday that the Brantley County fire has now destroyed 90 homes, three more than previously reported. Officials said the fire remains about 15% contained but continues to change rapidly based on wind conditions and dry weather."Official estimates for fire si]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/south-georgia-wildfire-destroys-at-least-90-homes-forcing-evacutations-and-curfew-as-winds-impact-spread/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 18:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/south-georgia-wildfire-destroys-at-least-90-homes-forcing-evacutations-and-curfew-as-winds-impact-spread/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia income tax rebate: Everything you need to know about your refund]]></title><description><![CDATA[You've filed your 2025 state income taxes, paid off anything that you might have owed, and now there's one last thing to do: wait for your surplus tax refund.In March, Gov. Brian Kemp signed his final amended state budget, which included a new surplus tax refund for most Georgians.The rebates would amount to $250 for single filers and $500 for married couples and families. Kemp pushed for one last round of rebates during his State of the State address in January."We must continue doing everythin]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-income-tax-rebate-everything-you-need-to-know-about-your-refund/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-income-tax-rebate-everything-you-need-to-know-about-your-refund/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teenager charged in deadly 2025 double shooting in southwest Atlanta, police say]]></title><description><![CDATA[A teen in custody in the Fulton County Jail has now been charged in a deadly 2025 double shooting in southwest Atlanta, police say.Authorities say 17-year-old Terry Hill was already in jail facing aggravated assault and battery charges for an unrelated incident.According to investigators, the new charges come from an incident on Nov. 23, 2025. That morning, officers were called to the 1900 block of Campbellton Road SW after hearing reports of a person shot.At the scene, officers found a man in t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/teenager-charged-in-deadly-2025-double-shooting-in-southwest-atlanta-police-say/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/teenager-charged-in-deadly-2025-double-shooting-in-southwest-atlanta-police-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gov. Kemp orders flags lowered to half-staff to honor life of Rep. David Scott]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gov. Brian Kemp has ordered flags on all Georgia state buildings and grounds to be lowered to honor the life and legacy of U.S. Rep. David Scott following the longtime lawmaker's death this week.The governor signed the order on Thursday, ensuring that the state and U.S. flag will be flown at half-staff beginning immediately through sunset on the day of Scott's interment.Scott, a Democrat who represented parts of metro Atlanta for more than two decades, died earlier this week at the age of 80.In]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gov-kemp-orders-flags-lowered-to-half-staff-to-honor-life-of-rep-david-scott/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gov-kemp-orders-flags-lowered-to-half-staff-to-honor-life-of-rep-david-scott/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Georgia House Rep. Karen Bennett sentenced to time served, ordered to pay $13,000 in COVID unemployment fraud case]]></title><description><![CDATA[A former Georgia lawmaker has been sentenced after admitting she falsely claimed COVID-19 unemployment benefits during the pandemic, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Northern District of Georgia.Karen Bennett, 70, was sentenced to time served, fined $1,000, ordered to pay a $100 special assessment, and must repay $13,940 in restitution, officials said. Prosecutors did not seek supervised release or additional prison time in the case.Bennett was a former member of the Georgia House]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/former-georgia-house-rep-karen-bennett-sentenced-to-time-served-ordered-to-pay-13000-in-covid-unemployment-fraud-case/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 15:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/former-georgia-house-rep-karen-bennett-sentenced-to-time-served-ordered-to-pay-13000-in-covid-unemployment-fraud-case/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two hospitalized after car crashes into power pole, bursts into flames in southeast Atlanta]]></title><description><![CDATA[A fiery crash in southeast Atlanta left two people hurt and a car badly burned, but firefighters say it could have been much worse.According to Atlanta Fire Rescue, crews were called to the 900 block of Boulevard SE and arrived to find a car engulfed in flames after crashing into a power pole. Battalion Chief Matt Driver said the fire was intense when crews got there, with flames shooting from the vehicle and a nearby home at risk.Firefighters quickly put out the blaze before it could spread to]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/two-hospitalized-after-car-crashes-into-power-pole-bursts-into-flames-in-southeast-atlanta/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 14:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/two-hospitalized-after-car-crashes-into-power-pole-bursts-into-flames-in-southeast-atlanta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Film Festival marks 50 years, brings films, stars and economic impact to the city]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Film Festival is celebrating a major milestone this year, marking 50 years as one of the city's longest-running cultural events.Opening night brought out some familiar faces.&nbsp;Rapper T.I. and producer Drumma Boy attended a screening of "The Birth of Trap Music," while actor O'Shea Jackson Jr., the son of Ice Cube, showed support for the film "Idiots."&nbsp;The 50th annual festival kicked off Thursday and runs through May 3 at venues across the city, including the Plaza Theatre an]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-film-festival-marks-50-years-brings-films-stars-and-economic-impact-to-the-city/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-film-festival-marks-50-years-brings-films-stars-and-economic-impact-to-the-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Film Festival turns 50: T.I., O’Shea Jackson Jr. kick off star-studded opening night]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Film Festival is celebrating a major milestone this year, marking 50 years as one of the city&rsquo;s longest-running cultural events.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-film-festival-turns-50-ti-oshea-jackson-jr-kick-off-star-studded-opening-night/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-film-festival-turns-50-ti-oshea-jackson-jr-kick-off-star-studded-opening-night/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Much-needed rain returns to Georgia]]></title><description><![CDATA[A major shift in Georgia&rsquo;s weather is here! NEXT Weather Meteorologist Orelon Sidney breaks down when and where rain will fall this weekend and into next week, how much we can expect, the impact on drought conditions, and what to watch for with possible thunderstorms.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/much-needed-rain-returns-to-georgia/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/much-needed-rain-returns-to-georgia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wildfire in South Georgia destroys homes while smoke moves into metro Atlanta air]]></title><description><![CDATA[A wildfire burning in South Georgia is growing more dangerous.&nbsp;It is destroying homes, forcing evacuations, and now affecting air quality in metro Atlanta. Officials said the fire has already scorched close to 100 homes across parts of Clinch and Brantley counties, and conditions are expected to worsen before they improve. The flames have also burned more than 5,000 acres of land.Now, thick smoke from that fire is drifting north reaching metro Atlanta and lowering air quality across the reg]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/wildfire-in-south-georgia-destroys-homes-while-smoke-moves-into-metro-atlanta-air/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/wildfire-in-south-georgia-destroys-homes-while-smoke-moves-into-metro-atlanta-air/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks fans celebrate electric playoff win over Knicks at State Farm Arena]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hawks fans erupted in excitement after Atlanta&rsquo;s nail-biting 109-108 victory over the Knicks in Game 3. From tense moments to pure joy, supporters shared their reactions outside State Farm Arena as the team takes a 2-1 series lead. With ticket prices soaring for Game 4, the playoff buzz in Atlanta is stronger than ever.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/hawks-fans-celebrate-electric-playoff-win-over-knicks-at-state-farm-arena/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/hawks-fans-celebrate-electric-playoff-win-over-knicks-at-state-farm-arena/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Metro Atlanta on alert: Wildfire smoke and drought raise new dangers]]></title><description><![CDATA[As wildfires rage in South Georgia, Bartow County crews are monitoring local drought conditions and fire risk. Smoke from these blazes is drifting into Metro Atlanta, worsening air quality and heightening fears that a small spark could trigger a major emergency. Officials urge residents to prepare now and protect their homes as communities rally to support those already affected.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/metro-atlanta-on-alert-wildfire-smoke-and-drought-raise-new-dangers/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/metro-atlanta-on-alert-wildfire-smoke-and-drought-raise-new-dangers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Statewide burn ban: Georgia officials crack down as wildfires spread]]></title><description><![CDATA[In response to catastrophic wildfire losses, Georgia has issued its first-ever mandatory outdoor burning ban for 91 counties. Several metro counties have added their own restrictions, prohibiting yard debris burning, campfires, and all open flames. Officials hope these measures will help prevent further devastation as firefighters battle blazes across the state.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/statewide-burn-ban-georgia-officials-crack-down-as-wildfires-spread/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/statewide-burn-ban-georgia-officials-crack-down-as-wildfires-spread/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South Georgia wildfires rage: dozens of homes lost, emergency intensifies]]></title><description><![CDATA[More than half of Georgia remains under a mandatory burn ban as wildfires devastate Clinch and Brantley counties. With containment efforts hampered by hot, dry conditions, over 80 homes have been destroyed and families are left reeling. Governor Kemp is set to visit the front lines tomorrow as firefighters battle to stop the flames from spreading. CBS&rsquo;s Mark Strassmann reports from Waynesville, sharing the stories of residents facing unimaginable loss.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/south-georgia-wildfires-rage-dozens-of-homes-lost-emergency-intensifies/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/south-georgia-wildfires-rage-dozens-of-homes-lost-emergency-intensifies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Giant pandas returning to Zoo Atlanta under new conservation agreement with China]]></title><description><![CDATA[Giant pandas are officially returning to Zoo Atlanta, marking a new chapter in a decades-long international conservation partnership.Zoo officials announced a new International Cooperative Research Agreement with the China Wildlife Conservation Association, paving the way for two pandas&mdash;male Ping Ping and female Fu Shuang&mdash;to make their future home in Atlanta. Both pandas were born at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding in China. &nbsp;"Zoo Atlanta is delighted and honor]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/giant-pandas-returning-to-zoo-atlanta-under-new-conservation-agreement-with-china/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 02:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/giant-pandas-returning-to-zoo-atlanta-under-new-conservation-agreement-with-china/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sports with Sam: Hawks and Knicks bring the heat in game 3 showdown at State Farm Arena]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sam Crenshaw goes live from State Farm Arena as the Atlanta Hawks and New York Knicks clash in a pivotal Game 3 with the series tied 1-1. Feel the electric energy, spot NBA legends in the crowd, and hear what it&rsquo;ll take for the Hawks to pull ahead in this high-stakes matchup!]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/sports-with-sam-hawks-and-knicks-bring-the-heat-in-game-3-showdown-at-state-farm-arena/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/sports-with-sam-hawks-and-knicks-bring-the-heat-in-game-3-showdown-at-state-farm-arena/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inside State Farm Arena: Chef Garvin’s must-try eats for Hawks vs. Knicks]]></title><description><![CDATA[As the Atlanta Hawks gear up for a pivotal Game Three against the Knicks, State Farm Arena&rsquo;s acclaimed Chef Garvin gives us an exclusive taste of the mouthwatering dishes fans can enjoy tonight&mdash;including his signature chicken fried ribs and tangy barbecue sauce.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/inside-state-farm-arena-chef-garvins-must-try-eats-for-hawks-vs-knicks/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/inside-state-farm-arena-chef-garvins-must-try-eats-for-hawks-vs-knicks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stone Mountain officials considering ordinance restricting "urban camping" in public spaces]]></title><description><![CDATA[A proposed ordinance in Stone Mountain could change how long people can stay on public property and is raising questions about how it could impact people who are unhoused.The proposed ordinance would define what constitutes camping and set limits on how public property can be used. One provision would prohibit someone from remaining in one place on city property for more than 60 minutes without authorization.The proposal also outlines enforcement, starting with warnings before potential fines or]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/stone-mountain-officials-considering-ordinance-restricting-urban-camping-in-public-spaces/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/stone-mountain-officials-considering-ordinance-restricting-urban-camping-in-public-spaces/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stone Mountain officials consider "urban camping" proposal]]></title><description><![CDATA[A proposed ordinance in Stone Mountain could change how long people can stay on public property and is raising questions about how it could impact people who are unhoused.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/stone-mountain-officials-consider-urban-camping-proposal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/stone-mountain-officials-consider-urban-camping-proposal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia AG indicts three in alleged arson targeting "Cop City" contractor as legal crackdown deepens]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia's escalating legal campaign tied to protests over the Atlanta Public Safety Training Center &mdash; widely known as "Cop City" &mdash; entered a new phase this week, as Chris Carr announced indictments against three out-of-state defendants accused of carrying out a targeted arson attack on a construction contractor.According to the Attorney General's office, the defendants are accused of throwing incendiary devices at a Brasfield &amp; Gorrie facility in Cobb County in May 2022, damaging]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-ag-indicts-three-in-alleged-arson-targeting-cop-city-contractor-as-legal-crackdown-deepens/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 23:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-ag-indicts-three-in-alleged-arson-targeting-cop-city-contractor-as-legal-crackdown-deepens/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Health Watch: How “men’s sheds” are fighting loneliness for seniors]]></title><description><![CDATA[Loneliness is a rising health risk for older Americans, but innovative spaces like the &ldquo;Men&rsquo;s Shed&rdquo; in Weybridge offer hope. CBS&rsquo;s Tina Kraus shows how these community workshops are helping seniors build friendships, purpose, and better mental health&mdash;one project at a time.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/health-watch-how-mens-sheds-are-fighting-loneliness-for-seniors/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 23:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/health-watch-how-mens-sheds-are-fighting-loneliness-for-seniors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tips for protecting your pet against pollen and smoke]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pollen and smoke aren't just threats to people. Your pets are at risk too. CBS News Atlanta spoke to a veterinarian about the signs of distress and how to lower the risk of both hazards for your pets.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/tips-for-protecting-your-pet-against-pollen-and-smoke/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 23:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/tips-for-protecting-your-pet-against-pollen-and-smoke/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta makes its bid to host 2028 Democratic National Convention]]></title><description><![CDATA[As Atlanta prepares for the arrival of the FIFA World Cup, it's already vying to become the home of another high-profile event. Atlanta is on the short list of possible host cities for the Democratic National Convention in 2028. That list includes Boston, Chicago, Denver, and Philadelphia. If the Democratic National Committee picks Atlanta to host in 2028, it will be exactly 40 years since the last time the party held its convention in Atlanta. Former U.N. Ambassador Andrew Young was the mayor o]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-makes-its-bid-to-host-2028-democratic-national-convention/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 23:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-makes-its-bid-to-host-2028-democratic-national-convention/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nearly half of U.S. kids breathe unhealthy air, new report warns]]></title><description><![CDATA[A staggering 33.5 million children in the U.S. live in areas with failing air quality, putting them at greater risk for asthma, lung diseases, and other health problems, according to a new report. Air pollution is now the second leading cause of death in children worldwide, with experts highlighting the increased vulnerability of young, developing lungs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/nearly-half-of-us-kids-breathe-unhealthy-air-new-report-warns/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 23:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/nearly-half-of-us-kids-breathe-unhealthy-air-new-report-warns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Air quality improving across Georgia, but fire risks are sticking around]]></title><description><![CDATA[The good news is things are a bit clearer than it was on Wednesday. The better news is that some rain will bring us some relief this weekend.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/air-quality-improving-across-georgia-but-fire-risks-are-sticking-around/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 23:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/air-quality-improving-across-georgia-but-fire-risks-are-sticking-around/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fans eager to cheer on Hawks in Game 3 against Knicks]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Hawks and the New York Knicks are in a 1-1 series tie in the Eastern Conference first round, and fans are excited for Thursday night's Game 3.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/fans-eager-to-cheer-on-hawks-in-game-3-against-knicks/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 23:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/fans-eager-to-cheer-on-hawks-in-game-3-against-knicks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta makes pitch to host the 2028 Democratic National Convention]]></title><description><![CDATA[If the Democratic National Committee picks Atlanta to host in 2028, it will be exactly 40 years since the last time the party held its convention in Atlanta.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-makes-pitch-to-host-the-2028-democratic-national-convention/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 23:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-makes-pitch-to-host-the-2028-democratic-national-convention/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Falcons' Pearce Jr. enters pretrial program to resolve 3 felonies]]></title><description><![CDATA[Atlanta Falcons edge rusher James Pearce Jr. has agreed to enter a pretrial intervention program, which his attorneys say will allow him to resolve 3 felony charges stemming from what police called a domestic dispute on Feb. 7 in South Florida with his ex-girlfriend Rickea Jackson, a WNBA player.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/falcons-pearce-jr-enters-pretrial-program-to-resolve-3-felonies/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 23:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/falcons-pearce-jr-enters-pretrial-program-to-resolve-3-felonies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia wildfires destroy dozens of homes as crews battle growing blazes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Devastating wildfires in southern Georgia have destroyed over 50 homes, forcing evacuations as crews race to contain two major blazes fueled by drought and strong winds. Governor Brian Kemp will tour the damage, while officials warn that risks remain high despite help from FEMA and incoming rain.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-wildfires-destroy-dozens-of-homes-as-crews-battle-growing-blazes/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 23:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-wildfires-destroy-dozens-of-homes-as-crews-battle-growing-blazes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gov. Kemp to survey Georgia wildfire response as flames continue to spread. See where they're all burning on our interactive map.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Smoke has filled the air across parts of the Peach State this week as wildfires continue to burn out of control&nbsp;in southern Georgia, forcing evacuations and destroying homes.According to the Georgia Forestry Commission, crews responded to 34 new wildfires Wednesday that burned about 75 acres statewide. But officials say the biggest concern remains two large, active fires that have already scorched tens of thousands of acres.The Pineland Road Fire in Clinch County has grown to nearly 29,606]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gov-kemp-to-survey-georgia-wildfire-response-as-flames-continue-to-spread-see-where-theyre-all-burning-on-our-interactive-map/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 22:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gov-kemp-to-survey-georgia-wildfire-response-as-flames-continue-to-spread-see-where-theyre-all-burning-on-our-interactive-map/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Falcons' James Pearce Jr. agrees to enter pretrial intervention program to resolve 3 felony charges after South Florida arrest]]></title><description><![CDATA[Atlanta Falcons edge rusher James Pearce Jr. has agreed to enter a pretrial intervention program which his attorneys say will allow him to resolve three felony charges stemming from what police called a domestic dispute on Feb. 7 with his ex-girlfriend Rickea Jackson, a WNBA player."Mr. Pearce Jr. will be entering a six-month diversion program. Upon completion of the six months without violation, the state will dismiss all felony and misdemeanor charges," one of Pearce's attorneys, Jacob Nunez,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/falcons-james-pearce-jr-agrees-to-enter-pretrial-intervention-program-to-resolve-3-felony-charges-after-south-florida-arrest/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 22:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/falcons-james-pearce-jr-agrees-to-enter-pretrial-intervention-program-to-resolve-3-felony-charges-after-south-florida-arrest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Emory professors file lawsuit against university over arrests during Gaza war protest]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three professors at Emory University filed a lawsuit on Thursday over their arrests during a 2024 campus protest over the Israel-Hamas war, saying the university broke its own free speech policies when it called in police and state troopers to aggressively disband the protest, making 28 arrests.The suit is just one example of how the nationwide wave of protests continues to reverberate on elite campuses. There are many examples of lawsuits against universities by students and faculty who say the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/emory-professors-file-lawsuit-against-university-over-arrests-during-gaza-war-protest/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 22:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/emory-professors-file-lawsuit-against-university-over-arrests-during-gaza-war-protest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[First Liberty founder Brant Frost VI charged with wire fraud over alleged Ponzi scheme]]></title><description><![CDATA[The organizer of an alleged $140 million Ponzi scheme that touched the top ranks of Republican politics in Georgia and Alabama is now facing a federal charge of wire fraud.Edwin Brant Frost IV, the 68-year-old founder and former president of the now-defunct First Liberty Building and Loan, was formally charged on Thursday.Brant Frost IV, who led First Liberty, had decades of involvement in conservative politics. His company said it was a lender making high-interest short-term loans to businesses]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/first-liberty-founder-brant-frost-vi-charged-with-wire-fraud-over-alleged-ponzi-scheme/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 21:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/first-liberty-founder-brant-frost-vi-charged-with-wire-fraud-over-alleged-ponzi-scheme/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cobb County leaders shut down plan for Walmart drone delivery hub over neighborhood concerns]]></title><description><![CDATA[A plan to bring drone deliveries to an East Cobb Walmart has been grounded, at least for now.The Cobb County Board of Commissioners voted 5-0 Tuesday to deny a zoning request that would have allowed Walmart to operate a drone delivery hub at its store on Johnson Ferry Road.The proposal, backed by drone company Wing Aviation, aimed to speed up deliveries by flying small packages directly to customers' homes in minutes.Supporters say the technology is the future of convenience."At Walmart, we're c]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/cobb-county-leaders-shut-down-plan-for-walmart-drone-delivery-hub-over-neighborhood-concerns/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 19:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/cobb-county-leaders-shut-down-plan-for-walmart-drone-delivery-hub-over-neighborhood-concerns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Henry County commissioners remove county manager: "A change of leadership is necessary"]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Henry County Board of Commissioners has made a big and abrupt change to county leadership.On Wednesday, the board announced that Cheri Matthews would be leaving the position as County Manager "effective immediately." In a statement released on Facebook, the board said that it had "elected to move in a new direction regarding the management and operational leadership of Henry County."Deputy County Manager Kevin Johnson will serve as the interim county manager.The Henry County Board of Commiss]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/henry-county-commissioners-remove-county-manager-a-change-of-leadership-is-necessary/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 19:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/henry-county-commissioners-remove-county-manager-a-change-of-leadership-is-necessary/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta hoping to extend Tax Allocation Districts, but critics pushing back on mayor's plan]]></title><description><![CDATA[To help finance Atlanta Mayor Andrew Dickens' Neighborhood Reinvestment Initiative, the city is hoping to extend its eight Tax Allocation Districts, or TADs &ndash; districts drawn to funnel increases in property tax revenues into redevelopment projects. &nbsp;TADs, such as Atlantic Station and the Beltline, have been successful in sparking billions in capital investment, including housing.The objective is to transform overlooked neighborhoods into thriving ones."What we see in these areas is th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-hoping-to-extend-tax-allocation-districts-but-critics-pushing-back-on-mayors-plan/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-hoping-to-extend-tax-allocation-districts-but-critics-pushing-back-on-mayors-plan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Code Orange Air Quality alert issued for Atlanta over Georgia wildfires as doctors urge caution]]></title><description><![CDATA[Smoke from wildfires burning along the Florida-Georgia line is now impacting air quality in metro Atlanta, raising health concerns as people report seeing haze and smelling smoke across the city.The Georgia Forestry Commission reports that the continuing drought and high winds have kept the fires spitting out smoke as crews attempt to get them under control.Combined, the Pineland Road Fire in Clinch County and the Highway 82 Fire in Brantley County encompass more than 34,000 acres in the state.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/code-orange-air-quality-alert-issued-for-atlanta-over-georgia-wildfires-as-doctors-urge-caution/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/code-orange-air-quality-alert-issued-for-atlanta-over-georgia-wildfires-as-doctors-urge-caution/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[David Scott's name staying on primary ballot after his death with future special election to fill seat]]></title><description><![CDATA[The death of U.S. Rep. David Scott has left an empty seat in the House and no incumbent on the ballot for the Georgia district he represented for over two decades.The longtime Democratic lawmaker's officer confirmed on Wednesday that Scott had died at the age of 80. At the time of his death, Scott was seeking a 13th term in Congress.A spokesperson with the Georgia Secretary of State's office confirmed with CBS News Atlanta that Scott's name will remain on the ballot in the upcoming Democratic Di]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/david-scotts-name-staying-on-primary-ballot-after-his-death-with-future-special-election-to-fill-seat/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/david-scotts-name-staying-on-primary-ballot-after-his-death-with-future-special-election-to-fill-seat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia Tech opens dorms to World Cup visitors coming to Atlanta this summer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia Tech is turning its campus housing into a temporary home base for soccer fans, workers, and volunteers heading to Atlanta for the 2026 FIFA World Cup&nbsp;this summer.The program is called Soccer Stays GT Summer Lodging. It will offer dorm-style apartments to adults 18 and older who are in town for soccer-related events. Minors will only be allowed if staying with a parent or guardian, and each apartment must have at least one adult guardian.Check-in opens June 1 and runs through July 31]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-tech-opens-dorms-to-world-cup-visitors-coming-to-atlanta-this-summer/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-tech-opens-dorms-to-world-cup-visitors-coming-to-atlanta-this-summer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two 3-year-olds drown at Crisp County home, police and GBI investigating]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two 3-year-olds have died after drowning at a Crisp County home on Wednesday morning, police say.The Cordele Police Department says that Crisp County 911 received a call around 11 a.m. reporting a drowning at a home on Aberdeen Circle.When first responders from multiple agencies got to the home, they found two 3-year-olds who had drowned, officials said.Both children were rushed to Crisp Regional Hospital. Despite first responders' best efforts, the children were not able to survive.Authorities]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/two-3-year-olds-drown-at-crisp-county-home-police-and-gbi-investigating/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/two-3-year-olds-drown-at-crisp-county-home-police-and-gbi-investigating/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South Georgia wildfires send smoke into Atlanta as winds worsen air quality]]></title><description><![CDATA[CBS News Atlanta NEXT Weather meteorologist Troy Bridges breaks down the wildfire impacts in South Georgia and delivers the latest forecast for Thursday]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/south-georgia-wildfires-send-smoke-into-atlanta-as-winds-worsen-air-quality/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/south-georgia-wildfires-send-smoke-into-atlanta-as-winds-worsen-air-quality/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celebrate Earth Month at the Children's Museum of Atlanta with climate adventures for kids]]></title><description><![CDATA[It is Earth Week, and the Children's Museum of Atlanta wants to help you celebrate with your kids.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/celebrate-earth-month-at-the-childrens-museum-of-atlanta-with-climate-adventures-for-kids/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/celebrate-earth-month-at-the-childrens-museum-of-atlanta-with-climate-adventures-for-kids/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia officer shot in chest, kills wanted suspect during confrontation, police say]]></title><description><![CDATA[An early morning shooting in Adairsville has ended with a suspect killed by police and an officer taken to the hospital, officials say.Authorities say the shooting happened around 1:15 a.m. on Thursday.According to the Adairsville Police Department, the suspect shot the officer in the chest and tried to shoot the officer two other times. The officer returned fire, hitting the suspect multiple times.The officer was rushed to the hospital for treatment. He has since been released. The suspect died]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-officer-shot-in-chest-kills-wanted-suspect-during-confrontation-police-say/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-officer-shot-in-chest-kills-wanted-suspect-during-confrontation-police-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gwinnett students head to national culinary championship in Baltimore for three-course cooking challenge]]></title><description><![CDATA[A team of Gwinnett County students is heading to the national stage, tasked with preparing a full three-course meal under pressure.Now, Berkmar High School's culinary team is headed to Baltimore this week for the National ProStart Invitational championship.Berkmar's team is comprised of five members in tenth and eleventh grades, each with a different role.Junior Miranda Castillo is the team manager, and according to team coach James Bryant, has solid communication skills that are utilized in con]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gwinnett-students-head-to-national-culinary-championship-in-baltimore-for-three-course-cooking-challenge/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gwinnett-students-head-to-national-culinary-championship-in-baltimore-for-three-course-cooking-challenge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gwinnett High School culinary students to compete in National ProStart Championship]]></title><description><![CDATA[A team of Gwinnett County students is heading to the national stage, tasked with preparing a full three-course meal under pressure.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gwinnett-high-school-culinary-students-to-compete-in-national-prostart-championship/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gwinnett-high-school-culinary-students-to-compete-in-national-prostart-championship/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smoke from South Georgia wildfires spreads across 30,000 acres. See where they're all burning on our interactive map.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Smoke has filled the air across parts of the Peach State this week as wildfires continue to burn out of control&nbsp;in southern Georgia, forcing evacuations and destroying homes.According to the Georgia Forestry Commission, crews responded to 34 new wildfires Wednesday that burned about 75 acres statewide. But officials say the biggest concern remains two large, active fires that have already scorched tens of thousands of acres.The Pineland Road Fire in Clinch County has grown to nearly 29,606]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/smoke-from-south-georgia-wildfires-spreads-across-30000-acres-see-where-theyre-all-burning-on-our-interactive-map/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/smoke-from-south-georgia-wildfires-spreads-across-30000-acres-see-where-theyre-all-burning-on-our-interactive-map/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Netflix's "Love on the Spectrum" star advocates for new Georgia law]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Georgia native known for his role on a popular Netflix series is now pushing for change at the State Capitol.Connor Tomlinson, a fan favorite on the show "Love on the Spectrum," has been advocating for Senate Bill 433, which aims to improve interactions between law enforcement and people with disabilities.The bill, also known as "Rio's Law," passed the Georgia Senate unanimously in March and is now awaiting a decision from Gov. Brian Kemp. The governor has 40 days to sign or veto the measure.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/netflixs-love-on-the-spectrum-star-advocates-for-new-georgia-law/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/netflixs-love-on-the-spectrum-star-advocates-for-new-georgia-law/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA["Love on the Spectrum" star pushes for change at Georgia Capitol with "Rio&rsquo;s Law"]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Georgia native known for his role on a popular Netflix series is now pushing for change at the State Capitol.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/love-on-the-spectrum-star-pushes-for-change-at-georgia-capitol-with-riorsquos-law/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/love-on-the-spectrum-star-pushes-for-change-at-georgia-capitol-with-riorsquos-law/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks gearing up to host Knicks for Game 3]]></title><description><![CDATA[Playoff basketball returns to State Farm Arena on Thursday night as the Atlanta Hawks host the New York Knicks in Game 3 of their first-round series. The best-of-seven matchup is tied 1-1, with tipoff set for 7 p.m. in Atlanta.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/hawks-gearing-up-to-host-knicks-for-game-3/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/hawks-gearing-up-to-host-knicks-for-game-3/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawks bring playoff energy back to Atlanta with sold-out buzz, giveaways and Soulja Boy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Playoff basketball returns to State Farm Arena on Thursday night as the Atlanta Hawks&nbsp;host the New York Knicks in Game 3 of their first-round series. The best-of-seven matchup is tied 1-1, with tipoff set for 7 p.m. in Atlanta. &nbsp;The game marks the Hawks' first home game of the series after Atlanta evened things up with a 107-106 win over New York on Monday night. For fans, the night is expected to be about more than basketball.The Hawks announced a playoff entertainment lineup that inc]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/hawks-bring-playoff-energy-back-to-atlanta-with-sold-out-buzz-giveaways-and-soulja-boy/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/hawks-bring-playoff-energy-back-to-atlanta-with-sold-out-buzz-giveaways-and-soulja-boy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Driver killed on I-575 after shooting at officers during Woodstock traffic stop, police say]]></title><description><![CDATA[A traffic stop in Woodstock turned deadly Wednesday evening after police say a suspect opened fire on officers during a chase.According to the Woodstock Police Department, officers initially stopped a vehicle around 6:38 p.m. near Interstate 575 at Exit 7 on Highway 92. Police said the suspect fled, leading officers on a pursuit to the area of Exit 8 near Towne Lake Parkway.Investigators say the situation escalated when the suspect fired at officers. An officer returned fire, striking the suspec]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/driver-killed-on-i-575-after-shooting-at-officers-during-woodstock-traffic-stop-police-say/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/driver-killed-on-i-575-after-shooting-at-officers-during-woodstock-traffic-stop-police-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump-endorsed Burt Jones ramps up attacks on Rick Jackson in contentious Georgia primary]]></title><description><![CDATA[Even with all his family wealth, there is no way for Burt Jones to outspend billionaire Rick Jackson in the Republican primary for Georgia governor. So Jones tried something else &mdash; harnessing his leadership of the state Senate to seek an edge over Jackson. Using his position as lieutenant governor, Jones pushed legislation that would have disqualified Jackson's company from receiving taxpayer-funded contracts. The proposal failed, but Jones is running a television ad attacking Jackson on t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/trump-endorsed-burt-jones-ramps-up-attacks-on-rick-jackson-in-contentious-georgia-primary/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/trump-endorsed-burt-jones-ramps-up-attacks-on-rick-jackson-in-contentious-georgia-primary/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dozens of homes destroyed as Georgia wildfires force evacuations, send smoke into metro Atlanta]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fast-moving wildfires in southern Georgia destroyed dozens of homes and forced hundred of evacuations, as Gov. Brian Kemp on Wednesday declared a state of emergency, prompting road closures and burn bans.&nbsp;The Brantley County fire in southeast Georgia has burned approximately 5,000 acres and was about 10% contained as of Wednesday night. County officials said that about 50 homes have been destroyed in the blaze and approximately 1,000 remain under threat. In the community of Waynesville, blo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dozens-of-homes-destroyed-as-georgia-wildfires-force-evacuations-send-smoke-into-metro-atlanta/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 02:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dozens-of-homes-destroyed-as-georgia-wildfires-force-evacuations-send-smoke-into-metro-atlanta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta United hoping for win against New England Revolution]]></title><description><![CDATA[Atlanta United has only won one game so far this season, but they're hoping to change that on Wednesday night against the New England Revolution.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-united-hoping-for-win-against-new-england-revolution/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 00:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-united-hoping-for-win-against-new-england-revolution/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Remembering Rep. David Scott's deep connection to Georgia]]></title><description><![CDATA[U.S. Rep. David Scott, who represented Georgia's 13th District for over two decades, has died at 80 years old.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/remembering-rep-david-scotts-deep-connection-to-georgia/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 00:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/remembering-rep-david-scotts-deep-connection-to-georgia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Massive wildfires force Georgia governor to declare state of emergency]]></title><description><![CDATA[The massive wildfires in South Georgia have destroyed dozens of homes and remain not contained more than a day after starting.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/massive-wildfires-force-georgia-governor-to-declare-state-of-emergency/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 00:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/massive-wildfires-force-georgia-governor-to-declare-state-of-emergency/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South Georgia wildfire smoke blankets metro Atlanta]]></title><description><![CDATA[While crews continue to battle wildfires along the Georgia-Florida state line, the impact is being felt across metro Atlanta. A doctor says the smoke you may be seeing and smelling is not to be taken lightly.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/south-georgia-wildfire-smoke-blankets-metro-atlanta/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 00:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/south-georgia-wildfire-smoke-blankets-metro-atlanta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta airport hosts events to help passengers get familiar with flying]]></title><description><![CDATA[Flying can be overwhelming and scary for some people intellectual and developmental disabilities, so the Atlanta airport hosted &ldquo;Wings for All,&rdquo; a way to rehearse air travel.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-airport-hosts-events-to-help-passengers-get-familiar-with-flying/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 00:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-airport-hosts-events-to-help-passengers-get-familiar-with-flying/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[DeKalb animal shelters expanding services after county approves new funding]]></title><description><![CDATA[DeKalb County has extended its animal services contract with LifeLine Animal Project. In March, the DeKalb County Board of Commissioners approved more than $1.18 million in annual funding. The nonprofit said the funding will increase its free spay/neuter capacity from 1,000 surgeries in 2025 to 4,800 in 2026 and 6,000 annually at full scale. It will also be a boost to its mobile veterinary clinics and community outreach in the neighborhoods it has designated as "high-need." "LifeLine already per]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dekalb-animal-shelters-expanding-services-after-county-approves-new-funding/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 23:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dekalb-animal-shelters-expanding-services-after-county-approves-new-funding/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Smoky weather and fire threats continue across Georgia]]></title><description><![CDATA[A system heading to Georgia this weekend may give us some much-needed chance for rain, but the days leading up to that will remain hazy and hot.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/smoky-weather-and-fire-threats-continue-across-georgia/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 23:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/smoky-weather-and-fire-threats-continue-across-georgia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New funding helping DeKalb's LifeLine Animal Project expand services]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last year, LifeLine Animal Project saw the highest number of animals brought into its shelter in its history. Now they're going to be able to do more thanks to a contract extention.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/new-funding-helping-dekalbs-lifeline-animal-project-expand-services/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 23:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/new-funding-helping-dekalbs-lifeline-animal-project-expand-services/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[More U.S. college students embracing plant-based diets]]></title><description><![CDATA[Interest in plant-based food is growing, and the shift is very clear in college dining halls.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/more-us-college-students-embracing-plant-based-diets/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 23:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/more-us-college-students-embracing-plant-based-diets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Breaking down the impact of Atlanta's use of Tax Allocation Districts.]]></title><description><![CDATA[While many people in Atlanta may not know what a TAD is, these special districts have a profound impact on the city's growth and represent more than $12 billion in capital investment.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/breaking-down-the-impact-of-atlantas-use-of-tax-allocation-districts/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 23:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/breaking-down-the-impact-of-atlantas-use-of-tax-allocation-districts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Despite pause, Oakwood city officials still preparing for proposed ICE detention facility]]></title><description><![CDATA[Officials in the small Georgia city of Oakwood are still preparing for the possibility of an ICE detention facility opening up within its city limits. Back in February, city officials became aware of the Department of Homeland Security's plans to open a proposed ICE detention facility in Oakwood. Since then, those plans have seemingly been put on pause. Oakwood City Manager B.R. White said they never received official word that the facility was coming in the first place or that the program had b]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/despite-pause-oakwood-city-officials-still-preparing-for-proposed-ice-detention-facility/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 23:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/despite-pause-oakwood-city-officials-still-preparing-for-proposed-ice-detention-facility/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What's next for the planned ICE detention facilities in Georgia?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The plans to build an ICE detention facility in Oakwood may have been put on pause, but officials in the small Georgia city are still getting ready for a possible restart.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/whats-next-for-the-planned-ice-detention-facilities-in-georgia/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 23:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/whats-next-for-the-planned-ice-detention-facilities-in-georgia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Construction beginning on new express lanes for Georgia SR 400]]></title><description><![CDATA[The new express lanes are part of a $4.16 billion project aimed at improving traffic flow in the rapidly growing part of Georgia.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/construction-beginning-on-new-express-lanes-for-georgia-sr-400/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 23:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/construction-beginning-on-new-express-lanes-for-georgia-sr-400/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SWAT team kills murder suspect during search in Cobb County]]></title><description><![CDATA[After hours on the run, a murder suspect who prompted a large police search in Cobb County was shot and killed during a confrontation on Tuesday night, authorities said.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/swat-team-kills-murder-suspect-during-search-in-cobb-county/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 23:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/swat-team-kills-murder-suspect-during-search-in-cobb-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bill Pickett Invitational shows off long tradition of Black cowboys during Georgia tour stop]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo just thundered through Conyers, drawing riders from across the country, all chasing eight seconds of glory.Under the lights of the Charles C. Walker Arena at the Georgia International Horse Park, the scene is part pageantry, part pressure cooker.Boots are polished, hats are set just right, and the crowd roars when the gate swings open. For 19-year-old Terrance Jackson of Conyers, the assignment is simple: stay on the horse.The rodeo's operators call it "the gr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/bill-pickett-invitational-shows-off-long-tradition-of-black-cowboys-during-georgia-tour-stop/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 22:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/bill-pickett-invitational-shows-off-long-tradition-of-black-cowboys-during-georgia-tour-stop/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[State of Emergency declared as South Georgia wildfires force evacuations, send smoke into metro Atlanta]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gov. Brian Kemp has declared a State of Emergency on Wednesday as fast-moving wildfires in South Georgia prompted evacuations, road closures, and burn bans across the state.&nbsp;As part of the order, Kemp has directed the Georgia Forestry Commission and other agencies to mobilize resources to help with the response and prohibits any form of price gouging.The order comes as residents across metro Atlanta reported heavy smoke and a strong smell of burning. The smoke drifting north is tied to mult]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/state-of-emergency-declared-as-south-georgia-wildfires-force-evacuations-send-smoke-into-metro-atlanta/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/state-of-emergency-declared-as-south-georgia-wildfires-force-evacuations-send-smoke-into-metro-atlanta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rep. David Scott, longtime Georgia lawmaker, dead at 80]]></title><description><![CDATA[U.S. Rep. David Scott, who represented Georgia's 13th District for over two decades, has died at 80 years old, a source familiar has confirmed with CBS News.Scott's death comes as the longtime Democrat was running for a 13th term in the May 19th primaries.His political career began in 1974 with a successful run for the Georgia House of Representatives. He served there until he was elected to the state Senate in 1982. Scott was eventually elected to the newly created District 13, which includes D]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/rep-david-scott-longtime-georgia-lawmaker-dead-at-80/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/rep-david-scott-longtime-georgia-lawmaker-dead-at-80/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Dream entering 2026 season with championship expectations]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta Dream are gearing up for a season they hope brings championship potential, with the additions of All-Star Angel Reese and others. The Dream are aiming to build on last season where they won a franchise record 30 games.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-dream-entering-2026-season-with-championship-expectations/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-dream-entering-2026-season-with-championship-expectations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spencer Strider strikes out 8 in rehab start with Gwinnett Stripers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Braves ace Spencer Strider made his rehab start with the Gwinnett Stripers Tuesday and struck out eight batters, and gave up just one hit in four innings.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/spencer-strider-strikes-out-8-in-rehab-start-with-gwinnett-stripers/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/spencer-strider-strikes-out-8-in-rehab-start-with-gwinnett-stripers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia and federal officials break ground on new express lanes for Georgia SR 400]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia officials and U.S. Deputy Secretary of Transportation Steven Bradbury are celebrating the start of construction on lanes meant to make travel easier on Georgia State Route 400 with a special groundbreaking ceremony on Wednesday.Construction officially began on the massive expansion of one of Atlanta's busiest highways in March. It's part of a $4.16 billion project aimed at improving traffic flow in the rapidly growing part of Georgia.The expansion stretches from the North Springs MARTA s]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-and-federal-officials-break-ground-on-new-express-lanes-for-georgia-sr-400/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 17:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-and-federal-officials-break-ground-on-new-express-lanes-for-georgia-sr-400/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SWAT team kills suspect who allegedly pointed gun at Cobb County officer]]></title><description><![CDATA[After hours on the run, a murder suspect who prompted a large police search in Cobb County was shot and killed during a confrontation on Tuesday night, authorities said.The Georgia Bureau of Investigation reported that a Cobb County SWAT team found 31-year-old Damian Strozier in the woods behind an apartment complex by Leland Drive.According to the GBI, multiple officers fired at Strozier, hitting him. He was pronounced dead at the scene.The deadly shooting came roughly eight hours after the sea]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/swat-team-kills-suspect-who-allegedly-pointed-gun-at-cobb-county-officer/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/swat-team-kills-suspect-who-allegedly-pointed-gun-at-cobb-county-officer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South Georgia wildfires force evacuations, send smoke into metro Atlanta; Burn Ban issued across 91 counties]]></title><description><![CDATA[Residents across metro Atlanta reported heavy smoke and a strong smell of burning Wednesday as fast-moving wildfires in South Georgia prompted evacuations, road closures, and burn bans statewide.The smoke drifting north is tied to multiple active fires, including large blazes in Brantley and surrounding counties, according to the Georgia Forestry Commission. Officials said dry conditions and wind are pushing smoke across the region, at times reducing visibility and affecting air quality.Georgia]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/south-georgia-wildfires-force-evacuations-send-smoke-into-metro-atlanta-burn-ban-issued-across-91-counties/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/south-georgia-wildfires-force-evacuations-send-smoke-into-metro-atlanta-burn-ban-issued-across-91-counties/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Braves' ace Strider strikes out eight as Gwinnett Stripers win unusual no-hit game]]></title><description><![CDATA[Even without a hit, the Gwinnett Stripers still found a way to win, and got a strong outing from a key Atlanta Braves arm in the process.The Gwinnett Stripers beat the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp 2-0 on Tuesday night, scoring both runs in the sixth inning despite being no-hit.All eyes were on Braves ace Spencer Strider, who is rehabbing with Gwinnett. The right-hander looked sharp, striking out eight over 4 1/3 scoreless innings while allowing just one hit. He did not factor into the decision but]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/braves-ace-strider-strikes-out-eight-as-gwinnett-stripers-win-unusual-no-hit-game/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/braves-ace-strider-strikes-out-eight-as-gwinnett-stripers-win-unusual-no-hit-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Middle school student arrested in connection with bomb threats at multiple Georgia schools]]></title><description><![CDATA[A middle school student has been arrested and charged after a series of bomb threats disrupted multiple schools in Oconee County on Tuesday, authorities said.The Oconee County Sheriff's Office said investigators, with help from the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, identified a student from Dove Creek Middle School as the person responsible for the threats.The student is charged with four counts of making terroristic threats and four counts of disrupting school operations. Authorities said the st]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/middle-school-student-arrested-in-connection-with-bomb-threats-at-multiple-georgia-schools/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/middle-school-student-arrested-in-connection-with-bomb-threats-at-multiple-georgia-schools/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CHaRM DeKalb hosts Earth Day celebration for kids]]></title><description><![CDATA[ChARM DeKalb&rsquo;s Earth Day event brings together environmental groups, recycling experts and community partners for a fun, hands-on learning experience. The free event encourages kids across metro Atlanta to explore recycling, reuse and simple ways to help protect the planet every day.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/charm-dekalb-hosts-earth-day-celebration-for-kids/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/charm-dekalb-hosts-earth-day-celebration-for-kids/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Morehouse medical students connect environment, public health during Earth Day cleanup on the Beltline]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Earth Day, students at Morehouse School of Medicine took their work beyond the classroom and into the community, focusing on the connection between the environment and public health.&nbsp;Along the West End Atlanta Beltline, members of the Environmental Sustainability Interest Group, known as E-SIG, pulled invasive weeds to help create healthier green space.&nbsp;Karl Opara, a student leader with the group, said that where people live can have a direct impact on their health.&nbsp;"Making sur]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/morehouse-medical-students-connect-environment-public-health-during-earth-day-cleanup-on-the-beltline/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 13:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/morehouse-medical-students-connect-environment-public-health-during-earth-day-cleanup-on-the-beltline/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Morehouse medical students take Earth Day beyond classroom with Beltline cleanup]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Earth Day, students at Morehouse School of Medicine took their work beyond the classroom and into the community, focusing on the connection between the environment and public health.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/morehouse-medical-students-take-earth-day-beyond-classroom-with-beltline-cleanup/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 13:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/morehouse-medical-students-take-earth-day-beyond-classroom-with-beltline-cleanup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta residents share their best and worst environmental habits on the Beltline]]></title><description><![CDATA[We hit Atlanta's Beltline to talk to residents about their best and worst environmental habits.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-residents-share-their-best-and-worst-environmental-habits-on-the-beltline/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 13:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-residents-share-their-best-and-worst-environmental-habits-on-the-beltline/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[After hourslong manhunt, police capture suspect who allegedly pointed gun at Cobb County officer]]></title><description><![CDATA[After hours on the run, a murder suspect who prompted a large police search in Cobb County has been captured, authorities said.The Cobb County Police Department announced around 9:45 p.m. Tuesday that 31-year-old Damian Strozier had been located and that there was no longer a threat to the public.The arrest came roughly eight hours after the search began earlier in the afternoon.Police said officers were initially trying to locate Strozier around 1 p.m. near Leland Road and Windy Hill Road. He w]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/after-hourslong-manhunt-police-capture-suspect-who-allegedly-pointed-gun-at-cobb-county-officer/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 12:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/after-hourslong-manhunt-police-capture-suspect-who-allegedly-pointed-gun-at-cobb-county-officer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta gets ready for World Cup: Tickets on sale, citywide art, and global snacks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Atlanta is gearing up for the FIFA World Cup with new murals, the latest round of match tickets going on sale tomorrow, and limited-edition global chip flavors for fans. Don&rsquo;t miss your chance to snag tickets as the 50-day countdown begins&mdash;plus, discover the unique snacks inspired by countries around the world!]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-gets-ready-for-world-cup-tickets-on-sale-citywide-art-and-global-snacks/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-gets-ready-for-world-cup-tickets-on-sale-citywide-art-and-global-snacks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rain returns to Georgia: Wet weekend and storms in the forecast]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEXT Weather Meteorologist Orelon Sidney tracks a major pattern change as rain and thunderstorms move into Georgia this weekend. Expect showers Saturday with the chance for more through Tuesday&mdash;potentially bringing relief to the region&rsquo;s rainfall deficit.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/rain-returns-to-georgia-wet-weekend-and-storms-in-the-forecast/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/rain-returns-to-georgia-wet-weekend-and-storms-in-the-forecast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brookhaven community gathers to remember man killed outside grocery store]]></title><description><![CDATA[Loved ones honor Tony Matthews, who was fatally shot outside a Kroger, as police investigate a string of violent attacks across DeKalb County.A candlelit memorial was placed outside a Kroger in the Brookhaven community in DeKalb County Tuesday night. Brookhaven Police said 48-year-old Tony Matthews was shot there.Family and friends gathered, some holding hands in prayer, to honor Matthews' life and support one another after a tragedy.Matthews was reportedly sleeping outside the store when he was]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/brookhaven-community-gathers-to-remember-man-killed-outside-grocery-store/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/brookhaven-community-gathers-to-remember-man-killed-outside-grocery-store/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[President Trump extends ceasefire deadline amid stalled peace talks]]></title><description><![CDATA[President Trump announces an extension of the ceasefire between Iran and the U.S., blaming Iran's fractured government for delays in negotiations. The move comes after previously vowing not to extend the deadline. Tensions remain high as the U.S. military stays on alert and peace talks continue to stall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/president-trump-extends-ceasefire-deadline-amid-stalled-peace-talks/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/president-trump-extends-ceasefire-deadline-amid-stalled-peace-talks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia Gov. Kemp issues statement on wildfires threatening Southeast Georgia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wildfires continue to threaten southern Georgia as the Forestry Commission responds to 46 new fires in just one day. In Clinch County, a fast-moving blaze has grown from a few acres to thousands, with only 10% containment. Officials remain on high alert as the situation unfolds.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-gov-kemp-issues-statement-on-wildfires-threatening-southeast-georgia/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-gov-kemp-issues-statement-on-wildfires-threatening-southeast-georgia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dozens arrested in Atlanta police raid on illegal drug "pop-up event"]]></title><description><![CDATA[Atlanta police raid a suspected illegal drug pop-up event, arresting dozens and seizing drugs, cash, and firearms. Vendors from multiple states were reportedly involved. Authorities describe a chaotic scene as they shut down the operation in Fulton County. Stay with CBS News Atlanta for the latest developments.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dozens-arrested-in-atlanta-police-raid-on-illegal-drug-pop-up-event/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dozens-arrested-in-atlanta-police-raid-on-illegal-drug-pop-up-event/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Breaking: DeKalb County shooting spree suspect found dead in jail as community mourns victims]]></title><description><![CDATA[CBS News Atlanta brings you live breaking news: The suspect accused of killing three people in DeKalb County, Olaolukitan Adon Abel, was found dead in his jail cell just days after the attacks. The cause of death remains under investigation. Meanwhile, family and friends gathered to remember victim Tony Matthews, who was shot while sleeping outside a Brookhaven Kroger.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/breaking-dekalb-county-shooting-spree-suspect-found-dead-in-jail-as-community-mourns-victims/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/breaking-dekalb-county-shooting-spree-suspect-found-dead-in-jail-as-community-mourns-victims/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suspect in DeKalb County shooting spree found dead in jail cell, sheriff's office says]]></title><description><![CDATA[A suspect connected to a recent DeKalb County shooting spree has died while in custody at the DeKalb County Jail, according to the sheriff's office.Officials say Olaolukitan Adon Able was found unresponsive in his cell around 6:48 p.m. Tuesday. Detention staff alerted medical personnel and began lifesaving measures, but he was pronounced dead at the jail at 7:17 p.m. &nbsp;The DeKalb County Sheriff's Office said a standard internal review is now underway to examine the circumstances surrounding]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/suspect-in-dekalb-county-shooting-spree-found-dead-in-jail-cell-sheriffs-office-says/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 04:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/suspect-in-dekalb-county-shooting-spree-found-dead-in-jail-cell-sheriffs-office-says/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jordin Canada looking forward to distributing to multiple scorers as Atlanta Dream continue camp]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three days into training camp, the Atlanta Dream are already showing off depth, energy and a mix of new and returning talent finding their rhythm.During the portion of practice open to the media, it was the non-starting group that stood out. Te-Hina Paopao handled lead guard duties, bringing the ball up and directing the offense, while teammates found their spots across the floor. The group played with pace, confidence and a noticeable edge."It's been fun, a great three days of training camp so]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/jordin-canada-looking-forward-to-distributing-to-multiple-scorers-as-atlanta-dream-continue-camp/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 01:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/jordin-canada-looking-forward-to-distributing-to-multiple-scorers-as-atlanta-dream-continue-camp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carroll County man charged with 39 counts in alleged years-long sexual abuse case involving minor]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Carroll County man is facing dozens of felony charges after investigators say he engaged in years-long inappropriate contact with a juvenile, beginning when the victim was just 12 years old.According to the Carroll County Sheriff's Office, the investigation began March 31 after a referral from the Department of Family and Children Services (DFCS) regarding allegations of abuse. &nbsp;Authorities identified the suspect as Geoffrey Brad Matthews. Investigators say the alleged abuse began approxi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/carroll-county-man-charged-with-39-counts-in-alleged-years-long-sexual-abuse-case-involving-minor/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 01:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/carroll-county-man-charged-with-39-counts-in-alleged-years-long-sexual-abuse-case-involving-minor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sports with Sam: Atlanta Dream's 2026 expectations, Atlanta United gears up for New England match]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sam Crenshaw reports from Gwinnett Field, where Braves regulars Sean Murphy and Spencer Strider make their return with the Stripers. Get the latest on their rehab progress, Atlanta Dream's high hopes for the season, and Atlanta United's quest to bounce back -- all in tonight&rsquo;s action-packed update.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/sports-with-sam-atlanta-dreams-2026-expectations-atlanta-united-gears-up-for-new-england-match/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/sports-with-sam-atlanta-dreams-2026-expectations-atlanta-united-gears-up-for-new-england-match/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New DeKalb homeowners waiting on trash carts as county works on backlog]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some people living in DeKalb County said they are still waiting for trash carts after moving into their homes."They won't pick up anything. &hellip; I had to take my trash to it, to a dump&hellip; for, like, two or three or weeks," said Tony Gatson, a homeowner in Lithonia.Gatson said he moved into his home earlier this year and only received one of the two county-issued carts.Construction is still underway in Gatson's neighborhood as new homes continue to go up, but some people living in the ar]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/new-dekalb-homeowners-waiting-on-trash-carts-as-county-works-on-backlog/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/new-dekalb-homeowners-waiting-on-trash-carts-as-county-works-on-backlog/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bill Pickett Invitational continues tradition of Black rodeo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Now 42 years old, the Bill Picket Invitational Rodeo is the longest-running Black rodeo in the country and continues the spirit of its founder and its namesake.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/bill-pickett-invitational-continues-tradition-of-black-rodeo/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/bill-pickett-invitational-continues-tradition-of-black-rodeo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Homeowners in DeKalb County remain without trash bins]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some people living in DeKalb County said they are still waiting for trash carts weeks after moving into their homes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/homeowners-in-dekalb-county-remain-without-trash-bins/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/homeowners-in-dekalb-county-remain-without-trash-bins/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nonprofit teams up with the Hawks to give metro Atlanta kids the gift of clear eyesight]]></title><description><![CDATA[Maxwell Mills says he knew something was wrong with his eyesight when it started interfering with his ability to read and get his work done in school."It was just really difficult and kind of irritating to me because I like to do math equations," Mills said. "And I like reading, and when I tried to read a book, it was very blurry&hellip;" That's why a group of organizations stepped in to help. The nonprofit Vision to Learn is leading an effort alongside the Atlanta Hawks to donate thousands of f]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/nonprofit-teams-up-with-the-hawks-to-give-metro-atlanta-kids-the-gift-of-clear-eyesight/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/nonprofit-teams-up-with-the-hawks-to-give-metro-atlanta-kids-the-gift-of-clear-eyesight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vibrant new mural brings life and color to southwest Atlanta]]></title><description><![CDATA["Wild Sea, Wildflower," a stunning mural by Charity Hamidullah, transforms the Mechanicsville neighborhood and highlights the city's commitment to uplifting overlooked communities through art, infrastructure, and listening to residents.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/vibrant-new-mural-brings-life-and-color-to-southwest-atlanta/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/vibrant-new-mural-brings-life-and-color-to-southwest-atlanta/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vision to Learn and the Hawks give children free eyeglasses]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta nonprofit and the Hawks have donated thousands of free glasses and eye exams at schools and libraries across the metro area.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/vision-to-learn-and-the-hawks-give-children-free-eyeglasses/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 23:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/vision-to-learn-and-the-hawks-give-children-free-eyeglasses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Atlanta Vision Project and the Hawks give children free eyeglasses]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Atlanta nonprofit and the Hawks have donated thousands of free glasses and eye exams at schools and libraries across the metro area.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-vision-project-and-the-hawks-give-children-free-eyeglasses/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 23:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/atlanta-vision-project-and-the-hawks-give-children-free-eyeglasses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Deadline to register for the Northside Hospital Peachtree Road Race fast approaching]]></title><description><![CDATA[The last day to register for Atlanta's Northside Hospital Peachtree Road Race is today, April 21. Registration closes tonight.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/deadline-to-register-for-the-northside-hospital-peachtree-road-race-fast-approaching/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 23:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/deadline-to-register-for-the-northside-hospital-peachtree-road-race-fast-approaching/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why diverse blood supplies are critical for minority communities]]></title><description><![CDATA[April is National Minority Health Month. A time to raise awareness of the persistent health disparities facing diverse communities in the U.S. The American Red Cross is working to increase donations and test more people for diseases that disproportionately hit minorities. In Health Minute, Mandy Gaither explains how blood saved one woman&rsquo;s life and how she&rsquo;s now paying it forward.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/why-diverse-blood-supplies-are-critical-for-minority-communities/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 23:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/why-diverse-blood-supplies-are-critical-for-minority-communities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is pet insurance worth the money?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rising costs are making pet ownership pricier than ever, and unexpected vet bills add to the burden. More pet owners are now considering insurance to protect their four-legged family members. CBS's Jeff Wagner explores whether it's the right choice for your wallet.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/is-pet-insurance-worth-the-money/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 23:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/is-pet-insurance-worth-the-money/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hot weather keeping things in Georgia sweaty, but rain will help]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 80-degree temperatures seem like they are here to stay in a spring that doesn't really feel much like spring across Georgia.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/hot-weather-keeping-things-in-georgia-sweaty-but-rain-will-help/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 23:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/hot-weather-keeping-things-in-georgia-sweaty-but-rain-will-help/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rain on its way to Georgia, but not enough to stop state's devastating drought conditions]]></title><description><![CDATA[According to the U.S. Drought Monitor, almost the entire state of Georgia is experiencing drought conditions. Some rain is on the way, but experts say it won't be enough to pull us out of it. Local officials, including Danny Johnson, the director of the Metropolitan North Georgia Water Planning District, are closely monitoring the conditions. The district works with 97 cities and 15 counties across metro Atlanta to protect the region's water sources. "Georgia has limited water supplies across th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/rain-on-its-way-to-georgia-but-not-enough-to-stop-states-devastating-drought-conditions/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 23:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/rain-on-its-way-to-georgia-but-not-enough-to-stop-states-devastating-drought-conditions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Georgia officials closely monitoring drought conditions across state]]></title><description><![CDATA[Almost the entire state of Georgia is experiencing drought conditions. Some rain is on the way, but experts say it won't be enough to pull us out of it.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-officials-closely-monitoring-drought-conditions-across-state/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 23:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/georgia-officials-closely-monitoring-drought-conditions-across-state/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cobb County police searching for "armed and dangerous" murder suspect]]></title><description><![CDATA[Authorities say 31-year-old Damian Strozier went on the run on Monday after pointing a weapon at an officer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/cobb-county-police-searching-for-armed-and-dangerous-murder-suspect/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 23:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/cobb-county-police-searching-for-armed-and-dangerous-murder-suspect/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FIFA to release new batch of World Cup 2026 tickets Wednesday as demand surges]]></title><description><![CDATA[Soccer fans will get another chance to secure seats for the 2026 FIFA World Cup this week, as organizers prepare to release a new round of tickets for all matches in the tournament.FIFA announced that additional tickets will go on sale Wednesday, April 22 at 11 a.m. ET through its official ticketing platform, with availability spanning all 104 matches of the tournament. &nbsp;The release is part of FIFA's ongoing "Last-Minute Sales Phase," which allows fans to purchase tickets on a first-come, f]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/fifa-to-release-new-batch-of-world-cup-2026-tickets-wednesday-as-demand-surges/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 23:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/fifa-to-release-new-batch-of-world-cup-2026-tickets-wednesday-as-demand-surges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gainsville man charged with 400 additional child sexual abuse material felonies, deputies say]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Gainesville man already facing child exploitation charges has now been hit with more than 400 additional felony counts, according to the Hall County Sheriff's Office.Investigators with the agency's Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Unit say 32-year-old Benjamin Larmar Gudmundson was recently charged with 400 additional counts of sexual exploitation of children following a forensic review of electronic devices seized in the case.Authorities say the new charges were filed Monday after inve]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gainsville-man-charged-with-400-additional-child-sexual-abuse-material-felonies-deputies-say/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 22:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/gainsville-man-charged-with-400-additional-child-sexual-abuse-material-felonies-deputies-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Google announces new LaGrange data center, partnership with local organizations]]></title><description><![CDATA[Google has announced plans to build a new data center in LaGrange, Georgia, making it the second Google data center to come to the state.&nbsp;Currently, Georgia has over 200 data centers, primarily in the metro Atlanta area.&nbsp;In addition to the data center, Google says it will invest in improving local energy affordability and promoting environmental stewardship, aiming to deliver lasting benefits for LaGrange and the entire state.In addition to the data center, Google will invest in improv]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/google-announces-new-lagrange-data-center-partnership-with-local-organizations/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 22:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/google-announces-new-lagrange-data-center-partnership-with-local-organizations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Search underway in Cobb County after officer shoots at fugitive wanted for murder, police say]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police are searching for a suspect after an officer shot at him in Cobb County on Tuesday afternoon, authorities said.According to the Cobb County Police Department, officers were trying to locate a person wanted on a murder warrant around 1 p.m. near Leland Road and Windy Hill Road.Damien Strozier is described by police as "armed and dangerous."Cobb County Police Department. Investigators said the suspect, identified as 31-year-old Damian Strozier, was armed and pointed a weapon at an officer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/search-underway-in-cobb-county-after-officer-shoots-at-fugitive-wanted-for-murder-police-say/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 22:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/search-underway-in-cobb-county-after-officer-shoots-at-fugitive-wanted-for-murder-police-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dozens arrested during raid of drug "pop-up event" at southwest Atlanta warehouse, police say]]></title><description><![CDATA[Officers with the Atlanta Police Department say they arrested dozens of vendors during a raid of a so-called "marijuana pop-up event" over the weekend.Authorities say the event, scheduled at for Saturday at the warehouse on Ted Turner Drive SW, had over 1,400 registered attendees.According to authorities, the Atlanta Police Department began its investigation, later titled "Operation No Smoke," after receiving an anonymous tip about "large-scale marijuana pop-up events" in February.When officers]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dozens-arrested-during-raid-of-drug-pop-up-event-at-southwest-atlanta-warehouse-police-say/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 21:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/dozens-arrested-during-raid-of-drug-pop-up-event-at-southwest-atlanta-warehouse-police-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manhunt underway in Cobb County after officer shoots at fugitive wanted for murder, police say]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police are searching for a suspect after an officer shot at him in Cobb County on Tuesday afternoon, authorities said.According to the Cobb County Police Department, officers were trying to locate a person wanted on a murder warrant around 1 p.m. near Leland Road and Windy Hill Road.Investigators said the suspect was armed and pointed a weapon at an officer. The officer then fired their service weapon. The suspect ran from the scene on foot and has not been taken into custody.Police said no offi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/manhunt-underway-in-cobb-county-after-officer-shoots-at-fugitive-wanted-for-murder-police-say/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 20:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/manhunt-underway-in-cobb-county-after-officer-shoots-at-fugitive-wanted-for-murder-police-say/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Apalachee High School shooting: Cameras barred from victim testimony at Colin Gray sentencing]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Barrow County judge has ruled that media outlets will not be allowed to record or broadcast victim impact statements during the upcoming sentencing of a father convicted in connection with the deadly Apalachee High School&nbsp;shooting.In an order issued Monday, Judge Nicholas Primm said cameras will be permitted in the courtroom for most of the sentencing of Colin Gray, but must be turned off during emotional testimony from victims and their families.Colin Gray was convicted in March this yea]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/apalachee-high-school-shooting-cameras-barred-from-victim-testimony-at-colin-gray-sentencing/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 18:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/apalachee-high-school-shooting-cameras-barred-from-victim-testimony-at-colin-gray-sentencing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former soldier from Atlanta convicted of sexually abusing 2 minors while serving in Germany]]></title><description><![CDATA[An Atlanta former soldier has been convicted by a federal jury of sexually and physically abusing two minors while he was stationed in Germany.Prosecutors say 39-year-old Adam Schlueter's victims were under the age of 10.According to charges presented in court, Schlueter had been stationed in Grafenw&ouml;hr, Germany, from 2009 until 2013. There, he was accused of the sexual and physical abuse of two children."At trial, both minors described being choked and beaten by Schlueter," the U.S. Attorn]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/former-soldier-from-atlanta-convicted-of-sexually-abusing-2-minors-while-serving-in-germany/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 18:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/former-soldier-from-atlanta-convicted-of-sexually-abusing-2-minors-while-serving-in-germany/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ossoff investigating how AI data centers are impacting rising power bills in Georgia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Georgia U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff says his office is investigating whether artificial intelligence data centers have an impact on rising power bills in the state and around the country.The senator, who is running for reelection in November, sent a letter to Laura Swett, the chairman of the Federal Energy Reserve Commission, announcing the investigation on Monday.In the letter, Ossoff said that Georgians have been "suffering from sky-high power bills," arguing that additional data centers and other la]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/ossoff-investigating-how-ai-data-centers-are-impacting-rising-power-bills-in-georgia/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 17:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/ossoff-investigating-how-ai-data-centers-are-impacting-rising-power-bills-in-georgia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man sentenced to life without parole for deadly shooting of 17-year-old at DeKalb County vigil]]></title><description><![CDATA[A man will spend the rest of his life in prison for the murder of a 17-year-old shot during a candlelight vigil in DeKalb County.In March, a jury found 35-year-old Kevin Grier guilty of malice murder, felony murder, two counts of aggravated assault, possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony, and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon or first offender probationer.According to prosecutors, the shooting happened on Nov. 27, 2022, at an apartment complex in unincorporated Deca]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/man-sentenced-to-life-without-parole-for-deadly-shooting-of-17-year-old-at-dekalb-county-vigil/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 17:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/atlanta/man-sentenced-to-life-without-parole-for-deadly-shooting-of-17-year-old-at-dekalb-county-vigil/</guid></item></channel></rss>