Atlanta airport expects 2.3 million travelers over Labor Day travel period

Atlanta airport expects 2.3 million travelers over Labor Day travel period It’s Labor Day weekend and the world’s busiest airport for passengers is expecting a surge of travelers. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport expects around 2.3 million travelers to pass through Atlanta from Sep. 2 through Sep. 9. If that happens, officials say that would be a 1% increase from last year’s holiday travel. Friday, Sep. 4 is expected to be […]

September 4, 2026 8

Community

Atlanta bar honors Dolly Parton with charity tribute

Atlanta bar, 'Jolene Jolene', raises money for Dolly Parton 'Imagination Library' Jolene Jolene in Atlanta's Kirkwood neighborhood became a gathering place Wednesday night for fans remembering Dolly Parton and raising money for her children's literacy program. The bar hosted “Dolly Hour,” a four-hour tribute benefiting Dolly Parton's Imagination Library. Guests celebrated the singer through themed drinks and outfits while supporting the literacy organization. One of the night's featured drinks was […]

August 27, 2026 9

Business

Atlanta culinary incubator helps chefs turn cultural traditions into businesses

Atlanta culinary incubator helps chefs turn cultural traditions into businesses In Atlanta’s Lindbergh neighborhood, a culinary incubator is giving chefs from immigrant, refugee and minority communities a lower-risk way to develop their food businesses while introducing diners to cuisines from around the world. Located on Piedmont Road, Chow A La Carte operates as a rotating test kitchen. Instead of taking on the full expense of opening a restaurant, participating chefs […]

August 26, 2026 13

Community

Atlanta nonprofit repairs donated bikes to give children a safe ride

Atlanta nonprofit repairs donated bikes to give children a safe ride An Atlanta nonprofit collects used bicycles and repairs them to give them to children. Free Bikes 4 Kidz Atlanta is preparing for an upcoming bike rodeo at Glanton Elementary School in Grantville on Sept. 2. Junior DeBarros is the vice chair of the board for the nonprofit. He told CBS News Atlanta that safety is their priority while they […]

August 21, 2026 16

Atlanta skyline with Bank of America Plaza in the center

Business

Atlanta’s Bank of America Plaza plans new restaurant and possible observation deck

Atlanta’s Bank of America Plaza plans new restaurant and possible observation deck Bank of America Plaza, one of Atlanta’s most recognizable skyscrapers, plans to open its doors to the public. The building’s lobby underwent a $20 million transformation last year to modernize elevators, office space and create a new tenant lounge on the 37th floor. In June, the CP Group, a major commercial real estate investment and management firm, started […]

August 18, 2026 11

Environment

Environmental groups threaten lawsuit over Flint River pollution from airport

Environmental groups threaten lawsuit over Flint River pollution from airport Environmental groups sent leaders of the City of Atlanta and the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport a notice last week of their intent to file a lawsuit against the entities for ongoing illegal pollution of the Flint River. Flint Riverkeeper and the Southern Environmental Law Center sent the notice to Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens and Airport General Manager Ricky Smith saying […]

August 5, 2026 14

U.S. District Court Judge Eleanor Ross official portrait.

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Judge’s misconduct made public as Georgia lawmakers push impeachment

Judge's misconduct made public as Georgia lawmakers push impeachment Shortly after a federal judge in Atlanta received a “private reprimand” for her conduct, the judge’s identity was disclosed. Then, two congressional Republicans from Georgia introduced impeachment resolution against her. An investigation found that U.S. District Court Judge Eleanor Ross had sex with a high-ranking police officer in her chambers, attended a partisan political event and then lied about it to […]

August 5, 2026 13

Community

Atlanta funds teen-led effort to expand safe spaces for young people

Atlanta funds teen-led effort to expand safe spaces for young people Atlanta is turning to young people to help create more places where teenagers can gather safely, awarding $50,000 to a pair of local student leaders behind a youth-focused community organization. The funding will support 17-year-olds Devin Mitchell and Haile Irving, founders of The Spot, an Atlanta-based organization dedicated to promoting community safety and providing positive opportunities for teens. Working […]

July 23, 2026 8

Community

Atlanta’s World Cup crowds are giving the city’s dating scene a boost

Atlanta’s World Cup crowds are giving the city’s dating scene a boost Packed watch parties and fans from around the globe are doing more than filling Atlanta’s stadiums and sports bars—they’re also helping spark new relationships. A new survey from DatingAdvice.com ranks Atlanta as the second-most romantic U.S. host city during the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup. The survey found 46% of singles said they have gone on a date […]

July 15, 2026 8

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