Atlanta, Georgia, the nation, and the world
A new Reuters analysis suggests North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper's focus on jobs, education, and bipartisan appeal could offer a blueprint for Democrats in purple states like Georgia.
October 19, 2026
State Senator Ed Setzler participated in the Georgia Politics Speaker Series at Kennesaw State University, offering metro Atlanta students and residents an opportunity to engage with state leadership.
October 19, 2026
Philippe Lazzarini, former UNRWA commissioner-general, denounces the international community's tacit acceptance of Gaza's destruction as 'a disgrace,' calling for accountability under international law.
October 19, 2026
Progressive Atlanta voters in the historic Collier Heights neighborhood heard directly from candidates seeking Georgia's highest office at a community forum ahead of the state primary.
October 18, 2026
A devastating scene unfolded in Kansas when a truck plowed through a youth soccer game, killing a 6-year-old child and one other person. Atlanta parents are reminded of the urgent need for safety at youth sporting events.
October 18, 2026
As deadly Russian strikes leave millions without power, President Trump's decision to suspend sanctions aligns with Putin's interests—and Atlanta's Ukrainian community and national security experts are alarmed.
October 18, 2026
Belgium said Israeli settlers attacked Palestinians and European diplomats in the West Bank, adding to a surge of settler violence that human rights groups have documented over recent years.
October 18, 2026
Nationwide measles cases hit 4,410, according to the CDC. Atlanta health experts urge vigilance as the highly contagious virus spreads.
October 17, 2026
Former President Donald Trump is in Georgia today, underscoring the state's pivotal role in upcoming elections. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports the political stakes are high as the visit unfolds.
October 17, 2026
Georgia's record-breaking early voting turnout signals high Democratic enthusiasm heading into the midterms, a trend that could spell trouble for Republicans in the Peach State.
October 17, 2026
Israeli settlers burned olive trees and injured a journalist in the West Bank, underscoring the escalating violence against Palestinians — a crisis that resonates in Atlanta's diverse communities.
October 17, 2026
A person who died after being ejected from a Six Flags Over Georgia ride has been identified, per FOX 5 Atlanta. Details are limited as the investigation unfolds.
October 16, 2026
Georgia voters are turning out in record numbers for early voting, with turnout nearing 365,000 and signaling strong Democratic enthusiasm ahead of the midterms.
October 16, 2026
With commercial goods no longer entering Gaza, humanitarian groups fear a deepening crisis for over two million Palestinians. Atlanta advocates are calling for urgent action to uphold international law.
October 16, 2026
Georgia voters turned out in record numbers on the first day of midterm early voting, a surge that may foreshadow Democratic momentum and new Republican vulnerabilities in a key battleground.
October 15, 2026
Six Flags Over Georgia plans to reopen Friday but will keep its Goliath coaster closed after a fatal fall, raising safety questions for the Atlanta-area park.
October 15, 2026
After a stretch of record-breaking temperatures, CBS News reports that significant weather changes are on the way for Georgia. AtlantaStar explores the climate-driven volatility affecting the state.
October 15, 2026
Atlanta Public Schools is mourning the loss of an educator described as 'cherished' following a tragic incident at Six Flags, according to Atlanta News First.
October 14, 2026
Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms was left at an empty podium as opponent Rick Jackson skipped the Atlanta Press Club debate, according to TheGrio.
October 14, 2026
A reported diesel agreement between former President Trump and Vladimir Putin is drawing sharp criticism from Congress, and Atlanta observers say the deal could have local economic and security implications.
October 14, 2026