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Looks like there is a small possibility of snow this weekend. See what our friends the 11 Alive Weather Impact Team have to say.

This week federal agents from the FBI were seen executing a court-authorized search at the Fulton County Election Hub and Operation Center in Union City, Georgia just south of Atlanta. Officials confirmed the action took place on Wednesday but have not shared details about what the investigation involves or why it is happening. The election […]

MARTA will operate lifeline bus routes only and reduced rail and paratransit services on Sunday, January 25th. Rail service will begin at 6 a.m. with trains arriving every 20 minutes.  Bus service will only run on lifeline routes that provide direct service to major medical facilities and emergency rooms. These are routes 6, 8, 19, 40, 107, […]

When the lights go out, it can feel a little unsettling, especially if you have kids at home or a busy evening planned. But a power outage doesn’t have to mean boredom or stress. With a little creativity, you can turn it into quality family time and even some unexpected fun. Here are ideas to […]

What’s New to Watch This Week: Streaming Picks Worth Your TimeIf you are ready for a new lineup of shows and movies to stream this week, there is plenty to explore across Netflix, Hulu, Disney-owned platforms, Peacock and Paramount+. Whether you are winding down after work or carving out time to relax at home, there’s […]

Atlanta, get ready to stay cozy. As colder temperatures roll in, the City of Atlanta is opening warming centers to make sure residents have a safe and warm place to spend the night. The warming centers will be available starting Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. through Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. […]

Tensions between the United States and Venezuela are impacting Georgia, with protests in Atlanta and concerns among the large Venezuelan community in Gwinnett County. The Venezuelan-American population in Georgia has grown significantly in recent years, with many fleeing economic and political turmoil in their home country. The situation in Venezuela could jeopardize the Temporary Protected […]

There’s always something beautiful happening in the Atlanta area; this time it’s group of Buddhist monks walking all the way from Texas to Washington, D.C. on a Walk for Peace to spread love, unity, and compassion, and they’ve been making their way right through our area. They’ve already been through west Georgia and metro Atlanta […]

Atlanta is gearing up for this cold snap that’s about to hit us with freezing temps and wind chills, and the city is not playing around. They’re opening up warming centers so folks who need a place to get out the cold can stay safe and warm. They’re setting these up at spots like the […]

A Georgia-based company called Suzanna’s Kitchen had to pull over 60,000 pounds of their fully cooked, bone-in breaded chicken off the map because of a serious labeling mix-up. The USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service says the chicken actually had soy in it — a common allergen — but the label didn’t say a thing […]

In 2026, visitors to national parks will no longer have free entry on Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Juneteenth, but will have the opportunity to visit for free on President Donald Trump’s birthday, which coincides with Flag Day. The National Park Service has added seven new free entrance days for 2026, including Trump’s birthday. […]

Starting on Feb. 1, the Transportation Security Administration will charge a $45 fee for passengers without a REAL ID, who will have to go through additional identity verification at security checkpoints. The fee is meant to cover the costs of the new system, including technology and administrative expenses. The new process is optional and does […]