Atlanta Spanish-language journalist deported

Editor’s note: The video above is from an earlier report. ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Mario Guevara, the Atlanta Spanish-language journalist who spent months in ICE custody, has been deported. The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ)...

Georgia Farmers Should Get $531M in Helene Aid But the Deal’s Not Done Yet

The wait continues for Georgia farmers who need more aid after Hurricane Helene, even as state and federal officials in other states announce agreements. The U.S. Department of Agriculture and Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper this...

Georgia seeking bounce back game against Kentucky

ATLANTA — The Georgia Bulldogs are hurting. Kirby Smart doesn't mind a bit. From his perspective, a crushing loss to Alabama will go a long way toward determining if this team has what it takes to make another championship run. So far, the coach...

Georgia Attorney General announces crackdown on deceptive cancer charity fundraising scheme

ATLANTA — Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr says his office, along with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and partners in 17 other states, has shut down what officials describe as a deceptive charity fundraising scheme that misled donors and...

Atlanta City Council candidates address LGBTQ+ issues at forum

Support local news in ATL Atlanta’s best morning newsletter Rough Draft is a clever, curated, and concise email to help you stay up-to-date. Key Points: Thirteen candidates in four municipal races answered questions about LGBTQ+ issues at Georgia...

Georgia forestry considers future after Helene, mill closures and market decline

Georgia's forestry industry is reeling from two major setbacks since 2024. Last year, timber growers suffered an estimated billion dollars in losses from Hurricane Helene, and this year saw the closure of three large South Georgia paper mills in...

Georgia Church Elder Accused of Stealing $200,000 From Congregation

A man who once guided spiritual life at Broad Street Church of Christ in LaGrange now faces felony theft charges after police say he took more than $200,000 from the church’s accounts. ⚖️ What Happened: Howard Lester, a former elder at the church,...

Atlanta-based ‘Pour Minds’ podcast duo to announce new tour

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - You’ve heard your podcast, and now you’ll get to see them in person: The two ladies behind the popular “Pour Minds” podcast are going on tour! Drea Nicole and Lex P. came to Atlanta to talk about their rise to...

Georgia Tech athletics switching from Adidas to Under Armour

ATLANTA — The Georgia Tech athletic department announced Friday that it will move from Adidas to Under Armour as its uniform and merchandise maker. Georgia Tech and Under Armour agreed to a 10-year deal that will begin on July 1, 2026. They have...

Georgia Families Work 16 Days a Month Just to Pay The Bills

A new survey of households across the country reveals what many already feel in their bones: the money doesn’t stretch like it used to. 💰 Why It Matters: Families in Georgia are spending more than half their monthly income on basic expenses before...

Nighthawks Finish 5th In Georgia Tech XC Invitational

ATLANTA, Ga. – The University of North Georgia (UNG) women's cross country team finished in fifth place at the Georgia Tech XC Invitational in Atlanta, Ga. Friday morning. The Nighthawks raced to 170 points as host Georgia Tech won the event with...

Georgia lawmakers hear more from both sides on election security

Published 10:29 am Friday, October 3, 2025 By Ty Tagami, Capitol Beat News Service ATLANTA — Georgia lawmakers who say they want to address doubts about election security wrapped up a fifth marathon meeting Thursday, hearing about themes repeated...

The US-ROK test case: Can visas and rules unlock American shipbuilding?

In 1890, Alfred Thayer Mahan wrote, “Whoever rules the waves rules the world.” His ideas quickly shaped US foreign policy and inspired leaders such as Theodore Roosevelt, who embraced naval expansion as the key to American power projection. Today,...

Journalist deported after covering Georgia ICE protest, sparking press freedom concerns

Journalist deported after covering Georgia ICE protest, sparking press freedom concerns Prosecutors have dropped criminal charges against him. Updated: 2:02 PM EDT Oct 3, 2025 Editorial Standards ⓘ Above file video: Lawyers: Reporter's deportation...

The Atlanta Cup Serves Up Excitement Mere Miles from Oglethorpe University

Just down the street from Oglethorpe University, the inaugural Atlanta Cup tennis exhibition brings together world-class athletes and the enthusiastic Atlanta tennis community for a one-night-only event. Held on Dec. 6, 2025, at Gas South Arena,...

Man arrested, accused of stealing construction equipment from site of future Georgia Buc-ee’s

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - A man has been arrested after two pieces of construction equipment vanished from the work site of a future Buc-ee’s in Monroe County. Homer Roy, a 35-year-old from Fairburn, faces two counts of theft by taking....

Checkout.com secures Georgia banking charter milestone, accelerating US investment to win the enterprise digital payments market

Checkout.com’s application for a Merchant Acquirer Limited Purpose Bank (MALPB) charter accepted by the Georgia Department of Banking and Finance The charter will enable greater control, deliver improved digital payments performance for enterprise...

Yungblud Announces 2026 North American Tour Dates

Yungblud has announced his first batch of 2026 North American tour dates and they're apparently taking place at the biggest venues he's ever played. The newly-announced Idols trek will kick off May 1 in Michigan and wrap up in mid-June in Georgia....

Yungblud Announces Second North American Leg Of Idols World Tour For Spring 2026

Photo: Tom Pallant Yungblud has scheduled a second North American leg of his Idols World Tour for next spring. The new 24-date run will kick off on May 1 in Michigan and includes stops in major cities including New York City's Radio City Music...

Checkout.com seeks Georgia banking charter

Dive Brief: Digital payments processor Checkout.com has submitted its application for a banking charter to the Georgia Department of Banking and Finance, the company said Friday. The U.K.-based firm is seeking Georgia’s merchant acquirer limited...