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Cyber outage causing flight delays, cancelations at Atlanta Airport, other systems impacted | Updates
ATLANTA — Flights at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport were ground-stopped on Friday following a widespread cyber outage; other systems were also impacted. Several airlines have released statements stating that the CrowdStrike outage is impacting their systems. Crowds are building at the Atlanta Airport, with flyers stating that their airline apps are also not updating to show them their flights were delayed or canceled.
Atlanta Airport continues to see cancelations and delays on Saturday | CrowdStrike tech outage
ATLANTA — Flight delays and cancellations at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport continued on Saturday morning following a widespread cyber outage; other systems were also impacted. There were still crowds at the Atlanta Airport on Saturday after several airlines released statements saying that the CrowdStrike outage on Friday was impacting...
Gwinnett County Schools nearly fills all positions ahead of the start of school
GWINNETT COUNTY, Ga. — With just weeks until many school districts start the school year, some are ramping up efforts to fill open positions. However, the state's largest school district is almost fully staffed. JW Mozley, the Executive Director of Talent Management for Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS), said...
'Everything was destroyed': Atlanta Police investigating after multiple car break-ins near Buckhead neighborhood
ATLANTA — Atlanta Police is investigating a string of car break-ins in Atlanta’s Peachtree Hills neighborhood. Police confirmed that multiple cars were broken into in the area around 350 Peachtree Hills Circle NE., adding the investigation into the incidents is active and ongoing. Brandy Doty said she woke...
Residents worry lightning could strike twice after massive apartment fire in East Point
ATLANTA — For the more than 70 people who live in the 12 units destroyed by fire inside the Park at Galaway apartment complex, their lives are forever changed. Now, other residents, nonprofits and even a nearby school are doing what they can to help. Fire crews were called...
Several lanes blocked after crash on I-85 South at North Druid Hills Road
ATLANTA — Several lanes are blocked after a crash on I-85 south at North Druid Hills Road Thursday afternoon. GDOT511 shows heavy traffic delays in the area and anticipates the crash to be cleared around 7:30 p.m. Georgia Department of Transportation's camera also shows two cars blocking the center...
Wave of storms moving through metro Atlanta | Latest updates
ATLANTA — Another round of afternoon thunderstorms is making its way through metro Atlanta on Thursday. Heavy rain and frequent lightning are possible. A couple of storms may be capable of producing strong winds, but the severe weather threat is overall low. The Storm Prediction Center did add northeast Georgia in a Level 1 threat of severe weather for gusty winds.
The Forum in Peachtree Corners announces new tenants
GWINNETT COUNTY, Ga. — North American Properties is well underway with its revamp of suburban shopping center The Forum Peachtree Corners, which announced new tenants that include three concepts for food hall Politan Row. During a hard hat tour of the property on July 17, North American confirmed British...
This metro Atlanta city has been named a top-10 'hidden gem' for startups
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — One metro Atlanta city is increasingly considered an underrated hot spot for business -- so much so it's been rated one of the ten best under-the-radar locales in the country to start one. The financial website MarketBeat tabbed Alpharetta as the No. 10 "hidden gem" city...
Here are 11 things to do in Atlanta this weekend: July 19 - 21
ATLANTA — Looking for some fun this summer weekend in Atlanta? Whether you’re interested in music, gaming, or zoo animals, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. From murder mystery dinners to tennis classes. Here are 11 events happening from July 19 to 21. Candlelight Concert: Coldplay &...
Clayton police investigating shooting death of 18-year-old
CLAYTON COUNTY, Ga. — The Clayton County Police Department is seeking public assistance to gather information regarding the homicide of 18-year-old Richard Lee Jackson Jr. Jackson was killed on Thursday, July 18, according to a CCPD release. Officers responded to the area of Warrington Place and Crystal Lake Road, where they found Jackson facedown in a patch of grass by the road. They checked on him to discover that he had been shot multiple times and was dead.
Georgia transportation officials set plans for additional $1.5 billion in spending
ATLANTA — Transportation officials on Thursday announced plans to spend an extra $1.5 billion on projects in Georgia. Gov. Brian Kemp and lawmakers approved the money earlier this year, dipping into the state's $10.7 billion surplus to speed up state and local roadbuilding. The state Transportation Board, meeting Thursday...
Driver leads troopers on chase, jumps over wall and falls to concrete walkway on Atlanta Beltline: GSP
ATLANTA — A driver led Georgia State Patrol troopers on a chase Thursday afternoon, which led to a large law enforcement presence along the Westside Atlanta Beltline Connector Trail. According to GSP, troopers attempted to stop a white Mercedes C300 for traffic violations on Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway NW...
Delta organizes send-off for Team USA Olympic athletes at Atlanta airport
ATLANTA — Delta Air Lines celebrated members of Team USA on Wednesday at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport before the athletes flew to Paris for the Summer Olympic Games. The airline had T-shirts and water bottles at the gate where archers, fencers, basketball players and other athletes were scheduled...
Trump shooter reportedly had photos on phone of politicians, including Fulton DA Fani Willis
ATLANTA — The man who fired at former President Donald Trump reportedly had several photos of politicians on his phone, including Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis, according to a CNN report Thursday. The CNN report noted that the pictures of figures such as DA Willis, Rudy Giuliani and...
Friends, community raising funds to support family after Georgia college student's stabbing death
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — The friends and community of Tiana Dye are raising funds to support her family after the 21-year-old Clayton County native's tragic stabbing death in Alabama. Dye, who was a rising senior at Alabama State University in Montgomery, was stabbed on July 14 and was sent to...
Historic buildings on Ponce catch fire a little over a month following another fire
A fire broke out at a historic block of buildings Wednesday morning on Ponce, a little over a month following another fire at roughly the same location. The fire appeared to occur at what used to be one of the most renowned LGBTQ+ bars in Atlanta on Thursday according to fire officials, as well as a historic Kodak building adjoining the former bar.
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