The Falcons have one of the worst pass rushes in the NFL. Can they fix that? #falcons #atlantasports #atlanta #atlantafalcons #nfl #nflnews #nflfootball #uga #georgiabulldogs #atlantahawks

Attorney General Chris Carr is the first entry into the 2026 Georgia governor's race. Also, in this edition of Political Update from Atlanta News First, we examine next week's runoff elections throughout metro Atlanta; how Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger is taking a national victory lap after the state's recent smooth presidential election; a…

Misdeeds, an investigative series produced by Atlanta News First from September 2023 through June 2024, exposed a loophole in Georgia law that left local families robbed of their most valued asset: their home. Our reporting uncovered a pattern of deed thefts at the center of real estate fraud. It’s a crime that often goes unpunished. Misdeeds got i…

After roller coaster season, new head coach will be announced before Christmas. That and more on this episode of Sports Tonight.De către Atlanta News First

Atlanta News First and our media partners at Decaturish take you through the stories making headlines in one of metro Atlanta's fastest-growing communities. Download our Atlanta News First app for the latest news and information.De către Atlanta News First

Zenobia Willis was on the verge of bankruptcy. Willis is a small business owner who runs a transport service for disabled adults, seniors and dialysis patients. She said the state agency she works with, the Northeast Georgia Regional Commission (NEGRC), owed her $61,000. Willis said the state-funded agency had not paid her since July. “There is no …

That and more on this episode of Sports Tonight.De către Atlanta News First

The win probability graph probably matched Yellow Jackets fans' heart rates.De către Atlanta News First

The Five Stripes are hoping to put off Dax McCarty's retirement for juuuuuuuuust a bit longer now. #atlantaunited #atlantasports #atlantabraves #braves #wnba #unrivaled #womensbasketball #cfp #collegefootball

Daydrianna Hefner is a Cherokee County, Georgia, mother of two who had a history of substance abuse, evident by a string of mugshots from years ago. Hefner’s addiction led to prison and intervention from the Georgia Department of Human Services Division of Family and Children Services (DFCS), which placed her two kids in foster care in October 2021…

Since state lawmakers approved a measure allowing cities to install school zone speed protection cameras about five years ago, the number of cameras have exploded, from 39 permits for cameras approved in 2019 to 290 last year. Public records uncovered by Atlanta News First Investigates reveal the cameras have generated more than $112 million in rev…

Thieves are targeting airport parking lots, stealing mostly high-end sports cars and pick-up trucks, some of which are later used in other crimes. Car thefts from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport have more than tripled since last year, according to statistics released by the Atlanta Police Department. Through October 2024, 301 cars …

Sale is the first Brave to win the award since Tom Glavine in 1998.

Plus CFP rankings. That and more on this episode of Sports Tonight.De către Atlanta News First

Atlanta News First Sports Director Baillie Burmaster and Sports Anchor Aaron Ladd discuss the Atlanta Falcons' latest loss, what it means for the team going forward and where UGA football sits after an important win over the Tennessee Volunteers.De către Atlanta News First

The next game in NBA Cup group play will be live on Peachtree TV!De către Atlanta News First

Coming off their shocking upset of Inter Miami in the MLS Cup's first round, Atlanta United look to vanquish the other Florida MLS squad in Orlando City. #atlantasports #atlantaunited #mls #mlsplayoffs #tampabay #falcons #atlantafalcons #uga #georgiafootball #georgiabulldogs

Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis is now preparing for a second term, after an explosive first four years as the top law enforcement official in the state’s largest metro area. But for much of it, the headlines were dominated by what Willis was doing inside the walls of Fulton County Superior Court. A blockbuster indictment — which has no…

The Atlanta Dream named their new head coach on Wednesday — and he is one of college basketball’s winningest coaches. Florida Gulf Coast University’s (FGCU) Karl Smesko will lead the Dream in what they hope will be a “new” and “dynamic” style of play. Smesko has the third-highest winning percentage (.843) among active coaches in NCAA Division I wom…

The Atlanta Dream got off the WNBA coaching carousel after hiring Florida Gulf Coast coach Karl Smesko. #atlantasports #atlantadream #wnba #wnbanews #womensbasketball #falcons #braves #floridagulfcoast #hawks #atlantahawks #nbanews

The man accused of killing a nursing student on the University of Georgia’s campus is expected back in court. Laken Riley's body was found after a friend told police she had not returned from a morning run. Jose Ibarra, an undocumented immigrant, was arrested the next day in connection to her death. The case quickly became a flashpoint in the natio…

Donald Trump continues to fill out his White House staff and cabinet in the wake of the historic, unprecedented 2024 presidential election. Georgia Democrats continue to regroup after Trump dominated Georgia and the rest of the nation, and Latino voters came out in strong support of the GOP White House candidate. Atlanta News First and Political Re…

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Atlanta News First Atlanta News First and Decaturish are bringing you the stories making headlines in DeKalb County. Residents living in Scottdale learned about a massive transmission line project when Georgia Power inquired about buying some of their property. DeKalb County leaders discuss a water and sewer rate increase. DeKalb Commission and Dor…

It's all about the Dawgs on this episode of Sports Tonight.De către Atlanta News First

Peachtree TV and the Peachtree Sports Network will simulcast FanDuel Sports Network’s production of the games.

Fulton County prosecutors said Tuesday they will wrap up their case in the historically long Young Slime Life (YSL) trial before Thanksgiving. Defense attorneys will then have the chance to present their case in a trial whose central figure was once superstar rapper Young Thug, but that now is down to only two co-defendants: Shannon Stillwell (aka …

It all comes down to this. Again.

Since Donald Trump won the White House, there have many election questions — and sometimes misconceptions — making the rounds online. Elections expert and University of Georgia political science professor Dr. Charles Bullock appeared on the Atlanta News First podcast to answer some of these questions, as well as talk about Georgia's role in the rac…

Now that Donald Trump has accomplished the biggest political comeback in American history, what happens to the criminal case pending against him in Georgia? The president-elect is accused of engaging in a criminal conspiracy to overturn Georgia’s 2020 election results. Atlanta Attorney Josh Schiffer weighs in on what comes next. Download our Atlant…

Donald Trump has been elected the 47th president of the United States, in what many are calling an extraordinary comeback. With a win in key battleground states, Trump cleared the 270 electoral votes needed to clinch the presidency. Vice President Kamala Harris called the now president-elect to concede the race before addressing the American people…

One of the most recognizable Atlanta Falcons superfans was arrested during the Falcons’ game Sunday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium only hours after interviewing with Atlanta News First Investigates denying allegations she misused any money NFL fans gave to her for tailgates and events. Carolyn Freeman, who calls herself the “Atlanta Falcons BirdLady,” wa…

That and more on this episode of Sports Tonight.De către Atlanta News First

When Bill Haynes studied music in college, he told his mother he didn’t see himself as a teacher. After volunteering just one day at a Kentucky elementary school, he changed his mind. Haynes taught music in public schools for more than 30 years, the majority of that time in Georgia and at Atlanta’s E. Rivers Elementary. Haynes’ life full of music c…

The Dawgs will be somewhere in the first CFP poll, but where?

Plus, the Falcons beat the Cowboys. That and more on this episode of Sports Tonight.De către Atlanta News First

Atlanta United faces Inter Miami Saturday with their season on the line.

“There weren’t many people going into this series that have given us an opportunity, a chance.”

Environmental activist Erin Brockovich held two north Georgia townhalls recently discuss the impact of PFAS - also known as “forever chemicals” - in the state’s drinking water supplies. A continuing series of Atlanta News First investigations has reported on the levels of the chemicals in several north Georgia drinking water supplies, including Rom…

A South Georgia city has lost its ability to write speeding tickets for nearly six months after a state investigation uncovered it altered tickets to hide how much the city collected from citations. According to a letter by the commissioner of the Georgia Department of Public Safety (DPS), the agency suspended the speed detection device permits for…

Two former South Georgia police officers claim they were pressured to write traffic citations to generate revenue to bolster their city’s budgets. John Masters and Zack Watson, who worked for the Poulan, Georgia, police department about two years ago, said they felt compelled to speak out after Atlanta News First Investigates published a series of …

FBI Atlanta is seeing a substantial increase in computer cookie thefts. Atlanta News First Investigates talks with Joe Zadik, FBI supervisory special agent, on how you can take more steps to protect your online personal information from thieves.De către Atlanta News First

And UGA-Florida is coming to Atlanta in 2026.

Atlanta City Councilmember Liliana Bakhtiari is facing scrutiny after a Fulton County school accused her of lashing out at students during a Q&A session. Residents in DeKalb County could soon see an increase in their water and sewer bill. Chakira Johnson, candidate for DeKalb's District 4 Commissioner position, joins the show to talk about early vo…

Either Donald Trump or Kamala Harris will make history on Nov. 5, and both candidates know the road to the Oval Office runs through Georgia. Atlanta News First digital producer Tim Darnell and Dr. Ben Taylor, professor of political science at Kennesaw State University, talk about the recent rallies both candidates have held in Atlanta and Georgia, …

ANF Sports Director Baillie Burmaster talks about the injuries for the Hawks just four games in and much more!De către Atlanta News First

Plus the Braves get a new hitting coach. That and more on this episode of Sports Tonight.De către Atlanta News First

Atlanta News First Sports Director Baillie Burmaster previews Atlanta United's first game against Inter Miami in the playoffs in Florida. In addition, Baillie talks latest injury report ahead of Sunday's game for the FalconsDe către Atlanta News First

Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are tied among likely voters in Georgia, including those who are undecided yet leaning toward a candidate, according to a new Marist Poll. Political Analyst Dr. Ben Taylor joined Atlanta News First to break down Georgia’s role in electing the nation's 47th president. Download our Atlant…

Kennesaw State also clinches a victory and the Braves get a new hitting coach.De către Atlanta News First