Georgia’s rising power demand fuels debate over solar farm expansion
Should trains run on the Atlanta Beltline? Residents speak out.
Things to do in Atlanta
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15 family-friendly events in Atlanta this weekend
Our list of 15 family-friendly metro Atlanta outings this weekend includes a Chattahoochee Nature Center butterfly festival and the return of Georgia Aquarium’s Glow Nights.
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Headed to Decatur WatchFest to celebrate FIFA World Cup? Here’s what to know.
Here’s what to expect if you plan to catch the Decatur WatchFest, which will coincide with FIFA World Cup and feature acts like Big Boi and Indigo Girls.
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After 10 years of Amplify Decatur, musicians still singing event’s praises
After 10 years, Atlanta and national acts still sing the music festival’s praises. Gillian Welch & David Rawlings headline Saturday’s main event.
Georgia Entertainment Scene
Review: ‘In the Heights’ is a lofty achievement for Aurora Theatre
Review: ‘In the Heights’ is a lofty achievement for Aurora Theatre. Its electric production of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s joyful musical conveys great love for Latin culture.
Here’s where Apple TV’s ‘Cape Fear’ was shot around metro Atlanta
Apple TV shot its TV series version of "Cape Fear" in metro Atlanta including Lake Allatoona, Little Five Points, Inman Park and Assembly Studios in Doraville.
BOOKSHELF
Harrowing ‘Gowanus Crossing’ captures vanishing sense of community
Georgia resident and author Vincent Coppola's memoir "Gowanus Crossing" about his childhood in Brooklyn captures a vanishing sense of community.
Food & Dining
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EXCLUSIVE
New York-based Irish bar opens in Centennial Yards this week
“Split the G” and enjoy an Irish “spice bag” at Irish Exit once it opens in downtown Atlanta on June 12.
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Check out FIFA World Cup parties, a Juneteenth dinner this week in Atlanta
This week in Atlanta, catch a soccer watch party at Daily Chew, get tickets for a chef collaboration dinner celebrating Juneteenth and attend a World Cup party.
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New customers flock to metro Atlanta’s West African restaurants
West African restaurants are growing around metro Atlanta, with interest in the cuisine broadening to new audiences.
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South Downtown green, an atrium at CNN’s old home debut ahead of World Cup
The two projects — the redevelopment of South Downtown and “The Center,” the revamp of the former CNN Center — highlight downtown’s rapid change ahead of the World Cup.
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Plan your long weekend in metro Atlanta: Festivals, fireworks and more
Here are 10 of the best things to do in Atlanta this weekend.
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Volunteers needed for 2026 Peachtree Road Race
Jobs range from greeters to setup and breakdown at 57th running of ‘world’s largest 10K race.’
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Plunge into summer at metro Atlanta pools, splash pads and water parks
A roundup of metro Atlanta pools, splash pads and water parks that provide a cool respite as temperatures heat up.
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Sherri Shepherd won’t let talk show cancellation get her down
Sherri Shepherd, who will be at Buckhead Theatre on May 16 for a stand-up comedy show, lamented her talk show cancellation, which was a victim of shifting viewer habits.
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CNN hunts for audiences beyond cable. Weather app is part of that strategy.
The free CNN Weather app, which has a green icon instead of the network's usual red, is the new organization's first standalone lifestyle product.
The ultimate weekend checklist: 10 metro Atlanta events you absolutely need to check out
Here are 10 of the best things to do in Atlanta this weekend.
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Can’t get World Cup tickets? An immersive alternative is coming to Atlanta.
Cosm, a 70,000-square-foot dome that uses the same technology as planetariums, announced it will showcase World Cup matches at its forthcoming Centennial Yards location.
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How Ted Turner built CNN, the world’s first 24-hour news network
From a shoestring startup in Atlanta, Ted Turner launched CNN, pioneering 24-hour cable news and transforming the global media landscape.
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Ways to have fun near Mercedes-Benz Stadium during the FIFA World Cup
Here’s your guide to food, fun and places to stay near Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium.