Jade Novah: From viral Rihanna cover to Atlanta music star
This Atlanta man turned a Barbie van into a gas-powered ride
Things to do in Atlanta
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Corinne Bailey Rae brings 20th-anniversary tour to Atlanta, writes kids’ book
Grammy winner Corinne Bailey Rae will perform her self-titled debut album at Buckhead Theatre in Atlanta.
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CULTURAL EVENTS
5 free arts events you should catch at Atlanta’s World Cup cultural hub
The Atlanta Cultural Exchange will celebrate FIFA World Cup with eight days of panels, music and visual arts.
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HAPPENING TODAY
Decatur WatchFest, celebrating World Cup, starts today. 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.
Georgia Entertainment Scene
Martha Zoller leaving her WDUN daily show following heart attack
Martha Zoller is leaving her talk show on Gainesville's WDUN after having a heart attack: “I can’t control that stress. I can control being at the radio station every day.”
Josh Groban on engagement, Hollywood Walk star, awkward dancing and film songs
Josh Groban, who'll perform with Jennifer Hudson at Gas South Arena Wednesday, quips that Atlanta's humidity “is really great for my voice.”
CONCERT REVIEW
Braves Country Fest has home run debut with Ella Langley, Cody Johnson
While the Braves were in New York to play the Mets, Truist Park was packed with thousands of fans enjoying singers Cody Johnson, Ella Langley, Ernest and Mackenzie Carpenter.
Food & Dining
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Atlanta restaurants, chefs shut out at 2026 James Beard Awards
Results and coverage from the 2026 James Beard Awards in Chicago, where a chef, restaurant and hospitality group with Atlanta connections were finalists.
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RECIPE
Shortcuts transform bo ssam from a party dinner to a weeknight meal
The secrets to making family-style bo ssam in less than 30 minutes.
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Sweeten Father’s Day with Georgia-made hickory syrup
Beth and Bruce Palmer of Sutton Mill Creek Syrup Co. in Clarkesville, make syrup from the bark of hickory trees grown in Georgia.
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PHOTOS: Atlanta Jazz Festival 2026
The annual fest was held on Memorial Day weekend at Piedmont Park, attracting crowds to see the musicians and singers despite some stormy weather.
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PHOTOS: MomoCon 2026 held in Atlanta
MomoCon is back and taking over the Georgia World Congress Center this weekend for an epic celebration of anime, gaming, comics and cosplay.
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PHOTOS: Hot 107.9 Who’s Hot Showcase and Concert
The showcase is leading up to the Atlanta hip-hop station’s 30th Birthday Bash.
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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.