Business stories in Atlanta

Inaugural Hispanic business owners event  April 24 — Around 140 people attended the April 23 Hispanic Business Outreach Event at the Norcross Cultural Arts & Community Center. With a successful inaugural event, more events are now in the works. You can read more about the Hispa

OTP and looking for a reputable plumbing company that doesn't charge an arm and leg. Potentially have a leaking water main pipe. You guys have any recommendations for one?

The Everest you don’t have to climb Friday, April 24 — It’s Cathy and Katie with our weekly newsletter. The sheer volume of unsolicited emails that pass through our inboxes is insane, and most don’t apply to Rough Draft Atlanta’s coverage area or are just silline

French Broad Chocolates PBC announced that it is recalling some of its Bette’s Bake Sale Bonbon Collection after some of the confection product had the potential to contain undeclared walnuts. Read more trending newsThe company, based in Asheville, North Carolina, announced the recall in a news rele

A California-based ice cream company is recalling dozens of products over missing ingredient labels that could put people with food allergies at risk.

Hi, anyone ITP with a Rainbird irrigation system have positive experiences with a company to service or repair it? Thanks in advance.

Travelers Property Casualty Insurance Company is reducing auto insurance premiums for Georgia drivers by 10.1%, resulting in approximately $40 million in savings. This marks the ninth rate reduction by various insurance companies in the state since November, reflecting a more competitive insurance market.

The Key Biscayne mansion featured in 'Scarface' is up for sale with a staggering price tag of $237 million. If sold at this price, it would break the record for the most expensive home sale in Miami-Dade County.

Hi! Looking for help from teachers, special needs parents, or anyone with experience in hiring an advocate. My son is in kindergarten with an IEP and we are having extreme difficulties with communication from his teachers. He is nonverbal and has Down syndrome and is currently being held to some ri

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Alphonso Smith, an Atlanta business owner, is contesting a $5,000 water bill that spiked unexpectedly from $13. Despite hiring a plumber who found no leaks, the city has not adjusted the bill, prompting Smith to consider legal action.

The cuts follow losses in two pivotal court cases and the company's push to invest in artificial intelligence.

Shareholders of Warner Bros. Discovery have approved a $110 billion merger with Paramount Skydance, pending regulatory review. Media mogul David Ellison aims to produce 30 movies annually from the combined studios, a move that has garnered support from industry leaders.

Party City is making a comeback by partnering with Staples to open 700 locations inside Staples stores across the nation. This strategic move aims to provide a one-stop shopping experience for party supplies and office essentials.

In this week’s Quick Bites, get intel on new openings in Chamblee and Buckhead, restaurants coming to Poncey-Highland and Virginia-Highland, a chef shakeup at The Select in Sandy Springs, and more Atlanta dining news. We’re also sharing details on Filipino restaurant Estrellita’s grant from Invest A

I must have applied for 100+ jobs and internships and all I get is rejection after rejection. I keep hearing that the job market is tough nowadays, but I keep getting rejected for entry level positions that I’m overqualified for. All the hits I’m getting are these MLM positions that seem very shady

Tesla's profits were up from this time last year. But the company warned investors to prepare for expensive investments in next-generation technology like humanoid robots and AI.

Business owners reflect on impact as vendors prepare for next steps, and farewell events mark final days.

The war with Iran has led the U.S. military looking to increase its spending for next year to billions on drones, air defense systems and fighter jets.

Hello People of ATL! I have to go up to Norcross/Tucker area this evening to get some work done on my car. I figured I’d try to find a cool restaurant to get some dinner at while I’m up there. Hoping you might have some recommendations for your favorite restaurants in the area. I love all types

Hey guys, I've got a bag sitting at the airport that just came in, but I'm completely slammed with work and can’t make it out there to grab it. Does anyone know if UPS or FedEx offers some kind of pickup and delivery service for this? Or am I stuck having to go down there myself. Ps: I skipped a l

Jagger Suite, a new rooftop lounge atop the Moxy Hotel, has unveiled its Golden Hour menu featuring elevated bites and cocktails. The lounge offers stunning views of the Atlanta skyline and a retro ambiance, making it a perfect spot for post-work gatherings.

Key points: Clark’s Steakhouse opens April 23 at the 2827 Peachtree building near Fellini’s in Buckhead. Backed by C&S Seafood and Oyster Bar owner Rich Clark, Clark’s melds a New York City steakhouse with a Southern restaurant. In addition to prime steaks, expect proteins like veniso

For almost 25 years, Wayfair has been the online destination for everything home—from furnishings and accessories to lighting and plumbing. Now, the company has opened a 150,000-square-foot superstore in Atlanta at The District at Howell Mill, its second brick-and-mortar store in the country. (The f

Spirit has not confirmed a liquidation, though it has filed for bankruptcy protection twice. Experts predict rising fuel costs could push the company to close its doors for good.

Billie Little had worked for Thomson Reuters for about two decades. She was fired after questioning whether federal immigration agents unlawfully used their products.

The Atlanta Business Chronicle (paywall) reported on Monday, April 20, that Lazy Betty co-founder Aaron Phillips had left the Michelin-starred restaurant in Midtown.As of Monday afternoon, Lazy Betty no longer listed Phillips on its website as the executive chef of the tasting restaurant he helped f

[Link: https://www.reddit.com/gallery/1ss1vin] I received this yesterday, 4-20-26. I'm confused! I do art festivals for a living, so I was considered a gig worker. They claim that I never provided information for them when they never asked for it. Now I'm very worried that they're going to try to

Who’s hiring part-time evenings/nights (flexible schedule) with a quick hiring process? In the Gwinnett/ Johns creek/buford/alpharetta areas Background in Finance but need a part time job for extra income. I am open to anything at this point with reasonable pay.