Community stories in Atlanta

An AI-powered application is revolutionizing the expungement process for millions of Americans with criminal records, making it easier for eligible individuals to clear their records. This development addresses significant barriers to employment faced by those with past convictions.

The Grateful Dead, known for their 30-year original run, continues to captivate audiences long after their disbandment. The focus now shifts to how their music will persist in the cultural landscape.

The SNAP program has experienced a significant decline in participation, with over 4 million people no longer receiving food assistance. This drop follows historic cuts and changes to the program that began last July.

Emergency teams rescued more than a dozen people from rising floodwaters in McCaysville, Georgia, during severe weather. Many of those rescued were vacationers unaware of the danger.

McCaysville has issued a boil water advisory after flooding caused multiple water main breaks, impacting the water treatment plant's capacity. City officials are urging residents to take precautions with their water supply.

Six-year-old Tupac Staples has emerged from a coma after being hit by a car while walking with his family. His recovery journey continues as he faces severe injuries and his family copes with the emotional and financial strain.

Atlanta Dream All-Star Angel Reese partnered with the YMCA to provide 1,000 local families with school supplies at a recent event. The giveaway aimed to empower students as they prepare for the new school year.

Gwinnett County has established a Homelessness Task Force to develop long-term solutions for homelessness in the area. The 10-member group will analyze data, gather public feedback, and recommend strategies to improve the county's response to homelessness.

McCaysville, Georgia, has declared a state of emergency following severe flooding caused by drainage issues from State Highway 5 construction. Local businesses, the police department, and the post office have been affected, prompting road closures and a call for residents to conserve water.

The town of McCaysville, Georgia, is in a state of emergency following sudden flooding that caused power outages and significant damage. City officials are urging residents to conserve water as the treatment plant remains offline and water storage levels are critically low.

Houses of Hope distributed school supplies collected through Channel 2 Action News' Stuff the Bus initiative to foster children in need. The event, which took place on Saturday, highlighted the community's record-breaking contributions of 7,300 book bags.

Residents of McCaysville are being urged to conserve water following a power outage at the local water treatment plant caused by severe flooding. The flooding has also made roads impassable, complicating the situation further.

Severe flooding in McCaysville, Georgia, has led to the declaration of a state of emergency as downtown roads are submerged. The flooding is attributed to construction-related drainage issues, impacting local businesses.

Atlanta Angels is bringing connection, confidence, and creativity to youth in foster care through a special cooking experience led by local educator and influencer Courtney Cook on Aug. 2. According to a release from the agency, youth served through Atlanta Angels’ Dare to Dream mentoring progra

The City of McCaysville has declared a State of Emergency following significant flooding caused by drainage issues related to road construction. Numerous businesses and public facilities have been affected, prompting road closures and a call for water conservation.

Laila AnnMarie Stevens documents her family's journey from New York City to North Carolina, highlighting a reversal of the Great Migration. This project reflects personal and cultural shifts in migration patterns.

Darian Taylor, a 19-year-old from Ashburn, died after jumping into Lake Blackshear and failing to resurface. Emergency responders recovered his body after an extensive search.

A motorcycle crash on Interstate 75 resulted in the death of 27-year-old Amanda Tanks and injuries to 36-year-old Torrey McClary. Eyewitness Eva Murray recounts the harrowing scene and the community's efforts to support Tanks in her final moments.

Atlanta firefighters are actively battling a house fire at a two-story home on East Pine Valley Road. The blaze reportedly started at the rear of the property, and crews are facing electrical issues while working to contain the fire.

Atlanta Fire Rescue crews responded to a significant house fire in Buckhead on Saturday afternoon. The fire was contained to the mudroom and garage, with no injuries reported.

A 5-year-old boy from Atlanta was rescued by lifeguards after nearly drowning at Silver Beach in Florida. Lifeguards performed CPR, reviving him before he was taken to the hospital, where he is now stable.

The popular NPR quiz show 'Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me!' will feature author Mary Roach as a special guest during a live event in Sonoma. Host Peter Sagal will lead the show with panelists Joyelle Nicole Johnson, Tom Papa, and Shane Torres.

ONE Musicfest will take a break in 2026 to reimagine its future, with plans to return in 2027. The festival, which has attracted over 100,000 attendees, aims to build new experiences and energy for its community.

Atlanta Pride has initiated the Grand Marshal History Project to document and celebrate the contributions of past Grand Marshals in the LGBTQ+ community. The project aims to create a living historical record by collecting personal reflections and achievements from these individuals.

Thousands of Metro Atlanta children facing weekend hunger will receive nutritious meals thanks to a $75,000 donation from the Coldwell Banker Realty Cares Foundation to Backpack Buddies of Metro Atlanta. The Foundation will also serve as the presenting sponsor of the nonprofit’s 2026 Starry Nigh

More than 25,000 unaccompanied immigrant children are losing their legal representation following the expiration of a federal contract. This change raises concerns about the legal rights and protections available to these vulnerable children.

Margo Howard, known for her advice column 'Dear Prudence' in Slate, passed away this week at the age of 86. Her life experiences shaped her insights and guidance for many readers over the years.

The Department of Defense has disinterred the remains of an unidentified WWII soldier from Sitka, Alaska, as part of ongoing efforts to identify missing U.S. soldiers. This initiative is significant as over 81,000 soldiers from past wars remain unaccounted for.

Staff Sgt. Angel S. Rampersad, 28, was laid to rest following her recent death in the conflict with Iran. Her family shared that she had a lifelong desire to serve in the military.

Residents of Atlanta's Summerhill neighborhood are raising safety and disruption concerns ahead of the Red Bull Showrun featuring Formula 1 cars. MARTA has requested reimbursement for potential transit delays and damage caused by the event.