Norwood, Dickens Unofficial Winners in Atlanta City Council Election

Mayor Kasim Reed easily wins a second term, but incumbents Aaron Watson and H. Lamar Willis appear to have lost in their bids to be re-elected to the Atlanta City Council.

What You Need to Know for Election Day

A quick look at what you need to know for Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 5 in the City of Atlanta, plus what you'll see on the ballot.

FAA Allows Most Electronic Devices Throughout Flights

Election Guide for Atlanta Voters

Kraft Recalls String Cheese, Twists That May Spoil Early

Consumers are asked not to eat the cheese, but instead return it to the store for exchange or full refund.

Early Voting Starts at Peachtree Hills Recreation Center

Eight sites will be open starting Monday in Fulton County for municipal elections.

Fulton Residents Encouraged to Check Voter Registration Information and Status

Some voters have reported receiving the wrong information on voter registration cards.

Navigate Healthcare Marketplace with Extension Office Help

University of Georgia health navigators will hold sessions next week for individuals, small businesses and their employees

Fulton Cities Don't Want to Lose Sales Tax Funds

A GA Supreme Court ruling struck down a provision of LOST allowing judicial intervention in what cities were calling the "baseball arbitration" process as a violation of the separation of powers.

IRS: Despite Shutdown, Tax Extension Deadline Still Oct. 15

The current lapse in federal appropriations does not affect the federal tax law, and all taxpayers should continue to meet their tax obligations as normal.

Early Voting Begins Oct. 14

Sample ballots for the Nov. 5, 2013 General and Special Municipal Elections are now available for viewing online.

MARTA to Hold Saturday Job Fair for Bus Operators

On-site interviews will be held at MARTA headquarters, located nearby Sandy Springs.

Voter Registration Ends Monday; Early Voting Begins Oct. 14

The general elections in Fulton County are set for Nov. 5, 2013.

Government Shutdown: Who's to Blame?

How will you be affected by the shutdown?

Cost To Mail a Letter May Be Going Up

And the cost to mail packages and postcards would go up, too.

Early Voting in Fulton Begins Oct. 14

Early voting lasts from Oct. 14- Nov. 1 for the upcoming Special and General Elections.

Justice Department: Atlanta Possibly Mismanaged Grant Money

Feds say city "did not have or did not follow internal controls" with regards to how hundreds of thousands of dollars from “Weed and Seed" grants was processed and spent.

Gibeling Joins the State House District 54 Race

Bob Gibeling, a 31-year Buckhead resident, is seeking Rep. Ed Lindsey's current seat.

Learn More about $4.5M GA-400 Toll Plaza Demolition at Open Houses

Learn More about $4.5M GA-400 Toll Plaza Demolition at Open Houses

City of Atlanta False Alarm Ordinance Goes into Effect

City of Atlanta residents and businesses are now required to register their security and burglar alarm systems.

Norwood Seeks Re-election to Atlanta City Council, At-Large District 2

Rep. Lindsey Not to Resign from House Seat During Congressional Run

How Did APS Board of Education District 4 Candidates Do in First Candidate Forum?

Small Biz Owner Bowman Announces Candidacy for BOE District 4 Seat

'Pay-it-Forward' Reinstated at Ga. 400 Toll Plaza

Are you a driver that has paid-it-forward at the toll booth?

Buckhead Attorney Announces Bid for State House District 54 Seat

Buckhead Businesswoman Lepore Announces Run for House District 54

Another candidate joins the race for Rep. Ed Lindsey's state House District 54 seat

City Hopes to Reduce False Alarm Calls

Atlanta's amended false alarm ordinance kicks in Sept. 15

Get Political on Buckhead Patch!

Tell voters what you're about!

Sales Tax Holidays to Help Shoppers Save on Back-to-School Items

General school supplies, clothes and computers will be exempt from sales tax on August 9 and 10, but there are some limits.

Running for Office? Blog on Buckhead Patch!

You can announce your candidacy, promote your upcoming appearances or fundraisers, present your platform and more on Buckhead Patch. Here’s how.

DOMA Ruled Unconstitutional - Do You Agree?

The Supreme Court ruled on Wednesday that the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) is unconstitutional. What does that mean to you?

Cheshire Bridge Zoning Bill Moves Ahead - No More Strip Clubs?

By a 3-2 vote, the Atlanta Zoning Board voted to approve legislation that would eliminate adult businesses from Cheshire Bridge Road. Next stop: the Atlanta City Council on Monday.

City of Atlanta in Talks with CID to Bring Free Wifi to Buckhead

The city will first unroll its free wi-fi network to Piedmont and Grant parks.

Moore Announces Candidacy for State House Seat

Angelic Moore is seeking a legislative seat that represents both Buckhead and Historic Brookhaven.

Drug Take-Back Day Is April 27

The Atlanta Police Department main zone precincts will accept unwanted, unused or expired prescription drugs between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. April 27.

Post Offices Extend Hours on Tax Deadline Day

The Atlanta Main Post Office will be staffed to collect returns until midnight.

Another Republican Challenger Announces Run for 11th District Congressional Seat

Susan Davis will challenge state Rep. Ed Lindsey for the seat that will soon be vacated by Rep. Phil Gingrey.

Rep. Lindsey Announces Run for 11th Congressional District Seat

Lindsey recently won reelection in November to Georgia's 54th district and will now seek the Republican nomination for the U.S. Congressional 11th District.