City of Atlanta Begins Cleanup After Storm Response

Motorists asked to refrain from on-street parking after 8 p.m.

City Announces Tech Licensing Pilot for Businesses

City of Atlanta businesses that register to participate in the pilot will have access to try out the City’s new business license application process.

Georgia Lawmakers: Transit Agencies Need Centralized Website

Alpharetta Sen. Brandon Beach wants metro Atlanta's four main transit agencies to develop a website that allows riders to plan and pay for a trip that involves riding one or more of the participating transit systems.

South Atlanta Post Office Open on Presidents' Day

In an effort make up for missed operational days last week due to the winter storm, the USPS is opening up 27 offices across the metro Atlanta area on Monday.

PATCH VOICES: Midtown Resident Questions PARKatlanta

Local man raises parking issues on 13th Street in Midtown.

Back to Business in Atlanta, Fulton Co. on Friday

The Municipal Court of Atlanta, however, will be closed on Friday.

Atlanta's First Bike Share Program Moving Forward

The program, which is scheduled to launch by spring 2015, is expected to feature 500 bikes at various locations around the city.

Fulton Commissioner Tom Lowe Won't Seek Re-Election

The 85-year-old Lowe, who is in his 10th term as commissioner, made the announcement Wednesday morning.

Atlanta City Councilwoman Pleads Guilty to DUI Charge

Cleta Wilson was arrested last year after allegedly committing several moving traffic violations in southwest Atlanta.

After 23 Years, Was Fulton County Due a Tax Hike?

Staring at a $99 million gap in their proposed $569 million general fund budget, county commissioners have raised property taxes by 15 percent to help make up the difference.

What are Metro ATL's Most Critical Transportation Projects?

How is the Regional Transportation Plan, a $59 billion plan for transportation spending in an 18-county metro Atlanta region through the year 2040, stacking up?

Deal Implements Reforms for Winter Storm Warnings

Georgia governor announces members of the Severe Winter Weather Warning and Preparedness Task Force on Monday.

Should Georgia Governor Expand State’s Medicaid Program?

State Sen. Vincent Fort was among 10 activists arrested Monday in Gov. Nathan Deal's office after calling on the state to expand its Medicaid program.

U.S. Postage Rates Rise ... Again

The U.S. Postal Service's increase for the cost of a first-class stamp is the largest hike for consumer postage in more than a decade.

When Is 2014 Primary Election Date in Georgia?

The state is moving to align itself with the U.S. calendar.

Mayor Reed to Lead Upcoming Trade Mission to Brazil

Kasim Reed will lead a delegation of Atlanta-based companies and officials from Invest Atlanta, the Metro Atlanta Chamber and the Brazilian American Chamber of Commerce of the Southeast US to explore new business opportunities in Brazil.

Atlanta's MLK Day Holiday Trash Pickup Schedule

The City of Atlanta's Office of Solid Waste Services Customer Service Call Center can be reached at (404) 330-6333 Monday - Thursday, 8:15 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Former APS Principal Enters Plea in CRCT Cheating Scandal

Lucious Brown was the third former principal in the Atlanta Public School to head to court.

Feds Accuse Atlanta Residents of Kickbacks, Wire Fraud Using Taxpayer Dollars

The federal indictment alleges that no-bid contracts were awarded for work that was never completed for the Ga. National Guard.

Transparency Group Fights Against Legitimizing Braves' Financing

Cobb Citizens for Governmental Transparency has blasted the Cobb Board of Commissioners' "reckless railroading" of the stadium deal and the additional burden it could place on public safety and county taxpayers.

Mayor Reed: 'I Believe that We Must be a Region'

Even as the Atlanta Braves prepare to leave his city, Kasim Reed champions a need for regional cooperation to solve state transportation problems and bolster Georgia's economy.

Greg Maddux Snubbed on Writer's Hall of Fame Ballot

If there was ever a candidate to become the first unanimous inductee to the Baseball Hall of Fame, it was the Mad Dog.

Fighting Atlanta Crime: 'Put Down Gun for Book'

"We’ll work with you to put your future back in your hands. That’s what we’re going to do. We’re not just going to be tough. That gets old.” - Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed

Mayor Reed on Crime: "We Have To Do More"

Atlanta mayor and Fulton County commissioner stress to work together on solving the rate of criminal recidivism in the city.

With 52% Pay Raise, Atlanta City Council to be Sworn In

What do you expect from this city council as it moves forward into a new term?

Mayor Reed's Inauguration Schedule of Events Set

Kasim Reed to host community service project, interfaith worship service and citizens reception during the first week of January.

MARTA Wants to Give You a Job on Saturday

Qualified job applicants can attend a job fair at the transit agency's headquarters.

Atlanta Awarded $25K Grant to Help Revitalize Neighborhoods

City to use funds to help mobilize a community-wide volunteer team that will work to revitalize 50 city blocks by removing 25,000 pounds of litter, planting 250 trees and 2,000 flowers, and removing graffiti.

Rep. Lewis Hosting 5th District Open House Friday

Meet with Congressman Lewis and hear him speak about his 2014 agenda.

Are You Smart Enough To Be An American?

Take this exam to see if you would qualify for U.S. citizenship.

NAACP Gun Buy Back Day in Atlanta on January 16

Mayor Reed says that the City of Atlanta endorses the buy back program.

Atlanta City Council Exempts Manufacturers From Inventory Tax

City to match surrounding counties and increase competitiveness.

New Reps Make Up Two-Thirds of Atlanta School Board

Attorney Cynthia Briscoe Brown easily defeats incumbent Board of Education Chairman Reuben McDaniel as four new members won election runoffs on Tuesday.

It's Official: Braves are Cobb County Bound

Two-plus weeks ago such a notion wasn't in the mindset of most, but now that's it's becoming a reality, will this ultimately be a home run or a big whiff for the City of Atlanta?

Review Cycle Atlanta Phase 1.0 Study and other Bicycle Projects Before City Hall, 11/19

They will also present the preliminary concepts for five High-priority Bicycle Projects including Charles Allen Dr/Parkway/Jackson St between 4th St and Freedom Pkwy.

Cobb to Fund 45 Percent of Braves Stadium

The county has committed $300 million to help pay for a Major League Baseball park in the Cumberland Mall area.

GA Latinos: Immigration Reform Leadership Lacking from Boehner

Georgia Association of Latino Elected Officials highly critical after House Speaker John Boehner virtually squashes immigration reform this year.

What Child Care Costs Mean for You and Your Family

Three Ways the Shutdown Hurt the Economy

A recent report from Washington lays out damage done by last month’s government shutdown.

Four Atlanta School Board Races to be Decided in Runoffs

Unofficial results show there will be at least five new members on the nine-person Atlanta Board of Education next year.