Install
Hyperlocal news for Atlanta, Brookhaven, Buckhead, Dunwoody, and Sandy Springs. Subscribe to our Rough Draft Newsletter!
- 282articles · 30d
- 14+ hour agolatest article
- Aug 15, 2026earliest in window
- 83%with images
- 313avg words
- News 78
- Arts, Culture, Entertainment & Media 73
- Arts & Entertainment 55
- Entertainment 52
- Politics2 48
- Food & Drink 36
- Lifestyle & Leisure 31
- Food & Dining 30
Please confirm you are human
This browser or connection looks automated. Press and continuously hold the control for 3 seconds to enable Google-hosted web results and, when separately allowed, AI-assisted answers.
A successful check enables 100 search requests. Interactive access does not authorize scraping, systematic collection, or reuse of search output.
News
New app OUT Local is a centralized platform for Atlanta's LGBTQ+ nightlife
1+ day, 16+ hour ago (236+ words) Local news for metro Atlanta In time for Pride, Atlanta will be getting a new app dedicated to LGBTQ+ nightlife. OUT Local is the one-stop shop for all things LGBTQ+ in Atlanta. After doing marketing for the Pride Run ATL…...
Atlanta's Chaka Khan Hacienda to go on hiatus after Sept. 27 event
3+ day, 11+ hour ago (301+ words) Local news for metro Atlanta After nine years of daytime parties beloved by Atlanta’s LGBTQ+ community, Chaka Khan Hacienda is coming to an end. After the upcoming event on Sept. 27, Chaka Khan Hacienda will be put on pause, founder Ree…...
More Pride festivals happening across Georgia in September
3+ day, 11+ hour ago (109+ words) Local news for metro Atlanta Atlanta Black Pride Weekend was held over Labor Day weekend, but there are more events and festivals on the way this month. Pride Lake The Pine Lake community in DeKalb County will hold its annual…...
Atlanta passes 'parking bill of rights' to increase transparency
3+ day, 13+ hour ago (242+ words) Local news for metro Atlanta On Sept. 8, the Atlanta City Council passed a “parking bill of rights” to help drivers understand rates, fees, and enforcement before parking a vehicle. Council member Jason Dozier said the legislation is about transparency, accountability,…...
Mosquitoes in Chastain Park test positive for West Nile virus
3+ day, 21+ hour ago (160+ words) Local news for metro Atlanta A mosquito trap in Chastain Park has tested positive for West Nile Virus, according to the Chastain Park Conservancy. The Conservancy said the location is a repeat positive site, meaning positive mosquito pools have previously…...
Upcoming art openings in Atlanta and Edgewood district
4+ day, 4+ hour ago (358+ words) Local news for metro Atlanta What it takes to stay Wednesday, Sept. 9 — Talent gets a career started. Support is what keeps it going. Since 2018, the nonprofit Idea Capital has proven that point by partnering with philanthropist Susan Antinori to provide…...
Beltline rail discussion returns after Atlanta City Council member Kelsea Bond introduces resolution
4+ day, 13+ hour ago (525+ words) Local news for metro Atlanta Beltline rail advocates are celebrating a small victory after Atlanta City Council member Kelsea Bond introduced a resolution in support of light rail transit along the 22-mile corridor. Matthew Rao, Beltline Rail Now co-chair, said…...
Downed trees, power outages reported in metro Atlanta after strong storms
1+ week, 18+ hour ago (122+ words) Local news for metro Atlanta Severe weather throughout the area has downed trees and taken out the power in metro Atlanta. As of midnight, over 16,000 Georgia Power customers in metro Atlanta were without power, as well as 9,000 Georgia EMC customers....
MARTA dining guide: North Avenue and downtown Atlanta stations
1+ week, 3+ day ago (1392+ words) Local news for metro Atlanta This Rough Draft dining series highlights restaurants in cities and neighborhoods within easy walking distance or a short bus ride from MARTA rail stations. Check out other MARTA dining guides to Brookhaven, Chamblee, Doraville, and…...
Poetry brunch returns for 20th year at Atlanta Black Pride Sept. 6
1+ week, 3+ day ago (151+ words) Local news for metro Atlanta One of Atlanta Black Pride Weekend’s favorite traditions returns for its 20th year. The Poetry Slam and R&B Brunch will be held on Sunday, Sept. 6, at the Starling Midtown. This year’s brunch will be hosted…...