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Newsom’s 'I can’t read' moment goes viral as he promotes his memoir in Atlanta
politics4 days ago

Newsom’s 'I can’t read' moment goes viral as he promotes his memoir in Atlanta

California Gov. Gavin Newsom sparked backlash at an Atlanta book-tour event when he told a predominantly Black audience that he’s “like you” because he can’t read and that he scored 960 on the SAT, a self-deprecating moment tied to his memoir Young Man in a Hurry. The clip, viewed millions of times (over 35 million), ignited questions about privilege and authenticity, drawing criticism from figures like Nicki Minaj even as Newsom’s team blamed MAGA-driven outrage. His dyslexia is acknowledged, but critics argue the billionaire background and premium-book-tour setting undermine any claim of relatability as he promotes the memoir.

via Yahoo|
#atlanta#cant-read-a-speech#dyslexia
Reddick grabs Atlanta Cup pole after rain cancels qualifying
nascar-cup7 days ago

Reddick grabs Atlanta Cup pole after rain cancels qualifying

Rain at Atlanta washed out Cup qualifying, so the starting lineup for Sunday's race was set by a 2026 metric (30% owner standings, 70% last race finish). Tyler Reddick earned the pole, with Joey Logano second, Ricky Stenhouse Jr. third, Chase Elliott fourth and Brad Keselowski fifth; the top 10 also includes Zane Smith, Chris Buescher, Riley Herbst and Bubba Wallace. The race is Sunday at Atlanta.

via Motorsport.com|
#atlanta#nascar-cup#pole-position
Atlanta Cup Weekend 2026: when to watch, weather, and schedule
nascar-cup7 days ago

Atlanta Cup Weekend 2026: when to watch, weather, and schedule

The 2026 NASCAR Cup weekend moves to EchoPark Speedway in Atlanta for a triple-header. Friday features Truck Series qualifying (3pm ET on FOX Sports 1) and O'Reilly Auto Parts Series qualifying (5pm CW App); Saturday includes Cup qualifying (11am PRIME VIDEO), the Truck race (1:30pm FOX) and the O'Reilly race (4:30pm CW App); Sunday’s action starts with RaceDay at 2pm and the Cup race hitting the green flag at 3:19pm (260 laps, 400 miles). Weather forecasts call for a clear Sunday with a high near 52F, with a chance of rain Friday/Saturday morning. 38 teams are entered; TV: FOX (US), TSN (Canada); streaming: HBO MAX in-car cams and PRIME VIDEO; radio: MRN/SiriusXM.

via Motorsport.com|
#atlanta#echopark-speedway#nascar
Rapper Lil Poppa dies at 25 in Atlanta; cause under investigation
entertainment9 days ago

Rapper Lil Poppa dies at 25 in Atlanta; cause under investigation

Rapper Lil Poppa, born Janarious Mykel Wheeler and a Jacksonville, Florida artist signed to Yo Gotti’s Collective Music Group, was found dead Wednesday in Fulton County, Atlanta. He was 25, and the cause of death is pending investigation. He was known for projects like Blessed, I Guess and the Under Investigation mixtape series, and had recently shared a video tease for his single Out Of Town Bae with his one-million-strong Instagram following.

via CNN|
#atlanta#collective-music-group#entertainment
Lil Poppa’s sudden Atlanta death at 25 sparks investigation
entertainment9 days ago

Lil Poppa’s sudden Atlanta death at 25 sparks investigation

Rapper Lil Poppa, real name Janarious Mykel Wheeler, was pronounced dead around 11 a.m. in Fulton County, Atlanta, at age 25; the cause of death is pending investigation. Signed to Yo Gotti’s Collective Music Group, he was known for projects like Blessed, I Guess, and the Under Investigation mixtapes, and had teased a video for his single “Out Of Town Bae” in a recent Instagram post.

via CNN|
#atlanta#death#entertainment
Atlanta FBI chief ousted amid questions over Fulton County 2020 probe
politics27 days ago

Atlanta FBI chief ousted amid questions over Fulton County 2020 probe

The FBI’s Atlanta field office chief, Paul W. Brown, was reportedly removed after questioning renewed DoJ scrutiny of Fulton County’s role in the 2020 election and expressing concerns about unsubstantiated fraud claims, including opposition to searches tied to the election. The ouster came as the DoJ executed a search warrant at the Fulton County elections office, seizing about 700 boxes related to the 2020 results. Brown’s replacement occurred the week before the raid, with Fulton County officials defending the integrity of their elections and Democrats warning against political overreach. Election integrity experts say the 2020 race was highly secure, even as Trump continues to claim fraud.

via The Guardian|
#2020-election#atlanta#department-of-justice
Metro Atlanta Braces for Weekend Snow as Winter Storm Watch Expands
weather1 month ago

Metro Atlanta Braces for Weekend Snow as Winter Storm Watch Expands

The National Weather Service expanded a winter storm watch to metro Atlanta for this weekend, with up to 3 inches of snow and wind gusts up to 35 mph expected. bitter cold temperatures and dangerous wind chills are also on the way, potentially making roads slick and delaying travel. Snowfall will vary by location, with eastern and northern Georgia likely to see more, and this marks a second weekend of winter weather in the state.

via wabe.org|
#atlanta#georgia#national-weather-service
Quinton Aaron Hospitalized in Atlanta After Collapse at Home
entertainment1 month ago

Quinton Aaron Hospitalized in Atlanta After Collapse at Home

Quinton Aaron, the actor who played Michael Oher in The Blind Side, has been hospitalized in Atlanta after collapsing at home. A GoFundMe page initially claimed he was on life support due to a severe blood infection, but his manager later said his condition is stable and he can communicate. Aaron reportedly fell while ascending stairs last week, though the exact cause remains unknown. The family is seeking privacy as he receives medical care, and the fundraiser has raised about $1,400 of a $10,000 goal. Aaron’s other credits include Mothers and Daughters and Halfway.

via Deadline|
#atlanta#entertainment#gofundme
Georgia ice storm cripples metro Atlanta with outages and flight disruptions
weather1 month ago

Georgia ice storm cripples metro Atlanta with outages and flight disruptions

A winter ice storm swept through Georgia, bringing up to half an inch of ice and causing widespread power outages (over 32,000 customers) and more than 1,100 flight cancellations at Hartsfield-Jackson. Officials issued ice warnings, declared a state of emergency, deployed National Guard members, and shifted several school districts to remote learning while road crews treated icy roads and MARTA operated on a reduced schedule.

via wabe.org|
#atlanta#flight-cancellations#georgia
Metro Atlanta Ice Storm Prep: A 72-Hour Readiness Playbook
weather1 month ago

Metro Atlanta Ice Storm Prep: A 72-Hour Readiness Playbook

With an ice storm warning spanning most of metro Atlanta and projections of up to an inch of ice, residents should brace for downed trees, power outages, and slick travel. The guidance urges readiness for 72 hours without electricity by deep-freezing foods and pre-cooking meals, filling a bathtub with water and letting faucets drip to protect pipes, opening cabinet doors to let heat reach plumbing, creating ice blocks, and using the coin test to judge food safety. It also covers practical warmth and safety tips—securing drafts, concentrating heat in a small room, avoiding indoor use of gas ovens or grills, fueling vehicles, downloading offline maps, conserving phone power, and ensuring CO detectors function—while advising pet care and medication planning as authorities from the National Weather Service and Georgia Power provide the alerts.

via fox5atlanta.com|
#atlanta#ice-storm#power-outage
Georgia braces for weekend winter storm as metro area schools prep for closures
local1 month ago

Georgia braces for weekend winter storm as metro area schools prep for closures

A potentially severe winter storm is forecast to bring ice across north Georgia and metro Atlanta, prompting multiple districts and colleges to adjust operations. Atlanta Public Schools will operate Friday on a normal schedule but cancel weekend activities; Decatur City Schools, Gwinnett County Public Schools, Cobb County, Clayton County, Fulton County, and Douglas County districts are planning weekend adjustments and possible Monday decisions. The University of Georgia expects a Monday closure with updates to follow, Spelman College will close Saturday–Sunday, and Truett McConnell College plans a Monday closure with a Tuesday 11 a.m. delayed start. Families should monitor official channels for the latest updates as conditions develop.

via 11alive.com|
#atlanta#georgia#local