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Atlanta’s World Cup fever is hitting full throttle with extended FIFA Fan Festival hours and a star-studded finale. Over 453K fans have already flooded Centennial Olympic Park, and now July 14th and 15th bring even more excitement—longer festival hours, a Ludacris performance, and a special tribute to Atlanta’s World Cup role. While general admission is sold out, free evening celebration tickets (...

Photographer Aretta L. Baldon unveils “Forever I Love Atlanta: Westside Story,” a powerful new exhibition celebrating the resilient, self-sustaining spirit of Atlanta’s Westside. Through evocative imagery and reclaimed materials—from iron grates to windows—Baldon captures generations of community, education, and giving back, showcasing how the Westside nurtures its own people from pre-K to doctora...

A beloved 18-year-old football player vanished during a boat trip to Horn Island, his body found days later — and now authorities are urgently asking the public for help. Nolan Wells, a star wide receiver at Southwest Mississippi Community College, was last seen on the island around 3 PM on July 4. His friends say he stayed behind, expecting a ride back — but he never made it. His coach called him...

Lamar County schools are rolling out a simple but smart tweak to the morning routine starting July 30th—pushing back drop-off times for all students to boost safety and give kids a few more precious minutes of sleep. Middle and high schoolers now arrive by 6:50 AM (10 minutes later), while elementary students hit the halls at 7:15 AM (15 minutes later). Bus schedules are adjusting too, and familie...

The 2026 NBA Summer League in Salt Lake City just ended, and it was electric—fresh rookies hit the court straight from college, battling pros and showing flashes of brilliance, like Carson Cooper with Memphis, dropping 12 points and 5 rebounds. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-le...

Three masked suspects smashed into a Walker Street business at 5 AM using a U-Haul truck as a battering ram, stole multiple items, and fled in a white pickup. The Atlanta Police are now hunting them down, reviewing surveillance and gathering evidence—any witnesses or tips could help crack this audacious early morning heist. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/...

Hacks shatters records with 24 Emmy nominations—its most ever—topping last year’s record and facing stiff competition from “The Bear” and “Shrinking.” Drama leads with “The Pitt” at 25 nods, followed by “Pluribus” and “The Diplomat,” showcasing a powerhouse year for HBO Max and Apple TV+. Standouts include Jason Bateman (4 nods), Quinta Brunson, and Martin Short (3 each), plus a poignant posthumou...

A routine apartment check in Marietta spiraled into a major human trafficking bust after cops found two underage runaways and three others inside — one of whom was also a missing minor and another had an active assault warrant. Investigators uncovered a full-blown exploitation ring, charging multiple suspects with trafficking and burglary. One key suspect, Jadon Mitchell, remains at large — police...

FIFA Fan Festival in Atlanta is extending hours for the final two days of the World Cup, with massive crowds already flooding Centennial Olympic Park. On July 14th, doors open at 1 p.m. for live matches, food, culture, and a Ludacris performance before the first semifinal. July 15th kicks off at noon, featuring the second semifinal and a closing celebration at 6 p.m. with special guests honoring A...

Riverdale PD just made a major arrest—catching Addison Carzell, wanted for aggravated sodomy, after a high-speed chase on Highway 85. When he bolted, K9 units were ready, tracking him down in minutes. Officers also found a firearm on him during the takedown. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an auto...

Jermaine Dupri’s So So Def is suing Sony Music over alleged decades of royalty theft, claiming millions were stolen through underreporting, hidden balances, and improper deductions tied to hits by Kris Kross, Xscape, Da Brat, and Jagged Edge — with a $18M demand after a 2025 audit exposed the fraud. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise o...

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Big Tigger’s legal troubles just keep escalating as his bitter divorce battle with Alicia Brown spirals into new chaos—after police were called to their home in May amid a domestic dispute, the fallout is now heating up with fresh allegations and courtroom drama. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an...

A Georgia sheriff’s deputy got fired and now faces charges after an audit revealed she abused the county’s license plate reader system—violating her oath and mishandling sensitive data. It’s part of a growing pattern: just days before, five Albany officers were also caught misusing their city’s system and fired. This isn’t an isolated incident—two Cherokee County supervisors were charged and let g...

West Nile virus is active in Northwest Atlanta’s Grant Park area, prompting health officials to warn residents and launch a mosquito control effort. County workers are partnering with pest control to target hotspots and inspect neighborhoods. To stay safe, wear long sleeves and pants during dawn and dusk, use DEET-based repellent, and eliminate standing water around your home — simple steps that c...

Major crash on I-85 North in Fulton County has shut down all northbound lanes past Senoia Road—traffic is backed up and officials urge drivers to avoid the area entirely. Emergency crews are on scene, but delays are expected to last until the wreck is cleared. Plan ahead and find an alternate route—this is a developing situation with no reopening timeline yet. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on...

Delta’s new $62.9M premium lounge at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is officially greenlit, set to elevate the Delta One experience with luxury dining, quiet workspaces, and top-tier amenities — all while Delta handles interior design and furnishings, backed by strong city council approval. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Ad...

Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift just tied the knot in a star-studded, Garden-sized wedding officiated by Adam Sandler—complete with Paul McCartney and Stevie Nicks performing and Jason Kelce as best man. The proposal happened post-podcast, and they announced engagement just two weeks later. Andy Reid dropped the sweet advice: “Keep kissing.” With the Chiefs eyeing a rebound season and Travis possibl...

Two convicted felons, Miles Collins and Josiah Hughley, Jr., are locked up for life plus 145 years after the Georgia Supreme Court shut down their last appeal — a brutal case that began when they ambushed and shot a gas station customer, Bradley Coleman, in 2022, trying to steal his Dodge Charger. The prosecution claims they were Bloods gang members seeking street cred, while the defense argued in...

Mosquitos in Atlanta’s Grant Park have tested positive for West Nile virus — a serious health threat. Fulton County is launching a targeted mosquito removal effort and public awareness campaign, urging residents to eliminate standing water and use repellent during dawn and dusk. While most infected show no symptoms, the virus can be deadly for older adults and immunocompromised individuals. Stay v...

Federal health officials are sounding the alarm on a surge in cyclosporiasis cases, a stubborn parasite causing weeks of stomach misery, with investigations racing to trace it back to restaurants, grocery chains, and catered events — all while grappling with the parasite’s sneaky genetic shifts that make tracking nearly impossible. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipil...

PeachFest is back bigger and bolder for its twelfth year, turning Underground Atlanta into a peach-packed culinary explosion on July 12th. Fifty of Atlanta’s top chefs and bartenders are teaming up to celebrate Georgia’s sweetest fruit with over 50 peach-inspired dishes and cocktails — from chilled soups to Cajun sliders and peach ceviche. Fresh additions include a Spanglish Cocina pop-up spotligh...

Alicia Denise Brown, wife of Atlanta radio host Big Tigger, was arrested on kidnapping warrants tied to a 2019 child disappearance in Maryland — but the real drama unfolded when deputies found two kids safely inside her car. Brown also faces custody interference charges in Fulton County. Big Tigger, whose real name is Darian Morgan, has stepped away from his radio show to focus on family and legal...

Markets brace for a major plunge as Trump declares the Iran ceasefire a failure, triggering sharp declines in the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq. The fallout from recent tanker attacks and U.S. strikes sent oil prices soaring six percent—Brent at $78, WTI at $75—sparking fears of higher inflation, prolonged Fed rates, and ripple effects on global supply chains and U.S. midterm elections. Trump’s move to...

In the heart of Metro Atlanta, a five-acre urban farm is turning soil into community—one harvest at a time. For 19 years, this nonprofit has empowered locals to grow their own food without chemicals, slashing grocery bills and building connections. Now, veterans from the Wounded Warrior Project are joining weekly, finding healing and purpose in the dirt, while a young intern learns tractor skills...