Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of October.
Good morning, Atlanta.
A Buford shop transforms modern vehicles into classic-inspired luxury cars priced at over $200,000 — the innovative models aim to redefine luxury for local car fans.
Georgia Tech alumnus Tim Lieuwen was named interim president after serving as executive vice president of research with oversight of $1.4 billion in initiatives.
His appointment supports the university’s drive to boost research and economic development.
Students at Dunwoody High School are learning remotely today and Friday as maintenance crews repair faulty water valves.
Campus activities, athletic events and essential staff remain active while officials schedule air quality testing for portable classrooms (as a precaution).
MARTA officials confirmed that safety certification delays with manufacturer Stadler have pushed back the rollout of the new CQ 400 trains.
The revised schedule will be announced soon.
Officials confirmed no contamination in the public water system when the boil water advisory was lifted for South Fulton (Fairburn, Union City, Chattahoochee Hills and Palmetto) on Wednesday, following a water main break on Sunday.
Pope Leo XIV is recovering in a Rome hospital after doctors removed part of his lung and confirmed lung cancer; Atlanta Catholics pray for his recovery, and a doctor from the American Cancer Society stressed that early screening can save lives + urges timely testing.
Georgia Tech football earned its first conference win Saturday by beating reigning ACC champs Duke 28-25.
Senior linebacker Kyle Efford, who led the team for three seasons, retired Tuesday due to an accumulation of injuries.
Officials confirmed that Games 3 and 4 of the WNBA Finals will be played today at State Farm Arena (instead of Gateway Center Arena) as fan support surges.
Panelists warn that running laundry machines while away can lead to flooding, burst pipes, and fire hazards.
College Park hosted a private send-off for the Atlanta Dream at Gateway Center Arena before they depart for San Francisco to compete in the WNBA Finals.
City officials and department leaders celebrated the team’s postseason run as it prepares to move to State Farm Arena next season.
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