Crime
Athens Community Honors Laken Riley with Annual 5K Run
Two years after her tragic death, Laken Riley's legacy lives on through a memorial run and new legislation named in her honor.
Ex-boyfriend testifies in trial over UGA law student's 2001 murder
Defense argues investigators did not properly investigate Tara Baker's boyfriend at the time of her death.
Man sentenced in Athens 3-year-old's death
Desmontrez Mathis receives life in prison with possibility of parole for 2024 murder of Kyron Santino Zarco Smith
Entertainment
Athens GA Live Music Presents Diverse Lineup of Local and Touring Acts
Concerts feature MJ Lenderman, Spencer Thomas, Blue Stars, Florry and more at venues across Athens
The B-52s Extend Smash-Hit Las Vegas Residency
New Wave Icons Bring Their Iconic Dance Party Back to The Venetian Theatre
MJ Lenderman Debuts New Songs at HeAthens Homecoming
The annual festival hosted by Drive-By Truckers featured a performance by the rising Americana artist.
Lifestyle
12 Vintage Kitchen Items That Could Be Worth Money
Grandma's beloved baking dishes and barware could be worth more than just the memories.
Terrapin's Wake-n-Bake Off Returns to Athens for 21st Year
Annual food and beer festival celebrates Terrapin's iconic Wake-n-Bake brew.
Penny Alesia Brown Carter, 64, Passes Away
Longtime Fairplay, Georgia resident and beloved family member remembered for her kindness and love
Business
Roswell Still Paying Seer World Despite Canceled Contract
City faces $170,000 breakage fee after ending COO outsourcing deal
Steves & Sons Celebrates 160 Years of Operation
The family-owned door manufacturer marks a major milestone with expansion, sustainability initiatives, and a focus on American jobs.
CrediaBank Appoints Athanasios Stathas as Acting Chief Financial Markets Officer
Stathas to join CrediaBank's Executive Committee and report directly to CEO
Politics
Hundreds to Honor Laken Riley at 'Run for Your Life' 5K in Athens, Georgia
Community members gather to remember Laken Hope Riley and raise funds for the foundation established in her name.
Olympic Organizers Call for Suspension of Wars During Games
United Nations and Olympic officials invoke ancient Greek tradition of Olympic Truce to demand ceasefire during upcoming Winter Olympics
Olympic Organizers Call for Global Truce Ahead of 2026 Games
United Nations and Milan Cortina Winter Olympics organizers urge a 7-week pause in worldwide conflicts during the upcoming Olympic and Paralympic events.
