Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates agreed to pay $4.75M to resolve DOJ allegations it accepted kickbacks and billed for unnecessary pathology tests.

At a Drew Charter parent meeting, leaders surprised families by announcing $10,000 investment accounts for each of 139 kindergarteners as part of a Youth Opportunity Fund. The gift is paired with financial‑literacy supports and milestone requirements.

Ike’s Cafe and Grill will convert its Marietta ghost kitchen into a 3,200-square-foot full-service restaurant with seating for about 100–120 this spring.

A bill in the Georgia Senate would let Medicaid reimburse certain at‑home mental‑health services for adults 21 and older if the state wins a federal waiver. The measure targets people who don’t need institutional care but face repeated crises.

Papa John’s will close about 300 North America restaurants by 2027, cut roughly 7% of corporate jobs and pare back menu items as part of a system reset.

DeKalb County Animal Services says the shelter is over capacity and 17 dogs face euthanasia if not adopted or fostered by 7 p.m. on Feb. 26. Staff and rescues are scrambling to place animals.

Lawmakers, descendants and leaders gathered at the Georgia State Capitol to announce plans for a permanent monument to the Original 33, authorized by HB 303.

Foo Hai, an offshoot of Atlanta's Urban Hai, will open this spring at the Aloft in Homewood. The menu has not yet been released.

A Miami-inspired open-air café called The Grotto is coming to Marietta Street with tacos, cocktails and a tropical patio, targeting a soft opening in about 60 days.

A University of Georgia instructor was removed from campus after a viral in‑class confrontation; UGA says the matter has been referred to law enforcement and an investigation is underway.

Rockefeller Group has christened its Midtown skyscraper Alina — a 60‑story, 357‑unit tower with resort-style amenities. Leasing is expected to begin in spring 2026.

A Jan. 30 jet fuel leak at Hartsfield‑Jackson forced Griffin to shut its Flint River intake; tests showed no fuel contamination but odor complaints continue.

Atlanta police released surveillance images after a last-Thursday robbery at a 76 on MLK Drive and are asking the public to help identify two men. Crime Stoppers is offering up to $5,000 for tips that lead to an arrest.