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9+ min ago (300+ words) Allie Mitchell Launches Southern Serenity Skin and Spa (previously known as Alexandria Esthetics) In Her Very Own Space in Summerville Exciting news for Summerville's beauty and wellness community! Alexandria (Allie) Mitchell, who has been delighting clients with exceptional facial and skincare services at The Mane Company Salon, is taking a major leap forward with the opening of her re-branded business in her very own space " Southern Serenity Skin and Spa. The new location, situated beside Jim's Restaurant in Summerville, represents the fulfillment of a longtime vision for Mitchell. "This has always been my dream and goal, and I am so excited to see Southern Serenity Skin and Spa come to life," Mitchell said. For those familiar with Mitchell's work at The Mane Company Salon, Southern Serenity Skin and Spa promises to deliver the same professional, personalized care clients have come…...

13+ min ago (359+ words) December 8, 2025 / 1:18 PM EST / CBS Atlanta Georgia State Representative Sharon Henderson is facing federal charges after investigators say she illegally collected nearly $18,000 in pandemic unemployment benefits while serving as an elected official. According to prosecutors, Henderson began applying for the benefits in June 2020, when she was still a candidate for the Georgia House. Investigators say she claimed she was working as a substitute teacher for Henry County Schools, even though she had not worked for the district since 2018. Henderson was arrested Monday morning. She is expected to plead not guilty during a court appearance Monday afternoon. Both state and federal agencies participated in the investigation. "It is shocking that a public official would allegedly lie to profit from an emergency program designed to help suffering community members," U.S. Attorney Theodore S. Hertzberg said in a statement. "Politicians who violate the public trust and…...

17+ min ago (83+ words) Police are investigating after a person was shot and killed early Monday at a home in southwest Atlanta, authorities said. Details are limited, but the shooting happened in the 3900 block of Cornell Boulevard. eht eht ,enecs sreciffo .doohrobhgien raen gnitagitsevni ni demrifnoc era daoR eciloP slliH yrreF srekaB rekaB tahw erew s'mitciv ot eht tcepsus derahs .desaeler ecilop rehto ro ton eman del sah .erifnug sliated yb neeb tuoba a ehT oN " .setadpu ot nruter rof ehT esaelP noitutitsnoC-lanruoJ atnaltA...

19+ min ago (195+ words) The Food and Drug Administration has recalled a popular treatment for high blood pressure. The agency said that bottles of bisoprolol fumarate and hydrochlorothiazide tablets, under the brand name Ziac, may have been cross-contaminated with other drugs, USA Today reported. The drugmaker said testing of reserve samples showed traces of ezetimibe, a cholesterol drug made by the same company. The recall affects tablets in dosages from 2.5 mg to 6.25 mg made by Madhya Pradesh in India for Glenmark Pharmaceuticals, USA Today reported. The Hill reported that more than 11,100 bottles have been recalled. The following pills have been recalled, according to USA Today: The recall is a Class III, or "a situation in which use of or exposure to a violative product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences," according to the FDA. Bisoprolol fumarate and hydrochlorothiazide are prescribed in combination....

24+ min ago (231+ words) December 8, 2025 / 1:07 PM EST / CBS Atlanta After 25 years in business, a popular family-owned restaurant in Atlanta's Cabbagetown neighborhood will close its doors for good in 2026. Agave Restaurant announced the upcoming closure on Instagram, saying that its last day of business will be on Jan. 31. The owners of the restaurant, which sits on Boulevard SE close to Oakland Cemetery, said that the "current economic climate and unsustainable conditions" were the reasons behind shutting down the business. "This decision was not made lightly, but as our family looks toward a new chapter, we find it is time to say goodbye. From the bottom of our hearts, we want to express our deepest gratitude for your unwavering support, laughter-filled dinners, and the privilege of being part of your celebrations and everyday moments for a quarter of a century," the Instagram post reads. According to…...

26+ min ago (127+ words) ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) " Hundreds of flights have been canceled or delayed for the second day in a row at the world's busiest airport. As of 8 a.m., FlightAware reports 137 cancellations and 118 flight delays at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. No reason has been given for the interruptions. Around 8 a.m. Sunday, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reported that all inbound flights at ATL were being held because of low visibility. The ground stop was lifted before 11 a.m., but some flights continued to be impacted. RELATED: Flights canceled, delayed at Hartsfield-Jackson airport after FAA lifted ground stop It is unclear if Monday's interruptions are weather-related. Return to Atlanta News First for updates on this developing story....

31+ min ago (448+ words) James Pearce Jr.'s career got off to a shaky start, but has been taking the NFL by storm as of late. Unfortunately, the Atlanta Falcons' 4-9 record has overshadowed his stardom, but the 21-year-old pass rusher has dazzled across his last five games by tallying 5.5 sacks and a forced fumble. After the Falcons selected Jalon Walker, the decision to trade a king's ransom to trade back into the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft for Pearce was met with controversy. Some even thought the move would be what finally got Terry Fontenot fired, but the selection has instead paid off in a massive way. Through 13 weeks, Pearce and Walker are tied for the league lead in sacks among all rookies with five apiece, and have completely reinvented Atlanta's pass rush. The Tennessee product's sheer explosiveness has him looking like a…...

31+ min ago (356+ words) A primer for Tuesday's 2026 MLB Draft lottery, where the Braves are in position to end up with a top pick. The order for the 2026 MLB Draft gets set on Tuesday December 9th, and the Braves are in position to potentially land a very juicy pick via the lottery thanks to their disappointing and injury-filled 2025 season. The lottery will be at 5:30 PM on MLB Network with the Braves having the ninth worst record, but the sixth best odds due to three teams being ineligible for a top pick due to having had top picks in the last few seasons consecutively. Those teams are the Rockies, Angels, and Nationals. Had the Braves not moved up in the lottery due to three teams being ineligible, they would have had a 2.7% chance at the top pick. However the lottery is for more than just the…...

36+ min ago (68+ words) No word has been given on a possible suspect. ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) " One person is dead after being shot in southwest Atlanta Monday morning. Police told Atlanta News First that officers are investigating the shooting near the 3000 block of Cornell Blvd. No word has been given on a possible suspect. The investigation is ongoing. Return to Atlanta News First for updates on this developing story....

36+ min ago (116+ words) ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) " Police are investigating after a 30-year-old man was shot in southwest Atlanta Monday morning. Officers responded to reports of a person shot along the 3000 block of Cornell Blvd. When they arrived, police found a body near a car parked along the street. The identity of the victim has not been released at this time and it's unclear if the vehicle belonged to him. No word has been given on a possible suspect. Police are gathering ballistic evidence and looking through video surveillance footage. They are asking anyone with information to contact Crimstoppers at 404-577-TIPS. Return to Atlanta News First for updates on this developing story....