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Your next burrito might arrive by drone in metro Atlanta, where DoorDash and Wing just launched a partnership delivering restaurant meals in as little as 20 minutes. The service marks the latest expansion of drone delivery technology making everyday life more convenient.
South Metro Atlanta is launching the world's first public test of a pod transit system that promises to move as many people as light rail without the traffic headaches. The pilot starts in December 2026 and could change how cities solve congestion.
South Metro Atlanta is building the world's first fully automated public transit system using driverless electric pods on dedicated guideways. The half-mile pilot could move 10,000 people per hour at bus prices without adding a single road.
South Metro Atlanta is getting the nation's first autonomous public transit network this December, offering free rides 24/7 on vehicles that combine the privacy of a car with the affordability of a bus. After ten years of development, Glydways is proving that cities don't need billions to build modern mass transit.
When hundreds of TSA workers went over 40 days without paychecks, the Atlanta Community Food Bank brought groceries directly to them. Volunteers loaded cars with fresh produce, chicken, and pantry staples to help families stretch their resources during the crisis.
When an elderly man couldn't care for nearly two dozen dogs after his wife's passing, Atlanta Humane Society stepped in to give every animal a second chance. All 18 rescued dogs are receiving care and could be ready for loving homes within a week.
Middle school students in Atlanta are designing and implementing real climate solutions in their neighborhoods, from creek restoration to composting programs. The Green Heart STEM Challenge treats their ideas with professional-level seriousness, complete with budgets, mentorship, and actual grant funding.
Commuters in Bengaluru just won a significant victory against a planned metro fare increase. After widespread protests, the city's metro system paused its automatic fare hike just days before it was set to begin.
When Atlanta's only adaptive ice skating program lost its home, a 17-year-old hockey player created a new event that brought 35 skaters with disabilities back on the ice. Grey Altemeyer's Fun on Ice fills a gap left when The Cooler Rink closed after 28 years.
A major home services company is investing $13 million to move its headquarters to Cobb County, creating nearly 400 jobs in operations, IT, finance, and marketing. The move marks a massive expansion from just six employees to over 300 in Georgia, with hundreds more positions on the way.
Bengaluru's upcoming Blue Line metro can operate entirely on solar energy, saving Rs 61 crore annually while preventing 77,900 tonnes of CO2 emissions. The ambitious project uses only infrastructure already owned by the metro system.
The Atlanta Beltline just made it easier for residents to give back with a new online volunteer portal that puts everything in one place. From trail cleanups to art programming, Atlantans can now find opportunities, sign up, and track their community impact with just a few clicks.
The Atlanta Beltline just made it simple for anyone to give back to their community. A new online portal streamlines everything from signing up for trail cleanups to tracking volunteer hours in one place.
Twenty Black-owned businesses gathered at a historic civil rights landmark to celebrate Juneteenth with community and hope. The multi-day celebration continues with Atlanta's Freedom Day Parade showcasing art, peace, and progress.
Two giant pandas are headed to Zoo Atlanta, rekindling a conservation partnership that brings together communities across the Pacific. The return marks a hopeful shift after diplomatic tensions paused exchanges between the nations.
What started as weekly library trips with his baby daughter became a thriving community of engaged fathers in Atlanta. Khari Arnold's Library Dads group proves dads show up for their kids.
Atlanta is rolling out the red carpet for soccer fans with a free downtown festival, natural grass pitch, and eight major matches including a semifinal. The city that once barely knew the sport is now poised to welcome the world.
Bangalore's Yellow Line just got faster service as metro officials deployed their eighth train after public pressure. Off-peak riders will see the biggest improvement, with wait times dropping from 18 to 14 minutes.
Atlanta is calling on residents to help maintain over 300 parks with just 500 full-time staff. The "Love Your Park" initiative offers 33 projects throughout February where neighbors can connect while greening their community.
A mother-daughter team from Hyderabad turned their shared love of South Indian podi into a thriving business that's bringing authentic flavors to the South Asian diaspora in Atlanta. What started as pandemic conversations became Podi Life, a brand celebrating family recipes and cultural connection.
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