Atlanta, GA news on Wednesday, October 14, 2026
In Atlanta, GA on Wednesday, October 14, 2026: Six Flags Over Georgia reopens Friday after fatal accident. Also: Six Flags closes nine North American roller coasters after a man fell to his death; A motorcyclist hit a barrier wall and died on I-85 near GA 400, police say. Weather: Clear and dry today, with temperatures from 64°F to 85°F and light winds up to 4 mph.
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- Six Flags Over Georgia is set to reopen on Friday, October 17, after a deadly accident.Atlanta News First
- Six Flags closes nine North American roller coasters after a man fell to his death.AP News
- A motorcyclist hit a barrier wall and died on I-85 near GA 400, police say.Atlanta News First
News & local government
- Vice President JD Vance visits metro Atlanta today for an event with supporters.13WMAZ
- Georgia's midterm early voting turnout record was shattered, the secretary of state says.WRDW
- The Supreme Court will weigh whether Fulton commissioners can reject GOP elections board nominees.Atlanta News First
Safety & emergencies
- Police say a reckless driver crashed into a car in southeast Atlanta, killing college student Morgan Gamble, 21.Instagram
- A College Park man has been sentenced for soliciting explicit pictures from children.Atlanta News First
Traffic & transport
- Police say a driver going 94 mph crashed and killed a 21-year-old woman in Atlanta.Atlanta News First
Events & going out
- Atlanta Dream face Golden State Valkyries in the WNBA Finals; see the schedule and how to watch.Sports Illustrated
- Shane O announces an Atlanta show on October 18.DancehallMag
Business & new openings
Sports
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