Atlanta, GA news on Wednesday, October 21, 2026
In Atlanta, GA on Wednesday, October 21, 2026: Early voting tops 1.1M ballots; three amendments on ballot. Also: Early voting in Georgia has surpassed 1.1 million ballots cast; Manhunt underway after officer dragged by car in metro Atlanta; incident being investigated. Weather: Sunny and pleasant this afternoon with highs near 74°F.
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- Early voting in Georgia has surpassed 1.1 million ballots cast.FOX 5 Atlanta ·
- Manhunt underway after officer dragged by car in metro Atlanta; incident being investigated.Patch ·
- This weekend: massive free Persian art and culture festival at Pardis Park with food, vendors, live music and new statue.Secret Atlanta ·
News & local government
Events & going out
Food & drink
- NOSH Culinary Showcase brings crowd-voted tasting night to Uptown Atlanta.Atlanta News First ·
Business & new openings
- Cresa hires Nathan Knowles as Atlanta market leader for commercial real estate deals.Bisnow ·
- Group 1 acquires ten Hennessy dealerships in Atlanta for $1.3 billion.Automotive News ·
Culture & arts
- Last-minute Halloween costumes available at local Atlanta shops this week.Atlanta News First ·
Community & volunteering
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