Atlanta, GA news on Thursday, October 29, 2026
In Atlanta, GA on Thursday, October 29, 2026: Early voting ends; election security, amendments explained. Also: Georgia plays Florida in Athens rivalry game relocated to Atlanta this weekend. Check kickoff time and TV details for Saturday; Metro Atlanta county addresses absentee ballot delays as election day approaches next week. Weather: Mostly clear and mild today, 54–74°F with light winds.
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Headlines
- Georgia plays Florida in Athens rivalry game relocated to Atlanta this weekend. Check kickoff time and TV details for Saturday.The Red & Black ·
News & local government
- Metro Atlanta county addresses absentee ballot delays as election day approaches next week.WSB-TV ·
- Georgia tracks voting machines before Election Day through chain of custody procedures.Atlanta News First ·
- Georgia Amendment 3 on ballot asks voters about 911 funding support.Atlanta News First ·
- Kamala Harris visits Macon and Atlanta to urge Georgia voters in midterm election.11Alive.com ·
Safety & emergencies
- Meriwether County schools released early Thursday due to security threat.Atlanta News First ·
- Georgia prisons placed on lockdown after gang-related fight.WTOC ·
Events & going out
Business & new openings
- Winsupply substantially expands distribution center space in Atlanta.National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors ·
- PNC Bank opens two new locations in Atlanta market.CoStar ·
- Downtown Atlanta office vacancy reaches 30% while residential population up 45% since 2010.Atlanta News First ·
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