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Georgia FootballGeorgia lands at No. 2 in the first College Football Playoff rankings of 2026If you bleed red and black, Georgia landed at No. 2 in the first College Football Playoff rankings Tuesday, behind only undefeated Miami. Undefeated Utah is third and defending champion Indiana is fourth.Today’s editionRead Election DayGeorgia polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. today, and you need a photo IDIf you haven't voted yet, today's the day. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., and anyone in line by 7 p.m. can still vote. On Election Day you must vote at your designated polling place, which you can find on the My Voter Page on the Georgia Secretary of State's website.Tuesday’s editionRead Next DoorMedley in Johns Creek has opened with its office space fully leasedIf you've watched the old State Farm campus in Johns Creek change, Medley is open. Its first phase opened Thursday, Oct. 29, and Toro Development Company says its office space is fully leased. Toro calls Medley the first spec office project in metro Atlanta to open fully leased in more than a decade.Tuesday’s editionRead

Around Dunwoody

From The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, 95.5 WSB and 16 more newsrooms, gathered by 6AM News, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.

  1. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution31 minutes ago

    Dream vs. Valkyries was most-watched WNBA Finals since 1999

    Game 7 of the WNBA Finals was the most-watched playoff game in WNBA history with 3.3 million viewers.

  2. 95.5 WSB41 minutes ago

    Fulton County Commissioners approve $45 million design for special purpose jail facility

    According to Assistant County Manager Steve Nawrocki, officials are hopeful it will be completed in the next five years.

  3. WSB-TV41 minutes ago

    $1 million scratch-off ticket sold at middle Georgia store

    Georgia Lottery officials presented a promotional check to a store in middle Georgia that sold a $1 million scratch-off ticket.

  4. FOX 5 Atlanta42 minutes ago

    Black Men in Fashion

    Creative director Derek Blanks and plus-size fashion model Cameron Boyland join Portia to discuss breaking barriers, redefining body positivity, and changing the narrative for Black men in the fashion industry.

  5. FOX 5 Atlanta45 minutes ago

    Acupuncture for Beginners: Does It Really Work and What Does It Actually Do?

    Licensed acupuncturist Andrea Lugo joins Ryanne for an acupuncture beginner’s guide, answering what acupuncture actually does, whether it hurts, why people try it, and how to find a qualified practitioner. Then Ryanne stops asking questions from the sidelines, gets on the table, and tries acupuncture herself while asking all the questions you might be too nervous to ask.

  6. WSB-TV54 minutes ago

    Georgia’s next governor has a property tax relief plan. Here’s what it could mean

    Many Georgia homeowners are hoping for property tax relief, and a Marietta small business owner says rising costs have made it increasingly difficult to keep up with his bills.

  7. telemundoatlanta.com55 minutes ago

    Kemp descarta sesión especial para limitar poderes de Keisha Lance Bottoms tras las elecciones

    La decisión llega un día después de que Bottoms ganara la contienda por la gobernación frente al republicano Rick Jackson, poniendo fin a más de dos décadas de control republicano de la Mansión del Gobernador.

  8. 95.5 WSB55 minutes ago

    Full closure of I-285 in metro Atlanta scheduled this weekend

    Motorists should also allow significant additional travel time during these closures and seek alternate routes if possible.

  9. 11Alive.com56 minutes ago

    LIVE | Keisha Lance Bottoms to speak after election win

  10. WSB-TV58 minutes ago

    Museum closes early due to power outage

    A metro Atlanta museum is closed Wednesday because of a power outage.

  11. Fulton Neighbor1 hour ago

    Fulton County Restaurant Report Card – 11/03/2026

    The Georgia Department of Public Health conducted food service inspections in Fulton County on 11/03/2026. The following 5 establishments were inspected.

  12. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution1 hour ago

    Postcard from Madrid: Travels with Daniel Flick, Falcons reporter

    AJC sports columnist Ken Sugiura's first dispatch from the international road trip after landing in Spain to cover Sunday's Falcons-Bengals game.

  13. Gwinnett Daily Post1 hour ago

    Corpay: Q3 Earnings Snapshot

    ATLANTA (AP) — ATLANTA (AP) — Corpay, Inc. (CPAY) on Wednesday reported third-quarter earnings of $378.4 million.

  14. Gwinnett Daily Post1 hour ago

    2026-27 Gwinnett County High School Boys Basketball Team Previews

    Team-by-team previews of Gwinnett County boys basketball programs ahead of the 2026-27 season.

  15. Columbus Ledger-Enquirer1 hour ago

    Mike Evans, Christian McCaffrey Miss 49ers' First Week 9 Practice

    The 49ers won't have star players Mike Evans and Christian McCaffrey on hand for the first Week 9 practice vs. the Raiders.

  16. FOX 5 Atlanta1 hour ago

    Keltie Knight on Boundaries, Self-Trust, and the F Them Theory

    LadyGang co-host and E!’s Red Carpet host Keltie Knight joins Ryanne to talk about The F Them Theory, setting boundaries, rebuilding self-trust, outgrowing old versions of yourself, and letting other people be disappointed. It’s a conversation about the grief of becoming yourself and what happens when you stop building your life around keeping everyone else comfortable.

  17. Rough Draft Atlanta1 hour ago

    Sandy Springs to replace 20-year-old system with Salesforce

    The Sandy Springs City Council approved a five-year, $1.93 million contract with Salesforce and a $711,750 setup contract with StackNexus to replace its aging resident services platform with an AI-integrated system starting after New Year's.

  18. Gwinnett Daily Post1 hour ago

    2026-27 Gwinnett County High School Girls Basketball Team Previews

    Team-by-team previews of Gwinnett County girls basketball programs ahead of the 2026-27 season.

  19. Columbus Ledger-Enquirer1 hour ago

    Final Injury Report for Pacers-Grizzlies: Will Pascal Siakam, Ivica Zubac Play?

    The Indiana Pacers may be without multiple key players in Wednesday night's game against the Memphis Grizzlies.

  20. WSAV-TV2 hours ago

    Semi on fire outside of Atlanta on I-75 S

    ATLANTA (WSAV) — A semi appears to be on fire on I-75 North outside of Atlanta, as seen in photos sent to WSAV by a viewer. The cause of the fire is currently unknown. This is a developing story. Stay with WSAV as we work to learn more information as it is made available.

  21. Columbus Ledger-Enquirer2 hours ago

    Week 9 Running Back Usage Report: Fantasy Football Impact for Bucky Irving, Mike Washington Jr., and More!

    Dive into Week 8's biggest backfield trends. Get fantasy football analysis on Bucky Irving's dominance, Mike Washington's breakout, and Kenneth Gainwell's outlier game.

  22. Rough Draft Atlanta2 hours ago

    StillFire Brewery holds grand opening celebrations in Tucker Nov. 6-8

    StillFire Brewing is scheduled to celebrate the grand opening of its third location in Tucker with a three-day event featuring live music, food, and giveaways from Nov. 6 to 8.

  23. FOX 5 Atlanta2 hours ago

    Bottoms to address volunteers today after historic win

    Governor-elect Keisha Lance Bottoms will hold a news conference on Wednesday afternoon following her historic election night victory, meeting with campaign workers and grassroots supporters in Atlanta.

  24. FOX 5 Atlanta2 hours ago

    Douglass High celebrates alumna Keisha Lance Bottoms' win

    At Frederick Douglass High School in Northwest Atlanta, students, faculty, and Atlanta Public Schools leaders are celebrating alumna Keisha Lance Bottoms' historic election as Georgia's next governor.

    Also reported byCBS Atlanta

  25. FOX 5 Atlanta2 hours ago

    How 2026 election blue wave impacts Wall Street & your 401(k)

    Gerson Gibbs, senior managing partner at Belite Capital and former financial regulator, joined us to analyze Wall Street's sharp rally following the midterm election results.

  26. WGXA2 hours ago

    Theft reports spur FLOCK camera search as firearms stolen from cars in Butts County

    According to the Butts County Sheriff's Office, on October 27 and 30, deputies receved reports of entering autos in the areas of Morningside Drive, Lakeview Dri

  27. Marietta Daily Journal2 hours ago

    Cobb Schools announce spring 2027 commencement schedule

    The Cobb County School District officially released its 2027 commencement schedule, according to a Wednesday press release from the district.

  28. WTOC2 hours ago

    FODAC provides free home medical equipment through Savannah branch

    Friends of Disabled Adults and Children, known as FODAC, provides home medical equipment at no cost through its branch in Savannah, CEO Chris Brand said.

  29. Marietta Daily Journal2 hours ago

    Capital City Bank Group Foundation awards $25,000 to nonprofits in Cobb County

    Capital City Bank Group Foundation, a nonprofit organization created in 1983 by Capital City Bank Group Inc., has donated annually for 43 years to charitable institutions across the Capital City

  30. FOX 5 Atlanta2 hours ago

    Students produce live rock concert with Reach & Teach

    Students at Heard County High School are taking charge behind the scenes to produce and execute a full-scale live rock concert on campus through the hands-on Reach and Teach program.

  31. telemundoatlanta.com2 hours ago

    Vacuna contra la influenza: Cómo funciona, cómo se elabora y quiénes deben aplicársela

    Conozca el proceso de elaboración de la vacuna contra la gripe, su funcionamiento en el sistema inmune y las recomendaciones de los CDC para la dosis anual.

  32. WABE2 hours ago

    Meet Georgia’s 4 new members of Congress

    There are now four newly-elected Georgia members of Congress, who have different platforms, backgrounds and degrees of experience.

  33. Gwinnett Daily Post2 hours ago

    Tony Lotti resigns as Seckinger head football coach

    After guiding the football program to new heights over his four-year tenure, Seckinger head coach Tony Lotti has resigned from the position.

  34. FOX 5 Atlanta2 hours ago

    Keisha Lance Bottoms wins Georgia governor race

    Keisha Lance Bottoms secures the governor’s mansion, making history as the first woman and first Black governor of Georgia, as well as the first Black woman elected governor in United States history.

    Also reported by95.5 WSB

  35. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution2 hours ago

    Madrid as good a place as any for Falcons’ recovery

    The Falcons arrived Wednesday morning from Atlanta ahead of their game against Cincinnati on Sunday.

  36. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution2 hours ago

    Two Atlanta Braves prospects named to Arizona Fall League All-Star Game

    Shortstop Tate Southisene and pitcher Briggs McKenzie will represent the Atlanta Braves during the event Sunday at Salt River Fields in Arizona.

  37. Savannah Morning News2 hours ago

    Cold front brings rain and storms to Georgia. How cold will it get?

    A cold front will bring rain and thunderstorms to parts of Georgia before temperatures drop into the 30s across north Georgia this weekend.

  38. SaportaReport2 hours ago

    Magic City fosters a night of civic joy and celebration on historic election night

    At 10:42 p.m. Tuesday, the DJ at Magic City grabbed the mic. “We just made history!” he shouted, and the crowd cheered, hands in the air. As the opening of DJ Khaled’s “All I Do Is Win” came through the speakers, he added: “We’ve got the first Black female governor!” People raised their drinks and

  39. WSB-TV2 hours ago

    Metro Atlanta city says tax bill erroneously shows interest charge

    A metro Atlanta city is warning residents their tax bills may have an error on them.

  40. CBS Atlanta2 hours ago

    Atlanta announces repair schedule for closed Moores Mill Road bridge

    Crews are working overnight to repair water infrastructure near Atlanta's closed Moores Mill Road bridge, with construction on the bridge wall scheduled to begin Nov. 9.

In brief

The short notes of 5AM Dunwoody’s last two editions. Open one to read it, with its sources.

  • DeKalb resultsIf you voted in DeKalb, the Election Night results are preliminary, unofficial and incomplete.

    If you voted in DeKalb, the Election Night results are preliminary, unofficial and incomplete. The DeKalb BRE holds a pre-certification meeting Fri., Nov. 6, at noon, then votes on certification Mon., Nov. 9, at noon, both at the DeKalb VRE office, 4380 Memorial Drive, Suite 300.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: On Common Ground News

  • Fulton scannersThe Fulton County election board held a special meeting Tuesday before polls closed to address scanner issues.

    The Fulton County election board held a special meeting Tuesday before polls closed to address scanner issues. The problems affected roughly 1,000 early votes at two precincts.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: 11Alive.com

  • Tech hoopsGeorgia Tech opened the Scott Cross era with a 75-55 win over Hampton at McCamish Pavilion.

    Georgia Tech opened the Scott Cross era with a 75-55 win over Hampton at McCamish Pavilion. The Yellow Jackets grabbed 19 offensive rebounds and held Hampton to 28% shooting, but they also had 18 turnovers.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

  • MARTAMARTA opened a new operations training center at its Lakewood station Monday and hopes to start by training 15 new drivers every five weeks.

    MARTA opened a new operations training center at its Lakewood station Monday and hopes to start by training 15 new drivers every five weeks. Last month, MARTA announced it was $109 million over budget.

    News Notes · Tuesday’s editionSource: Atlanta News First

  • Gas pricesGeorgia's average for regular is $3.58 a gallon, according to AAA data released Monday, against a national average of $4.17.

    Georgia's average for regular is $3.58 a gallon, according to AAA data released Monday, against a national average of $4.17. County averages range from $3.30 to nearly $4. AAA says rising crude oil prices and renewed concerns about global supply disruptions could slow the drop in the coming weeks.

    News Notes · Tuesday’s editionSources: FOX 5 Atlanta, WNEG Radio

  • HawksNickeil Alexander-Walker scored a season-high 34 points as the Hawks beat the Pacers 108-104 Monday night.

    Nickeil Alexander-Walker scored a season-high 34 points as the Hawks beat the Pacers 108-104 Monday night. Indiana dressed only six players, the fewest of any NBA team this season. The Pacers were without 11 players, and Tyrese Haliburton is out at least two weeks with a hamstring strain.

    Around Georgia · Tuesday’s editionSources: Atlanta News First, Columbus Ledger-Enquirer

  • BravesChris Sale is one of three finalists for the National League Cy Young Award, and Walt Weiss is one of three for NL manager of the year, the BBWAA announced Monday.

    Chris Sale is one of three finalists for the National League Cy Young Award, and Walt Weiss is one of three for NL manager of the year, the BBWAA announced Monday. The manager of the year is scheduled to be announced Nov. 10 and the Cy Young winner Nov. 11.

    Around Georgia · Tuesday’s editionSource: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution