Here are some of the latest news updates from Atlanta:
Affordable Housing Crisis
Between 2018 and 2023, the Atlanta metropolitan area lost over 230,000 affordable housing units, according to the Atlanta Regional Commission. This decline, coupled with insufficient new construction and rising housing prices, has led to a housing crisis affecting the 11-county region.
Projections suggest that to meet the needs of an expected 1.8 million new residents by 2050, approximately 294,000 new units must be built, and nearly 41,000 existing units preserved.
Severe Storms Cause Damage
Severe storms that passed through Georgia from Saturday night into Sunday morning caused significant damage across metro Atlanta. Channel 2 Action News viewers shared photos and videos of the aftermath, highlighting the widespread impact of the weather event.
Sports Highlights
- MLS Soccer: In a recent match, Inter Miami secured a 2-1 victory over Atlanta United. Lionel Messi scored a remarkable goal, and Fafà Picault added the winning goal in the 89th minute.
- NBA Basketball: Cameron Johnson led the Brooklyn Nets to a 122-114 win against the Atlanta Hawks, scoring 28 points and contributing seven assists. Despite Trae Young’s 28 points and 12 assists for the Hawks, they struggled with 3-point shooting, converting only 11 of 37 attempts.
Public Safety Incidents
- Fire Incident: An overnight fire caused major damage to a liquor store in DeKalb County, with the flames threatening a nearby gas station.
- Traffic Incident: A driver became stuck on train tracks near Marietta Street in Atlanta on Monday morning. Emergency responders were on the scene to address the situation.
- MARTA Incident: A person was struck by a MARTA train at the College Park station on Saturday morning, leading to service disruptions at two stations during the investigation.
Business Developments
Wayfair plans to open a retail store in the former Walmart location on Howell Mill Road, marking a significant expansion of its physical presence in Atlanta.
Entertainment News
Angela Oakley, a new cast member on ‘The Real Housewives of Atlanta,’ has built a successful career as a financial consultant, achieving millionaire status independently of her husband, NBA legend Charles Oakley. She owns a financial consulting firm and invests in property renovations.