We got an enormous response after publishing our first investigation involving this issue. So, we kept digging. atlantanewsfirst.com/2026/06…

“I fear we are careening toward a future with fewer and fewer journalists to do the expensive, difficult work of original reporting — going to places, talking to people, digging up information, covering important issues and events, providing context…” nytco.com/press/a-i-journali…

Atlanta News First recently won four 2026 Regional Edward R. Murrow Awards by the Radio Television Digital News Association (@RTDNA), including the prestigious Overall Excellence award. The station earned regional honors in four categories: Overall Excellence, Excellence in Video for Powerless, Excellence in Digital for HOA Nightmares, and Excellence in News Series for Wrong House Raids. "Local journalism is essential, and this newsroom proves that every day. At a time when trust in journalism is more important than ever, this recognition is especially meaningful,” said WANF News Director Kim Saxon. “These awards recognize not just individual stories, but a culture of journalism built on curiosity, accountability, urgency, and purpose. I couldn’t be prouder of this team." Congratulations, @ATLNewsFirst! #GrayProud

Must read this @hannah_natanson tribute to journalism, especially this heartbreaking part about her reporting on the federal workforce last year cjr.org/opinion/hannah-natan…

"I want everybody there that is trying to cover this up to be accountable — every last one of them." - former officer who says he was fired for trying to blow the whistle about misconduct. More on my investigation here ⬇️ atlantanewsfirst.com/2026/05…

A police officer arrested and his chief caught on body camera asking a subordinate to give a small business owner a break instead of a fine. This investigation covers a lot. ~> atlantanewsfirst.com/2026/05… 

Wishing a Happy Birthday to Sir David Attenborough. Thank you for the knowledge, passion, and hope you’ve passed on to all of us. Celebrate 100 years of Sir David Attenborough with Ocean with David Attenborough on @DisneyPlus and @hulu

I really enjoyed taking part in this. The questions after the event were really insightful. Thanks for having me @pulitzercenter pulitzercenter.org/blog/stor…

Gov Brian Kemp signing the Georgia Early Literacy Act of 2026. Read more about my ‘Reading Reset’ investigative series which sheds light on potential causes of the state’s literacy crisis—and possible solutions: atlantanewsfirst.com/news/in…

After natural disasters, white nationalists, militias, and conspiracists often arrive, offering help. But they also want to recruit and improve their image. Watch the full 60 Minutes report: cbsnews.com/news/some-white-…

If you're a parent with a special needs child, you've likely thought about this scenario and what will happen when you're no long around. It's scary, heartbreaking, and systemic. atlantanewsfirst.com/2026/04…

Judges’ comments:

They published the whole thing -- transcript & 40 minutes of the interview -- which is the only way you know what was cut out. Every news story is edited for time (I've been doing this for 36 years). Your own articles use quotes, not whole interviews. cbsnews.com/news/read-the-fu…

Every American should watch every second of this video. Thank you, @BenSasse.

Uncovered | Shocking Georgia Power text, vision impairment and literacy, Agent Orange atlantanewsfirst.com/2026/04…

New Investigation: city’s water system may not be good enough to fight fires. It has paused all residential construction. So, why did it approve two large commercial construction projects? atlantanewsfirst.com/2026/04…

Excited to share our docuseries, Tragedy in Paradise, was honored by the Association of Health Care Journalists. We placed FIRST PLACE in Television and Video Reporting - Long Form. healthjournalism.org/awards-…

Grateful to show our docuseries, Tragedy in Paradise, at this film festival later today. It’s an urgently relevant look at the impact of misinformation in pubic health. pulitzercenter.org/event/cug…