Trump claims immunity from prosecution in Georgia – Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Donald Trump is claiming immunity from prosecution in Georgia, asking a Fulton County judge to dismiss criminal charges against him. This comes after he faced racketeering, false statements, and other charges related to his efforts to overturn Joe Biden’s victory based on false voting fraud allegations. Trump’s attorneys argue that the former president could not […]

Co-living a growing trend among renters on a budget – Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Miles is renting a furnished bedroom in a single-family home in Douglasville through PadSplit at less than $700 a month, well below the average cost of a one-bedroom apartment in Atlanta or the surrounding suburbs. In the United States, more than 5,000 beds in about 150 modern co-living communities existed in 2019, according to CBRE, […]

Judge extends injunction against Gwinnett DA’s cannabis product ban – Atlanta Journal-Constitution

The cannabis extracts, usually derived from hemp, are similar to the main intoxicating ingredient in marijuana but cause milder highs. The injunction prohibits Austin-Gatson from prosecuting sellers of delta-8 or delta-10 THC, and from seizing products or money from them. The store owners argue the compounds are legal in Georgia as long as they’re made […]

Excuse My French opens at Ponce City Market and more restaurant and bar news from the week

Excuse My French serves a variety of classic French cocktails plus wine and beer, with light bites to be added soon. Drinks can be imbibed at the 15-seat bar, in a lounge area, or taken to go. Cynthia “Cyn” Hernandez will open a brick-and-mortar location of her mobile business the Cereal Lab at 335 West […]

Persian eatery Bibi opening in Ponce City Market and more restaurant news from the week

Kargar left his native Iran at 17, eventually landing in Atlanta, where he earned a degree in hospitality from Georgia State University while working at several restaurants, including Rumi’s Kitchen. 29 after 11 years, and weeks later opened at 8 Park Place South in downtown Atlanta. Sagent is currently selling his plant-based food in the […]