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Toll lanes move forward on northern I-285, with first opening planned for 2034
The State Transportation Board selected a consortium to develop toll express lanes on northern I-285, with construction starting in 2028 and lanes opening in…
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Jones Bridge Road Widening Delayed Until Spring 2027
The Jones Bridge Road widening project in Johns Creek has been delayed until spring 2027. Utility relocations and final construction work are pushing the…
Overnight Lane Closures Begin on Peachtree Parkway in Peachtree Corners
Peachtree Parkway will see overnight lane closures starting Sept. 30 for pedestrian bridge maintenance. One lane in each direction will close overnight to complete…
What Will Georgia 400’s New Toll Lanes Mean for Your Commute?
Georgia 400 will add optional toll express lanes alongside free lanes between Sandy Springs and South Forsyth. The lanes will use congestion pricing and…
Norcross 25 MPH Proposal May Change Just One Section of One Street
Norcross proposes a citywide 25 mph speed limit, but the change may affect only one section of a residential street. Safety studies and council…
Volkswagen Recalls More Than 208,000 SUVs Over Steering Failure Risk
Volkswagen and Audi are recalling more than 208,000 SUVs over a potentially dangerous steering bolt failure. Affected vehicles include certain 2018-2019 Volkswagen models and…
Old Milton Parkway Widening Will Reshape Avalon Corridor Through 2029
A major widening of Old Milton Parkway in Alpharetta is underway, expanding the road and replacing bridges. The project will reshape traffic near Avalon…
Who Fixes North Atlanta’s Potholes? It Depends on Who Owns the Road
Pothole repairs in North Atlanta depend on whether the road is managed by the state, county, city, or a private group. Knowing who owns…
McGinnis Ferry Work Reaches Christopher Robin Road, With Spring 2028 Still the Target
McGinnis Ferry Road widening in Johns Creek progresses near Christopher Robin Road with important underground work underway. The project remains on track for spring…
What North Atlanta Should Know Today. Friday, Aug. 28, 2026
Alpharetta’s license-plate data network now reaches over 2,000 organizations nationwide. GA 400’s Exit 5 closes Saturday for two years. Forsyth County details SPLOST IX…
What North Atlanta Should Know Today. Thursday, Aug. 27, 2026
Fulton Schools propose a property-tax increase while thunderstorms bring flooding risks across North Atlanta. GA 400 drivers face lane closures and new ramps. Local…
When Do You Have to Stop for a School Bus in Georgia? The Rule North Atlanta Drivers Should Know
North Atlanta drivers need to know when to stop for school buses. Roads without physical medians require all traffic to stop for flashing red…