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The latest news about Downtown Atlanta.

September 2020

Public input sought for South Broad Street improvements

Sep 9, 2020 | News Article

Green Infrastructure Project in Downtown Atlanta the First of Its Kind in the State

Sep 7, 2020 | News Article

Atlanta Downtown Improvement District has new initiative to help with homelessness issues

Sep 2, 2020 | News Article

August 2020

Renowned Atlanta architect Jack Portman, 71, dead of natural causes

Aug 31, 2020 | News Article

Opinion: Partnering to better manage our water

Aug 21, 2020 | News Article

Wear a mask, save a life

Aug 18, 2020 | News Article

Braden Fellman Group Buys Former United Methodist Center in Downtown Atlanta for $3M

Aug 14, 2020 | News Article

Customers step up to help metro restaurant damaged by vandals, hurt by pandemic

Aug 14, 2020 | News Article

Whitehall Street Retail Historic District Listed in the National Register of Historic Places

Aug 10, 2020 | News Article

July 2020

Wyndham Destinations Looks to Put Millennials Into Urban Timeshares

Jul 29, 2020 | News Article

How Downtown Atlanta Aims to Drive Alternative Commute Options

Jul 28, 2020 | News Article

The Yard Milkshake Bar now open for Instagram-worthy desserts and more dining news

Jul 24, 2020 | News Article

7 smart and simple ways public spaces are being adapted for social distancing

Jul 22, 2020 | News Article

Newport Announces Redevelopment of 222 Mitchell St. as Part of ‘South Dwntn’ Project

Jul 22, 2020 | News Article

Why This Atlanta Park Has a Dedicated Case Manager

Jul 13, 2020 | News Article

Coca-Cola and Cristo Rey: Partners Providing Opportunity

Jul 6, 2020 | News Article

Digital billboards display pieces by Atlanta artists

Jul 5, 2020 | News Article

June 2020

Downtown businesses struggle after virus, protests

Jun 22, 2020 | News Article

Juneteenth events happening in Atlanta this week

Jun 17, 2020 | News Article

Peachtree Center District Born from Change, Continues to Redefine the Downtown Atlanta Experience

Jun 15, 2020 | News Article

Downtown Decides! Results revealed in public vote of how to spend $1 million in transportation dollars

Jun 10, 2020 | News Article

Longtime kitchen chief retires after decades helping Atlanta’s homeless

Jun 9, 2020 | News Article

Hands On Atlanta and Sock Fancy Partner to Give Away 50,000 Masks

Jun 8, 2020 | News Article

We're going to need infrastructure stimulus for hospitality sector: Central Atlanta Progress Pres.

Jun 8, 2020 | News Article

Many of Georgia’s biggest firms rally behind a ‘comprehensive’ hate-crimes law

Jun 8, 2020 | News Article

City of Atlanta needs Eastside TAD – now more than ever

Jun 8, 2020 | News Article

June 5, 2020 Statement from CAP/ADID

Jun 5, 2020 | Press Release

Shattered consensus: Atlanta business and community leaders react to demonstrations

Jun 1, 2020 | News Article

May 2020

Official Statement Regarding May 29 Protest in Downtown Atlanta

May 30, 2020 | Press Release

Tribute to mayors Ivan Allen Jr. and Maynard Jackson will include public artwork, archive

May 27, 2020 | News Article

View from Peachtree - Forever I Love Atlanta

May 25, 2020 | News Article

After 25 years of leading Theatrical Outfit, director Tom Key takes a final bow

May 20, 2020 | News Article

Power Poll: Metro, state leaders on rebuilding economy

May 15, 2020 | News Article

ARC’s Livable Centers Initiative Awards $1.4 Million to Fund Planning Studies in 11 Metro Atlanta Communities

May 15, 2020 | News Article

No Residency Required: Vote Now On Downtown Atlanta Transportation Projects

May 13, 2020 | News Article

Two former Atlanta mayors to be honored with public artwork

May 8, 2020 | News Article

“Atlanta Legacy Makers: A Tribute to Mayors Allen and Jackson” Public Art and Archive Project Launches with Digital Engagement Opportunities

May 4, 2020 | Press Release

View from Downtown: The Polls are Open!

May 4, 2020 | News Article

April 2020

Opinion: Let’s heed lessons taught by this pandemic

Apr 18, 2020 | News Article

A Sweet Auburn Bar Owner Shifts Her Business Model In Face Of Pandemic

Apr 17, 2020 | News Article

The Progress Report: Supporting Downtown Atlanta During COVID-19

Apr 16, 2020 | News Article

Downtown Atlanta’s Arts and Entertainment District uses digital signage to display coronavirus PSAs

Apr 16, 2020 | News Article

View from Peachtree: Doubling down on the crises our community faces

Apr 13, 2020 | News Article

Atlanta landmarks to glow blue in salute to healthcare workers fighting coronavirus

Apr 9, 2020 | News Article

Atlanta to go blue on Thursday to recognize healthcare workers and first responders as part of national #LightItBlue campaign

Apr 8, 2020 | Press Release

March 2020

Atlanta Marriott Marquis Lights Up Empty Rooms In Shape of Heart

Mar 29, 2020 | News Article

How Atlanta Conquered Its Better Buildings Challenge Goals Two Years Early

Mar 28, 2020 | News Article

Downtown Atlanta Area Restaurants Offering Takeout and Delivery

Mar 28, 2020 | News Article

From Whiskey To Hand Sanitizer: The Old Fourth Distillery Weighs Its Options

Mar 27, 2020 | News Article

College Football Hall of Fame announces new CEO

Mar 26, 2020 | News Article

5 ways to explore downtown Atlanta without leaving your home

Mar 24, 2020 | News Article

View from Peachtree - A.J. Robinson

Mar 23, 2020 | News Article

Progress on Transportation Goes Beyond Infrastructure

Mar 2, 2020 | News Article

Rufus Rose House will be restored for potential restaurant use

Mar 2, 2020 | News Article

February 2020

Secrets to Savings: Inside Atlanta's Better Buildings Challenge Success

Feb 28, 2020 | News Article

Phoenix Flies: Annual tours of historic sites marks Atlanta Preservation Center’s 40th anniversary

Feb 26, 2020 | News Article

Photos: How the highly visual Arts & Entertainment Atlanta district is coming together

Feb 24, 2020 | News Article

Final Four 2020: Things to do during the Final Four in Atlanta

Feb 20, 2020 | News Article

Performer creates magical experience in Downtown Atlanta

Feb 10, 2020 | News Article

The Stitch’s benefits far outweigh any challenges in bringing it to life

Feb 10, 2020 | News Article

First Look: Zoo Atlanta opens its newest event space, Savanna Hall

Feb 5, 2020 | News Article

How Can My City Be More Inclusive?

Feb 3, 2020 | News Article

Downtown Dazzles With Local Stories In Lights

Feb 3, 2020 | News Article

Can South Downtown thrive again?

Feb 3, 2020 | News Article

Activist-Driven Refuge Coffee Swings Open in Sweet Auburn’s Atlanta Daily World Building

Feb 3, 2020 | News Article

January 2020

With historic Kell Hall razed, Georgia State’s major green space project moves forward

Jan 31, 2020 | News Article

Olympic marathon trials are coming to Atlanta; here’s what you need to know

Jan 29, 2020 | News Article

The Wahlberg Brothers Debut Their Boston Burger Joint Downtown on Peachtree Street

Jan 29, 2020 | News Article

Following fire, Paris on Ponce event space to reopen downtown

Jan 23, 2020 | News Article

Georgia’s Own Credit Union provides free wi-fi in Woodruff Park

Jan 21, 2020 | News Article

A Re/CAP of the Past, a Look Ahead to the Future

Jan 20, 2020 | News Article

2020 Downtown Market Report

Jan 17, 2020 | News Article

Legacy Ventures Planning A Luxury Boutique Hotel In Downtown Atlanta

Jan 9, 2020 | News Article

Atlanta Hawks Uniform Honors Iconic Peachtree Street

Jan 6, 2020 | News Article

The Game Changer

Jan 2, 2020 | News Article

December 2019

Fast-casual Korean restaurant opening soon near Georgia State University

Dec 30, 2019 | News Article

PRISM: Winter Lights Brings Art To Woodruff Park

Dec 17, 2019 | News Article

PRISM: Who makes public art at Woodruff Park?

Dec 10, 2019 | News Article

Woodruff Park Enhances Peachtree Street’s Vibrancy

Dec 2, 2019 | News Article

Woodruff Park to become 3-month wonderland of light sculptures

Dec 2, 2019 | News Article

November 2019

Underground Atlanta adds two arts tenants to mix

Nov 26, 2019 | News Article

Nicole Hollis Turns a 1906 Atlanta Landmark Into an of-the-Moment Hotel

Nov 22, 2019 | News Article

Public input sought for transportation projects in downtown Atlanta

Nov 19, 2019 | News Article

New York owner completes $10.5M renovation of Atlanta's former Regenstein's Department Store

Nov 19, 2019 | News Article

Mayor Ivan Allen Jr., a bridge builder, to be honored with a bridge and walking museum

Nov 18, 2019 | News Article

Activist-Driven Refuge Coffee Replaces Condesa Coffee at Atlanta Daily World Building

Nov 15, 2019 | News Article

Closer Look: The Benefits and Drawbacks of Legalizing Gambling in Georgia

Nov 13, 2019 | News Article

View from Peachtree: Mission Accomplished – Building Atlanta's Sustainable Future

Nov 11, 2019 | News Article

PRISM: Winter Lights Illuminates Woodruff Park

Nov 5, 2019 | Press Release

Opinion: Independent study of casinos needed before state places bet

Nov 2, 2019 | News Article

October 2019

Downtown hotel unveils refresh of National Register of Historic Places building

Oct 30, 2019 | News Article

City of Atlanta Meets Better Buildings Challenge Goal of 20% Energy Savings Two Years Ahead of Schedule

Oct 28, 2019 | Press Release

Candler Hotel Atlanta officially opening to public Wednesday

Oct 23, 2019 | News Article

View from Peachtree - South

Oct 21, 2019 | News Article

Coca-Cola to refresh its iconic sign at downtown's Five Points

Oct 18, 2019 | News Article

Downtown Atlanta’s growth elusive in its inner core

Oct 15, 2019 | News Article

September 2019

Muffulettas and Eggsluts Are on the Menu at This Downtown Sandwich Cafe

Sep 25, 2019 | News Article

Downtown Atlanta rooftop is being decorated with one amazing mural right now

Sep 25, 2019 | News Article

Lyft seeks to alleviate challenges LGBTQ+ community faces while shopping

Sep 23, 2019 | News Article

Check out the menu for Dos Bocas, now open in downtown Atlanta

Sep 20, 2019 | News Article

Peek inside By George, Hugh Acheson’s new downtown restaurant

Sep 20, 2019 | News Article

Vision unveiled for Georgia State University’s $85M convocation center

Sep 19, 2019 | News Article

A Few Parking Spots In Atlanta Are Getting A One-Day-Only Makeover

Sep 19, 2019 | News Article

Free Lineup of Fall Movie Nights Coming to Woodruff Park

Sep 12, 2019 | Press Release

Paste Magazine relocates to downtown Atlanta

Sep 10, 2019 | News Article

August 2019

Doggy Con: a pop culture convention for furry fanatics

Aug 17, 2019 | News Article

Tiny Door #17 to be Unveiled at Woodruff Park’s “Doggy Con” Event

Aug 9, 2019 | Press Release

July 2019

Your Dog Can Compete For Some Seriously Pawsome Prizes At Doggy Con Atlanta Next Month

Jul 23, 2019 | News Article

Atlanta town hall meeting to tackle homelessness

Jul 23, 2019 | News Article

New visitor center opens at Centennial Olympic Park

Jul 11, 2019 | News Article

Atlanta library in park inspires outreach during renovations

Jul 6, 2019 | News Article

Community panel to discuss homelessness in Atlanta

Jul 4, 2019 | News Article

Downtown's Woodruff Park to host Dragon Con-inspired pet parade and costume contest

Jul 1, 2019 | Press Release

June 2019

CAP Town Hall Meeting on July 24 to Feature Community Panel Discussion About Homelessness in Atlanta

Jun 27, 2019 | Press Release

City of Atlanta to study how to remake Peachtree into a 'shared street'

Jun 21, 2019 | News Article

Hugh Acheson to open By George in downtown Atlanta’s Candler Hotel

Jun 20, 2019 | News Article

Check out the menu for Kevin Gillespie’s Ole Reliable pop-up, opening next week

Jun 14, 2019 | News Article

Not surprisingly, new study ranks Downtown Atlanta as a ‘growing downtown’

Jun 7, 2019 | News Article

Industry Report Underscores the Value of Downtown Atlanta

Jun 5, 2019 | Press Release

Fulton County’s Central Library In Downtown Offers ‘Library On The Lawn’

Jun 10, 2019 | News Article

May 2019

Woodruff Park’s Popular Food Truck Fridays Series Kicks Off June 7

May 28, 2019 | Press Release

Downtown Atlanta Gains a Tex-Mex-Cajun Restaurant This Summer

May 22, 2019 | News Article

Chef Kevin Gillespie to open tiny pop-up cafe at Georgia-Pacific Tower

May 17, 2019 | News Article

Say goodbye to the Gulch and hello to Centennial Yards

May 14, 2019 | News Article

Officers remember fallen heroes for National Police Week

May 14, 2019 | News Article

‘Live From Woodruff Park’ Series Holds Free Concerts Every Wednesday In May

May 14, 2019 | News Article

Gulch project to ramp up in 2020, be known as Centennial Yards

May 14, 2019 | News Article

Fallen Officers To Be Honored In Downtown Atlanta

May 13, 2019 | News Article

Downtown scavenger hunt this week rewards Atlantans who explore the neighborhood

May 13, 2019 | News Article

How to win Atlanta United tickets during downtown scavenger hunt

May 10, 2019 | News Article

Central Atlanta Progress Hosts "Downtown Walk Challenge" May 13

May 8, 2019 | News Article

Downtown’s $125M parking deck-topping apartment tower to break ground Thursday

May 8, 2019 | News Article

Historic “Windows Speak” project showcases gateway to Atlanta’s black businesses

May 2, 2019 | News Article

April 2019

‘Live from Woodruff Park’ series kicks off May 1

Apr 24, 2019 | News Article

29-story apartment tower to rise over Peachtree Center

Apr 22, 2019 | News Article

Residents of tourist-driven areas make Atlanta visitors feel welcome

Apr 15, 2019 | News Article

South downtown Atlanta’s new pop-up shops are first step in big project

Apr 15, 2019 | News Article

Get your pie fix at this downtown Atlanta pie shop

Apr 12, 2019 | News Article

“Live from Woodruff Park” Returns with May Jazz Concert Series

Apr 8, 2019 | Press Release

Newport reveals pop-up tenants on historic Hotel Row

Apr 1, 2019 | News Article

March 2019

Downtown café packs a punch with Latin fare

Mar 27, 2019 | News Article

Woodruff Park Welcomes Spring and Launches April Program Schedule

Mar 27, 2019 | Press Release

C4 Atlanta Expands Space to Offer More Studio Space for Artists In South Downtown

Mar 20, 2019 | News Article

Atlanta’s arts community relies on support from SunTrust and Turner. So what do the latest corporate shakeups mean?

Mar 18, 2019 | News Article

2019 Downtown Market Report

Mar 15, 2019 | News Article

Development boom coming to Atlanta's SoNo district

Mar 15, 2019 | News Article

Dramatic video revealed for The Stitch project in Downtown

Mar 13, 2019 | News Article

Central Atlanta Progress unveils new vision for downtown Stitch project

Mar 13, 2019 | News Article

Downtown Atlanta Entering New “Golden Era”

Mar 12, 2019 | Press Release

Envisioning More Green Space in Atlanta with a Park-Capped Highway

Mar 11, 2019 | News Article

'The Stitch' seeks to bridge the divide created by the Downtown Connector

Mar 4, 2019 | News Article

Starting a new chapter for Atlanta's neglected 'Gulch'

Mar 1, 2019 | News Article

What ‘The Stitch’ needs, according to land use experts

Mar 1, 2019 | News Article

Advisory panel says highway-capping ‘Stitch’ project could cost $452M

Mar 1, 2019 | News Article

Downtown Connector-capping Stitch project could cost $452 million

Mar 1, 2019 | News Article

Mitchell Street will host several pop-ups as a kickoff to South Downtown revitalization

Mar 1, 2019 | News Article

February 2019

News Briefs: The Stitch project lives; CAP annual meeting

Feb 28, 2019 | News Article

Proposed Stitch Could Help Reconnect Downtown Atlanta

Feb 28, 2019 | News Article

Proposed redesign of Peachtree Street highlighted in art exhibition

Feb 26, 2019 | News Article

Column: CAP’s Dan Sweat Award

Feb 21, 2019 | News Article

Westside Future Fund Welcomes New Members to Board of Directors

Feb 19, 2019 | News Article

A.J. Robinson, Rich McKay given leadership roles with nonprofit arm of College Football Hall of Fame

Feb 19, 2019 | News Article

Central Atlanta Progress Showcases Redefined Downtown

Feb 11, 2019 | News Article

Revised vision for downtown’s highway-capping ‘Stitch’ to emerge in coming weeks

Feb 11, 2019 | News Article

Central Atlanta Progress Showcases a Redefined Downtown at 2019 Annual Meeting & Awards Celebration

Feb 8, 2019 | Press Release

The Super Bowl Cost Atlanta $46M. Was It Worth It?

Feb 7, 2019 | News Article

$400M project would put park, buildings over Downtown Connector

Feb 7, 2019 | News Article

January 2019

Parks of the Future…Built Atop Highways?

Jan 24, 2019 | News Article

WeWork to occupy 101 Marietta Street tower in first downtown location

Jan 24, 2019 | News Article

Ackerman SVP Del Early brokers 12,919 lease at historic office building

Jan 18, 2019 | News Article

Atlanta Tech Startup Makes Big Move To Downtown Tower

Jan 16, 2019 | News Article

Habitat for Humanity relocating Atlanta headquarters to Peachtree Center

Jan 15, 2019 | News Article

CAP Town Hall Meeting on January 23 to Feature Updates from Super Bowl Host Committee, WonderRoot, and More

Jan 14, 2019 | Press Release

‘Hanging gardens’ are covering highways, and chances are, one is being planned near you

Jan 11, 2019 | News Article

Three deck park proposals pop up over Atlanta’s congested urban core

Jan 4, 2019 | News Article

To Woo Millennials, Atlanta Considers Covering Highways With Parks

Jan 1, 2019 | News Article

December 2018

From the Beltline to downtown, Atlanta’s most promising 2018 proposals

Dec 20, 2018 | News Article

Atlanta United are MLS champions, and the parade was rowdy and proud

Dec 10, 2018 | News Article

Downtown Atlanta businesses hoping for MLS Cup lift

Dec 6, 2018 | News Article

WonderRoot’s Off the Wall mural project calls on local artists to put civil rights front and center

Dec 3, 2018 | News Article

November 2018

Atlanta United and Portland Timbers advance, will meet in 2018 MLS Cup

Nov 30, 2018 | News Article

Woodruff Park Receives $125,000 Grant to Continue Work to Attract and Serve Diverse Park Users

Nov 29, 2018 | Press Release

At an Atlanta shelter, homeless guests offer the refuge of music

Nov 22, 2018 | News Article

When Communities Like Downtown And The Westside Thrive, Atlanta Thrives.

Nov 20, 2018 | News Article

Renderings unveiled for signage, public art in Downtown arts & entertainment district

Nov 17, 2018 | News Article

Downtown set to see more bright lights, billboards and artwork

Nov 14, 2018 | News Article

Murals for Super Bowl LIII highlight Atlanta's civil rights legacy

Nov 12, 2018 | News Article

Millennials, urban renewal trends bring life to downtown Atlanta

Nov 1, 2018 | News Article

Atlanta Arts & Entertainment District Unveil Plans for Downtown Makeover

Nov 16, 2018 | News Article

October 2018

Redevelopment Projects to Introduce GMA to New Neighbors

Oct 29, 2018 | News Article

Downtown Daffodil Dash Honors Young Holocaust Victims

Oct 26, 2018 | News Article

Partnership with Georgia’s Own Credit Union, 100 Peachtree, and Southwest Airlines Brings Free WiFi Service to Downtown Atlanta’s Woodruff Park

Oct 26, 2018 | Press Release

Free, philanthropic Wi-Fi soon to be offered at downtown’s Woodruff Park

Oct 25, 2018 | News Article

Why Soccer Fields Are Sprouting Up at Atlanta’s Transit Stations

Oct 23, 2018 | News Article

Closer Look: Central Atlanta Progress CEO Talks Gulch Support

Oct 12, 2018 | News Article

Like The BeltLine, 'The Stitch' Could Be Development Game-Changer For Atlanta

Oct 5, 2018 | News Article