Kristal Dixon

Atlanta

Reporter at @Axios Atlanta. Previous: @AJC. ATLien. Houseplant addict. Hannah's dog mom. Wannabe runner. Foodie. Basic wine connoisseur. RTs/likes≠endorsements.

Articles

Atlanta weekend events: Pop-up water slide, Bourbon and Brisket Festival

1 week ago | axios.com | Kristal Dixon

Illustration: Lindsey Bailey/AxiosIt's going to be hot and humid this weekend, so grab your water and sunscreen and explore the city with these events: ğ¨ğ¦ Celebrate the Canadian community and culture at the 19th annual Atlanta Canada Fest at Wild Heaven Brewery. (Sat.)ğ Channel your inner child with your kiddos at Slide City Water Park at Atlantic Station. (Thurs.-Sun.
Detained journalist stays hopeful amid deportation threat, attorney says

1 week ago | axios.com | Kristal Dixon

A screenshot of a video uploaded to journalist Mario Guevara's Facebook page that was taken during a livestream of a June 14 protest where he was arrested. Mario Guevara, an El Salvador native and veteran journalist, is known for being fearless in covering issues that are important to his readers, his attorney said Tuesday.
Atlanta doubles down on rapid housing to reduce homelessness

1 week ago | axios.com | Kristal Dixon

A rendering of the rapid housing project on Cooper Street in Mechanicsville. Photo: Courtesy of city of Atlanta/Niles Bolton AssociatesConstruction will soon begin on Atlanta's latest plan to provide housing to its most vulnerable residents amid a larger effort to end homelessness in the Downtown area before the city hosts eight 2026 FIFA World Cup matches.
Five-ish Points: $6 million package theft ring busted

1 week ago | axios.com | Kristal Dixon |Thomas Wheatley

Illustration: Allie Carl/Axiosğ§ââï¸ The Georgia Supreme Court could hear arguments as early as October in the subpoena dispute between Fulton District Attorney Fani Willis and the state Senate Special Committee on Investigations. (AJC)ğ Malachi Chaney, the son of "The Wire" actor Tray Cheney, has been moved to a rehabilitation center after he was hospitalized due to injuries from being thrown from his home during a tornado last month.
Protesters arrested at DeKalb anti-ICE march

1 week ago | axios.com | Kristal Dixon |Thomas Wheatley

Police advance on demonstrators during a protest on ICE raids and deportation arrests on Chamblee Tucker Road in Atlanta on Saturday, June 14, 2025. Photo courtesy Arvin Temkar/AJCAt least eight people, including a journalist, were arrested in DeKalb County over the weekend during a protest against Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids. Why it matters: That protest occurred on the same day as the "No Kings" rallies held in Atlanta and across the country.
World-class soccer takes over Atlanta this June

2 weeks ago | axios.com | Kristal Dixon |Thomas Wheatley

Illustration: Natalie Peeples/AxiosThe FIFA Club World Cup kicks off in Atlanta and 11 other U.S. cities this month — giving soccer fans a taste of elite action ahead of next year's World Cup. Why it matters: This year's tournament features a new $1 billion prize pool and expands to 32 teams.
Five-ish Points: Some CDC employees get jobs back

2 weeks ago | axios.com | Kristal Dixon |Thomas Wheatley

Illustration: Brendan Lynch/AxiosThe Georgia Sheriff's Association has filed a lawsuit against Judge Glenda Hatchett, who says she was groped in 2022 by a former sheriff at one of their events, saying her complaint for damages against the organization is "frivolous." (WSB)More than 400 CDC employees who were laid off earlier this year were notified that their jobs will be reinstated.
$3 billion project to bring NHL team to Atlanta moves ahead in Forsyth

2 weeks ago | axios.com | Kristal Dixon

Part of The Gathering at South Forsyth development. Rendering: Courtesy of The Gathering at South ForsythForsyth County officials took another step forward this week to bring to life a massive mixed-use development aimed at bringing a professional hockey team back to metro Atlanta. Why it matters: The Gathering at South Forsyth promises to transform a 100-acre site into a $3 billion entertainment hub whose main anchor would be an NHL arena.
Survivors of Sapelo Island gangway collapse sue over structure's failure

2 weeks ago | axios.com | Kristal Dixon

Seven people died when the gangway at Marsh Landing Dock collapsed on Oct. 19, 2024. Photo courtesy of Ben Crump Law/complaint filed by plaintiffsSurvivors and family members of victims in last year's gangway collapse on southeast Georgia's Sapelo Island have filed a lawsuit against the companies responsible for the structure's construction.
Atlanta weekend events: Summer Beer Fest, Midnight Market

2 weeks ago | axios.com | Kristal Dixon

Illustration: Brendan Lynch/AxiosRound up a few friends and check out what's happening this weekend around Atlanta:ğ¼ Grab your skates and head on over to Fire Maker Brewing Co. for skate night. (Fri.)ğ¥ Midnight Market, a festival for foodies and anyone who just likes to eat, returns to Atlantic Station. (Fri.-Sat.)ğ» Looking for something to do with the family?