Data Diversions
Data, articles and information that have us putting our to-do lists on hold (formerly Web Wednesday).
Atlanta’s Growth Hotspots: The Cities Surging Ahead
Population growth has slowed across the country, but not every city in the Atlanta region is following that script. See which places are booming, which are shrinking, and what the new map of metro growth really looks like.
What’s in a Name?
Using data from the Georgia Department of Public Health, we track the top male and female names for babies born in the state since 1994.
Do ATLiens Come in Peace with AI?
AI is spreading across the ATL, but enthusiasm isn't exactly peach-perfect.
Under Construction: Residential Permitting Across the Metro
An update on residential units permitted around the metro from the latest monthly Census Building Permit Survey.
Inside Atlanta’s AI Habits
Two-thirds of Atlanta households use AI. Here's what they're doing with it and how that compares to the rest of the country.
Books, Budgets, and Branches: A Map of Metro Atlanta Libraries
Public libraries aren't just buildings; they are important community assets. Explore how funding, location, and usage vary across the Atlanta region.





