How organizers revived Orange Crush, the HBCU spring break bash known for chaos
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Metro Atlanta teen, who lost his arm to sepsis, will announce Falcons’ draft pick
The past year has been tough for the Peachtree City 13-year-old, who got an infection in February 2024 when a case of strep throat took a devastating turn.
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TRAFFIC UPDATE
Backups easing after crashes on I-285, I-85 in DeKalb
A big rig caught fire on I-285 West at Buford Highway around 5 a.m. Thursday, according to the WSB 24-hour Traffic Center.
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Police seek help identifying woman found dead near Atlanta cemetery on Easter
A woman’s body was found just before 6 p.m. Sunday in the woods at 2000 Marietta Blvd., the address of Crest Lawn Memorial Park. Police are ask for help to identify her.
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More logging in Georgia’s national forests? It’s possible under a new directive
A new directive from U.S. Department of Agriculture and Forest Service leaders could open more federal forest lands in Georgia to logging.
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Georgia’s newest traffic nightmare? The I-16 exit at Hyundai EV plant
Hyundai opened its EV plant faster than access roads could be built. That's creating the kind of commuter traffic gridlock in rural Georgia more synonymous with Atlanta.
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People, not profit, inspire Chantell Glenn to redevelop south Atlanta
Chantell Glenn’s career has revolved around trying to bring equitable developments to fruition in Atlanta.
Crime & Public Safety
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A week after being shot, South Fulton officer ‘walking with assistance’ in hospital
Lt. Charles Cook was one of two officers shot April 18 by a man suspected of jaywalking. The other officer was treated and released from hospital.
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Fulton elementary teacher shot, killed after Easter party, police say
The woman charged faces one count of malice murder and remains in the DeKalb County Jail without bond.
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In less than 2 hours, jury convicts Paulding man of half-brother’s murder
Octavious Bates was sentenced to life in prison for the 2021 death of Lindsey Foster.
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City of Hope Atlanta offers personalized lung cancer treatment
According to a 2024 American Cancer Society report, lung cancer is the second most common type of cancer in men and...
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‘It’s been so rewarding’: Inside Northside Hospital’s externships
Stacy Bucknor was tired of working in the service industry. She was taking her classes and clinicals as a student in...
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Sevierville, TN: An outdoor enthusiasts' playground
Sevierville, Tennessee, rolls out the outdoor welcome mat for a multitude of adventures or a relaxation getaway.
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Embroiled in P-card controversy, South Fulton mayor not seeking reelection
At Wednesday’s City Council meeting, kamau discussed how little he gets paid despite the many demands of the job.
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Opinion: Dorky no more. How hybrid vehicles have changed
Gasoline-electric hybrid vehicles used to be small, dorky hatchbacks and cramped, buzzy sedans. A lot has changed.
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Here’s what Piedmont Park’s future will look like
The plan to revitalize Piedmont Park includes a natural amphitheater, a Lake Clara Meer makeover and making sure the park is more accessible to Atlanta Beltline users.
Peachtree Street will ban cars but welcome the fun for Sunday block party
A roughly 2.5-mile stretch of Peachtree Street from Midtown to downtown will close to traffic from noon to 7 p.m. Sunday.
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‘No excuse’: Killer’s release latest issue in Clayton Sheriff’s Office
Clayton County Sheriff Levon Allen blames outdated system, lack of training for mix-up, but some aren’t buying his reasons for error.
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More rapid bus delays push MARTA project beyond 2026 World Cup
The cost of Atlanta metro’s first rapid bus line has more than doubled initial projections at $122.9 million, transit officials said.
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Metro Atlanta teen, who lost his arm to sepsis, will announce Falcons’ draft pick
The past year has been tough for the Peachtree City 13-year-old, who got an infection in February 2024 when a case of strep throat took a devastating turn.
Atlanta advances the Stitch project for park capping Downtown Connector
A 14-acre green space will cover three-quarters of a mile of the Downtown Connector between Ted Turner Drive and Piedmont Avenue.
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New pilot alert technology promises to avoid runway collisions
Honeywell argues the seconds it takes for a controller to get the message to a pilot, process the alert and convey it can make a crucial difference.