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Amazon delivery drivers in metro Atlanta to strike during busy holiday season, union says
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Union members at a metro Atlanta Amazon facility have voted to strike after they say Amazon ignored requests to negotiate a contract.
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All-clear given after US Army post in east Georgia goes on lockdown
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The all-clear has been given at a U.S. Army installation in east Georgia after it went on lockdown Saturday morning.
on Sat, 4PM
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Airline informant received thousands from passenger cash seizures
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U.S. Department of Justice suspends controversial airport search program after ANF investigation.
on Dec 8
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Cobb County Sheriff’s Office accepting toy donations for ‘Santa on Wheels’
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The Cobb County Sheriff’s Office is asking the community to donate toys for its annual, charitable “Santa on Wheels” event.
on Dec 6
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Justice Department orders random DEA searches stopped at airports after ANF investigation
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Award-winning In Plane Sight series uncovered how drug agents can seize cash at airport departure gates.
on Nov 25
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Black students in Georgia, U.S. report racist text messages after election
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Middle Georgia State student receives message | FBI is ‘aware’ | TextNow shuts down the account.
on Nov 8
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2 Fulton County polls evacuated after several ‘non-credible’ bomb threats, officials say
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Two polling locations in Fulton County were temporarily evacuated Tuesday morning after receiving false bomb threats on Election Day.
on Nov 5
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Cobb County election workers can only count absentee ballots received by 7 p.m. on Election Day despite mail delays, the Georgia Supreme Court ruled Monday.
on Nov 5
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Last day to register to vote in 2024 presidential election is Monday
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Early voting begins Tuesday, Oct. 15 | Other important voting dates and deadlines
on Oct 6
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Judge strikes down Georgia’s 6-week abortion ban
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Procedure is now allowed once a doctor detects a fetal heartbeat.
on Oct 1
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A sprinkler malfunction at a Rockdale County chemical facility early Sunday morning has prompted a shelter-in-place order, evacuations and road closures, officials said.
on Sep 29
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Furry friends find temporary foster homes ahead of Hurricane Helene
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Dozens of dogs have been cleared from a Fulton County animal shelter ahead of one of the strongest hurricanes the Atlanta area has seen in years.
on Sep 27
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Storm in Gulf of Mexico could have major impacts on Georgia this week
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The storm forming in the Gulf of Mexico could bring heavy rain and strong winds to parts of Georgia.
on Sep 24
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Vice President Kamala Harris to discuss abortion rights in Atlanta following Georgia mother’s death
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A report says the deaths of two pregnant Georgia women could’ve been prevented if doctors were able to provide unrestricted abortion-related medical care.
on Sep 19
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WATCH LIVE: Suspect in custody, ‘casualties’ reported after shooting at Apalachee High, sheriff says
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A large amount of law enforcement officers have responded to Apalachee High School in Barrow County, aerial footage shows.
on Sep 4
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Emory professor creates academic journal documenting experiences of people with disabilities
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“I want to inspire people. I don’t care if they are inspired by me but I want them to be inspired by themselves."
on Sep 3
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16-year-old charged after 4 killed in Whitfield County park, sheriff’s office says
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Four people were killed at a Dalton park late Saturday night, according to the Whitfield County Sheriff’s Office.
on Aug 26
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New Award-Winning Documentary Dedicated to LGBTQ+ Visibility
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Award-Winning Documentary Coming Soon
on Aug 23
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Security flaw allowed anyone to request cancellation of Georgia voter registrations
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Georgia’s Secretary of State’s Office said process was secure but closed the loophole after Atlanta News First Investigates, ProPublica alerted the agency.
on Aug 6
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Georgia election officials simplify canceling voter registration for those leaving Peach State
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The secretary of state’s office launched a new web portal that allows Georgians to cancel their voter registration online if they are moving or no longer wish to vote in the Peach State.
on Jul 30
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The teen's family calls him a “computer prodigy” who plans to pursue a career in cybersecurity.
on Jul 23
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Small Black-owned bookstore in Clayton County sees spike in sales
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A small Black-owned bookstore is getting a lot of attention in Clayton County after a large corporate bookstore closed its doors for good.
on Jul 16
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Atlanta Black business owner blindsided by Trump campaign event held at his barbershop
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The Trump campaign held an event at Rocky's Barbershop the day before the highly anticipated presidential debate.
on Jun 29
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Former Troup County pastor indicted on child molestation charges
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A former Troup County pastor has been indicted on child molestation charges and is scheduled to be back in court next month.
on Jun 24
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6 hurt in shootout in Decatur neighborhood, DeKalb police say
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Six men were injured in a shootout in a DeKalb County neighborhood Thursday night, police said.
on Jun 1
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2 killed, 4 injured in Buckhead nightclub shooting, police say
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Two people were killed and four others were injured in a shooting at a Buckhead nightclub early Sunday, Atlanta police said.
on May 13
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Family says teen with autism suspended after hacking Cobb School’s computer system
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The teen's grandmother says the district did not take into account his autism and mental health diagnosis.
on May 9
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Georgia Tech’s first Black graduate hands granddaughter her diploma 59 years later
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Ronald Yancey became the school’s first Black graduate in 1965.
on May 4
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New technology tested in Peachtree Corners to keep cyclists safe on roads
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The city of Peachtree Corners is working with new equipment to keep cyclists safe on roadways.
on Apr 27
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At least 15 detained at Emory after demonstration protesting Israel-Hamas war, ‘Cop City’
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More Georgia college students are calling for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas to help people in Gaza.
on Apr 25
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State prosecutor investigating Lt. Gov. Burt Jones for role as ‘fake’ elector
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Jones is among 16 alleged 'fake' electors who were ready to cast Georgia's electoral ballots for Donald Trump.
on Apr 11
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Staff member at Newnan church arrested for sexual exploitation, Coweta County Sheriff’s Office says
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Deputies said the arrest came after the sheriff’s office received a tip “in reference to an IP address located in Coweta County in possession of Child Sexual Abuse Material."
on Apr 5
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4 new MARTA rail stations coming to Atlanta, mayor announces
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Atlanta and MARTA officials are planning to build new infill stations along MARTA’s existing rail lines.
on Mar 25
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Owner frantic, furious after emergency vet loses dog
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Hannah Riley rescued Hazel, a Papillion, six years ago.
on Mar 21
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Atlanta receives $157M federal grant to bring the city together with ‘The Stitch’ project
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Georgia Senator Raphael Warnock said, "This is literally correcting and repairing an old age wall and reconnecting communities."
on Mar 19
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House passes bill that could lead to TikTok ban
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The future of the platform is uncertain for local entrepreneurs who use TikTok for marketing their business
on Mar 14
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Georgia senator adds trans care substitute to existing opioid antagonist legislation
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Republican Senator Ben Watson wants Georgia to follow the lead of the UK in banning the puberty-blocking medication.
on Mar 14
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The Supreme Court could decide Monday whether Trump can be barred from the 2024 ballot
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Trump is challenging a groundbreaking decision by the Colorado Supreme Court that said he is disqualified from being president again and ineligible for the state’s primary, which is Tuesday.
on Mar 4
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Everything we know about the 2 deaths on the University of Georgia campus
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The University of Georgia is in mourning after two students died on its campus within 24 hours.
on Mar 1
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City of Atlanta to use part of Atlanta Medical Center site as homeless shelter
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The Atlanta Medical Center shut down in November 2022.
on Mar 1
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Ransomware attack believed to be behind Fulton County cybersecurity incident, officials say
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On Wednesday afternoon, Fulton County leaders gave their first public update since Feb. 5 to the county’s cyber attack.
on Feb 15
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Gov. Brian Kemp sending Ga. Natl. Guard members to Texas for border help
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Georgia governor recently returned from visit to U.S.-Mexico border.
on Feb 14
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Students hack into Fulton County Schools IT systems, district says
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Students have hacked some of Fulton County Schools’ information technology (IT) systems, the district announced Wednesday.
on Jan 31
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Georgia’s only Jewish lawmaker threatened on eve of antisemitism bill signing
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Esther Panitch received a threatening postcard only hours before Gov. Brian Kemp is expected to sign the legislation.
on Jan 31
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Georgia Senate passes a panel with subpoena power to investigate District Attorney Fani Willis
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Georgia’s state Senate voted on Friday to create a special committee investigating Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis.
on Jan 26
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Arrested TSA manager allegedly falsified documents, Florida court says
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A court document revealed that Maxine McManaman was accused of falsifying a quitclaim deed.
on Jan 5
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Previous members react to former church director’s arrest for child molestation
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Marcus Turner, a former director at Worship with Wonders church in Marietta, sits in jail facing child molestation charges.
on Dec 15, 2023
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Donald Trump co-defendant reportedly threatens a witness
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Trevian Kutti is one of 19 people indicted in Atlanta on racketeering charges.
on Dec 4, 2023
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WATCH LIVE: 2 people injured at Midtown Atlanta building, police say
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The extent of the injuries and what caused them is not known.
on Dec 1, 2023