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No ill intent after antique cannonball found in NE Georgia garage, sheriff says
GBI Special Agent Mike Goelz told The Atlanta Journal-Constitution the state agency was responding to “evaluate possible military ordnance.”
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Stop those open burns, metro Atlanta. We have a summertime ban
May 1 marks the beginning of the burn ban in Georgia, which has seen 68% more fires in the first four months of 2025 compared to the five-year average.
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Family says slain Georgia deputy dedicated life to serve country, community
Deputy Brandon Sikes, a seven-year veteran of the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office, was 31
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How to watch: 10 million birds soar across Georgia nightly, but not for long
Birders, be ready. Your feathered friends are flying through Georgia by the millions this week.
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Southern Company profits soared last quarter despite economic uncertainty
Profits at Atlanta-based Southern Company — the parent of Georgia Power — rose 19% in the first three months of 2025 compared to last year. Georgia Power's profits were up 36%
Crime & Public Safety
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Two men found guilty in 2022 murder of man near Atlanta Beltline
Brandon Williams and Demetrice Ross were found guilty by a Fulton County jury in the death of Thomas Arnold, who was shot the night of Feb. 25, 2022.
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2 dead, 3 injured after shooting in DeKalb home, police say
An early-morning shooting at a DeKalb County home left two people dead and sent three to the hospital Monday.
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Police ID 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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Cancer center combines leading-edge treatment with supportive services
Receiving a cancer diagnosis is an emotional and confusing time.
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Here are 10 activities you can do with your grandchildren
Each spring offers a new opportunity to bond with your family.
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Dive into the unique festivals of Daytona Beach this spring
Get ready for a unique experience that will leave you exhilarated and wanting more.
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A Georgia native was caught up in Florida’s immigration crackdown. His family is still feeling the consequences.
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Judge won’t halt government’s case against owner of Forest Cove apartments
Court does not have jurisdiction to decide claims by Millennia Housing Management, which owns the condemned Atlanta complex.
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Stop those open burns, metro Atlanta. We have a summertime ban
May 1 marks the beginning of the burn ban in Georgia, which has seen 68% more fires in the first four months of 2025 compared to the five-year average.
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CONCERT REVIEW
Kendrick Lamar, SZA are at the peak of their powers at Atlanta show
Kendrick Lamar and SZA alternated sessions, but also performed together during a great performance at Mercedes-Benz Stadium Tuesday night as part of their Grand National Tour.
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Democrats win two seats on Cobb Board of Commissioners, ensuring majority
Former Georgia Rep. Erick Allen and incumbent Monique Sheffield, both Democrats, won Tuesday’s special election for the District 2 and District 4 seats on Cobb commission.
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AJC INTERVIEW
From Toronto to Atlanta, SadBoi’s music brings the life to the party
Singer and rapper Sadboi will bring her first solo headlining tour to Atlanta’s Drunken Unicorn on Friday.
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Meet the nonprofit working to get more underrepresented women into tech
When Kristina Newton, a former tech consultant, founded HYPE in 2017 she hoped she’d be able to make an impact on girls’ lives.
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‘That is so ridiculous’: Justices question feds’ stance on Atlanta family raid
U.S. Supreme Court justices grappled Tuesday with an Atlanta family’s attempt to sue the government after a mistaken predawn raid on their home by armed FBI agents.
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DeKalb superintendent: Students who allegedly hit teacher ‘are not criminals’
The district has been working to teach students conflict resolution skills.