Mayor Reed takes interest in housing trial
Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed has taken an interest in the trial of Rick Warren, a business developer accused of buying 10% of an impoverished neighborhood near the new Falcons stadium and leaving the properties in complete disrepair with hazardous conditions. ["He is not an investor. He is a predator."]
Atlanta’s West Side gets some new color
The Arthur M. Blank Foundation has invested millions towards the painting of murals on blank walls near the Georgia Dome. Over 200 volunteers came out to help paint murals this past weekend. [Murals "speak to what the community is going through"]
Thousands will now get their diploma
A new law in Georgia will eliminate tests that were once required for high school graduation, including the Georgia High School graduation test. Those that did not pass tests that were once required for graduation can petition their local school boards for their diplomas. [Details of the law]
Can the Atlanta Hawks stop the Cleveland Cavaliers?
And will Kyle Korver shake off his missed last 3-pointer? [Steve Hummer's take]
Local salons with ethics
Several Atlanta-area nail salons go above and beyond to ensure their workers are paid fairly, adhere to industry best practices, and do not use toxins that could cause serious health risks to workers. [Salons with an ethical approach to nails]
Loved “Serial”? Then you should listen to “Breakdown!”
"Breakdown" is The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's own investigative podcast, reflecting back on the case of a local man in prison for murder and arson that some say is innocent. Subscribers of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution can download the first podcast for free now! [Download "Breakdown"]
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