News for Metro Atlanta and Region

Georgia’s recent drought, wildfires could impact wildlife for years
The severe drought and wildfires gripping much of Georgia will likely have impacts on the state’s wildlife for years to come — but it’s not all doom and gloom.

Gov. Kemp on Georgia wildfires: ‘Not out of woods’ but ‘better’ after rain
Gov. Brian Kemp toured drought-stricken South Georgia Tuesday as officials reported headway fighting big wildfires but warned they wouldn't be extinguished soon despite rain.
16-year-old shot, killed in year’s first homicide on MARTA property
The Fulton County Medical Examiner’s Office identified the teen Tuesday, a day after the shooting, as Xavier Wright, who would have turned 17 next week.

Why is floodwater so dangerous?
Flooding may not always receive the attention other weather-related disasters do, but floods can be deadly.
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Everything you need to know about a flash flood
What is a flash flood and what makes them so dangerous? In an emergency, it's important to know the difference between a flash flood warning and a flood.
8m agoInteractive: What Georgia Republicans think about the top races and issues
With weeks until Election Day, a new poll from the AJC shows who is leading the big Republican races and what they think about the major issues facing the state.
34m agoMan accused of fudging water pollution reports, fouling Chattahoochee River
Federal prosecutors say a southwest Georgia wastewater facility operator falsified pollution data and discharged excessive bacteria into the Chattahoochee River.

Buc-ee’s sues Georgia competitor with ‘confusingly similar’ brand
In a fight over cartoon animal mascots, Texas-based convenience store chain Buc-ee's is suing Georgia competitor Teddy's Market for trademark infringement.

Clayton prosecutor who used AI gets suspended from Georgia Supreme Court
Asst. DA Deborah Leslie, whose use of artificial intelligence led to her filing briefs loaded with phony case law, can’t practice before the state’s high court for six months.
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Want to work in Atlanta’s 5th tallest tower? Here’s what it will look like.
The 60-story skyscraper at 1072 West Peachtree St. in Midtown is the tallest building to join Atlanta’s skyline in three decades.

Stonecrest settles lawsuit over Metro Green recycling plant. What’s next?
A south DeKalb County city recently settled a lawsuit with a recycling company that built a controversial concrete-crushing plant near residential neighborhoods.
City Council president withdraws request for car, driver after public backlash
`I hear you loud and clear,' Marci Collier Overstreet said.

If the CNN Center redo needs public funding, here’s what it could look like
Here's how the city of Atlanta and Fulton County could become partners in the redevelopment of the former CNN Center.

Is it AI? DeKalb’s wrong map shows potential pitfalls of government tech use
When DeKalb County sent out a satellite map illustrating locations where recent alleged arsons took place, it meant to inform the public with some facts. The problem? The map ...
Atlanta expands open drinking near stadiums, tourist spots during World Cup
The Atlanta City Council also passed legislation making historic South Downtown the city’s first open container neighborhood.

Fulton seeks to block federal subpoena targeting 2020 election workers
The subpoena seeks personally identifying information for thousands of paid and volunteer election workers.

Police, fire officials hold active shooter training at Centennial Olympic Park
Human rights activists applaud the training but hope police make more use of the diversion center for minor offenses.
Guilty: Midtown shooter’s insanity defense fails at trial
Raissa Kengne was found guilty but mentally ill at trial Monday in the shooting deaths of two men in Midtown in August 2022. She was sentenced to life in prison.

Wells Fargo gives nearly $3 million to Atlanta organizations for housing, small business
The Community Foundation of Greater Atlanta and Invest Atlanta have both gotten grants from Wells Fargo and its foundation to support initiatives across the city.




