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5 things to know about the planned tolls on I-285
Here are some things to know about the record-breaking deal to add toll lanes on some sections of I-285.

GDOT picks team to build I-285 toll lanes in record-setting bid
Under a public-private deal, the contractor will build and operate toll lanes on the eastern top of I-285 for 50 years.

After divorce filing, South Georgia man killed wife, 3 others, police say
A man fatally shot his wife, two adult sons and a girlfriend of one of his sons in an apparent South Georgia murder-suicide, Douglas police say.
Georgia News
In legal fight, Atlanta’s ‘Urban Cowboy’ may help all property owners
A legal battle by Atlanta's so-called "Urban Cowboy," who seeks compensation from Fulton County for seven horses seized in 2016, could help all property owners.
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AI: Atlanta Intelligence?
An exclusive look at how the city of Atlanta is using AI, plus who is really paying the price for data centers and Porsche’s latest sports car.

This nonprofit dresses Atlanta women for success. Its mission is growing.
After a series of expansions over the past few years, Dress for Success Atlanta has renamed itself Dress for Success Georgia and set out on a broader mission.
Crime & Public Safety
In legal fight, Atlanta’s ‘Urban Cowboy’ may help all property owners
A legal battle by Atlanta's so-called "Urban Cowboy," who seeks compensation from Fulton County for seven horses seized in 2016, could help all property owners.
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Student dead after shooting at Atlanta Technical College
A student at Atlanta Technical College was hurt after a gun accidentally discharged. Another student, who had the gun in class, fatally shot himself, police say.

Fourth man charged with murder after Norfolk Southern contractor killed in Cobb
A fourth suspect has been charged after a contractor with Norfolk Southern was shot and killed last month at the company’s facility in Austell, officials say.
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Andy Stanley to step down as senior pastor from North Point Ministries
Andy Stanley announced he is stepping down as senior pastor of Atlanta's North Point Ministries next year.
Pickle truck fire spears DeKalb commute, plus more from the traffic notebook
A big rig toting pickle jars caught fire on an interstate ramp in Brookhaven, leading to a slightly sour drive for some last week.

Sparks fly in Fulton Commission contests during early voting across the metro
Competitive county commission races are featured across metro Atlanta in the Nov. 3 general election.
Six Flags reopens amid ongoing roller coaster death investigation
The Goliath roller coaster will remain closed as Six Flags Over Georgia reopens for the first time since Monday's deadly incident.
Peachtree Road Race updates: Meaningful miles
In this month's Peachtree Road Race newsletter: inspiring stories, hidden hiking routes and runner-approved rituals.
5 things to know about the planned tolls on I-285
Here are some things to know about the record-breaking deal to add toll lanes on some sections of I-285.

In Atlanta, Katseye tries to conquer global pop without a worldly vision
A review of Katseye's wildly received Wildwood Tour performance at State Farm Arena on Thursday night in Atlanta.

MARTA says ad with incorrect election date is old, will be removed
The ad, seen on a train Thursday, tells riders to make a plan to vote on the wrong day.

What Trump’s sheriff of Wall Street said in his address to top Atlanta execs
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Chairman Paul Atkins addressed a room of powerhouse Atlanta executives.

For Porsche, the past is part of the future
At Luftgekühlt, held Oct. 10 at Town at Trilith in Fayetteville, the spotlight was on vintage Porsches, particularly those powered by air-cooled engines.



