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Hours after ‘senseless’ shooting of DeKalb 3-year-old, police make 3 arrests

The child who was shot was listed in critical condition and detectives used video technology to make arrests, DeKalb chief says.

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What comes next for Venezuelans in Atlanta after Maduro’s capture?

Venezuelans in metro Atlanta had a mixed reaction to U.S. operation in their home country, many cheering a change in leadership with some wary of what lies ahead.

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‘A city with a soul’: Local faith leaders tout Atlanta’s spiritual diversity

Local faith leaders gathered in Atlanta to celebrate Mayor Andre Dinkins' inclusivity efforts and wish him well in his second term.

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Tech skills vital, but people skills still matter, says Atlanta real estate CEO

Harry Norman CEO Jenni Bonura was drawn to real estate in part because it combined working with people and technology. And, she could chart her own course.

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Top Henry County official faces ethics complaint over relatives’ employment

An ethics complaint alleges Henry County’s top administrator violated nepotism rules after her husband and sister advanced in county roles.

Atlanta’s data center market isn’t just growing fast. It’s unprecedented

What’s $3.7B and larger than 3 malls? Georgia’s next potential data center.

It took less than a week, but metro Atlanta has its first mammoth data center campus proposal of 2026.

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Douglasville man shook 3-month-old daughter to death, police say

Warrants contend father’s actions caused child’s vomiting, bleeding of the brain.

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Trump seeks $6.2M from Fani Willis’ office for criminal defense

Taxpayers unfairly burdened by new state law, Fulton district attorney’s office says.

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Tuskegee University police chief charged with DUI in metro Atlanta

A Tuskegee University police chief was charged with driving under the influence on New Year's Day, according to a university spokesperson.

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Trump seeks $6.2M from Fani Willis’ office for criminal defense

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Man pleads not guilty in theft of Beyoncé’s music in Atlanta

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Shutdown of CPB ‘cold dose of reality’ for Atlanta public media

Potential Downtown mixed-use project

New housing and retail could rise next to Mercedes-Benz Stadium

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North Fulton cities want a say before county agency gives corporate tax cuts

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Man kills adult daughter, himself in Cherokee County woods, officials say

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Georgia saw explosive growth in its Venezuelan population. What’s next?

Homelessness findings on extended stay familes

DeKalb study: Families living in hotels spend 77% of income on rent

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Got a corporate jet? Wheels Up wants you to give it up.

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Georgia resident claims record $983M Mega Millions jackpot