News for Metro Atlanta and Region

Weather storm prep: How to stay safe during a power outage
Here's what to do during a storm-related power outage.
Trump cancels plans to attend UGA-Alabama game, citing hurricane
The president said he did not want to distract first responders during the storm. He pledged to visit both teams at a later date.

Georgia statewide power outage map: Check for outages by county
Get the latest updates on power outages across Georgia as Hurricane Isaias impacts the region. Track current outage numbers and affected areas in real time.
Warm, dry week ahead as Georgia recovers from weekend storm impacts
As Georgia recovers from Isaias's high winds and heavy rain that pummeled the state over the weekend, a reprieve appears to be ahead.
2h agoGeorgians urged to stay vigilant as officials assess storm impact
Georgia officials are urging residents to stay vigilant Sunday as much of the state remains under a flood watch and strong winds are expected to continue in Isaias' wake.
Isaias rolls through Georgia
Top Georgia officials and weather authorities across the state are urging people to take precautions as they continue to monitor the impacts of Hurricane Isaias.
Georgians urged to stay vigilant as officials assess storm impact
Georgia officials are urging residents to stay vigilant Sunday as much of the state remains under a flood watch and strong winds are expected to continue in Isaias' wake.

5 dead after shooting at South Georgia home, police say
Five people are dead after a shooting Friday evening at a home in South Georgia, police say.

17-year-old charged in Georgia shooting that killed 2, injured 35
A 17-year-old has been arrested in connection with last weekend's shooting in Vienna that 2 and injured, the GBI says.
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Check out six concerts in metro Atlanta featuring music that will put you in the Halloween mood.

Lawsuit vs. US Marshals: Federal detainees’ legal mail destroyed, abandoned
Civil complaint by Georgia Federal Defender Program alleges U.S. Marshals moving federal pretrial detainees to distant Irwin County violates detainees’ constitutional rights.

Target to hire thousands of seasonal workers in metro Atlanta
Target plans to hire 2,300 seasonal employees for its metro Atlanta stores to meet demand this holiday shopping season.

Atlanta family’s landmark case against FBI revived by federal judges
An Atlanta family's landmark case against an FBI agent who mistakenly led an armed SWAT team into their home can proceed to trial, federal judges said Wednesday.

Hyundai expanding West Point factory, adding 320 jobs
The company is investing more than $500 million to expand the facility.

Sandy Springs residents return to homes after gas leak, police say
A gas leak on Wednesday closed a road in Sandy Springs and required some residents to temporarily evacuate.

A.M. ATL: Stormy weather
Morning, y'all. Your Oct. 8 update: a storm is coming, the investigation goes on in last weekend's mass shooting in Georgia, MARTA overspent its budget and more.

Leaders of Fulton justice system refuse to take part in budget hearings
In a standoff, Fulton County justice system leaders want to present their budget proposals to all commissioners instead of just two of them.

DNA from federal arrest ties ex-DeKalb officer to cold case rape, DA says
Two women waited for 15 years for an arrest after reporting as teens they were sexually assaulted. On Wednesday, officials said a former DeKalb officer had been indicted.

UPS rolls out new shipping option for high-value or sensitive deliveries
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