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It’s time for schools to have ‘the talk’ with students about police stops

Driver’s education at Georgia high schools should be required to have a course on how to interact with law enforcement.

Georgia Shootings

Third victim dies after fatal DeKalb shooting spree, police say

The DOJ added a federal firearm charge to the lengthy list that Olaolukitan Adon Abel is facing after a shooting spree on April 13.

Gas prices in Atlanta and Cobb

Higher gas prices might be here to stay, energy secretary warns

Gas prices might not dip below $3 per gallon until 2027, secretary Chris Wright said, though Georgians are paying about 42 cents less per gallon than the national average.

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US Wildfires

What to know about Georgia wildfires: Rain coming to Atlanta as blazes rage in south

In South Georgia, a bit of rain is also on its way but much more is needed to begin to put a dent in an ongoing drought feeding the fires.

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In Georgia’s burning Brantley County, family loses two homes, saves another

As wildfires continue to scorch the dry lands of southeast Georgia, some families see their homes destroyed while shifting winds spare others.

US Wildfires

Gov. Kemp: South Georgia wildfires are ‘most dangerous, biggest’ in U.S.

Gov. Brian Kemp said Friday twin uncontained fires in South Georgia had destroyed more than 120 homes and that this weekend's weather isn't expected to provide relief.

Crime & Public Safety
New giant pandas

Giant pandas are coming back to Zoo Atlanta after 2-year hiatus

The zoo had been without pandas since 2024, after a 25-year period.

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Georgia Supreme Court: Liberal lawyers seek to oust 2 justices

Two justices on the Georgia Supreme Court — Charlie Bethel and Sarah Hawkins Warren — are being challenged by Atlanta lawyers Jen Jordan and Miracle Rankin.

Brian McKnight

R&B singer Brian McKnight sues son, ex-wife as public battle intensifies

R&B singer Brian McKnight is suing his son and ex-wife in federal court in Atlanta, claiming their public lies about him are harming his career and personal life.

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Henry County Commission chair abruptly fires top administrative officer

Georgia officials weigh actions to save water as drought deepens

Georgia officials weigh triggering drought response plan to help save water

Brian McKnight

R&B singer Brian McKnight sues son, ex-wife as public battle intensifies

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Why UPS wants to ship your returns more than your online orders

Ga 400 breaks ground

Your commute on Ga. 400 is about to get worse. Then it’ll get better (maybe).

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New hotel brand selected to anchor Centennial Yards’ entertainment district

Georgia’s pre-K program among the best in the U.S., report says

Georgia’s pre-K program among the strongest in the U.S., report says

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UPDATE

Cobb police shoot, kill man wanted on murder charge related to scooter crash, GBI says

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Man charged in DeKalb shooting spree dies in jail, sheriff’s office says

MARTA’s reputation, development on the line as Atlanta hosts Super Bowl

At $2.50, MARTA fare is one of the best deals to get to FIFA World Cup games