News for Metro Atlanta and Region

Atlanta man freed after two decades behind bars for crime he didn’t commit
Marquez Powell spent nearly 21 years in prison, but new DNA evidence proved his innocence, according to the Georgia Innocence Project.
Atlanta gets a win for World Cup traffic not being worse
Atlanta's first World Cup game brought heavy traffic to roads and MARTA stations during a commuting workday. Plans to accommodate the crush of fans largely held up.

Parents sue Grady citing ambulance ‘failure’ after teen dies post-volleyball practice
The lawsuit against Grady and its emergency services alleges that Amanda Sylvester’s death “was completely preventable” if an ambulance had come when called.

This tire recycle facility near the Beltline could soon become apartments
Wood Partners said its project, called Alta West Midtown, is contingent upon receiving a $3.9 million tax break
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Here’s how much metro Atlanta gas prices could fall by Fourth of July
Metro Atlanta motorists can expect gasoline prices to continue to fall for the Fourth of July holiday, a busy time for travel.

Their son was killed in a PIT maneuver. Now, they’re suing to get answers.
Cobb County is being sued by the parents of a 21-year-old driver killed in a PIT maneuver by a county police officer during a high-speed chase.
V-103’s Big Tigger arrested on charge of aggravated battery against his wife
V-103 morning host Big Tigger was arrested on a charge of aggravated battery against his wife. He is now off the air.
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2-year-old dies after apparent drowning at Roswell apartment pool, police say
The boy died Monday after officials responded to a reported drowning the previous evening at a Roswell apartment complex swimming pool, officials said.
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2 more Cherokee deputies accused of misusing license plate reader database
Two Cherokee County Sheriff’s deputies are facing charges, accused of using the department’s license plate reader database for non-law enforcement purposes.
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MARTA stabbing suspect may face death penalty in federal case
A man accused of fatally stabbing a 66-year-old woman on a MARTA train has been indicted by a federal grand jury on a charge that carries the death penalty.

Flash flooding and winds could disrupt some North Georgia commutes
Atlanta could see 50 mph winds and heavy rain starting at 7 p.m. and going throughout the night, according to the National Weather Service.

Executive returns to Atlanta to take on ‘less forgiving’ real estate market
Randy Fink is the new Atlanta market leader for Colliers.

Riverdale police hunt suspect in shooting of pregnant woman
A pregnant woman was hospitalized Saturday after Riverdale police said she was shot during a domestic dispute at Brooks Crossing Apartments.

She went from teacher to Atlanta nonprofit leader mentoring young women
This Atlanta teacher turned nonprofit executive founded a mentorship organization for young girls, inspired by the community of supportive mentors who helped empower her.

Systems restored after data breach in city of Acworth, officials say
A cybersecurity breach in the city of Acworth is still under investigation, but systems and services have been fully restored, officials said.

Atlanta man freed after two decades behind bars for crime he didn’t commit
Marquez Powell spent nearly 21 years in prison, but new DNA evidence proved his innocence, according to the Georgia Innocence Project.
Atlanta gets a win for World Cup traffic not being worse
Atlanta's first World Cup game brought heavy traffic to roads and MARTA stations during a commuting workday. Plans to accommodate the crush of fans largely held up.
Atlanta, Decatur schools owed millions in sales tax funds after paperwork error
A mix-up in sales tax distributions means the DeKalb County School District will have to pay millions to Atlanta Public Schools and City Schools of Decatur.

Parents sue Grady citing ambulance ‘failure’ after teen dies post-volleyball practice
The lawsuit against Grady and its emergency services alleges that Amanda Sylvester’s death “was completely preventable” if an ambulance had come when called.



