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2 Cobb officers arrested in separate sexual battery, child abuse cases
It’s the third time in a week a metro Atlanta law enforcement officer has been arrested.

I-285 South ramp to I-85 reopens after crews remove overhead sign
The I-285 South ramp to I-85 was closed Wednesday morning as crews removed the overhead sign following an overnight crash.

Day after deadly Georgia prison brawl, 2nd fight breaks out at nearby site
At least two inmates were hurt in a Hancock State Prison brawl Monday, a day after three inmates died in a “gang-related disturbance” at Washington State Prison.

Kemp budget includes tax cuts, $2,000 for teachers and state employees
Gov. Brian Kemp on Thursday unveiled plans to put more than $2 billion back in the pockets of taxpayers through tax cuts and rebates.

She helped guide Georgia small businesses for decades. Now, she’s retiring.
Terri Denison led the Small Business Administration’s Georgia District for about two dozen years.
Mercedes-Benz USA exec: AI is ‘changing the way that we do everything’
As Mercedes-Benz USA’s chief marketing officer, Melody Lee sees herself as a steward of the storied auto brand that turns 140 on Jan. 29.

Walmart shoplifter killed after pulling gun on Chamblee officers, chief says
The suspect was shot after he pulled a gun on officers, Chamblee police said.

2 shot at Atlanta warming center; GBI investigating after officer returned fire
A suspect is in custody after police say he opened fire at an Old Fourth Ward recreation center being used to help unhoused people stay warm during a cold spell in Atlanta.

Man kills 14-year-old boy while mishandling gun, Atlanta police say
Jaden Young said he accidentially shot the boy, who was taken to the hospital in critical condition with a gunshot wound to his back but did not survive, police say.
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2 Cobb officers arrested in separate sexual battery, child abuse cases
It’s the third time in a week a metro Atlanta law enforcement officer has been arrested.
Coca-Cola reshuffles leadership team as new CEO readies for role
As a new CEO steps in, Coca-Cola is shaking up its leadership team, including a new position centered around its digital strategy.

Barry Lynch, pioneer in computer programming, dies at 92
Barry Lynch displayed a sharp intelligence paired with superior analytical skills, his family said. Solving problems, even thorny ones, came naturally to him.

I-285 South ramp to I-85 reopens after crews remove overhead sign
The I-285 South ramp to I-85 was closed Wednesday morning as crews removed the overhead sign following an overnight crash.

Ethics complaint dismissed against Henry’s county manager
A preliminary investigation found no probable cause for the nepotism allegations against Henry County Manager Cheri Hobson-Matthews.
Light snow possible in far North Georgia as next round of Arctic air sweeps in
Metro Atlanta likely won't get flurries but higher elevations in North Georgia could see snow as another blast of Arctic air moves into the area this week.

Inside Centennial Yards: Atlanta’s newest neighborhood and attraction
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After years of abuse, she went to prison. Now, she gets a fresh start.
For the first time, a Georgia prisoner has been resentenced and released from custody under a new state law that considers how domestic abuse factors into crime.
Fani Willis’ office faces $17M bill in Trump prosecution
President Donald Trump and others accused in Fulton County of criminal election interference want about $17 million in compensation from DA Fani Willis' office.

Delta ‘prioritizing’ upgrades to Atlanta Sky Clubs. Here’s what that means.
“We’re prioritizing Atlanta as a critical next step for our lounge network,” after customer feedback, Delta executive Dwight James told the AJC.




