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2 hurt in tractor-trailer crash that closed I-285 for hours in DeKalb
Two people were hurt in a crash involving two tractor-trailers in DeKalb County early Tuesday, officials said.

Convicted killer, murder suspect among 3 inmates who escaped DeKalb jail
Local law enforcement agencies were alerted to the escape, and the U.S. Marshals Service is also involved in the search for the 3 DeKalb County inmates.

What you could buy if you win tonight’s $1.6 billion Powerball drawing
With the Powerball jackpot reaching $1.6 billion ahead of tonight’s drawing, there are many ways a lucky winner could spend that seemingly endless cash.

Bishop Bill Harris, member of the Freedom Singers and activist, dies at 82
William C. “Bill” Harris died on Dec, 9, after a recurrence of cancer. The civil rights activist was 82.
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A Decatur couple started hanging large, lighted spheres high up in trees several Christmases ago. This year more than 250 fill up the sky of their Parkwood neighborhood.
Nature’s sounds in winter may be louder and clearer
Nature resonates with distinct sounds during the cold season.

Woman killed after vehicle rear-ends MARTA bus in DeKalb
A woman is dead after a vehicle rear-ended a stopped MARTA bus in DeKalb County early Wednesday, officials said.
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Metro Atlanta’s worst times, days for traffic this holiday season
If you must travel on one of the busy days, consider leaving outside peak traffic hours.
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Despite headwinds such as tariffs and a cooling job market, this year the state and metro Atlanta’s economy showed signs of resilience and growth.
3 escaped DeKalb inmates took Lyft ride to Florida, officials say
The three inmates who escaped from the DeKalb County jail are back in custody, the sheriff’s office said early Tuesday.

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2 hurt in tractor-trailer crash that closed I-285 for hours in DeKalb
Two people were hurt in a crash involving two tractor-trailers in DeKalb County early Tuesday, officials said.
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