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An Aug. 15 article incorrectly reported that a DeKalb principal involved in purchasing her sister's books, Annette S. Roberts, was being terminated. She was recommended for demotion. The DeKalb school district provided incorrect information.

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1 dead, 2 injured after fight leads to shooting in Carrollton, police say

Crews battle 2 apartment complex fires across Atlanta

Several local elections across metro Atlanta are headed to runoffs

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Atlanta among airports where FAA will cut flights due to shutdown

The U.S. Department of Transportation will cut flights by 10% across 40 of the nation’s busiest airports on Friday to alleviate pressure on air traffic controllers.

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Metro Atlanta’s water smells, tastes weird again. Blame fall and Lake Lanier.

It’s safe to drink, but a seasonal change in Lake Lanier each fall means most of the metro’s water tastes like dirt and mold.

15 family-friendly things to do in metro Atlanta this weekend

Our list of 15 family-friendly doings in metro Atlanta for Oct. 31-Nov. 2 includes several festivals, a chili cookoff, a circus and so much more.