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With the summer heat intensifying, more people are getting in the water to cool off.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is warning swimmers about a parasite called cryptosporidium, a growing threat that can survive in chlorinated water.

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Georgia parks raise parking fees — and more price hikes could be on the way

Georgia will boost state park entrance fees in January, and an audit suggests more price hikes could be coming.

MARTA and Beltline rail two big transportation items on mayor’s agenda

While reaffirming his commitment to building light rail along the Beltline, Mayor Dickens says the first segment should go where transportation needs are greatest: SW Atlanta.