Tuesday Conversation: Transportation

Late last week, a powerful Georgia congressman outlined a House of Representatives plan to fund a six-year federal highway bill, something the nation has lacked for years. Rep. Tom Price says it can be achieved through tax reform. In our second column, a Perimeter business leader explains how local companies are contributing $10 million to kickstart work on the I-285/Georgia 400 interchange, and how other areas should emulate the investment to help solve gridlock.

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Gwinnett County should stop ceding dollars and local control over housing

Gwinnett County would receive millions more in federal dollars to address homelessness by establishing a Continuum of Care, allowing it to reap directly and control funds.

Atlanta Housing builds on legacy of innovation and empowering residents

Atlanta built the United States' first public housing communities nearly a century ago. The city continues to innovate on building housing that empowers children and families.

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Two-day effort helps free endangered right whale off Georgia coast

Georgia state officials helped disentangle a North American right whale, one of the most endangered whales on the planet.

Report: Election board member violated conduct code by going to Trump rally

A Georgia Inspector General's report found State Election Board Vice Chair Janice Johnston violated the board's code of conduct by attending a Donald Trump campaign rally.

Waymo cars ignored stopped school buses in Atlanta. What happens now?

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration opened an investigation. The autonomous vehicle company has issued a software recall.