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Systems restored after data breach in city of Acworth, officials say
A cybersecurity breach in the city of Acworth is still under investigation, but systems and services have been fully restored, officials said.

Atlanta man freed after two decades behind bars for crime he didn’t commit
Marquez Powell spent nearly 21 years in prison, but new DNA evidence proved his innocence, according to the Georgia Innocence Project.
Atlanta gets a win for World Cup traffic not being worse
Atlanta's first World Cup game brought heavy traffic to roads and MARTA stations during a commuting workday. Plans to accommodate the crush of fans largely held up.
Novel cases, charges in 46 counties: U.S. attorney reveals bold plan
Georgia’s most prominent federal law enforcement official says he's using every prosecution tool at his disposal, including those his predecessors ignored.

Truett McConnell faces lawsuit from president it ousted in sex abuse scandal
Former president Emir Caner says he shouldn't have been fired from the Georgia Baptist college after a former student accused an administrator of pressuring her into sex.

This tire recycle facility near the Beltline could soon become apartments
Wood Partners said its project, called Alta West Midtown, is contingent upon receiving a $3.9 million tax break
Novel cases, charges in 46 counties: U.S. attorney reveals bold plan
Georgia’s most prominent federal law enforcement official says he's using every prosecution tool at his disposal, including those his predecessors ignored.

2-year-old dies after apparent drowning at Roswell apartment pool, police say
The boy died Monday after officials responded to a reported drowning the previous evening at a Roswell apartment complex swimming pool, officials said.

Retired UFC champion arrested after being blocked from Delta flight
APD says Dustin Poirier was charged with public intoxication after being denied boarding on a Delta flight. He also yelled profanities and threatened to fight an officer.
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World Cup: Atlanta matches, traffic, tickets Fan Fest and more
Live updates from around Atlanta during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including match-day traffic, Fan Fest news, watch parties, MARTA updates and more.

2 more Cherokee deputies accused of misusing license plate reader database
Two Cherokee County Sheriff’s deputies are facing charges, accused of using the department’s license plate reader database for non-law enforcement purposes.
UPS boosts cold-chain network amid rise of GLP-1, vaccine shipments
Sandy Springs-based UPS has been on a long-term growth plan for its complex healthcare logistics business.
Gwinnett tennis coach serves new app for Atlanta players
From finding local tennis players to building a wellness community, the Atlanta-based Hazlo app is stepping in to connect athletes ready to serve.

Their son was killed in a PIT maneuver. Now, they’re suing to get answers.
Cobb County is being sued by the parents of a 21-year-old driver killed in a PIT maneuver by a county police officer during a high-speed chase.
Bank cofounded by Bernice King launches debit card to help low-income mothers
For every Bank King Card account opened, a portion of the proceeds will go to a foundation providing grants to groups giving guaranteed basic income to low-income mothers.

MARTA stabbing suspect may face death penalty in federal case
A man accused of fatally stabbing a 66-year-old woman on a MARTA train has been indicted by a federal grand jury on a charge that carries the death penalty.

Flash flooding and winds could disrupt some North Georgia commutes
Atlanta could see 50 mph winds and heavy rain starting at 7 p.m. and going throughout the night, according to the National Weather Service.

Executive returns to Atlanta to take on ‘less forgiving’ real estate market
Randy Fink is the new Atlanta market leader for Colliers.

Riverdale police hunt suspect in shooting of pregnant woman
A pregnant woman was hospitalized Saturday after Riverdale police said she was shot during a domestic dispute at Brooks Crossing Apartments.






