News for Metro Atlanta and Region
North Georgia starts to dry out after storm downs trees, floods roads
North Georgia will see a drier start to the weekend after the remnants of Tropical Storm Arthur disrupted World Cup events, downed trees, cut power and flooded roads.

Convicted felon charged in pregnant woman’s killing in DeKalb, police say
A man, previously convicted of manslaughter, is now accused of fatally shooting a pregnant woman through her window as she slept in her DeKalb County home, officials said.

I-285 South reopens after wreck, fire involving semi hauling boxes
A large wreck shut down parts of I-285 southbound in DeKalb County for hours Tuesday, authorities say.

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.
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Former Democratic state lawmaker challenges GOP insurance commissioner
Democrat Keisha Sean Waites is trying to oust Republican incumbent John King in the race for Georgia Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner.

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.

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.
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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.
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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.
Atlanta, Decatur schools owed millions in sales tax funds after paperwork error
A mix-up in sales tax distributions means the DeKalb County School District will have to pay millions to Atlanta Public Schools and City Schools of Decatur.

Parents sue Grady citing ambulance ‘failure’ after teen dies post-volleyball practice
The lawsuit against Grady and its emergency services alleges that Amanda Sylvester’s death “was completely preventable” if an ambulance had come when called.

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Alpharetta is a finalist for Morgan Stanley’s $700M regional HQ
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North Georgia starts to dry out after storm downs trees, floods roads
North Georgia will see a drier start to the weekend after the remnants of Tropical Storm Arthur disrupted World Cup events, downed trees, cut power and flooded roads.

Peabo Bryson funeral service set for next week in Atlanta, BeBe Winans to perform
Atlanta funeral arrangements for late singer Peabo Bryson have been finalized.

How are football and soccer influencing each other? Just look at Atlanta.
There’s a reason why soccer is the world’s most popular sport while football is America’s most lucrative.

Georgia AG’s case against training center protesters ‘political,’ judge rules
The ruling marks the latest setback in Attorney General Chris Carr’s efforts to try dozens of activists who opposed construction of Atlanta’s controversial training center.




