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Volunteers provide food amid uncertainty over SNAP benefits
Advocates for the hungry across metro Atlanta told similar stories this week as the Trump administration prepared to freeze SNAP benefits amid a federal government shutdown.
Georgia Republicans in Congress weigh in on the shutdown’s effects
U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene has been outspoken during the shutdown and willing to disagree with Republican leaders.
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.
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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.
Georgia women face geographic gaps in prenatal care
Fewer than half of Georgia's counties have a full-time OB-GYN, according to data analyzed by the AJC, and many women lack the time and money to make regular prenatal visits.
Ex-Stonecrest mayor accused of lying about prison time to run for City Council
Jason Lary, who spent more than two years in prison after he admitted pocketing COVID relief money, allegedly claimed he was not a convicted felon in pre-election paperwork.
