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Atlanta residents of all ages will have a chance to immerse themselves in the world of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics during the Atlanta Science Festival from March 10 through 25.

The Atlanta Science Festival Returns with 150 Events March 10-25

by Thom ChandlerMarch 9, 2023October 10, 2023

The Gist: Georgia lawmakers are listening to Buckhead residents who are concerned about crime in their neighborhoods. As a result, the area will see a new Georgia State Patrol satellite post in north Atlanta, as part of a 2024 state budget initiative.

Crime

Buckhead is getting a Georgia State Patrol post

by Thom ChandlerMarch 8, 2023March 8, 2023

A fire was reported Sunday night at the site of a police training facility in DeKalb County known as "Cop City."

Crime

Fire breaks out at ‘Cop City’ site

by Thom ChandlerMarch 6, 2023

A coalition of over 200 faith leaders will gather at Atlanta City Hall on Monday to express their opposition to the proposed construction of "Cop City" in the South River Forest.

Crime

Over 200 Faith Leaders Unite to Stop Cop City

by Thom ChandlerMarch 4, 2023

A yearslong effort by a small but vocal group pushing for a wealthy Atlanta neighborhood to secede from the city's control was roundly rebuked Thursday, as a bipartisan coalition in the Georgia Senate rejected legislation for the City of Buckhead City.

Representing You

Buckhead Cityhood bill that would ‘jerk the heart out of Atlanta’ fails

by Stephen Fowler | GA TodayMarch 3, 2023March 3, 2023

The Gist: The Buckhead Coalition, a non-profit organization in Buckhead, Atlanta, has issued a letter urging opposition to Senate Bill 59, which would pave the way for a vote on Buckhead cityhood. The proposed legislation would allow residents of Buckhead to decide whether they want to form a new city separate from Atlanta.

The Buckhead Coalition is against Buckhead cityhood. Here’s why

by Thom ChandlerMarch 1, 2023March 1, 2023

Legislation elevating the crime of rioting from a misdemeanor to a felony cleared the Republican-controlled Georgia House of Representatives Wednesday.

Representing You

Georgia lawmakers just voted to make rioting a felony. Here’s what you need to know

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceMarch 1, 2023March 1, 2023

ATLANTA -- One man is dead following a police shooting at the North Avenue MARTA station in Atlanta on Feb. 24.

Crime

MARTA police shoot and kill man suspected of pulling gun on them at North Ave. station

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 25, 2023

Macrina was sentenced by U.S. District Judge Steve C. Jones to four years and six months in prison, to be followed by three years of supervised release, and $40,000 in restitution. Macrina was convicted of conspiracy and federal program bribery on Oct. 14, 2022, following a jury trial.

Crime

Former Atlanta water commissioner sentenced to prison for bribery

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 24, 2023

Listing five takeaways on the Atlanta Hawks' decision to fire Nate McMillan at the NBA All-Star Break.

Five Takeaways from Atlanta Hawks Firing Nate McMillan

by Pat BensonFebruary 23, 2023

The Atlanta Police Department is seeking assistance from the public to locate a missing juvenile, Janari Morrison.

Have you seen missing 12-year-old Janari Morrison?

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 21, 2023February 21, 2023

The City of Atlanta has closed on a real estate deal with the State of Georgia to purchase the property at 2 Peachtree Street, according to Mayor Andre Dickens.

Atlanta Mayor seals the deal on affordable housing initiative with purchase of iconic 2 Peachtree St.

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 16, 2023February 16, 2023

(The Center Square) — A group of Georgia lawmakers has introduced legislation to incorporate a portion of Atlanta as Buckhead City.

Representing You

Buckhead Cityhood is back on the table. Here’s what we know

by T.A. DeFeo | The Center SquareFebruary 11, 2023February 11, 2023

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Falcons Hire Alabama Crimson Tide Assistant to Defensive Staff

by Jeremy BrenerFebruary 10, 2023February 10, 2023

The Gist: The American Transportation Research Institute has released its 12th annual list of the most congested bottlenecks for trucks in America.

Traffic & Transportation

Nine Georgia Locations on Nation’s Worst Bottlenecks List for Truckers

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 8, 2023February 8, 2023

San Francisco, CA - August 23, 2019: Presidential candidate Kamala Harris speaking at the Democratic National Convention summer session in San Francisco, California.

Vice President Kamala Harris was in Atlanta today. Here’s why

by Dave Williams | Capitol Beat News ServiceFebruary 8, 2023February 8, 2023

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‘Woah, Damn’: Inside Stories of Covering Falcons WR Drake London

by Daniel FlickFebruary 6, 2023February 6, 2023

ATLANTA -- The Atlanta Police Department is asking for your help finding missing 15-year-old Clevan Aguilar.

15-Year-Old Clevan Aguilar Missing in Atlanta

by Thom ChandlerFebruary 5, 2023February 5, 2023

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