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48 Arrested At Holiday 'Sobriety Checkpoint,' 2,500 Cars Checked

Police checked 2,500 cars and made 48 arrests in the season's second "sobriety checkpoint."

Record-Setting Pilot Among Four Dead In Atlanta Plane Crash

Wei Chen was a successful Memphis businessman who also flew around the world in 70 days to raise money for charity.

Bring Home Free Pets Through The End Of The Year

Take advantage of this holidays adoption special and give a gift of unconditional love.

Driver Killed, Boy Injured In 2-Car Accident

Four people, including a five-year-old child, were injured Thursday in the crash.

Troopers Prepare For Busy Christmas, New Year's Travel Periods

Motorists can expect to see Georgia state troopers keeping a close eye on drivers breaking state traffic laws over the next two weeks.

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