Atlanta|News|
Arbery Shooter Travis McMichael Calls Fight For Gun Life Or Death
Travis McMichael took the stand Wednesday to describe the events that led to him fatally shoot Ahmaud Arbery.
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- Atlanta, GA
I started my professional journalism career on a football field in Alaska, and every day since has been an adventure. I've covered dog sledding and commercial fishing in the Land of the Midnight Sun, civic duty and Civil Rights icons in the Windy City, courts and crime in Hotlanta and the Inauguration of our first Black President.
Time away from the news business has given me perspective to appreciate what I've always considered my calling. And focusing on local stories has always been my lens to open a broader view of our society and our country.
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Atlanta|News|
Fraud Charges Levied Against Man Accused of Taking $42K: Police
An Atlanta man was jailed for insurance fraud charges and accusations that he falsified a police report.
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Buckhead, GA|News|
Lamborghini Driver Charged With Murder Denied Bond
Alfred Megbuluba, who is accused of throwing Catherine Khan to her death from a speeding Lamborghini, was denied bond.
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Atlanta|News|
Ahmaud Arbery Case: 'Black Pastors' Prayer Rally Criticized
A clergy group plans a prayer rally Thursday outside the trial for the white men accused of killing Ahmaud Arbery.
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Atlanta|News|
Ahmaud Arbery Case: Black Pastors Criticized, Prosecution Rests
Medical Examiner Dr. Edmund Donoghue said Ahmaud Arbery was killed by 3 shotgun blasts. Plus, defense criticizes presence of Black pastors.
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Atlanta|News|
Full Blood Lunar Eclipse, Century’s Longest: Watch In Atlanta
A partial lunar eclipse is cause for a watch party in Atlanta to see the full frost moon turn red in the longest such event this century.
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Atlanta|News|
Best Times To Get Out Of Atlanta For Thanksgiving 2021
Thanksgiving travel is expected to rebound to pre-pandemic levels. Planning ahead to get out of Atlanta will help you avoid any delays.
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Buckhead, GA|News|
Buckhead City Movement Warns Atlanta 'Don't Quick Claim' Assets
The Buckhead City Committee wants Atlanta officials to outline any city property that might be affected by de-annexation and cityhood.
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Sandy Springs, GA|News|
Thanksgiving Store Hours 2021: What's Open In Sandy Springs
Want to get a jump on Black Friday shopping? These Sandy Springs stores will be open on Thanksgiving Day.
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Buckhead, GA|News|
Thanksgiving Store Hours 2021: What's Open, Closed In Buckhead
Want to get a jump on Black Friday shopping? These Buckhead stores will be open on Thanksgiving Day.
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Atlanta|News|
Thanksgiving Store Hours 2021: What's Open, Closed In Atlanta
Want to get a jump on Black Friday shopping? These Atlanta stores will be open on Thanksgiving Day.
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Midtown, GA|News|
Thanksgiving Store Hours 2021: What's Open, Closed In Midtown
Want to get a jump on Black Friday shopping? These Midtown stores will be open on Thanksgiving Day.
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Atlanta|News|
Ahmaud Arbery Case: Defense Demands Mistrial Over 'Black Pastors'
Attorneys for the men accused of killing Ahmaud Arbery requested a mistrial when the Rev. Jesse Jackson joined Arbery's parents in court.
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Atlanta|News|
100 Inmates Moved From Fulton County To Cobb To Ease Overcrowding
Fulton County Sheriff Pat Labat partnered with Cobb County Sheriff Craig Owens to house nonviolent inmates to alleviate overflow in Fulton.
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Marietta, GA|News|
Cobb School Board, District Need To Improve To Keep Accreditation
Accreditation agency Cognia conducted a special review of the Cobb County School District based on more than 50 complaints from the public.
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Atlanta|News|
I-285 Westbound Reopens On East Side After Deadly Wreck
Georgia Department of Transportation reopened I-285 before Bouldercrest Road, after police finished investigating a deadly wreck.
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Sandy Springs, GA|News|
Christmas Tree Sale Supports Riverwood High Baseball Team
Log on to Riverwood International Charter School's 27th annual Christmas tree sale to support the high school's baseball program.
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Atlanta|News|
Gang Affiliation Charges Land Ex-Cop In Jail For Boyfriend
Former South Fulton Police Officer Aliyah Jackson has been accused of trying to tamper with evidence to help her boyfriend, police say.
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Atlanta|News|
8-Year-Old Shot And Killed In Southwest Atlanta: Police
Police are investigating the deadly shooting of an 8-year-old in a southwest Atlanta apartment complex.
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Atlanta|News|
Veteran Prosecutor Biden's Choice To Lead Justice In Atlanta
Ryan K. Buchanan will face U.S. Senate vetting to take over as head of the Department of Justice in Georgia's Northern District.
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