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In legal twist, deputy convicted in jail death case after civil suit failed
Former Fulton County Sheriff’s Office deputy Arron Cook pleaded guilty to aggravated assault and violation of oath charges this week in the 2018 death of Antonio May.
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It’s time for schools to have ‘the talk’ with students about police stops
Driver’s education at Georgia high schools should be required to have a course on how to interact with law enforcement.
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Third victim dies after fatal DeKalb shooting spree, police say
The DOJ added a federal firearm charge to the lengthy list that Olaolukitan Adon Abel is facing after a shooting spree on April 13.
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Southern Co. exec: A career doesn’t always follow a straight line
Bentina Terry transitioned from a career as a lawyer to become an executive at Southern Company.
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These are the four skills you need to be a leader, says a top Atlanta exec
Southern Co. executive Bentina Terry said there are certain skills she looks for in leaders.
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ICE begins 2026 with high pace of arrests in Georgia
Georgia ranks as a top state in the country for enforcement, updated federal data shows.
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ICE begins 2026 with high pace of arrests in Georgia
Georgia ranks as a top state in the country for enforcement, updated federal data shows.
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Giant pandas are coming back to Zoo Atlanta after 2-year hiatus
The zoo had been without pandas since 2024, after a 25-year period.
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Georgia Supreme Court: Liberal lawyers seek to oust 2 justices
Two justices on the Georgia Supreme Court — Charlie Bethel and Sarah Hawkins Warren — are being challenged by Atlanta lawyers Jen Jordan and Miracle Rankin.
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How nurses are fueling progress at Northeast Georgia Health System
What would you do if you recognized opportunities in your nursing unit?
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Nurses: Enter now to win a cabin trip to the mountains of Georgia!
Northside Hospital and The Atlanta Journal-Constitution know how much nurses need some relaxation. To help, we’re...
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How Wellstar’s CareerCare program transformed one employee’s journey
More than two decades into her career at Wellstar Health System, Deidre Jenkins wasn’t ready to retire — she was ready...
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Walmart drone delivery proposals denied in one metro Atlanta county
The denial comes as Walmart and its drone partner, Wing, have aggressive plans for expansion.
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Norfolk Southern, Union Pacific ‘on track’ to refile for merger next week
Among those protesting the deal are all of the railroad’s major competitors, warning it consolidates nearly half of the nation’s rail volume into the hands of one entity.
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Jai’Len Josey is Atlanta’s new R&B leader, years after ‘trial and error’
After several delays, Atlanta R&B singer Jai'Len Josey's debut album, "Serial Romantic," has dropped, with Tricky Stewart on board as executive producer.
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The Iran war sent fuel prices soaring. It’s giving EV sales a boost.
After a sluggish February, U.S. sales of electric vehicles rebounded sharply in March across both new and used models.
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A.M. ATL: Down and drought
Morning, y’all. Your April 24 update: A historic state-wide drought, First Liberty founder charged, the great debate over whether Atlanta's full and more.
Henry County Commission chair abruptly fires top administrative officer
Henry County Commission chair Carlotta Harrell fired county manager Cheri Hobson Matthews on Thursday without taking the issue before the Board of Commissioners.
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Georgia officials weigh triggering drought response plan to help save water
Almost 90% of Georgia faces drought conditions rated “severe” — the third level on the five-level drought intensity scale — or worse by the U.S. Drought Monitor.
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A.M. ATL: Hazy days
Morning, y'all. Your April 23 update: South Georgia wildfires prompt a state of emergency, leaders honor Ga. U.S. Rep. David Scott, a Ga. 400 project begins and more.
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Why UPS wants to ship your returns more than your online orders
The company sees immense opportunity in “reverse logistics” and on Tuesday announced a further expansion of the network of its subsidiary Happy Returns.
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R&B singer Brian McKnight sues son, ex-wife as public battle intensifies
R&B singer Brian McKnight is suing his son and ex-wife in federal court in Atlanta, claiming their public lies about him are harming his career and personal life.