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Lines out the door at Atlanta airport as ICE agents arrive to assist TSA
ICE agents assist with massive security lines at Atlanta's airport as TSA staffing shortages, caused by the ongoing government shutdown, lead to wait times exceeding four hours.
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4mMARTA launches new Breeze fare payment system on March 28
MARTA transitions to its new Breeze payment system starting March 28. Riders can use new tap-to-pay options or upgraded cards during the five-week transition period ending May 2.
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5mSandy Springs, Atlanta headed for mediation in stalled water system negotiations
Mayor Rusty Paul is willing to risk state and federal funding to get Sandy Springs' first-ever Service Delivery Strategy agreement with Atlanta on water supply and distribution. Sandy Springs officials indicated they want to buy the system from Atlanta and operate it. The cities must agree to a Service Delivery Strategy by the end of the year.
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3mTeam Lis Smash hosts annual Rainbow Deadlift Showdown fundraiser
Team Lis Smash is hosting its seventh annual Rainbow Deadlift Showdown on June 13 at the Woodruff Athletic Complex at Agnes Scott College in Decatur to benefit LGBTQ+ and other grassroots organizations.
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4mTransgender candidate Bella Bautista makes history in Georgia
Bella Bautista, a transgender woman and Democratic candidate, is running for Georgia's House of Representatives District 14, advocating for the everyday Georgian and campaigning on both sides of the aisle, while Bentley Hudgins is running in House District 90.
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4mDespite decline in big productions, Atlanta independent filmmakers find support in community
While major studio productions in Georgia face a slowdown, Atlanta's independent film scene is thriving as local creatives and rental houses collaborate to foster a resilient homegrown cinematic community.