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Petition Friday Friday, April 17 — Hello everyone, and happy Friday! This week, we’re starting off with some news about petitions. We are less than a week away from the meeting…
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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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5mNorcross West African restaurant Ike's Cafe & Grill is preparing for World Cup crowds
The owners of Ike's Cafe & Grill, a metro Atlanta West African restaurant, are preparing for throngs of visitors headed here for the World Cup with renovations to its Norcross location and two new locations.
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5mNorcross City Council approves on-street parking and public safety upgrades
The Norcross City Council approved several spending items at its June 1 meeting, including on-street parking, two arts initiatives, and technology improvements to the city's communications and cybersecurity infrastructure.
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3mProperty taxes to rise in DeKalb County School District with unchanged millage rate
The DeKalb County School District has proposed maintaining the 2026 millage rate at 22.78 mills, resulting in a 1.5% increase in property taxes, to support safe facilities, competitive teacher compensation, and reliable student transportation.
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2mNew photos released of ‘armed and dangerous’ suspect in Georgia State MARTA stabbing
MARTA police search for an armed suspect after a violent stabbing at Georgia State station, while also addressing a separate fatal attack involving another passenger.