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South River fish kill under investigation, chemical leak possible
The City of Atlanta is investigating a fish kill in the South River due to a potential chemical release at a water reclamation center, following a similar incident in May that caused an estimated 6…
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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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5mAtlanta City Council stalls data center task force proposal as mayor plans strategy group
The Atlanta City Council stalled a proposed task force on data center impacts to reconcile the initiative with a similar strategy group being developed by Mayor Andre Dickens.
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6mGeorgia Supreme Court to stop hearing most murder cases by 2028
Starting July 2027, the Georgia Supreme Court will shift jurisdiction for non-death penalty murder appeals to the Court of Appeals to prioritize constitutional and emergency legal matters.
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2mAPD officer shot responding to mental health crisis
An Atlanta police officer and a female resident were wounded during a mental health crisis call, leading to the arrest of suspect Michael Gates by local authorities.
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3mDad's Garage expands to former Dynamic El Dorado space on Edgewood Avenue
Dad’s Garage expands its comedy campus by taking over the Dynamic El Dorado space, relaunching it as React Theatre to host independent acts and the new Dad’s Garage University.