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Georgia 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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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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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.
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3mMy Sister's Room co-owner arrested after noise complaint
Jen Maguire, co-owner of the Atlanta lesbian bar My Sister's Room, was arrested early Saturday morning following a noise complaint and a dispute over providing identification to police.
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9m🌳 New Buckhead trails
Fever > Dream Monday, Aug. 17 — The City of Atlanta closed on the purchase of 30 acres of Buckhead forest surrounding late artist Lucinda Bunnen’s estate on Randall Mill Road. Public trails are expected to open next year, with artists eventually in residence. ☀️ Sunny and hot with a high of 96° today, but it will […]