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Above the Waterline: The view from Venice in a summer heat wave
Exploring the existential threats posed by rising seas and extreme heat in Venice and beyond, this piece offers a cautious look at the global transition toward renewable energy.
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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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6mState approves Sandy Springs charter after county shuttered elementary school
The State Charter Schools Commission of Georgia approved a petition from the Save Spalding Committee to open the Spalding Academy for Innovation and Learning by the fall 2027 school year.
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2mMetro Atlanta schools back in session beginning Aug. 3
Metro Atlanta public schools are gearing up for the 2026-27 academic year, with major districts resuming classes next week alongside scheduled open houses and helpful back-to-school resources.
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2mReport: Dewberry takes full ownership of stalled Campanile building in Midtown
Developer John Dewberry has reclaimed full ownership of the long-stalled Campanile tower in Midtown Atlanta, even as the site faces intense public scrutiny over safety and blight concerns.
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9m🚨 Another real-time crime center
Pollution lawsuit Thursday, July 30 — The Flint Riverkeeper and Southern Environmental Law Center said they are filing suit against the City of Atlanta and Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport over consistent pollution of the Flint River. ☀️ Sunny with a high of 90° today. 💸 U.S. Sens. Jon Ossoff and Rev. Raphael Warnock announced that the Norcross Police Department […]