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Arrest made in fatal shooting at Sandy Springs apartment
The Sandy Springs Police Department announced the arrest of 17-year-old Christopher Castillo, who is charged in the August 28 killing of 25-year-old Williams Lopez Rodriguez.
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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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6mAtlanta Black Pride Weekend returns Sept. 2-7
Atlanta Black Pride Weekend is scheduled to return to Atlanta from September 2 to 7, featuring a diverse lineup of community engagement events, empowerment programs, and the 14th Annual Pure Heat Community Festival.
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2mGeorgia Latino International Film Festival to honor Roberto Sanchez with Excellence in Filmmaking Award
The 15th Georgia Latino International Film Festival will honor veteran actor Roberto Sanchez with its Excellence in Filmmaking Award for his remarkable 25-year career and advocacy.
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6mMidtown Atlanta shelter launches new homeless prevention pilot
The Zaban Paradies Center at The Temple is piloting a new homeless prevention program under the Atlanta Rising initiative to provide stable housing and support services to 150 at-risk families in the Atlanta Public Schools district.
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6mACA premium prices insuring 900K Georgians to shoot up – again
Georgians face another potential 20% spike in ACA health insurance premiums this year, threatening coverage affordability and hospital financial stability as the market continues to shrink.