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Above the Waterline: Atlanta's disappearing tree canopy
A homeowner reflects on the emotional loss of a century-old silver maple, using the tree's decline as a springboard to critique Atlanta's failure to protect its vital urban forest.
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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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1mThe Atlanta News Quiz for September 12
It’s time to test your knowledge with this week’s Atlanta News Quiz! Click here to play, and please let us know how you do by sharing on Instagram, Facebook, or X @RoughDraftATL. This week’s quiz is sponsored by The High Museum. 🎨 You’ve seen Amy Sherald’s iconic portrait of Michelle Obama. Now, her largest exhibition to date […]
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5m🇺🇸 9/11 anniversary
Never forget Friday, Sept. 11 — Today is the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. The attacks left 2,977 people dead and thousands more injured. A quarter of a century later, we remember the victims and the ongoing impact the tragedy had on the U.S. This morning, the DeKalb County Police Department held a special ceremony honoring the […]
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7m🇺🇸 Norcross remembers 9/11
Help us grow our newsletter! Do you know a friend or neighbor who would enjoy our weekly newsletter on Norcross? Please have them subscribe here. 🇺🇸 Norcross remembers 9/11 Friday, Sept. 11 — Hey, it’s Hayden with my weekly Norcross newsletter. Today we honor the victims of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, along with first responders and military personnel. In […]
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4mCBS News Atlanta prepares to hire 40 more staff for new Chamblee studio
CBS Atlanta Vice President Shawn Hoder met with Norcross residents to discuss the newsroom's focus on hyperlocal storytelling and its plans to expand operations following the completion of a new Chamblee studio in November.