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Georgia Republicans scrap redistricting talks before special session begins
Georgia lawmakers have delayed redrawing congressional maps, citing the need for more transparency and public input following a Supreme Court ruling on racial gerrymandering and the Voting Rights Act.
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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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5mMo Ivory defeats Robb Pitts in Democratic primary runoff for chair
Mo Ivory defeated Robb Pitts in the Democratic primary runoff for Fulton County Chair, and at least three other new faces will join the board of commissioners next year, indicating voters' willingness to task new leaders with tackling the county's longstanding problems.
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2mArrest made in shooting deaths of pregnant mom and her unborn son
DeKalb County authorities arrested Devin Anthony for the tragic shooting death of pregnant mother Shakiya Pridgen and her unborn child. He faces multiple charges, including malice murder and feticide.
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4mGeorgia residents have some of the highest medical debt in the country, and it could get worse
As medical costs soar and subsidies expire, the 'One Nation, Overcharged' movement advocates for urgent healthcare reform to address rising premiums and the growing medical debt crisis in Georgia.
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6mAdrian Chiarella on LGBTQ+ community's attraction to horror and 'Leviticus'
Director Adrian Chiarella discusses his new queer horror film 'Leviticus,' exploring metaphors for homophobia and outsider identity through a terrifying supernatural romance between two teenagers in a conservative town.