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- [01-06-2012] Transportation tax campaign makes 300K calls
Three hundred thousand telephone calls was just the beginning. The $8 million campaign for the July 31 Atlanta regional transportation referendum is trying to reach every voter it can who might swing the vote.... - [01-06-2012] Ron Taylor, 65: He wrote with style
Long-time Atlanta Journal-Constitution reporter and editor, Ron Taylor, who had an international reach, died Wednesday.... - [01-06-2012] Gregory Warmack, 64: Called ‘Mr. Imagination' for his creativity in art
Gregory Warmack, known simply as Mr. Imagination on the international art scene, moved to Atlanta in 2009 to regain something he’d lost.... - [01-06-2012] State and federal regulators approve 13-year extension for sewer work
State and federal regulators have given their official blessing to a plan that would give Atlanta 13 additional years to complete sewer upgrades required by a landmark 1999 order.The U.S.... - [01-06-2012] Atlanta rolls out customer service initiatives
Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed announced Thursday that the city had launched new efforts to improve the customer service experience for residents and visitors, including the city's first-ever customer service bill of rights, training for... - [01-06-2012] State and federal regulators approve 13-year extension for sewer work
State and federal regulators have given their official blessing to a plan that would give Atlanta 13 additional years to complete sewer upgrades required by a landmark 1999 order.The U.S.... - [01-06-2012] Atlanta rolls out customer service initiatives
Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed announced Thursday that the city had launched new efforts to improve the customer service experience for residents and visitors, including the city's first-ever customer service bill of rights, training for... - [31-05-2012] Unlicensed homes to face more state scrutiny
In the obscure world of personal care homes, the worst abuse of vulnerable adults often happens in unlicensed facilities that state officials often can’t find, don’t inspect and have few resources to shut down, The... - [31-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Storms likely Thursday and Friday
Metro Atlanta could get a few thunderstorms Thursday afternoon, while a cold front arriving Friday will bring a more significant chance of showers.... - [31-05-2012] Bob Dyer: Pies bursting in air
What’s the first thing you think of when you think fireworks?The Amish. Of course.OK, maybe not. But when somebody is trying to publicize a business, apparently no stretch is too far.Phantom Fireworks, based in sunny Youngstown,... - [31-05-2012] Ex-DeKalb cop's police license still active after 3 years
A former DeKalb County police detective was still eligible to be a sworn officer, despite being convicted of stealing from a convenience store more than three years ago, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution has learned.... - [31-05-2012] Ex-DeKalb cop's police license still active after 3 years
A former DeKalb County police detective was still eligible to be a sworn officer, despite being convicted of stealing from a convenience store more than three years ago, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution has learned.... - [31-05-2012] Supporters make the case for new charter high school
About 60 parents and supporters of Drew Charter School went before the Atlanta school board Wednesday to support plans for a new high school.... - [31-05-2012] Black mayors come to Atlanta for 38th annual convention
More than 250 mayors and state and federal officials are scheduled to be in Atlanta through Sunday for the National Conference of Black Mayors' 38th annual national convention.... - [31-05-2012] Supporters make the case for new charter high school
About 60 parents and supporters of Drew Charter School went before the Atlanta school board Wednesday to support plans for a new high school.... - [31-05-2012] Black mayors come to Atlanta for 38th annual convention
More than 250 mayors and state and federal officials are scheduled to be in Atlanta through Sunday for the National Conference of Black Mayors' 38th annual national convention.... - [31-05-2012] Hosea Feed the Hungry lays off several staffers, cites drop in donations
The Atlanta-based charity Hosea Feed the Hungry and Homeless said it will lay off a third of its staff and cut others’ pay, but it hopes a celebrity-aided social media campaign in June will bring in more money.... - [31-05-2012] Hosea Feed the Hungry lays off several staffers, cites drop in donations
The Atlanta-based charity Hosea Feed the Hungry and Homeless said it will lay off a third of its staff and cut others’ pay, but it hopes a celebrity-aided social media campaign in June will bring in more money.... - [30-05-2012] Broker headed to prison for fraud
A federal judge in Atlanta on Wednesday sentenced an insurance broker to four years and two months in prison for his role in a mail fraud scheme, the U.S.... - [30-05-2012] Actual Factual Georgia
Q: How did Luckie Street get its name? I know it's spelled different than lucky. -Lance DeLoach, Thomaston A: Atlanta’s Luckie Street was named for a man who met a rather unlucky death.... - [30-05-2012] Actual Factual Georgia
Q: In the movie “Driving Miss Daisy,” Miss Daisy was a teacher in Atlanta. What was the name of her school and where was it located? -Frank Burnett, Decatur A: I reckon there is no better source than the author... - [30-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Dry Wednesday; storms Thursday and Friday
Severe thunderstorms overnight downed trees northwest of Atlanta, but Wednesday should be dry as rain from Tropical Storm Beryl has moved well east of Georgia.... - [30-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Dry Wednesday; storms Thursday and Friday
Severe thunderstorms overnight downed trees northwest of Atlanta, but Wednesday should be dry as rain from Tropical Storm Beryl has moved well east of Georgia.... - [30-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Dry Wednesday; storms Thursday and Friday
Severe thunderstorms overnight downed trees northwest of Atlanta, but Wednesday should be dry as rain from Tropical Storm Beryl has moved well east of Georgia.... - [30-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Dry Wednesday; storms Thursday and Friday
Severe thunderstorms overnight downed trees northwest of Atlanta, but Wednesday should be dry as rain from Tropical Storm Beryl has moved well east of Georgia.... - [30-05-2012] Tribunals fire two in APS cheating cases
Idalina Couto's blemish-free teaching career with Atlanta Public Schools ended after 20 years Tuesday when a panel of educators upheld a decision to fire her for breaking testing procedure and failing to report cheating.... - [30-05-2012] Atlanta toddler among victims in Qatar mall fire
An Atlanta toddler visiting Qatar with her parents was among the 13 children killed Monday in a fire that tore through an upscale mall in the Gulf state's capital city.... - [30-05-2012] Tribunals fire two in APS cheating cases
Idalina Couto's blemish-free teaching career with Atlanta Public Schools ended after 20 years Tuesday when a panel of educators upheld a decision to fire her for breaking testing procedure and failing to report cheating.... - [30-05-2012] Atlanta toddler among victims in Qatar mall fire
An Atlanta toddler visiting Qatar with her parents was among the 13 children killed Monday in a fire that tore through an upscale mall in the Gulf state's capital city.... - [30-05-2012] Art Zorka, 70: Magician could see the stars
Art Zorka found a new identity in Atlanta. In the process, he rediscovered an old love, found a new passion and took his family along for the ride.... - [30-05-2012] Missing Atlanta woman, 66, found at hospital
A missing 66-year-old Atlanta woman was located at an area hospital, Atlanta police announced Monday.... - [30-05-2012] Atlanta City Council committee approves nearly $100,000 in claims for property damages, personal injuries
A committee of Atlanta's City Council voted Tuesday to approve more than $99,000 in claims against the city for property damages and bodily injuries from automobile accidents and other mishaps.... - [30-05-2012] Shepherd Center receives $100,000 grant for vet program
The Atlanta-based Shepherd Center will receive a $100,000 grant from Wounded Warrior Project, a non-profit organization that honors and empowers injured troops.... - [30-05-2012] Attorney: Hate crime charges expected in gay man's beating
The lawyer for Dorian Moragne, one of four men charged in the Feb. 4 videotaped assault of a gay man outside a southwest Atlanta convenience store, has been informed his client will be prosecuted under a federal hate crimes statute.... - [30-05-2012] Missing Atlanta woman, 66, found at hospital
A missing 66-year-old Atlanta woman was located at an area hospital, Atlanta police announced Monday.... - [30-05-2012] Atlanta City Council committee approves nearly $100,000 in claims for property damages, personal injuries
A committee of Atlanta's City Council voted Tuesday to approve more than $99,000 in claims against the city for property damages and bodily injuries from automobile accidents and other mishaps.... - [30-05-2012] Shepherd Center receives $100,000 grant for vet program
The Atlanta-based Shepherd Center will receive a $100,000 grant from Wounded Warrior Project, a non-profit organization that honors and empowers injured troops.... - [30-05-2012] Attorney: Hate crime charges expected in gay man's beating
The lawyer for Dorian Moragne, one of four men charged in the Feb. 4 videotaped assault of a gay man outside a southwest Atlanta convenience store, has been informed his client will be prosecuted under a federal hate crimes statute.... - [29-05-2012] Liberty Foundation veterans’ salute begins in Atlanta
The Liberty Foundation will begin its 2012 Salute to Veterans tour in Atlanta next week with public flights on WWII plans June 9-10.... - [29-05-2012] Liberty Foundation veterans’ salute begins in Atlanta
The Liberty Foundation will begin its 2012 Salute to Veterans tour in Atlanta next week with public flights on WWII plans June 9-10.... - [29-05-2012] Remnants of Tropical Storm Beryl spinning across south Georgia
The remnants of Tropical Storm Beryl continued to churn across extreme south Georgia early Tuesday, drenching the southern part of the state and bringing a chance of scattered showers to metro Atlanta later in the day.... - [29-05-2012] Remnants of Tropical Storm Beryl spinning across south Georgia
The remnants of Tropical Storm Beryl continued to churn across extreme south Georgia early Tuesday, drenching the southern part of the state and bringing a chance of scattered showers to metro Atlanta later in the day.... - [29-05-2012] Remnants of Tropical Storm Beryl spinning across south Georgia
The remnants of Tropical Storm Beryl continued to churn across extreme south Georgia early Tuesday, drenching the southern part of the state and bringing a chance of scattered showers to metro Atlanta later in the day.... - [29-05-2012] American Cancer Society launches third survey
Lauren Teras Huebner wants to pay it forward. For the next two decades or so, the Decatur mother of three will join thousands of other Americans sharing their lives for a massive cancer prevention project run from Atlanta.... - [29-05-2012] Home value appeals tricky, leave some feeling duped
Metro Atlanta homeowners who successfully appeal their home’s taxable value may be in for a surprise.... - [28-05-2012] Pirates sweep Cubs with 10-4 victory
James McDonald scattered five hits over eight shutout innings and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Cincinnati Reds 4-1 on Monday to climb back to .500. Pedro Alvarez, Rod Barajas and Neil Walker all had two hits apiece and knocked in a... - [28-05-2012] Visitor centers may have worn out welcome
LAVONIA - Atlanta-bound traffic whizzed by at 80 miles per hour along the interstate last week, but inside the Georgia visitor information center near the South Carolina line, it was calm, quiet, Southern and slow.... - [28-05-2012] Visitor centers may have worn out welcome
LAVONIA - Atlanta-bound traffic whizzed by at 80 miles per hour along the interstate last week, but inside the Georgia visitor information center near the South Carolina line, it was calm, quiet, Southern and slow.... - [28-05-2012] Atlanta parks system ranks below average
It might come as a surprise to the joggers in Piedmont Park or the dog walkers around Chastain Park, but the Atlanta park system ranks below average.... - [28-05-2012] Atlanta parks system ranks below average
It might come as a surprise to the joggers in Piedmont Park or the dog walkers around Chastain Park, but the Atlanta park system ranks below average.... - [28-05-2012] Visitor centers may have worn out welcome
LAVONIA - Atlanta-bound traffic whizzed by at 80 miles per hour along the interstate last week, but inside the Georgia visitor information center near the South Carolina line, it was calm, quiet, Southern and slow.... - [28-05-2012] Atlanta parks system ranks below average
It might come as a surprise to the joggers in Piedmont Park or the dog walkers around Chastain Park, but the Atlanta park system ranks below average.... - [28-05-2012] Korea vets remember ‘forgotten' war
Retired Col. Sam Holliday of Atlanta doesn’t remember many names of those who landed in Korea with him.... - [28-05-2012] Korea vets remember ‘forgotten' war
Retired Col. Sam Holliday of Atlanta doesn’t remember many names of those who landed in Korea with him.... - [28-05-2012] Beryl bringing rain, wind to metro Atlanta
Tropical storm Beryl could bring heavy rain to metro Atlanta by Tuesday as clouds stream into the area for Memorial Day. Monday could see a possible shower and thunderstorm, mainly south and east of the city, said... - [28-05-2012] Beryl bringing rain, wind to metro Atlanta
Tropical storm Beryl could bring heavy rain to metro Atlanta by Tuesday as clouds stream into the area for Memorial Day. Monday could see a possible shower and thunderstorm, mainly south and east of the city, said... - [28-05-2012] Beryl bringing rain, wind to metro Atlanta
Tropical storm Beryl could bring heavy rain to metro Atlanta by Tuesday as clouds stream into the area for Memorial Day. Monday could see a possible shower and thunderstorm, mainly south and east of the city, said... - [27-05-2012] Medicare scams grow in Atlanta
Fernando Alfonso and Rita Mateu sought out homeless people at Atlanta area shelters and offered them food or money in exchange for Medicare information.... - [27-05-2012] Medicare scams grow in Atlanta
Fernando Alfonso and Rita Mateu sought out homeless people at Atlanta area shelters and offered them food or money in exchange for Medicare information.... - [27-05-2012] Medicare scams grow in Atlanta
Fernando Alfonso and Rita Mateu sought out homeless people at Atlanta area shelters and offered them food or money in exchange for Medicare information.... - [27-05-2012] Sneiderman battle recalls 1989 Krause saga
There was only one suspect, according to the Atlanta homicide detective who investigated the 1989 murder of public relations executive Connie Vance Krause, found strangled to death in the trunk of her car at the Lindbergh MARTA station.... - [27-05-2012] Stadiums' costs outweighing revenue potential
Don’t expect a new football stadium for the Atlanta Falcons to easily pay for itself. Experts say unrealistic revenue projections and the skyrocketing construction cost of sports stadiums, especially football behemoths, is making... - [27-05-2012] Atlanta Citizen Review Board under scrutiny
Outrage over a botched raid built on lies from informants followed by cover-ups by cops who killed a frightened, innocent 92-year-old Kathryn Johnston in her home - and then planted drugs in the house - led to the birth the Atlanta... - [27-05-2012] Fans pay the price for new stadiums
Negotiations on a new downtown stadium for the Atlanta Falcons continue behind closed doors. But one thing seems clear: Much of the cost will be passed along to fans, some of whom are already bracing for a hit.... - [27-05-2012] Sneiderman battle recalls 1989 Krause saga
There was only one suspect, according to the Atlanta homicide detective who investigated the 1989 murder of public relations executive Connie Vance Krause, found strangled to death in the trunk of her car at the Lindbergh MARTA station.... - [27-05-2012] Sneiderman battle recalls 1989 Krause saga
There was only one suspect, according to the Atlanta homicide detective who investigated the 1989 murder of public relations executive Connie Vance Krause, found strangled to death in the trunk of her car at the Lindbergh MARTA station.... - [27-05-2012] Stadiums' costs outweighing revenue potential
Don’t expect a new football stadium for the Atlanta Falcons to easily pay for itself. Experts say unrealistic revenue projections and the skyrocketing construction cost of sports stadiums, especially football behemoths, is making... - [27-05-2012] Atlanta Citizen Review Board under scrutiny
Outrage over a botched raid built on lies from informants followed by cover-ups by cops who killed a frightened, innocent 92-year-old Kathryn Johnston in her home - and then planted drugs in the house - led to the birth the Atlanta... - [27-05-2012] Fans pay the price for new stadiums
Negotiations on a new downtown stadium for the Atlanta Falcons continue behind closed doors. But one thing seems clear: Much of the cost will be passed along to fans, some of whom are already bracing for a hit.... - [27-05-2012] Atlanta Citizen Review Board under scrutiny
Outrage over a botched raid built on lies from informants followed by cover-ups by cops who killed a frightened, innocent 92-year-old Kathryn Johnston in her home - and then planted drugs in the house - led to the birth the Atlanta... - [27-05-2012] Truck, grass fire shuts down I-75 south of Atlanta, leading to 13-mile traffic jam
A grass fire along I-75 had all northbound lanes blocked south of Atlanta Saturday afternoon. A tractor-trailer hauling bales of cotton caught fire near the Locust Grove exit just before 1:30 p.m., and the flames spread to the grass... - [27-05-2012] Truck, grass fire shuts down I-75 south of Atlanta, leading to 13-mile traffic jam
A grass fire along I-75 had all northbound lanes blocked south of Atlanta Saturday afternoon. A tractor-trailer hauling bales of cotton caught fire near the Locust Grove exit just before 1:30 p.m., and the flames spread to the grass... - [27-05-2012] Truck, grass fire shuts down I-75 south of Atlanta, leading to 13-mile traffic jam
A grass fire along I-75 had all northbound lanes blocked south of Atlanta Saturday afternoon. A tractor-trailer hauling bales of cotton caught fire near the Locust Grove exit just before 1:30 p.m., and the flames spread to the grass... - [27-05-2012] Alleged church burglar caught in the act in southeast Atlanta
An alleged church burglar was caught red-handed early Saturday after an alert witness tipped police off to the break-in.... - [27-05-2012] Alleged church burglar caught in the act in southeast Atlanta
An alleged church burglar was caught red-handed early Saturday after an alert witness tipped police off to the break-in.... - [26-05-2012] Tropical storm warnings posted for Georgia coast, with rain possible in metro Atlanta by late Sunday
The Georgia coast is under a tropical storm warning this Memorial Day weekend, as a cluster of thunderstorms that forecasters expect will become Tropical Storm Beryl strengthens in the Atlantic.... - [26-05-2012] Tropical storm warnings posted for Georgia coast, with rain possible in metro Atlanta by late Sunday
The Georgia coast is under a tropical storm warning this Memorial Day weekend, as a cluster of thunderstorms that forecasters expect will become Tropical Storm Beryl strengthens in the Atlantic.... - [26-05-2012] Tropical storm warnings posted for Georgia coast, with rain possible in metro Atlanta by late Sunday
The Georgia coast is under a tropical storm warning this Memorial Day weekend, as a cluster of thunderstorms that forecasters expect will become Tropical Storm Beryl strengthens in the Atlantic.... - [26-05-2012] Neighbors of potential new stadium seek voice
Saying it seems fruitless to try to fight a potential new stadium for the Atlanta Falcons, people who live near the likely sites are trying to get a seat at the negotiating table.... - [26-05-2012] Former drug prosecutor's life goes wrong
Atlanta attorney Rand Csehy made his mark prosecuting drug dealers; somewhere along the way, police say, he joined the enemy.... - [26-05-2012] Neighbors of potential new stadium seek voice
Saying it seems fruitless to try to fight a potential new stadium for the Atlanta Falcons, people who live near the likely sites are trying to get a seat at the negotiating table.... - [26-05-2012] Neighbors of potential new stadium seek voice
Saying it seems fruitless to try to fight a potential new stadium for the Atlanta Falcons, people who live near the likely sites are trying to get a seat at the negotiating table.... - [26-05-2012] Former drug prosecutor's life goes wrong
Atlanta attorney Rand Csehy made his mark prosecuting drug dealers; somewhere along the way, police say, he joined the enemy.... - [26-05-2012] Smoking bans gain in popularity across metro Atlanta
Norcross' economic development manager was concerned businesses might leave town. The police chief fretted about devoting officers to police parks for illegal smokers.... - [26-05-2012] Smoking bans gain in popularity across metro Atlanta
Norcross' economic development manager was concerned businesses might leave town. The police chief fretted about devoting officers to police parks for illegal smokers.... - [26-05-2012] Smoking bans gain in popularity across metro Atlanta
Norcross' economic development manager was concerned businesses might leave town. The police chief fretted about devoting officers to police parks for illegal smokers.... - [26-05-2012] Smoking bans gain in popularity across metro Atlanta
Norcross' economic development manager was concerned businesses might leave town. The police chief fretted about devoting officers to police parks for illegal smokers.... - [26-05-2012] Questions continue about air packs
Days after an Atlanta Journal-Constitution investigation revealed failures of the breathing devices that provide firefighters with clean air while battling fires, at least one city is re-examining the gear and the manufacturer is... - [26-05-2012] Dunwoody probe costs may climb
The investigation into leaks from a Feb. 3 closed city council meeting could cost Dunwoody residents twice as much as the $25,000 already reported, according to records obtained by The Atlanta Journal Constitution.... - [26-05-2012] Questions continue about air packs
Days after an Atlanta Journal-Constitution investigation revealed failures of the breathing devices that provide firefighters with clean air while battling fires, at least one city is re-examining the gear and the manufacturer is... - [26-05-2012] Atlanta woman, 66, reported missing
A Mattie's Call was issued Friday for a 66-year-old Atlanta woman who disappeared Monday, police said.... - [26-05-2012] Dunwoody probe costs may climb
The investigation into leaks from a Feb. 3 closed city council meeting could cost Dunwoody residents twice as much as the $25,000 already reported, according to records obtained by The Atlanta Journal Constitution.... - [26-05-2012] Atlanta woman, 66, reported missing
A Mattie's Call was issued Friday for a 66-year-old Atlanta woman who disappeared Monday, police said.... - [26-05-2012] County by county news for Saturday
COBB Cobb’s TSPLOST chat set for June 6 The Atlanta Regional Commission is hosting a series of telephone chats for residents in each of the 10 metro Atlanta counties about the upcoming regional transportation referendum.... - [26-05-2012] Woman files suit over wrongful jailing
An Atlanta woman on Friday filed suit against a host of defendants for being arrested by mistake and then spending 53 days in jail before finally being released.... - [26-05-2012] Woman files suit over wrongful jailing
An Atlanta woman on Friday filed suit against a host of defendants for being arrested by mistake and then spending 53 days in jail before finally being released.... - [25-05-2012] Qualifying ends, campaign begins
Competition for seats in the Georgia General Assembly continues to drop as there will be more than 20 fewer challenged races in November, according to an analysis of candidate qualifying by The Atlanta Journal Constitution.... - [25-05-2012] Cobb transportation referendum phone chat set for June 6
The Atlanta Regional Commission is hosting a series of telephone chats for residents in each of the 10 metro Atlanta counties about the upcoming regional transportation referendum.... - [25-05-2012] Police: Macon man stole from NASCAR drivers, crews
A Macon man is in a Florida jail, accused of stealing money and jewelry from victims at Atlanta Motor Speedway and other race tracks across the country.... - [25-05-2012] Cobb transportation referendum phone chat set for June 6
The Atlanta Regional Commission is hosting a series of telephone chats for residents in each of the 10 metro Atlanta counties about the upcoming regional transportation referendum.... - [25-05-2012] Women's clinics on heightened alert
Heightened fears about a series of burglaries and fires targeting abortion and OB-GYN clinics around metro Atlanta have triggered heightened security across the country.... - [25-05-2012] Police: Macon man stole from NASCAR drivers, crews
A Macon man is in a Florida jail, accused of stealing money and jewelry from victims at Atlanta Motor Speedway and other race tracks across the country.... - [25-05-2012] Women's clinics on heightened alert
Heightened fears about a series of burglaries and fires targeting abortion and OB-GYN clinics around metro Atlanta have triggered heightened security across the country.... - [25-05-2012] Season's first smog alert issued for metro Atlanta
Metro Atlanta's first smog alert of the year has been issued for Friday. According to the state's Clean Air Campaign, the "code orange" alert was issued because the predicted concentration of ground level ozone on Friday... - [25-05-2012] Women's clinics on heightened alert
Heightened fears about a series of burglaries and fires targeting abortion and OB-GYN clinics around metro Atlanta have triggered heightened security across the country.... - [25-05-2012] Free electric vehicle charging station to be christened in Grant Park
Atlanta City Councilwoman Carla Smith will dedicate Atlanta's first free Neighborhood Electric Vehicle Charging Station from 11 a.m.... - [25-05-2012] Women's clinics on heightened alert
Heightened fears about a series of burglaries and fires targeting abortion and OB-GYN clinics around metro Atlanta have triggered heightened security across the country.... - [25-05-2012] Season's first smog alert issued for metro Atlanta
Metro Atlanta's first smog alert of the year has been issued for Friday. According to the state's Clean Air Campaign, the "code orange" alert was issued because the predicted concentration of ground level ozone on Friday... - [25-05-2012] Free electric vehicle charging station to be christened in Grant Park
Atlanta City Councilwoman Carla Smith will dedicate Atlanta's first free Neighborhood Electric Vehicle Charging Station from 11 a.m.... - [25-05-2012] Season's first smog alert issued for metro Atlanta
Metro Atlanta's first smog alert of the year has been issued for Friday. According to the state's Clean Air Campaign, the "code orange" alert was issued because the predicted concentration of ground level ozone on Friday... - [25-05-2012] Metro Atlanta welcomes summer pool season
Memorial Day weekend -- with the school year done or nearly so, and the long days of summer stretched out in the horizon -- is the traditional start to the public pool season.... - [25-05-2012] Metro Atlanta welcomes summer pool season
Memorial Day weekend -- with the school year done or nearly so, and the long days of summer stretched out in the horizon -- is the traditional start to the public pool season.... - [25-05-2012] Metro Atlanta welcomes summer pool season
Memorial Day weekend -- with the school year done or nearly so, and the long days of summer stretched out in the horizon -- is the traditional start to the public pool season.... - [25-05-2012] Hall a no-show at APS cheating tribunal
It was teacher Camille Neely’s tribunal hearing Thursday, but retired Atlanta Public Schools Superintendent Beverly Hall was, in many ways, the star of the proceedings.... - [25-05-2012] Former Brian Nichols prosecutor arrested on drug charges
A former Fulton County prosecutor turned high-profile defense attorney was charged Thursday with intent to distribute methamphetamine and ecstasy, Atlanta police said in a statement.... - [25-05-2012] Hall a no-show at APS cheating tribunal
It was teacher Camille Neely’s tribunal hearing Thursday, but retired Atlanta Public Schools Superintendent Beverly Hall was, in many ways, the star of the proceedings.... - [25-05-2012] Former Brian Nichols prosecutor arrested on drug charges
A former Fulton County prosecutor turned high-profile defense attorney was charged Thursday with intent to distribute methamphetamine and ecstasy, Atlanta police said in a statement.... - [25-05-2012] New Atlanta terminal brings some frustrations
The Atlanta airport’s new international terminal has been open a week, and while it’s eased travel for some passengers, others are steamed about long waits to catch overwhelmed shuttle buses back to their parked cars or MARTA.... - [25-05-2012] Metro Atlanta welcomes summer pool season
Memorial Day weekend -- with the school year done or nearly so, and the long days of summer stretched out in the horizon -- is the traditional start to the public pool season.... - [25-05-2012] Robert Nix, 67: Original Atlanta Rhythm Section drummer
Although he left Atlanta in the 1980s, the beat went on for Robert Nix, the first drummer of the Atlanta Rhythm Section, a Southern rock band that had a number of hit records in the 1970s.... - [24-05-2012] Groups want Gov. Deal to appoint more black judges
ATLANTA - A coalition of civil rights and attorneys groups says African-American judges are disappearing from the bench in one of Georgia's most heavily-populated black counties and being replaced by white appointees.... - [24-05-2012] Man wanted in juvenile prostitution case arrested
A 26-year-old man wanted in Ohio for recruiting minors for sex acts was arrested Thursday by members of a joint task force of Atlanta police and the FBI, authorities said.... - [24-05-2012] Atlanta lawyer arrested on drug charges
A former Fulton County prosecutor has been arrested on drug and gun charges during a law enforcement sting, the Atlanta Police Department said.... - [24-05-2012] Groups want Gov. Deal to appoint more black judges
ATLANTA - A coalition of civil rights and attorneys groups says African-American judges are disappearing from the bench in one of Georgia's most heavily-populated black counties and being replaced by white appointees.... - [24-05-2012] Man wanted in juvenile prostitution case arrested
A 26-year-old man wanted in Ohio for recruiting minors for sex acts was arrested Thursday by members of a joint task force of Atlanta police and the FBI, authorities said.... - [24-05-2012] Atlanta lawyer arrested on drug charges
A former Fulton County prosecutor has been arrested on drug and gun charges during a law enforcement sting, the Atlanta Police Department said.... - [24-05-2012] Enrollment begins for APS single gender schools
Atlanta Public Schools is now accepting applications for single-gender academies. Parents of current APS students, and people who live outside of the city of Atlanta can apply in person until June 15 from 9 a.m.... - [24-05-2012] Father sentenced for stealing son's benefits
A federal judge in Atlanta this week sentenced a man who stole his son's Social Security benefits to 15 months in confinement.... - [24-05-2012] Enrollment begins for APS single gender schools
Atlanta Public Schools is now accepting applications for single-gender academies. Parents of current APS students, and people who live outside of the city of Atlanta can apply in person until June 15 from 9 a.m.... - [24-05-2012] Father sentenced for stealing son's benefits
A federal judge in Atlanta this week sentenced a man who stole his son's Social Security benefits to 15 months in confinement.... - [24-05-2012] Half of metro Atlanta mortgagees underwater
More than half of homeowners with a mortgage in metro Atlanta owe more than the house is worth, a new report says.... - [24-05-2012] Half of metro Atlanta mortgagees underwater
More than half of homeowners with a mortgage in metro Atlanta owe more than the house is worth, a new report says.... - [24-05-2012] Atlanta police scale back child abduction investigation
Atlanta police scaled back their investigation into a possible child abduction Wednesday night after the boy thought to be gone was found safe.... - [24-05-2012] Atlanta police scale back child abduction investigation
Atlanta police scaled back their investigation into a possible child abduction Wednesday night after the boy thought to be gone was found safe.... - [24-05-2012] Debate over T-SPLOST intensifies
The debate intensified this week over the July 31 sales tax referendum for transportation, in which voters in the 10-county Atlanta area will consider a 1 percent sales tax for projects in the region.... - [24-05-2012] Delta flight diverted due to engine trouble
A Delta flight to Atlanta landed safely in Phoenix on Wednesday afternoon after being diverted due to engine trouble.... - [24-05-2012] Atlanta park system scores below average
It might come as a surprise to the joggers in Piedmont Park or the dog-walkers around Chastain Park, but the city of Atlanta park system ranks below average.... - [24-05-2012] Atlanta police investigating possible child abduction
Police were looking for a missing child in southwest Atlanta late Wednesday afternoon. The preliminary information is that a juvenile said a friend was possibly abducted, Atlanta police said.... - [24-05-2012] Firing of Dobbs Elementary teacher upheld for aiding students on tests
The firing of a fifth teacher in the Atlanta Public Schools cheating scandal was upheld Wednesday by a tribunal.... - [24-05-2012] Atlanta gets $100,000 grant from Bank of America for summer youth work
Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed accepted a $100,000 Summer Youth Program Grant Award from Bank of America on Wednesday, May 23.... - [24-05-2012] Atlanta Civic Center gets utility upgrades, saves city $93,000
The city of Atlanta's Office of Sustainability and Atlanta Gas Light marked the completion of energy efficiency upgrades to the Boisfeuillet Jones Atlanta Civic Center on Wednesday, May 23.... - [24-05-2012] City of Atlanta named among "Best and Brightest" places to work
The National Association for Business Resources ranked the city of Atlanta among "Atlanta’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For." The association said city offered innovative benefits and desirable amenities.... - [24-05-2012] Delta flight diverted due to engine trouble
A Delta flight to Atlanta landed safely in Phoenix on Wednesday afternoon after being diverted due to engine trouble.... - [24-05-2012] Atlanta park system scores below average
It might come as a surprise to the joggers in Piedmont Park or the dog-walkers around Chastain Park, but the city of Atlanta park system ranks below average.... - [24-05-2012] Atlanta police investigating possible child abduction
Police were looking for a missing child in southwest Atlanta late Wednesday afternoon. The preliminary information is that a juvenile said a friend was possibly abducted, Atlanta police said.... - [24-05-2012] Firing of Dobbs Elementary teacher upheld for aiding students on tests
The firing of a fifth teacher in the Atlanta Public Schools cheating scandal was upheld Wednesday by a tribunal.... - [24-05-2012] Atlanta gets $100,000 grant from Bank of America for summer youth work
Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed accepted a $100,000 Summer Youth Program Grant Award from Bank of America on Wednesday, May 23.... - [24-05-2012] Atlanta Civic Center gets utility upgrades, saves city $93,000
The city of Atlanta's Office of Sustainability and Atlanta Gas Light marked the completion of energy efficiency upgrades to the Boisfeuillet Jones Atlanta Civic Center on Wednesday, May 23.... - [24-05-2012] City of Atlanta named among "Best and Brightest" places to work
The National Association for Business Resources ranked the city of Atlanta among "Atlanta’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For." The association said city offered innovative benefits and desirable amenities.... - [23-05-2012] Woman charged in fatal shooting in Atlanta
A woman was charged with murder Wednesday after a shooting in southwest Atlanta. The victim was shot around 11:30 p.m.... - [23-05-2012] Man charged with robbing pedestrians in Midtown
Atlanta and Georgia Tech police made a quick arrest Wednesday after an early morning pedestrian robbery.... - [23-05-2012] Woman charged in fatal shooting in Atlanta
A woman was charged with murder Wednesday after a shooting in southwest Atlanta. The victim was shot around 11:30 p.m.... - [23-05-2012] Man charged with robbing pedestrians in Midtown
Atlanta and Georgia Tech police made a quick arrest Wednesday after an early morning pedestrian robbery.... - [23-05-2012] Moores Mill water main repaired, road still closed
Crews completed repair work on a broken water main early Wednesday in northwest Atlanta. Moore's Mill Road between Peachtree Battle Avenue and Ridgewood Road, however, remained closed Wednesday, Department of Watershed Management... - [23-05-2012] Man shot and killed in southwest Atlanta
Atlanta police are investigating a fatal shooting that happened late Tuesday night in southwest Atlanta.... - [23-05-2012] Moores Mill water main repaired, road still closed
Crews completed repair work on a broken water main early Wednesday in northwest Atlanta. Moore's Mill Road between Peachtree Battle Avenue and Ridgewood Road, however, remained closed Wednesday, Department of Watershed Management... - [23-05-2012] Man shot and killed in southwest Atlanta
Atlanta police are investigating a fatal shooting that happened late Tuesday night in southwest Atlanta.... - [23-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Storms move out of area
Thunderstorms headed east out of the metro Atlanta area Tuesday night, giving way to cloudy skies and temperatures dipping to the low- to mid-60s by daybreak Wednesday.... - [23-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Storms move out of area
Thunderstorms headed east out of the metro Atlanta area Tuesday night, giving way to cloudy skies and temperatures dipping to the low- to mid-60s by daybreak Wednesday.... - [23-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Storms move out of area
Thunderstorms headed east out of the metro Atlanta area Tuesday night, giving way to cloudy skies and temperatures dipping to the low- to mid-60s by daybreak Wednesday.... - [23-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Storms move out of area
Thunderstorms headed east out of the metro Atlanta area Tuesday night, giving way to cloudy skies and temperatures dipping to the low- to mid-60s by daybreak Wednesday.... - [23-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Storms move out of area
Thunderstorms headed east out of the metro Atlanta area Tuesday night, giving way to cloudy skies and temperatures dipping to the low- to mid-60s by daybreak Wednesday.... - [23-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Storms move out of area
Thunderstorms headed east out of the metro Atlanta area Tuesday night, giving way to cloudy skies and temperatures dipping to the low- to mid-60s by daybreak Wednesday.... - [23-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Storms move out of area
Thunderstorms headed east out of the metro Atlanta area Tuesday night, giving way to cloudy skies and temperatures dipping to the low- to mid-60s by daybreak Wednesday.... - [23-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Tuesday night could be stormy
Residents in areas northeast and east of Atlanta should watch out for frequent lightning and the potential for dime-sized hail, according to a National Weather Service advisory issued Tuesday evening.... - [23-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Tuesday night could be stormy
Residents in areas northeast and east of Atlanta should watch out for frequent lightning and the potential for dime-sized hail, according to a National Weather Service advisory issued Tuesday evening.... - [23-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Tuesday night could be stormy
Residents in areas northeast and east of Atlanta should watch out for frequent lightning and the potential for dime-sized hail, according to a National Weather Service advisory issued Tuesday evening.... - [23-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Tuesday night could be stormy
Residents in areas northeast and east of Atlanta should watch out for frequent lightning and the potential for dime-sized hail, according to a National Weather Service advisory issued Tuesday evening.... - [23-05-2012] Sheep join the summer lineup at Chastain
Ewe won't believe the newest act to join the summer lineup at Atlanta's Chastain Park. White, fluffy, four-legged sheep, and handful of well-behaved goats.... - [23-05-2012] Crews working on water main break in NW Atlanta
Crews are working to repair a broken water main and to re-open a busy road in northwest Atlanta. Moore's Mill Road between Peachtree Battle Avenue and Ridgewood Road will be closed while repairs are being made, Department of... - [23-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Tuesday night could be stormy
Residents in areas northeast and east of Atlanta should watch out for frequent lightning and the potential for dime-sized hail, according to a National Weather Service advisory issued Tuesday evening.... - [23-05-2012] Sheep join the summer lineup at Chastain
Ewe won't believe the newest act to join the summer lineup at Atlanta's Chastain Park. White, fluffy, four-legged sheep, and handful of well-behaved goats.... - [23-05-2012] Crews working on water main break in NW Atlanta
Crews are working to repair a broken water main and to re-open a busy road in northwest Atlanta. Moore's Mill Road between Peachtree Battle Avenue and Ridgewood Road will be closed while repairs are being made, Department of... - [23-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Tuesday night could be stormy
Residents in areas northeast and east of Atlanta should watch out for frequent lightning and the potential for dime-sized hail, according to a National Weather Service advisory issued Tuesday evening.... - [23-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Tuesday night could be stormy
Residents in areas northeast and east of Atlanta should watch out for frequent lightning and the potential for dime-sized hail, according to a National Weather Service advisory issued Tuesday evening.... - [23-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Tuesday commute could be stormy
Strong thunderstorms could hit metro Atlanta during the Tuesday afternoon commute and later in the evening.... - [23-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Tuesday commute could be stormy
Strong thunderstorms could hit metro Atlanta during the Tuesday afternoon commute and later in the evening.... - [23-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Tuesday commute could be stormy
Strong thunderstorms could hit metro Atlanta during the Tuesday afternoon commute and later in the evening.... - [23-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Tuesday commute could be stormy
Strong thunderstorms could hit metro Atlanta during the Tuesday afternoon commute and later in the evening.... - [23-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Tuesday commute could be stormy
Strong thunderstorms could hit metro Atlanta during the Tuesday afternoon commute and later in the evening.... - [23-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Tuesday commute could be stormy
Strong thunderstorms could hit metro Atlanta during the Tuesday afternoon commute and later in the evening.... - [23-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Tuesday commute could be stormy
Strong thunderstorms could hit metro Atlanta during the Tuesday afternoon commute and later in the evening.... - [22-05-2012] Son of former principal charged with stealing retirement funds
The son of a former Atlanta high school principal has been indicted for allegedly collecting more than $50,000 of his father's retirement benefits after his death.... - [22-05-2012] 2 charged in pawn shop burglary
Two men were arrested and charged with burglarizing a Lakewood Avenue pawn shop Tuesday. Atlanta police spokeswoman Kim Jones said officers arrived at the Lakewood Pawn Shop just before 5 a.m.... - [22-05-2012] Son of former principal charged with stealing retirement funds
The son of a former Atlanta high school principal has been indicted for allegedly collecting more than $50,000 of his father's retirement benefits after his death.... - [22-05-2012] 2 charged in pawn shop burglary
Two men were arrested and charged with burglarizing a Lakewood Avenue pawn shop Tuesday. Atlanta police spokeswoman Kim Jones said officers arrived at the Lakewood Pawn Shop just before 5 a.m.... - [22-05-2012] Atlanta weather | "Better chance" for severe weather on Tuesday
Another wave of storms rolled across the metro area Monday evening, sparking lightning fires and leading to a rescue from a creek, and forecasters are warning of an even greater risk for storms Tuesday afternoon and evening.... - [22-05-2012] Atlanta weather | "Better chance" for severe weather on Tuesday
Another wave of storms rolled across the metro area Monday evening, sparking lightning fires and leading to a rescue from a creek, and forecasters are warning of an even greater risk for storms Tuesday afternoon and evening.... - [22-05-2012] Atlanta weather | "Better chance" for severe weather on Tuesday
Another wave of storms rolled across the metro area Monday evening, sparking lightning fires and leading to a rescue from a creek, and forecasters are warning of an even greater risk for storms Tuesday afternoon and evening.... - [22-05-2012] Atlanta weather | "Better chance" for severe weather on Tuesday
Another wave of storms rolled across the metro area Monday evening, sparking lightning fires and leading to a rescue from a creek, and forecasters are warning of an even greater risk for storms Tuesday afternoon and evening.... - [22-05-2012] Atlanta weather | "Better chance" for severe weather on Tuesday
Another wave of storms rolled across the metro area Monday evening, sparking lightning fires and leading to a rescue from a creek, and forecasters are warning of an even greater risk for storms Tuesday afternoon and evening.... - [22-05-2012] Lax enforcement in personal care homes
Deficiencies in care, living conditions and record-keeping have piled up in scores of Georgia personal care homes, with the state rarely shutting down violators or levying heavy fines, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution has found.... - [22-05-2012] Atlanta weather | "Better chance" for severe weather on Tuesday
Another wave of storms rolled across the metro area Monday evening, sparking lightning fires and leading to a rescue from a creek, and forecasters are warning of an even greater risk for storms Tuesday afternoon and evening.... - [22-05-2012] Atlanta weather | "Better chance" for severe weather on Tuesday
Another wave of storms rolled across the metro area Monday evening, sparking lightning fires and leading to a rescue from a creek, and forecasters are warning of an even greater risk for storms Tuesday afternoon and evening.... - [22-05-2012] Lax enforcement in personal care homes
Deficiencies in care, living conditions and record-keeping have piled up in scores of Georgia personal care homes, with the state rarely shutting down violators or levying heavy fines, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution has found.... - [22-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Storms spark lightning fires
Another wave of storms rolled across the metro area Monday evening, sparking lightning fires and leading to a rescue from a creek.... - [22-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Storms spark lightning fires
Another wave of storms rolled across the metro area Monday evening, sparking lightning fires and leading to a rescue from a creek.... - [22-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Storms spark lightning fires
Another wave of storms rolled across the metro area Monday evening, sparking lightning fires and leading to a rescue from a creek.... - [22-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Storms spark lightning fires
Another wave of storms rolled across the metro area Monday evening, sparking lightning fires and leading to a rescue from a creek.... - [22-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Storms spark lightning fires
Another wave of storms rolled across the metro area Monday evening, sparking lightning fires and leading to a rescue from a creek.... - [22-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Storms spark lightning fires
Another wave of storms rolled across the metro area Monday evening, sparking lightning fires and leading to a rescue from a creek.... - [22-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Storms spark lightning fires
Another wave of storms rolled across the metro area Monday evening, sparking lightning fires and leading to a rescue from a creek.... - [22-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Thunderstorms roll across metro area
Another wave of storms rolled across the metro area Monday evening, triggering weather warnings for the Atlanta and areas to the immediate north and east.... - [22-05-2012] Thunderstorms roll across metro Atlanta
Another wave of storms rolled across the metro area Monday evening, triggering weather warnings for the suburban areas north of Atlanta.... - [22-05-2012] Thunderstorms roll across metro Atlanta
Another wave of storms rolled across the metro area Monday evening, triggering weather warnings for the suburban areas north of Atlanta.... - [22-05-2012] Thunderstorms roll across metro Atlanta
Another wave of storms rolled across the metro area Monday evening, triggering weather warnings for the suburban areas north of Atlanta.... - [22-05-2012] Thunderstorms roll across metro Atlanta
Another wave of storms rolled across the metro area Monday evening, triggering weather warnings for the suburban areas north of Atlanta.... - [22-05-2012] Will sales tax shorten Atlanta commutes, reduce traffic?
If voters say yes to the July 31 sales tax referendum, they will trigger the biggest single transportation investment the Atlanta region has seen in generations.... - [22-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Thunderstorms roll across metro area
Another wave of storms rolled across the metro area Monday evening, triggering weather warnings for the Atlanta and areas to the immediate north and east.... - [22-05-2012] Thunderstorms roll across metro Atlanta
Another wave of storms rolled across the metro area Monday evening, triggering weather warnings for the suburban areas north of Atlanta.... - [22-05-2012] Will sales tax shorten Atlanta commutes, reduce traffic?
If voters say yes to the July 31 sales tax referendum, they will trigger the biggest single transportation investment the Atlanta region has seen in generations.... - [22-05-2012] Man may get $3M after fall on Atlanta sidewalk
A committee of Atlanta's City Council voted May 15 to authorize a $3 million settlement in a lawsuit filed by a blind man who tripped and fell on a city sidewalk.... - [22-05-2012] Buckhead Coalition publishes Buckhead Guidebook, donates ad revenue
The Buckhead Coalition is marking the eighteenth anniversary of its Buckhead Guidebook by donating $7,5000 in advertising revenue to three community organizations: the Atlanta History Center, Buckhead YMCA and Shepherd Center.... - [22-05-2012] Man may get $3M after fall on Atlanta sidewalk
A committee of Atlanta's City Council voted May 15 to authorize a $3 million settlement in a lawsuit filed by a blind man who tripped and fell on a city sidewalk.... - [22-05-2012] Buckhead Coalition publishes Buckhead Guidebook, donates ad revenue
The Buckhead Coalition is marking the eighteenth anniversary of its Buckhead Guidebook by donating $7,5000 in advertising revenue to three community organizations: the Atlanta History Center, Buckhead YMCA and Shepherd Center.... - [21-05-2012] Gov. Deal speaker for regional military luncheon
Gov. Nathan Deal will be the keynote speaker for the 60th annual Atlanta Regional Military Affairs Council Luncheon on Tuesday at the Cobb Galleria Centre.... - [21-05-2012] Bus driver injured in I-20 pile-up improving
A bus driver most who was seriously injured in Saturday's six-bus pileup on I-20 east of Atlanta is improving.... - [21-05-2012] Gov. Deal speaker for regional military luncheon
Gov. Nathan Deal will be the keynote speaker for the 60th annual Atlanta Regional Military Affairs Council Luncheon on Tuesday at the Cobb Galleria Centre.... - [21-05-2012] Bus driver injured in I-20 pile-up improving
A bus driver most who was seriously injured in Saturday's six-bus pileup on I-20 east of Atlanta is improving.... - [21-05-2012] Give Back
Ahimsa House When: Ongoing Where: Please contact Time: Flexible shifts Benefits: Shelter for animal victims of domestic violence Cost: Free Contact: 404-496-4038 Table Building When: Ongoing Where: Furniture Bank of Metro... - [21-05-2012] Storms rumble overnight, could pop up again Monday afternoon
Scattered but strong thunderstorms that prompted warnings for several metro Atlanta counties when they developed Sunday evening continued throughout the night, and forecasters are predicting a good chance of more storms later in the... - [21-05-2012] Storms rumble overnight, could pop up again Monday afternoon
Scattered but strong thunderstorms that prompted warnings for several metro Atlanta counties when they developed Sunday evening continued throughout the night, and forecasters are predicting a good chance of more storms later in the... - [21-05-2012] Storms rumble overnight, could pop up again Monday afternoon
Scattered but strong thunderstorms that prompted warnings for several metro Atlanta counties when they developed Sunday evening continued throughout the night, and forecasters are predicting a good chance of more storms later in the... - [21-05-2012] Storms rumble overnight, could pop up again Monday afternoon
Scattered but strong thunderstorms that prompted warnings for several metro Atlanta counties when they developed Sunday evening continued throughout the night, and forecasters are predicting a good chance of more storms later in the... - [21-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Expect to soak up more sunshine
Metro Atlantans will continue to soak in plenty of sunshine and warm temperatures on Monday, although an isolated shower or storm is possible.... - [20-05-2012] Commute can add unwanted pounds
Carl Wells sat in traffic for as much as an hour driving home from work every day when he first moved to Atlanta five years ago.... - [20-05-2012] Will sales tax shorten Atlanta commutes, reduce traffic?
If voters say yes to the July 31 sales tax referendum, they will trigger the biggest single transportation investment the Atlanta region has seen in generations.... - [20-05-2012] Commute can add unwanted pounds
Carl Wells sat in traffic for as much as an hour driving home from work every day when he first moved to Atlanta five years ago.... - [20-05-2012] Will sales tax shorten Atlanta commutes, reduce traffic?
If voters say yes to the July 31 sales tax referendum, they will trigger the biggest single transportation investment the Atlanta region has seen in generations.... - [20-05-2012] Sunny Sunday awaits metro Atlanta
More sunshine and warm temperatures are expected Sunday, although an isolated shower or storm is possible.... - [19-05-2012] Arrest made in fatal SW Atlanta shooting
A suspect was arrested Friday in the fatal shooting of a man in southwest Atlanta last month. Cartez Dwayne Tye was taken into custody for allegedly killing Delance Blunt, Atlanta police said.... - [19-05-2012] Arrest made in fatal SW Atlanta shooting
A suspect was arrested Friday in the fatal shooting of a man in southwest Atlanta last month. Cartez Dwayne Tye was taken into custody for allegedly killing Delance Blunt, Atlanta police said.... - [19-05-2012] Police investigate NW Atlanta shooting death
Police are investigating the shooting death of a northwest Atlanta man early Friday afternoon. Around noon, police responded to a report of shots fired at a boarding house in the 800 block of North Avenue.... - [19-05-2012] Man's family to canvass scene of 2010 fatal shooting
The family of a native southwest Atlanta man killed two years ago when he returned home is asking for help solving the crime.... - [19-05-2012] Life sentence in drug broker's killing
Four years after an Atlanta man who brokered a sizable marijuana deal was gunned down, the second of two buyers who turned on him now faces life behind bars, Fulton County prosecutors said Friday.... - [19-05-2012] Former APS testing coordinator awaits her fate
And now, she waits. Vanessa Jackson's 12-year career in education and her good name in that field lie in the hands of three tribunal members now that the Atlanta Public School system has laid out its case that Jackson knew or should... - [19-05-2012] Police investigate NW Atlanta shooting death
Police are investigating the shooting death of a northwest Atlanta man early Friday afternoon. Around noon, police responded to a report of shots fired at a boarding house in the 800 block of North Avenue.... - [19-05-2012] Man's family to canvass scene of 2010 fatal shooting
The family of a native southwest Atlanta man killed two years ago when he returned home is asking for help solving the crime.... - [19-05-2012] Life sentence in drug broker's killing
Four years after an Atlanta man who brokered a sizable marijuana deal was gunned down, the second of two buyers who turned on him now faces life behind bars, Fulton County prosecutors said Friday.... - [19-05-2012] Former APS testing coordinator awaits her fate
And now, she waits. Vanessa Jackson's 12-year career in education and her good name in that field lie in the hands of three tribunal members now that the Atlanta Public School system has laid out its case that Jackson knew or should... - [18-05-2012] Chase of Sandy Springs robbery suspects ends in crash
Sandy Springs police chased several robbery suspects around I-285 late Friday morning before the suspects wrecked in northwest Atlanta.... - [18-05-2012] Chase of Sandy Springs robbery suspects ends in crash
Sandy Springs police chased several robbery suspects around I-285 late Friday morning before the suspects wrecked in northwest Atlanta.... - [18-05-2012] Weekend weather to be perfect for slew of outdoor concerts
The weather will be just about perfect for an outdoor concert on Saturday, and metro Atlanta music lovers will have several to choose from.... - [18-05-2012] Chase of Sandy Springs robbery suspects ends in crash
Sandy Springs police chased several robbery suspects around I-285 late Friday morning before the suspects wrecked in northwest Atlanta.... - [18-05-2012] Chase of Sandy Springs robbery suspects ends in crash
Sandy Springs police chased several robbery suspects around I-285 late Friday morning before the suspects wrecked in northwest Atlanta.... - [18-05-2012] Chase of Sandy Springs robbery suspects ends in crash
Sandy Springs police chased several robbery suspects around I-285 late Friday morning before the suspects wrecked in northwest Atlanta.... - [18-05-2012] Weekend weather to be perfect for slew of outdoor concerts
The weather will be just about perfect for an outdoor concert on Saturday, and metro Atlanta music lovers will have several to choose from.... - [18-05-2012] Weekend weather to be perfect for slew of outdoor concerts
The weather will be just about perfect for an outdoor concert on Saturday, and metro Atlanta music lovers will have several to choose from.... - [18-05-2012] Edmondson to take senior status on appeals court
Judge J.L. "Larry" Edmondson has told President Barack Obama he will take senior status on July 15, opening up another vacancy on the federal appeals court in Atlanta.... - [18-05-2012] Police: Knife-wielding motorist shot by officer during traffic stop
Atlanta police are investigating an officer-involved shooting Friday on Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway.... - [18-05-2012] Edmondson to take senior status on appeals court
Judge J.L. "Larry" Edmondson has told President Barack Obama he will take senior status on July 15, opening up another vacancy on the federal appeals court in Atlanta.... - [18-05-2012] Police: Knife-wielding motorist shot by officer during traffic stop
Atlanta police are investigating an officer-involved shooting Friday on Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway.... - [18-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Another round of storms possible on Friday
Parts of metro Atlanta could see a repeat Friday of strong storms similar to those that left scattered damage across the area Thursday evening.... - [18-05-2012] Governor's appointee quits over state lease
A member of the State Properties Commission resigned Thursday after The Atlanta Journal-Constitution discovered he signed a $1.4 million deal to lease office space to the state while serving on the panel.... - [18-05-2012] Governor's appointee quits over state lease
A member of the State Properties Commission resigned Thursday after The Atlanta Journal-Constitution discovered he signed a $1.4 million deal to lease office space to the state while serving on the panel.... - [18-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Another round of storms possible on Friday
Parts of metro Atlanta could see a repeat Friday of strong storms similar to those that left scattered damage across the area Thursday evening.... - [18-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Another round of storms possible on Friday
Parts of metro Atlanta could see a repeat Friday of strong storms similar to those that left scattered damage across the area Thursday evening.... - [18-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Another round of storms possible on Friday
Parts of metro Atlanta could see a repeat Friday of strong storms similar to those that left scattered damage across the area Thursday evening.... - [18-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Another round of storms possible on Friday
Parts of metro Atlanta could see a repeat Friday of strong storms similar to those that left scattered damage across the area Thursday evening.... - [18-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Storms move through metro area
Strong storms with scattered heavy hail moved through the metro Atlanta area Thursday night. Hail up to the size of quarters fell in Cobb County and parts of north Fulton County, Channel 2 Action News reported.... - [18-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Storms move through metro area
Strong storms with scattered heavy hail moved through the metro Atlanta area Thursday night. Hail up to the size of quarters fell in Cobb County and parts of north Fulton County, Channel 2 Action News reported.... - [18-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Storms move through metro area
Strong storms with scattered heavy hail moved through the metro Atlanta area Thursday night. Hail up to the size of quarters fell in Cobb County and parts of north Fulton County, Channel 2 Action News reported.... - [18-05-2012] Man accused of selling other people's ‘junk' cars to recyclers
A 26-year-old man was arrested Thursday for allegedly selling "junk" cars he didn't own to recycling companies, Atlanta police said.... - [18-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Storms move through metro area
Strong storms with scattered heavy hail moved through the metro Atlanta area Thursday night. Hail up to the size of quarters fell in Cobb County and parts of north Fulton County, Channel 2 Action News reported.... - [18-05-2012] Man accused of selling other people's ‘junk' cars to recyclers
A 26-year-old man was arrested Thursday for allegedly selling "junk" cars he didn't own to recycling companies, Atlanta police said.... - [18-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Storms move through metro area
Strong storms with scattered heavy hail moved through the metro Atlanta area Thursday night. Hail up to the size of quarters fell in Cobb County and parts of north Fulton County, Channel 2 Action News reported.... - [18-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Storms move through metro area
Strong storms with scattered heavy hail moved through the metro Atlanta area Thursday night. Hail up to the size of quarters fell in Cobb County and parts of north Fulton County, Channel 2 Action News reported.... - [17-05-2012] Motorist slams into patrol car on I-20
All eastbound lanes of I-20 in downtown Atlanta were closed for over an hour Thursday morning after a Georgia State Patrol cruiser was struck by another vehicle.... - [17-05-2012] French students looking for host families in Atlanta this summer
A group of 25 French students are visiting Atlanta as part of a cultural exchange program and are searching for host families to house them.... - [17-05-2012] Motorist slams into patrol car on I-20
All eastbound lanes of I-20 in downtown Atlanta were closed for over an hour Thursday morning after a Georgia State Patrol cruiser was struck by another vehicle.... - [17-05-2012] French students looking for host families in Atlanta this summer
A group of 25 French students are visiting Atlanta as part of a cultural exchange program and are searching for host families to house them.... - [17-05-2012] Give Back
Food Bank Can Sorting When: May 22 Where: Atlanta Community Food Bank Time: 6 – 8 p.m.... - [17-05-2012] Marching 100's ban sends a bad note to Atlanta Football Classic
The extended suspension of Florida A&M University’s famed yet troubled marching band has the Atlanta Football Classic scrambling for a halftime replacement.... - [17-05-2012] Marching 100's ban sends a bad note to Atlanta Football Classic
The extended suspension of Florida A&M University’s famed yet troubled marching band has the Atlanta Football Classic scrambling for a halftime replacement.... - [17-05-2012] Marching 100's ban sends a bad note to Atlanta Football Classic
The extended suspension of Florida A&M University’s famed yet troubled marching band has the Atlanta Football Classic scrambling for a halftime replacement.... - [17-05-2012] Manhunt continues for drive-in shooter
Police continue to search for a man accused shooting a drive-in moviegoer Monday night in Atlanta.... - [17-05-2012] Manhunt continues for drive-in shooter
Police continue to search for a man accused shooting a drive-in moviegoer Monday night in Atlanta.... - [17-05-2012] Two arrested after robbery of SunTrust bank in northwest Atlanta
Two suspects were in custody following a bank robbery Wednesday morning in northwest Atlanta. The SunTrust branch on Chattahoochee Avenue at Defoor Place was robbed just before 9:30 a.m., according to Atlanta police.... - [17-05-2012] Two arrested after robbery of SunTrust bank in northwest Atlanta
Two suspects were in custody following a bank robbery Wednesday morning in northwest Atlanta. The SunTrust branch on Chattahoochee Avenue at Defoor Place was robbed just before 9:30 a.m., according to Atlanta police.... - [16-05-2012] Dunbar Elementary teacher resigns amid cheating allegations
Pamela Cleveland, a Dunbar Elementary School teacher accused of erasing student answers on the 2009 Criterion-Referenced Competency Test, resigned today, said Keith Bromery, spokesman for Atlanta Public Schools.... - [16-05-2012] New international terminal up and running
Atlanta's new $1.4 billion international terminal is up and running, with passengers checking in for international flights in the spacious new departures hall and others arriving at the facility from foreign countries.... - [16-05-2012] One arrested after robbery of SunTrust bank in northwest Atlanta
One person was in custody following a bank robbery Wednesday morning in northwest Atlanta. The SunTrust branch on Chattahoochee Avenue at Defoor Place was robbed just before 9:30 a.m., according to Atlanta police.... - [16-05-2012] Dunbar Elementary teacher resigns amid cheating allegations
Pamela Cleveland, a Dunbar Elementary School teacher accused of erasing student answers on the 2009 Criterion-Referenced Competency Test, resigned today, said Keith Bromery, spokesman for Atlanta Public Schools.... - [16-05-2012] One arrested after robbery of SunTrust bank in northwest Atlanta
One person was in custody following a bank robbery Wednesday morning in northwest Atlanta. The SunTrust branch on Chattahoochee Avenue at Defoor Place was robbed just before 9:30 a.m., according to Atlanta police.... - [16-05-2012] Douglasville mayor nixes Sunday sales vote
While most metro Atlanta jurisdictions have overturned Sunday sales bans with little fanfare, a heated battle has been brewing over the issue in Douglas County.... - [16-05-2012] A new terminal's bumpy ride to reality
On a stage beneath a Swarovski crystal chandelier in the Atlanta airport’s new international terminal, city leaders past and present gathered recently to laud the complex, which opens today.... - [16-05-2012] New terminal to boost Atlanta's economy and cachet
How critical is Hartsfield-Jackson to Atlanta’s economy? “Without it, we’d be Birmingham.... - [16-05-2012] Douglasville mayor nixes Sunday sales vote
While most metro Atlanta jurisdictions have overturned Sunday sales bans with little fanfare, a heated battle has been brewing over the issue in Douglas County.... - [16-05-2012] A new terminal's bumpy ride to reality
On a stage beneath a Swarovski crystal chandelier in the Atlanta airport’s new international terminal, city leaders past and present gathered recently to laud the complex, which opens today.... - [16-05-2012] New terminal to boost Atlanta's economy and cachet
How critical is Hartsfield-Jackson to Atlanta’s economy? “Without it, we’d be Birmingham.... - [16-05-2012] Woman went to buy shampoo, left child home alone, cops say
A Milton woman was arrested and charged with reckless conduct after allegedly she left her 4-year-old child by himself when she went to a Target to buy shampoo -- the second reported instance this week of young children being left... - [16-05-2012] Woman went to buy shampoo, left child home alone, cops say
A Milton woman was arrested and charged with reckless conduct after allegedly she left her 4-year-old child by himself when she went to a Target to buy shampoo -- the second reported instance this week of young children being left... - [16-05-2012] Atlanta residents surveyed on city services, give fire department high marks
Atlanta residents surveyed on their satisfaction with city services gave the Fire Rescue Department the highest marks, with 85 percent positive feedback on average.... - [16-05-2012] Boulevard "community cleanup" scheduled for Saturday, May 19
Atlanta City Councilmember Kwanza Hall is inviting Atlantans to a "grand community cleanup" focused on Boulevard on Saturday, May 19.... - [16-05-2012] Perkerson Park splash pad grand opening set for Saturday, May 19
Atlanta City Councilwoman Joyce M. Sheperd, the city's public safety agencies and Atlanta BeltLine Inc.... - [16-05-2012] Atlanta residents surveyed on city services, give fire department high marks
Atlanta residents surveyed on their satisfaction with city services gave the Fire Rescue Department the highest marks, with 85 percent positive feedback on average.... - [16-05-2012] Boulevard "community cleanup" scheduled for Saturday, May 19
Atlanta City Councilmember Kwanza Hall is inviting Atlantans to a "grand community cleanup" focused on Boulevard on Saturday, May 19.... - [16-05-2012] Perkerson Park splash pad grand opening set for Saturday, May 19
Atlanta City Councilwoman Joyce M. Sheperd, the city's public safety agencies and Atlanta BeltLine Inc.... - [16-05-2012] Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed in Paris to discuss urban development
Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed is participating in two panel discussions during the New Cities Summit this week in Paris.... - [16-05-2012] Fun amongst the living at Historic Oakland Cemetery
Outside the shoulder-high red brick walls of Atlanta’s Historic Oakland Cemetery with its 125-year-old monuments and tombstones peeking out, one’s imagination about the other side can get the best of them.... - [16-05-2012] Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed in Paris to discuss urban development
Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed is participating in two panel discussions during the New Cities Summit this week in Paris.... - [16-05-2012] Fun amongst the living at Historic Oakland Cemetery
Outside the shoulder-high red brick walls of Atlanta’s Historic Oakland Cemetery with its 125-year-old monuments and tombstones peeking out, one’s imagination about the other side can get the best of them.... - [15-05-2012] Two reportedly shot in West End
Atlanta police were on the scene of a double shooting late Tuesday morning in West End. The shooting was reported shortly after 11 a.m.... - [15-05-2012] Go Red program celebrates heart disease survivors
Mother's Day may have passed, but women still have a lot to celebrate. The Metro Atlanta American Heart Association is asking relatives of women who have survived heart disease are asked to post a one-to-three minute video that tells... - [15-05-2012] Fire doused at house near Lakewood Fairgrounds
No injuries were reported Tuesday in a predawn house fire in southeast Atlanta. Fire crews found heavy smoke coming from the one-story frame house on Claire Drive near Lakewood Avenue around 6:30 a.m., according to Atlanta fire Battalion... - [15-05-2012] Two reportedly shot in West End
Atlanta police were on the scene of a double shooting late Tuesday morning in West End. The shooting was reported shortly after 11 a.m.... - [15-05-2012] Go Red program celebrates heart disease survivors
Mother's Day may have passed, but women still have a lot to celebrate. The Metro Atlanta American Heart Association is asking relatives of women who have survived heart disease are asked to post a one-to-three minute video that tells... - [15-05-2012] Fire doused at house near Lakewood Fairgrounds
No injuries were reported Tuesday in a predawn house fire in southeast Atlanta. Fire crews found heavy smoke coming from the one-story frame house on Claire Drive near Lakewood Avenue around 6:30 a.m., according to Atlanta fire Battalion... - [15-05-2012] APS board approves plan to cut nearly 500 jobs
Atlanta Public Schools could shed nearly 500 positions next year in an effort to cut spending by $47 million.... - [15-05-2012] APS board approves plan to cut nearly 500 jobs
Atlanta Public Schools could shed nearly 500 positions next year in an effort to cut spending by $47 million.... - [15-05-2012] APS may shed 475 positions next school year
Atlanta Public Schools could shed nearly 500 positions next year in an effort to cut spending by $47 million.... - [15-05-2012] APS may shed 475 positions next school year
Atlanta Public Schools could shed nearly 500 positions next year in an effort to cut spending by $47 million.... - [14-05-2012] United Way names new Clayton fundraising chairman
Alphonso Ogbuehi, dean of the school of business at Clayton State University, will lead the 2012-2013 fundraising effort for the United Way of Metropolitan Atlanta in Clayton County.... - [14-05-2012] Mother charged after three small children left alone in apartment
A northwest Atlanta woman is facing cruelty to children charges for allegedly leaving three small children ranging in age from 8 months to 2 years old alone in an apartment.... - [14-05-2012] Atlanta's Phoenix Award given to "microcredit" champion Muhammad Yunus
Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed presented a Phoenix Award, the city's highest honor, to Dr. Muhammad Yunus, a Bangladeshi banker and economist who won the 2006 Nobel Peace Prize for championing "microcredit" -- small loans given to poor... - [14-05-2012] United Way names new Clayton fundraising chairman
Alphonso Ogbuehi, dean of the school of business at Clayton State University, will lead the 2012-2013 fundraising effort for the United Way of Metropolitan Atlanta in Clayton County.... - [14-05-2012] Mother charged after three small children left alone in apartment
A northwest Atlanta woman is facing cruelty to children charges for allegedly leaving three small children ranging in age from 8 months to 2 years old alone in an apartment.... - [14-05-2012] Atlanta's Phoenix Award given to "microcredit" champion Muhammad Yunus
Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed presented a Phoenix Award, the city's highest honor, to Dr. Muhammad Yunus, a Bangladeshi banker and economist who won the 2006 Nobel Peace Prize for championing "microcredit" -- small loans given to poor... - [14-05-2012] Starbucks' Volunteers Renovate Centers of Hope
When Terri Vish learned about Atlanta’s Centers of Hope, she was transported back to her childhood in Louisville, Ky.... - [14-05-2012] Atlanta leaders kick off Older Atlantans Month
In honor of Older Atlantans Month, Mayor Kasim Reed kicked off a celebration on Monday, May 7 at City Hall to pay tribute to Atlanta’s senior citizens.... - [14-05-2012] Man charged in Atlanta shooting death
A suspect has been arrested and charged in the shooting death of an Atlanta man last week. Atlanta police officers responded to a shooting Wednesday in the 600 block of Jett Street, where they found Eugene Stinchcomb, 47, suffering from a... - [14-05-2012] Judge rules largely for GSU in copyright case
In a closely watched case by academia and publishers, a federal judge in Atlanta has ruled in favor of Georgia State University on almost all copyright infringement claims files by three publishing houses.... - [14-05-2012] Police: Three small children left alone in Atlanta apartment
Police were investigating an incident early Monday where three small children were found alone at an apartment complex in northwest Atlanta.... - [14-05-2012] Atlanta leaders kick off Older Atlantans Month
In honor of Older Atlantans Month, Mayor Kasim Reed kicked off a celebration on Monday, May 7 at City Hall to pay tribute to Atlanta’s senior citizens.... - [14-05-2012] Man charged in Atlanta shooting death
A suspect has been arrested and charged in the shooting death of an Atlanta man last week. Atlanta police officers responded to a shooting Wednesday in the 600 block of Jett Street, where they found Eugene Stinchcomb, 47, suffering from a... - [14-05-2012] Judge rules largely for GSU in copyright case
In a closely watched case by academia and publishers, a federal judge in Atlanta has ruled in favor of Georgia State University on almost all copyright infringement claims files by three publishing houses.... - [14-05-2012] Police: Three small children left alone in Atlanta apartment
Police were investigating an incident early Monday where three small children were found alone at an apartment complex in northwest Atlanta.... - [14-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Chance of rain through Wednesday
Rain that was heavy at times on Sunday had diminished to mostly drizzle by the Monday morning commute, but a chance of showers remains in the forecast through midweek.... - [14-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Chance of rain through Wednesday
Rain that was heavy at times on Sunday had diminished to mostly drizzle by the Monday morning commute, but a chance of showers remains in the forecast through midweek.... - [14-05-2012] Metro foreclosure notices holding steady
Foreclosure notices in metro Atlanta during May held steady, avoiding both the longed-for decline and a feared second wave of rising numbers.... - [14-05-2012] Metro foreclosure notices holding steady
Foreclosure notices in metro Atlanta during May held steady, avoiding both the longed-for decline and a feared second wave of rising numbers.... - [14-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Chance of rain through Wednesday
Rain that was heavy at times on Sunday had diminished to mostly drizzle by the Monday morning commute, but a chance of showers remains in the forecast through midweek.... - [14-05-2012] Metro foreclosure notices holding steady
Foreclosure notices in metro Atlanta during May held steady, avoiding both the longed-for decline and a feared second wave of rising numbers.... - [14-05-2012] Metro foreclosure notices holding steady
Foreclosure notices in metro Atlanta during May held steady, avoiding both the longed-for decline and a feared second wave of rising numbers.... - [14-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Chance of rain through Wednesday
Rain that was heavy at times on Sunday had diminished to mostly drizzle by the Monday morning commute, but a chance of showers remains in the forecast through midweek.... - [14-05-2012] Metro foreclosure notices holding steady
Foreclosure notices in metro Atlanta during May held steady, avoiding both the longed-for decline and a feared second wave of rising numbers.... - [14-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Chance of rain through Wednesday
Rain that was heavy at times on Sunday had diminished to mostly drizzle by the Monday morning commute, but a chance of showers remains in the forecast through midweek.... - [14-05-2012] Metro foreclosure notices holding steady
Foreclosure notices in metro Atlanta during May held steady, avoiding both the longed-for decline and a feared second wave of rising numbers.... - [14-05-2012] Metro foreclosure notices holding steady
Foreclosure notices in metro Atlanta during May held steady, avoiding both the longed-for decline and a feared second wave of rising numbers.... - [14-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Chance of rain through Wednesday
Rain that was heavy at times on Sunday had diminished to mostly drizzle by the Monday morning commute, but a chance of showers remains in the forecast through midweek.... - [14-05-2012] Metro foreclosure notices holding steady
Foreclosure notices in metro Atlanta during May held steady, avoiding both the longed-for decline and a feared second wave of rising numbers.... - [14-05-2012] Ebenezer pastor says gay marriage shouldn't be single election issue
At the very end of his Mother's Day sermon, Rev. Raphael Warnock, pastor of the historic Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta, broached the subject of gay marriage on Sunday. Warnock said he had been asked where he stands and... - [14-05-2012] Ebenezer pastor says gay marriage shouldn't be single election issue
At the very end of his Mother's Day sermon, Rev. Raphael Warnock, pastor of the historic Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta, broached the subject of gay marriage on Sunday. Warnock said he had been asked where he stands and... - [14-05-2012] Simone Watson, 22: Clark Atlanta student loved finance
Whatever the task, Simone Watson was up for the challenge. The Clark Atlanta University graduate student was so driven, friends and family would feel compelled to hop on and take the ride with her.... - [13-05-2012] Atlanta weather | A rainy Mother's Day
One present mom might appreciate is a nice big umbrella this Mother's Day as rain, heavy at times, drenches metro Atlanta throughout most of the day and Monday. There is also a risk of... - [13-05-2012] Atlanta weather | A rainy Mother's Day
One present mom might appreciate is a nice big umbrella this Mother's Day as rain, heavy at times, drenches metro Atlanta throughout most of the day and Monday. There is also a risk of... - [13-05-2012] Atlanta weather | A rainy Mother's Day
One present mom might appreciate is a nice big umbrella this Mother's Day as rain, heavy at times, drenches metro Atlanta throughout most of the day and Monday. There is also a risk of... - [13-05-2012] Atlanta weather | A rainy Mother's Day
One present mom might appreciate is a nice big umbrella this Mother's Day as rain, heavy at times, drenches metro Atlanta throughout most of the day and Monday. There is also a risk of... - [13-05-2012] Atlanta weather | A rainy Mother's Day
One present mom might appreciate is a nice big umbrella this Mother's Day as rain, heavy at times, drenches metro Atlanta throughout most of the day and Monday. There is also a risk of... - [13-05-2012] Scattered showers for metro Atlanta
Rain could put a damper on outdoor events, spring festivals and Mother's Day activities. A ban of showers Saturday extended from the Tennessee line southward through metro Atlanta and down to Moultrie and Tifton, Ga., moving... - [13-05-2012] Mayor Reed travels to Paris urban development summit
Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed is racking up the frequent flyer miles. The mayor will make his second trip to Paris since taking office for the New Cities Summit, a global gathering on urban development.... - [13-05-2012] Atlanta mayor honors "Father of Microcredit" Yunus
Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed has presented Muhammad Yunus with a Phoenix Award. Yunus, the 2006 Nobel Peace Prize Winner and so-called "Father of Microcredit," was honored Friday at City Hall.... - [13-05-2012] President Obama to return to Atlanta in June
President Barack Obama will return to Atlanta in June for a series of fund raisers, according to a preliminary invitation obtained by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution.... - [13-05-2012] Scattered showers for metro Atlanta
Rain could put a damper on outdoor events, spring festivals and Mother's Day activities. A ban of showers Saturday extended from the Tennessee line southward through metro Atlanta and down to Moultrie and Tifton, Ga., moving... - [13-05-2012] Mayor Reed travels to Paris urban development summit
Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed is racking up the frequent flyer miles. The mayor will make his second trip to Paris since taking office for the New Cities Summit, a global gathering on urban development.... - [13-05-2012] Atlanta mayor honors "Father of Microcredit" Yunus
Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed has presented Muhammad Yunus with a Phoenix Award. Yunus, the 2006 Nobel Peace Prize Winner and so-called "Father of Microcredit," was honored Friday at City Hall.... - [13-05-2012] Clarence ‘Clancy' Ridley, 69, lawyer and former chairman of Haverty's
Clancy Ridley wore two notable hats as one of Atlanta’s top businessmen -- as chairman of Haverty’s furniture stores and as a senior partner with the King & Spalding law firm.... - [13-05-2012] President Obama to return to Atlanta in June
President Barack Obama will return to Atlanta in June for a series of fund raisers, according to a preliminary invitation obtained by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution.... - [13-05-2012] Scattered showers for metro Atlanta
Rain could put a damper on outdoor events, spring festivals and Mother's Day activities. A ban of showers Saturday extended from the Tennessee line southward through metro Atlanta and down to Moultrie and Tifton, Ga., moving... - [13-05-2012] Mayor Reed travels to Paris urban development summit
Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed is racking up the frequent flyer miles. The mayor will make his second trip to Paris since taking office for the New Cities Summit, a global gathering on urban development.... - [13-05-2012] Atlanta mayor honors "Father of Microcredit" Yunus
Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed has presented Muhammad Yunus with a Phoenix Award. Yunus, the 2006 Nobel Peace Prize Winner and so-called "Father of Microcredit," was honored Friday at City Hall.... - [13-05-2012] Clarence ‘Clancy' Ridley, 69, lawyer and former chairman of Haverty's
Clancy Ridley wore two notable hats as one of Atlanta’s top businessmen -- as chairman of Haverty’s furniture stores and as a senior partner with the King & Spalding law firm.... - [13-05-2012] Scattered showers for metro Atlanta
Rain could put a damper on outdoor events, spring festivals and Mother's Day activities. A ban of showers Saturday extended from the Tennessee line southward through metro Atlanta and down to Moultrie and Tifton, Ga., moving... - [13-05-2012] Scattered showers for metro Atlanta
Rain could put a damper on outdoor events, spring festivals and Mother's Day activities. A ban of showers Saturday extended from the Tennessee line southward through metro Atlanta and down to Moultrie and Tifton, Ga., moving... - [12-05-2012] Test coordinator accused of ‘ultimate betrayal' of students
A Slater Elementary School teacher allowed her colleagues to cheat as they erased stray marks on 2009 state exam sheets, resulting in the "ultimate betrayal" of students, an Atlanta Public Schools lawyer said at the... - [12-05-2012] NBA says foul called incorrectly against Celtics
The NBA says a foul against Boston with 3.1 seconds left in Atlanta's season-ending loss on Thursday should have been called sooner, which would have given the Hawks a free throw instead of just the ball out of bounds.... - [12-05-2012] TSA seizes 2 guns on same day at Atlanta airport
In the latest instance of two handguns showing up at security checkpoints on the same day at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, a pair of travelers Friday found themselves diverted to Clayton County Jail, authorities said.... - [12-05-2012] Test coordinator accused of ‘ultimate betrayal' of students
A Slater Elementary School teacher allowed her colleagues to cheat as they erased stray marks on 2009 state exam sheets, resulting in the "ultimate betrayal" of students, an Atlanta Public Schools lawyer said at the... - [12-05-2012] Racketeering expert aiding APS investigation
The state's leading expert in racketeering prosecutions has been hired by Fulton County District Attorney Paul Howard to assist in the ongoing investigation into test cheating at Atlanta Public Schools, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution has... - [12-05-2012] TSA seizes 2 guns on same day at Atlanta airport
In the latest instance of two handguns showing up at security checkpoints on the same day at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, a pair of travelers Friday found themselves diverted to Clayton County Jail, authorities said.... - [12-05-2012] Test coordinator accused of ‘ultimate betrayal' of students
A Slater Elementary School teacher allowed her colleagues to cheat as they erased stray marks on 2009 state exam sheets, resulting in the "ultimate betrayal" of students, an Atlanta Public Schools lawyer said at the... - [12-05-2012] Racketeering expert aiding APS investigation
The state's leading expert in racketeering prosecutions has been hired by Fulton County District Attorney Paul Howard to assist in the ongoing investigation into test cheating at Atlanta Public Schools, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution has... - [12-05-2012] TSA seizes 2 guns on same day at Atlanta airport
In the latest instance of two handguns showing up at security checkpoints on the same day at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, a pair of travelers Friday found themselves diverted to Clayton County Jail, authorities said.... - [12-05-2012] Test coordinator faces firing in Atlanta cheating scandal
A Slater Elementary School teacher accused of allowing her colleagues to cheat as they erased stray marks on 2009 state exam sheets faced a termination hearing Friday.... - [12-05-2012] Detention center owner won't oppose bankruptcy
The Atlanta-based company that owns a financially struggling detention center in South Georgia is not opposing the bankruptcy proceedings its creditors have forced on the Irwin County Detention Center.... - [12-05-2012] Custodians latest casualty of cutbacks in Atlanta schools
Facing a budget crunch, Atlanta Public Schools wants to replace about half its custodial staff with contract workers.... - [12-05-2012] Test coordinator faces firing in Atlanta cheating scandal
A Slater Elementary School teacher accused of allowing her colleagues to cheat as they erased stray marks on 2009 state exam sheets faced a termination hearing Friday.... - [12-05-2012] Custodians latest casualty of cutbacks in Atlanta schools
Facing a budget crunch, Atlanta Public Schools wants to replace about half its custodial staff with contract workers.... - [12-05-2012] Test coordinator faces firing in Atlanta cheating scandal
A Slater Elementary School teacher accused of allowing her colleagues to cheat as they erased stray marks on 2009 state exam sheets faced a termination hearing Friday.... - [11-05-2012] Detention center owner won't oppose bankruptcy
The Atlanta-based company that owns a financially struggling detention center in South Georgia is not opposing the bankruptcy proceedings its creditors have forced on the Irwin County Detention Center.... - [11-05-2012] Man found dead in northwest Atlanta
Atlanta police were on the scene late Friday morning where a man was found dead in northwest Atlanta.... - [11-05-2012] Man found dead in northwest Atlanta
Atlanta police were on the scene late Friday morning where a man was found dead in northwest Atlanta.... - [11-05-2012] Celtics beat Hawks to advance in East
Kevin Garnett hit a jumper to give Boston the lead with 31 seconds left and the Celtics beat the Atlanta Hawks to win their first-round playoff series.... - [11-05-2012] 11-year-old Atlanta girl missing
Atlanta police are looking for an 11-year-old girl who has been missing since Thursday morning. Nickeya Gause was last seen around 8 a.m.... - [11-05-2012] 11-year-old Atlanta girl missing
Atlanta police are looking for an 11-year-old girl who has been missing since Thursday morning. Nickeya Gause was last seen around 8 a.m.... - [11-05-2012] Coyote scare ends, SW Atlanta park reopens
A park in southwest Atlanta, shut down last year in a scare over coyotes, has reopened to the public after an animal trapper captured a pregnant female there, Channel 2 Action News reported.... - [11-05-2012] Coyote scare ends, SW Atlanta park reopens
A park in southwest Atlanta, shut down last year in a scare over coyotes, has reopened to the public after an animal trapper captured a pregnant female there, Channel 2 Action News reported.... - [11-05-2012] Three accused of cheating sue APS for $6 million
Three high-ranking Atlanta Public Schools administrators accused of aiding and abetting cheating are suing the school district, seeking at least $6 million in damages.... - [11-05-2012] Three accused of cheating sue APS for $6 million
Three high-ranking Atlanta Public Schools administrators accused of aiding and abetting cheating are suing the school district, seeking at least $6 million in damages.... - [11-05-2012] Atlanta Food Truck Park reopens
After being temporarily forced to close over a permitting issue with the city, the Atlanta Food Truck Park announced its reopening Thursday.... - [10-05-2012] Atlanta Food Truck Park reopens
After being temporarily forced to close over a permitting issue with the city, the Atlanta Food Truck Park announced its reopening Thursday.... - [10-05-2012] 10 in cheating scandal to have certificates revoked, 23 to face suspensions
Another 33 educators were disciplined Thursday for their involvement in widespread test-cheating in Atlanta Public Schools, including 10 who will have their teaching certificates permanently revoked by the state.... - [10-05-2012] Fire doused at Buckhead office tower
Atlanta firefighters quickly doused a fire in a large air conditioning unit at a Buckhead office building late Thursday morning.... - [10-05-2012] Sadd to head trial lawyers group
Atlanta lawyer James "Jay" Sadd is the new president of the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association. Sadd succeeds outgoing president Geoffrey Pope and will serve until May 2013.... - [10-05-2012] 10 in cheating scandal to have certificates revoked, 23 to face suspensions
Another 33 educators were disciplined Thursday for their involvement in widespread test-cheating in Atlanta Public Schools, including 10 who will have their teaching certificates permanently revoked by the state.... - [10-05-2012] Fire doused at Buckhead office tower
Atlanta firefighters quickly doused a fire in a large air conditioning unit at a Buckhead office building late Thursday morning.... - [10-05-2012] Sadd to head trial lawyers group
Atlanta lawyer James "Jay" Sadd is the new president of the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association. Sadd succeeds outgoing president Geoffrey Pope and will serve until May 2013.... - [10-05-2012] 10 in cheating scandal to have certificates revoked, 23 to face suspensions
Another 33 educators were disciplined Thursday for their involvement in widespread test-cheating in Atlanta Public Schools, including 10 who will have their teaching certificates permanently revoked by the state.... - [10-05-2012] Local elected officials late on taxes, other bills
The AJC reviewed state tax and lien databases, along with county records and campaign finance reports stretching back to 2000 for 193 elected officials on county commissions, city councils and school boards in Clayton, Cobb, DeKalb,... - [10-05-2012] Residents robbed in Atlanta home invasion
Atlanta police Thursday were looking for two armed men involved in an overnight home invasion in northwest Atlanta.... - [10-05-2012] Residents robbed in Atlanta home invasion
Atlanta police Thursday were looking for two armed men involved in an overnight home invasion in northwest Atlanta.... - [10-05-2012] Local elected officials late on taxes, other bills
The AJC reviewed state tax and lien databases, along with county records and campaign finance reports stretching back to 2000 for 193 elected officials on county commissions, city councils and school boards in Clayton, Cobb, DeKalb,... - [10-05-2012] Sadness, legacy of Orly crash remembered
The drawing is of ink, and iconic images of Atlanta jump out at once: A MARTA train powering across a track, the snarl of Spaghetti Junction, the skyline of Midtown, church windows that evoke the cluster of churches along Peachtree Road... - [10-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Sunny days ahead
Wednesday was marked by clouds and some rain in metro Atlanta. That's history. It is expected to be sunny and warm for the next three days, with the next chance of rain not moving in until Sunday, Channel 2 Action News chief... - [10-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Sunny days ahead
Wednesday was marked by clouds and some rain in metro Atlanta. That's history. It is expected to be sunny and warm for the next three days, with the next chance of rain not moving in until Sunday, Channel 2 Action News chief... - [10-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Sunny days ahead
Wednesday was marked by clouds and some rain in metro Atlanta. That's history. It is expected to be sunny and warm for the next three days, with the next chance of rain not moving in until Sunday, Channel 2 Action News chief... - [10-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Sunny days ahead
Wednesday was marked by clouds and some rain in metro Atlanta. That's history. It is expected to be sunny and warm for the next three days, with the next chance of rain not moving in until Sunday, Channel 2 Action News chief... - [10-05-2012] AirWatch founder to speak at expo
AirWatch founder and CEO Alan Dabbiere will present the keynote luncheon address at the 2012 Greater Perimeter Business EXPO June 1 at the Westin Atlanta Perimeter North in Sandy Springs.... - [10-05-2012] Sketch released of suspect in sexual assault
Authorities released a sketch Wednesday of a suspect in a sexual assault in Atlanta and announced a reward of up to $2,000 for information leading to his arrest and indictment.... - [10-05-2012] AirWatch founder to speak at expo
AirWatch founder and CEO Alan Dabbiere will present the keynote luncheon address at the 2012 Greater Perimeter Business EXPO June 1 at the Westin Atlanta Perimeter North in Sandy Springs.... - [10-05-2012] Sketch released of suspect in sexual assault
Authorities released a sketch Wednesday of a suspect in a sexual assault in Atlanta and announced a reward of up to $2,000 for information leading to his arrest and indictment.... - [10-05-2012] Ethics panel to discuss complaints against 3 APS board members
The Ethics Commission of the Atlanta Board of Education will meet Friday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. to continue an investigation into whether board members Courtney English, Yolanda Johnson and Nancy Meister violated ethics guidelines.... - [10-05-2012] Ludacris to visit Atlanta school to promote anti-bullying
Atlanta-based rapper and actor Ludacris is scheduled to visit Dobbs Elementary Thursday to tour the school’s teaching garden with second graders and talk about anti-bullying with third through fifth graders.... - [10-05-2012] Ethics panel to discuss complaints against 3 APS board members
The Ethics Commission of the Atlanta Board of Education will meet Friday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. to continue an investigation into whether board members Courtney English, Yolanda Johnson and Nancy Meister violated ethics guidelines.... - [10-05-2012] Ludacris to visit Atlanta school to promote anti-bullying
Atlanta-based rapper and actor Ludacris is scheduled to visit Dobbs Elementary Thursday to tour the school’s teaching garden with second graders and talk about anti-bullying with third through fifth graders.... - [09-05-2012] Emanuel, Caplan honored for commitment to justice
Law professor Anne Emanuel and Atlanta lawyer Michael Caplan were honored Tuesday night for their commitment to justice during a reception at Newcastle, the Italian Renaissance Revival mansion of noted attorney Ed Garland and his... - [09-05-2012] Atlanta mayor: Extra time for sewer work a "big win"
Hours after Atlanta announced a proposed agreement with federal regulators that would give the city an extra 13 years to make required upgrades to its sewer system, Mayor Kasim Reed sat down for an interview with Channel 2 Action News... - [09-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Chance of rain, storms
A few sprinkles fell across metro Atlanta Wednesday morning, and there's a good chance of more showers and thunderstorms developing later in the day.... - [09-05-2012] Perils in personal care homes
Georgia hasn’t done enough to rein in an “epidemic” of mistreatment of vulnerable people by personal care home operators, an Atlanta Journal-Constitution investigation has found.... - [09-05-2012] Emanuel, Caplan honored for commitment to justice
Law professor Anne Emanuel and Atlanta lawyer Michael Caplan were honored Tuesday night for their commitment to justice during a reception at Newcastle, the Italian Renaissance Revival mansion of noted attorney Ed Garland and his... - [09-05-2012] Atlanta mayor: Extra time for sewer work a "big win"
Hours after Atlanta announced a proposed agreement with federal regulators that would give the city an extra 13 years to make required upgrades to its sewer system, Mayor Kasim Reed sat down for an interview with Channel 2 Action News... - [09-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Chance of rain, storms
A few sprinkles fell across metro Atlanta Wednesday morning, and there's a good chance of more showers and thunderstorms developing later in the day.... - [09-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Chance of rain, storms
A few sprinkles fell across metro Atlanta Wednesday morning, and there's a good chance of more showers and thunderstorms developing later in the day.... - [09-05-2012] Perils in personal care homes
Georgia hasn’t done enough to rein in an “epidemic” of mistreatment of vulnerable people by personal care home operators, an Atlanta Journal-Constitution investigation has found.... - [09-05-2012] Atlanta mayor: Extra time for sewer work a "big win"
Hours after Atlanta announced a proposed agreement with federal regulators that would give the city an extra 13 years to make required upgrades to its sewer system, Mayor Kasim Reed sat down for an interview with Channel 2 Action News... - [09-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Chance of rain, storms
A few sprinkles fell across metro Atlanta Wednesday morning, and there's a good chance of more showers and thunderstorms developing later in the day.... - [09-05-2012] Perils in personal care homes
Georgia hasn’t done enough to rein in an “epidemic” of mistreatment of vulnerable people by personal care home operators, an Atlanta Journal-Constitution investigation has found.... - [09-05-2012] New judge vacancy could further strain Atlanta courts
A partisan standoff on judicial nominees has left Atlanta-based federal courts shorthanded, with even more strain to come as U.S.... - [09-05-2012] New judge vacancy could further strain Atlanta courts
A partisan standoff on judicial nominees has left Atlanta-based federal courts shorthanded, with even more strain to come as U.S.... - [09-05-2012] Atlanta's budget hearings go high-tech; city hits some customer service goals, falls short on others
In threshing through a 591-page proposed budget for 2013, Atlanta's City Council is borrowing a tactic from presidential debates: allowing residents to ask questions via email, Twitter and phone calls during a public hearing.... - [09-05-2012] Atlanta City Council approves nearly $21,000 in payments for claims against city
Atlanta's City Council voted Monday, May 7 to approve $20,700 in claims against the city for automobile accidents, falling debris and metal plates on roads.... - [09-05-2012] Ex-sailor sentenced for ID theft
A former Navy petty officer from Atlanta was sentenced Tuesday to three years in prison for stealing the identities of recruits to file fraudulent tax returns.... - [09-05-2012] Army captain from Fayetteville indicted
A former Army captain from Fayetteville was arraigned Tuesday in federal court in Atlanta on charges that he and an accomplice stole more than $2.7 million from the U.S.... - [09-05-2012] Atlanta's budget hearings go high-tech; city hits some customer service goals, falls short on others
In threshing through a 591-page proposed budget for 2013, Atlanta's City Council is borrowing a tactic from presidential debates: allowing residents to ask questions via email, Twitter and phone calls during a public hearing.... - [09-05-2012] Atlanta City Council approves nearly $21,000 in payments for claims against city
Atlanta's City Council voted Monday, May 7 to approve $20,700 in claims against the city for automobile accidents, falling debris and metal plates on roads.... - [09-05-2012] Ex-sailor sentenced for ID theft
A former Navy petty officer from Atlanta was sentenced Tuesday to three years in prison for stealing the identities of recruits to file fraudulent tax returns.... - [08-05-2012] Army captain from Fayetteville indicted
A former Army captain from Fayetteville was arraigned Tuesday in federal court in Atlanta on charges that he and an accomplice stole more than $2.7 million from the U.S.... - [08-05-2012] Court disbars Atlanta lawyer
Atlanta lawyer Scott Herrmann has been disbarred over a complaint that accused him of failing to account for $30,000 in settlement funds.... - [08-05-2012] Court disbars Atlanta lawyer
Atlanta lawyer Scott Herrmann has been disbarred over a complaint that accused him of failing to account for $30,000 in settlement funds.... - [08-05-2012] State to detail opening of Ga. 400 emergency lanes
Georgia transportation officials are expected to reveal their plans for traffic to flow on the emergency lanes of a busy metro Atlanta thoroughfare.... - [08-05-2012] State to detail opening of Ga. 400 emergency lanes
Georgia transportation officials are expected to reveal their plans for traffic to flow on the emergency lanes of a busy metro Atlanta thoroughfare.... - [08-05-2012] State to detail opening of Ga. 400 emergency lanes
Georgia transportation officials are expected to reveal their plans for traffic to flow on the emergency lanes of a busy metro Atlanta thoroughfare.... - [08-05-2012] Man found shot on downtown street
A man was shot in the leg Tuesday morning near the intersection of Courtland and Pine streets downtown, Atlanta police said.... - [08-05-2012] Man found shot on downtown street
A man was shot in the leg Tuesday morning near the intersection of Courtland and Pine streets downtown, Atlanta police said.... - [08-05-2012] Atlanta to get 13-year extension on sewer work
Atlanta will get a 13-year extension on sewer system upgrades required by federal regulators, according to a proposed agreement between the city, Georgia officials and federal regulators.... - [08-05-2012] Atlanta ethics nominee sails through City Council meetings
The appointment of a new ethics officer to oversee Atlanta employees, elected officials and commission members sailed through City Hall on Monday afternoon.... - [08-05-2012] Atlanta to get 13-year extension on sewer work
Atlanta will get a 13-year extension on sewer system upgrades required by federal regulators, according to a proposed agreement between the city, Georgia officials and federal regulators.... - [08-05-2012] Atlanta ethics nominee sails through City Council meetings
The appointment of a new ethics officer to oversee Atlanta employees, elected officials and commission members sailed through City Hall on Monday afternoon.... - [08-05-2012] BREAKING: Atlanta may get extension on sewer work
The city of Atlanta may get a decade-plus extension on sewer system upgrades required by federal regulators, according to the chair of the City Council committee that oversees sewer work.... - [08-05-2012] BREAKING: Atlanta may get extension on sewer work
The city of Atlanta may get a decade-plus extension on sewer system upgrades required by federal regulators, according to the chair of the City Council committee that oversees sewer work.... - [07-05-2012] Atlanta police bicyclists riding to honor fallen officer
Eight Atlanta police officers will leave Atlanta on Tuesday to take part in the Police Unity Tour bicycle ride down the East Coast and to honor a comrade killed in the line of duty this year.... - [07-05-2012] Company asks court to reinstate $459 million judgment
When American Home Services sought to advertise its siding, window and gutter installation business in Atlanta, it hired a Texas company that faxed more than 300,000 advertisements across the metro area.... - [07-05-2012] Atlanta police bicyclists riding to honor fallen officer
Eight Atlanta police officers will leave Atlanta on Tuesday to take part in the Police Unity Tour bicycle ride down the East Coast and to honor a comrade killed in the line of duty this year.... - [07-05-2012] Company asks court to reinstate $459 million judgment
When American Home Services sought to advertise its siding, window and gutter installation business in Atlanta, it hired a Texas company that faxed more than 300,000 advertisements across the metro area.... - [07-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Hail pounds parts of metro area
Thunderstorms brought vivid lightning, strong winds and hail across metro Atlanta Sunday night and another round of severe weather is possible on Monday.... - [07-05-2012] Actual Factual Georgia
Q: Can you tell me about Willie B., the gorilla who lived at Zoo Atlanta all those years? A: Willie B.... - [07-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Hail pounds parts of metro area
Thunderstorms brought vivid lightning, strong winds and hail across metro Atlanta Sunday night and another round of severe weather is possible on Monday.... - [07-05-2012] Sweet Auburn, DeKalb farmers markets have big plans
Fresh-food lovers may soon notice changes at two iconic farmers markets in metro Atlanta. The 50,000-square-foot Sweet Auburn Curb Market, which attracts more than 1,500 people a day, recently held a rededication ceremony to show off $1.8... - [07-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Hail pounds parts of metro area
Thunderstorms brought vivid lightning, strong winds and hail across metro Atlanta Sunday night and another round of severe weather is possible on Monday.... - [07-05-2012] Three women stabbed in southeast Atlanta
Three women were recovering Monday after being stabbed overnight at a home in southeast Atlanta. The stabbings happened during a domestic incident at a house on Little Street.... - [07-05-2012] Sweet Auburn, DeKalb farmers markets have big plans
Fresh-food lovers may soon notice changes at two iconic farmers markets in metro Atlanta. The 50,000-square-foot Sweet Auburn Curb Market, which attracts more than 1,500 people a day, recently held a rededication ceremony to show off $1.8... - [07-05-2012] Sweet Auburn, DeKalb farmers markets have big plans
Fresh-food lovers may soon notice changes at two iconic farmers markets in metro Atlanta. The 50,000-square-foot Sweet Auburn Curb Market, which attracts more than 1,500 people a day, recently held a rededication ceremony to show off $1.8... - [07-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Hail pounds parts of metro area
Thunderstorms brought vivid lightning, strong winds and hail across metro Atlanta Sunday night and another round of severe weather is possible on Monday.... - [07-05-2012] Three women stabbed in southeast Atlanta
Three women were recovering Monday after being stabbed overnight at a home in southeast Atlanta. The stabbings happened during a domestic incident at a house on Little Street.... - [07-05-2012] Sweet Auburn, DeKalb farmers markets have big plans
Fresh-food lovers may soon notice changes at two iconic farmers markets in metro Atlanta. The 50,000-square-foot Sweet Auburn Curb Market, which attracts more than 1,500 people a day, recently held a rededication ceremony to show off $1.8... - [07-05-2012] Severe thunderstorms could return early in week
Severe thunderstorm warning posted for parts of metro Atlanta have expired after a Sunday evening of vivid lightning, strong winds and hail.... - [07-05-2012] Severe thunderstorms could return early in week
Severe thunderstorm warning posted for parts of metro Atlanta have expired after a Sunday evening of vivid lightning, strong winds and hail.... - [07-05-2012] Severe thunderstorms could return early in week
Severe thunderstorm warning posted for parts of metro Atlanta have expired after a Sunday evening of vivid lightning, strong winds and hail.... - [07-05-2012] Severe thunderstorms could return early in week
Severe thunderstorm warning posted for parts of metro Atlanta have expired after a Sunday evening of vivid lightning, strong winds and hail.... - [07-05-2012] Severe thunderstorm warnings posted as hail pounds parts of metro Atlanta
Parts of Cobb and Paulding counties remained under a severe thunderstorm warning at 9 p.m. Sunday after an evening of strong storms that dumped hail across the northwestern suburbs.... - [07-05-2012] Severe thunderstorm warnings posted as hail pounds parts of metro Atlanta
Parts of Cobb and Paulding counties remained under a severe thunderstorm warning at 9 p.m. Sunday after an evening of strong storms that dumped hail across the northwestern suburbs.... - [07-05-2012] Severe thunderstorm warnings posted as hail pounds parts of metro Atlanta
Parts of Cobb and Paulding counties remained under a severe thunderstorm warning at 9 p.m. Sunday after an evening of strong storms that dumped hail across the northwestern suburbs.... - [07-05-2012] Severe thunderstorm warnings posted as hail pounds parts of metro Atlanta
Parts of Cobb and Paulding counties remained under a severe thunderstorm warning at 9 p.m. Sunday after an evening of strong storms that dumped hail across the northwestern suburbs.... - [06-05-2012] Cops: Man dies after crashing motorcycle early Sunday
A man was killed early Sunday morning when he crashed his motorcycle at the intersection of E. Paces Ferry Rd at Roxboro Road, according to Atlanta police.... - [06-05-2012] Cops: Man dies after crashing motorcycle early Sunday
A man was killed early Sunday morning when he crashed his motorcycle at the intersection of E. Paces Ferry Rd at Roxboro Road, according to Atlanta police.... - [06-05-2012] Here’s how to get free credit reports, correct errors
Credit tips■ Consumers are entitled to a free credit report every 12 months from each of the three national credit-reporting agencies. You also can receive a free report if you have been denied credit within the past 60 days,... - [05-05-2012] Worker evaluations: City of Atlanta finds fault with few
In any given year, fewer than 2 percent of the City of Atlanta's employees are told by their bosses their performance needs improvement or is unacceptable.... - [05-05-2012] Worker evaluations: City of Atlanta finds fault with few
In any given year, fewer than 2 percent of the City of Atlanta's employees are told by their bosses their performance needs improvement or is unacceptable.... - [05-05-2012] Worker evaluations: City of Atlanta finds fault with few
In any given year, fewer than 2 percent of the City of Atlanta's employees are told by their bosses their performance needs improvement or is unacceptable.... - [05-05-2012] Rondo Leads Celtics In OT Win
Rajon Rondo had a triple-double with 17 points, 14 rebounds and 12 assists to lead the Celtics to a 90-84 overtime victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Friday night and give Boston a 2-1 lead... - [05-05-2012] 3 from metro Atlanta booked in FAMU hazing death; one more pending
At least three FAMU students or graduates from metro Atlanta have been arrested on charges that they participated in the hazing death of Robert Champion, a FAMU drum major whose family lives in Decatur.... - [05-05-2012] 3 from metro Atlanta booked in FAMU hazing death; one more pending
At least three FAMU students or graduates from metro Atlanta have been arrested on charges that they participated in the hazing death of Robert Champion, a FAMU drum major whose family lives in Decatur.... - [05-05-2012] 3 from metro Atlanta booked in FAMU hazing death; one more pending
At least three FAMU students or graduates from metro Atlanta have been arrested on charges that they participated in the hazing death of Robert Champion, a FAMU drum major whose family lives in Decatur.... - [05-05-2012] 3 from metro Atlanta booked in FAMU hazing death; one more pending
At least three FAMU students or graduates from metro Atlanta have been arrested on charges that they participated in the hazing death of Robert Champion, a FAMU drum major whose family lives in Decatur.... - [05-05-2012] APS teacher ready to fight for her job
An Atlanta teacher accused of cheating says she's ready to defend herself against claims she changed student answers.... - [05-05-2012] City Hall to host Older Atlantans Month festivities on Monday, May 7
Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed and the city's office of constituent services will kick off Older Atlantans Month from 11 a.m.... - [05-05-2012] APS teacher ready to fight for her job
An Atlanta teacher accused of cheating says she's ready to defend herself against claims she changed student answers.... - [05-05-2012] City Hall to host Older Atlantans Month festivities on Monday, May 7
Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed and the city's office of constituent services will kick off Older Atlantans Month from 11 a.m.... - [05-05-2012] Police rule out connection between Atlanta and Kennesaw attacks
Atlanta police say they have ruled out any connection between the Friday morning assault of a Kennesaw State University student and two attempted abductions early Wednesday in Reynoldstown and Edgewood.... - [05-05-2012] Police rule out connection between Atlanta and Kennesaw attacks
Atlanta police say they have ruled out any connection between the Friday morning assault of a Kennesaw State University student and two attempted abductions early Wednesday in Reynoldstown and Edgewood.... - [05-05-2012] Police rule out connection between Atlanta and Kennesaw attacks
Atlanta police say they have ruled out any connection between the Friday morning assault of a Kennesaw State University student and two attempted abductions early Wednesday in Reynoldstown and Edgewood.... - [05-05-2012] Q&A on the News
Q: Will Screen on the Green be held at Piedmont Park this summer? -Don Runnion, Atlanta A: Screen on the Green will not be held this year, officials with the Piedmont Park Conservancy told Q&A on the News.... - [05-05-2012] Q&A on the News
Q: Robert Champion was a 26-year-old student at Florida A&M University when he died. What was his history with the school? -Jim Crowe, Atlanta A: Champion was a 2004 graduate of Southwest DeKalb High School in Decatur, who... - [04-05-2012] Epstein student cook wins wins cafeteria makeover
Ten-year-old Sydney Fialkow is the winner of the National Uncle Ben’s Beginner’s contest! The fifth grader at the Epstein School in Atlanta won $20,000 and a $50,000 cafeteria makeover for her school.... - [04-05-2012] Epstein student cook wins wins cafeteria makeover
Ten-year-old Sydney Fialkow is the winner of the National Uncle Ben’s Beginner’s contest! The fifth grader at the Epstein School in Atlanta won $20,000 and a $50,000 cafeteria makeover for her school.... - [04-05-2012] Standoff ends in NW Atlanta
A standoff at a home in northwest Atlanta ended peacefully late Friday morning when a murder suspect surrendered to police.... - [04-05-2012] Jazz concert scheduled for Saturday, May 5 at John A. White Park
Atlanta City Councilwoman Keisha Lance Bottoms and Atlanta's public safety agencies plan to host a neighborhood jazz concert from 2 p.m.... - [04-05-2012] IBM experts help Atlanta craft economic strategy
Mayor Reed and officials from Invest Atlanta, the city's economic development arm, welcomed a five-member team of senior IBM experts to Atlanta as they kicked off a three-week visit as part of IBM's Smarter Cities Challenge grant.... - [04-05-2012] Solid Waste Education and Enforcement Team to clean up Atlanta streets
Atlanta's Department of Public Works on Friday announced the formation of its Solid Waste Education and Enforcement Team, part of a collaboration with the police to clean up city streets.... - [04-05-2012] Atlanta to tear down another dilapidated complex
Another dilapidated apartment complex is slated to fall victim Atlanta's newly vigorous efforts to knock down nuisance properties.... - [04-05-2012] Epstein student cook wins wins cafeteria makeover
Ten-year-old Sydney Fialkow is the winner of the National Uncle Ben’s Beginner’s contest! The fifth grader at the Epstein School in Atlanta won $20,000 and a $50,000 cafeteria makeover for her school.... - [04-05-2012] Standoff ends in NW Atlanta
A standoff at a home in northwest Atlanta ended peacefully late Friday morning when a murder suspect surrendered to police.... - [04-05-2012] Jazz concert scheduled for Saturday, May 5 at John A. White Park
Atlanta City Councilwoman Keisha Lance Bottoms and Atlanta's public safety agencies plan to host a neighborhood jazz concert from 2 p.m.... - [04-05-2012] IBM experts help Atlanta craft economic strategy
Mayor Reed and officials from Invest Atlanta, the city's economic development arm, welcomed a five-member team of senior IBM experts to Atlanta as they kicked off a three-week visit as part of IBM's Smarter Cities Challenge grant.... - [04-05-2012] Solid Waste Education and Enforcement Team to clean up Atlanta streets
Atlanta's Department of Public Works on Friday announced the formation of its Solid Waste Education and Enforcement Team, part of a collaboration with the police to clean up city streets.... - [04-05-2012] Atlanta to tear down another dilapidated complex
Another dilapidated apartment complex is slated to fall victim Atlanta's newly vigorous efforts to knock down nuisance properties.... - [04-05-2012] Epstein student cook wins wins cafeteria makeover
Ten-year-old Sydney Fialkow is the winner of the National Uncle Ben’s Beginner’s contest! The fifth grader at the Epstein School in Atlanta won $20,000 and a $50,000 cafeteria makeover for her school.... - [04-05-2012] Epstein student cook wins wins cafeteria makeover
Ten-year-old Sydney Fialkow is the winner of the National Uncle Ben’s Beginner’s contest! The fifth grader at the Epstein School in Atlanta won $20,000 and a $50,000 cafeteria makeover for her school.... - [04-05-2012] Epstein student cook wins wins cafeteria makeover
Ten-year-old Sydney Fialkow is the winner of the National Uncle Ben’s Beginner’s contest! The fifth grader at the Epstein School in Atlanta won $20,000 and a $50,000 cafeteria makeover for her school.... - [04-05-2012] Epstein student cook wins wins cafeteria makeover
Ten-year-old Sydney Fialkow is the winner of the National Uncle Ben’s Beginner’s contest! The fifth grader at the Epstein School in Atlanta won $20,000 and a $50,000 cafeteria makeover for her school.... - [04-05-2012] Mark Arum: Gridlock Guy
When it comes to easing traffic delays in Atlanta, I think there is a way to make things better without raising taxes and without major changes to our infrastructure and mass transit system.... - [04-05-2012] Epstein student cook wins wins cafeteria makeover
Ten-year-old Sydney Fialkow is the winner of the National Uncle Ben’s Beginner’s contest! The fifth grader at the Epstein School in Atlanta won $20,000 and a $50,000 cafeteria makeover for her school.... - [04-05-2012] DeKalb appraisals drop by 6 percent
DeKalb assessors dropped the county's tax digest an average 6 percent Thursday, the first official slide in appraisals for what is expected to be another bad year of home and commercial values in metro Atlanta.... - [04-05-2012] Police surround home in NW Atlanta
Police on Friday surrounded a home in northwest Atlanta where a murder suspect is refusing to surrender.... - [04-05-2012] DeKalb appraisals drop by 6 percent
DeKalb assessors dropped the county's tax digest an average 6 percent Thursday, the first official slide in appraisals for what is expected to be another bad year of home and commercial values in metro Atlanta.... - [04-05-2012] Police surround home in NW Atlanta
Police on Friday surrounded a home in northwest Atlanta where a murder suspect is refusing to surrender.... - [04-05-2012] Judge grants bond to juveniles accused of molesting boy on bus
Bus driver Ella Holland testified Thursday that she never saw any of the several students she regularly drove to the Atlanta Area School for the Deaf being molested while on the bus despite a confession by one of the boys.... - [04-05-2012] Judge grants bond to juveniles accused of molesting boy on bus
Bus driver Ella Holland testified Thursday that she never saw any of the several students she regularly drove to the Atlanta Area School for the Deaf being molested while on the bus despite a confession by one of the boys.... - [04-05-2012] Sandy Springs to vote on postal address
The U.S. Postal Service is mailing surveys to Sandy Springs residents asking whether they support changing their default city to Sandy Springs rather than Atlanta.... - [04-05-2012] Judge grants bond to juveniles accused of molesting boy on bus
Bus driver Ella Holland testified Thursday that she never saw any of the several students she regularly drove to the Atlanta Area School for the Deaf being molested while on the bus despite a confession by one of the boys.... - [04-05-2012] Police: Off-duty cop thwarts ‘predator' in attempted abduction
Police searching for a man who allegedly has tried snatching at least two women off the street now have a sketch to work from, thanks to one of their own who thwarted an attempted abduction of a southeast Atlanta woman early Wednesday... - [04-05-2012] Sandy Springs to vote on postal address
The U.S. Postal Service is mailing surveys to Sandy Springs residents asking whether they support changing their default city to Sandy Springs rather than Atlanta.... - [04-05-2012] Judge grants bond to juveniles accused of molesting boy on bus
Bus driver Ella Holland testified Thursday that she never saw any of the several students she regularly drove to the Atlanta Area School for the Deaf being molested while on the bus despite a confession by one of the boys.... - [04-05-2012] Police: Off-duty cop thwarts ‘predator' in attempted abduction
Police searching for a man who allegedly has tried snatching at least two women off the street now have a sketch to work from, thanks to one of their own who thwarted an attempted abduction of a southeast Atlanta woman early Wednesday... - [04-05-2012] Construction to start on Woodstock outlet mall
Construction is beginning on a metro Atlanta outlet mall scheduled to open next summer. The Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta, in Woodstock, is scheduled to open in August 2013.... - [03-05-2012] Construction to start on Woodstock outlet mall
Construction is beginning on a metro Atlanta outlet mall scheduled to open next summer. The Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta, in Woodstock, is scheduled to open in August 2013.... - [03-05-2012] Atlanta weather | Chance of rain will linger through weekend
An approaching weather system will bring a chance of rain to metro Atlanta for the next few days, Channel 2 Action News meteorologist Karen Minton said early Thursday.... - [03-05-2012] Two teenagers charged with molesting deaf Roswell boy on school bus
Two teenage students at the Atlanta Area School for the Deaf are charged with molesting a 10-year-old Roswell boy on their school bus for much of this school year.... - [03-05-2012] Two teenagers charged with molesting deaf Roswell boy on school bus
Two teenage students at the Atlanta Area School for the Deaf are charged with molesting a 10-year-old Roswell boy on their school bus for much of this school year.... - [03-05-2012] Two teenagers charged with molesting deaf Roswell boy on school bus
Two teenage students at the Atlanta Area School for the Deaf are charged with molesting a 10-year-old Roswell boy on their school bus for much of this school year.... - [03-05-2012] Man hit by train in northwest Atlanta
Authorities were trying to determine Thursday whether a man struck by a train in northwest Atlanta was already dead before being hit.... - [03-05-2012] Man hit by train in northwest Atlanta
Authorities were trying to determine Thursday whether a man struck by a train in northwest Atlanta was already dead before being hit.... - [03-05-2012] Cops seek man in 2 attempted abductions
Atlanta police are seeking the public’s help catching a man who allegedly tried to kidnap two women early Wednesday morning, Channel 2 Action News reported.... - [03-05-2012] Midtown main break causing water cutoff
A city of Atlanta crew late Wednesday afternoon was cutting off water for repairs in a section of Midtown after a contractor struck a water main, breaking the pipe.... - [03-05-2012] Midtown water main repairs to take all night
A city of Atlanta crew was expected to work through the early morning hours of Thursday, repairing a water main that was struck and broken by a contractor in the Midtown area the afternoon before.... - [03-05-2012] Cops seek man in 2 attempted abductions
Atlanta police are seeking the public’s help catching a man who allegedly tried to kidnap two women early Wednesday morning, Channel 2 Action News reported.... - [03-05-2012] Midtown main break causing water cutoff
A city of Atlanta crew late Wednesday afternoon was cutting off water for repairs in a section of Midtown after a contractor struck a water main, breaking the pipe.... - [03-05-2012] Midtown water main repairs to take all night
A city of Atlanta crew was expected to work through the early morning hours of Thursday, repairing a water main that was struck and broken by a contractor in the Midtown area the afternoon before.... - [03-05-2012] UGA President Adams is stepping down
University of Georgia President Michael Adams will announce Thursday that he will step down effective June 30, 2013, two people briefed on Adams' decision told The Atlanta Journal-Constitution.... - [03-05-2012] Atlanta City Council to consider 2013 budget proposal
The Atlanta City Council will begin deliberations on the proposed 2013 city budget on Thursday, May 3 from 9 a.m.... - [03-05-2012] Official: Cause of Tyler Perry fire ‘undetermined'
The cause of the spectacular fire that damaged Tyler Perry Studios in southwest Atlanta may never be determined, Atlanta's fire chief said Wednesday.... - [03-05-2012] Atlanta woman gets 9 months for defrauding Aflac
A federal judge sentenced an Atlanta woman to nine months in prison for defrauding Aflac out of $27,000, according to a story in the Columbus Ledger-Enquirer .... - [03-05-2012] Atlanta City Council to consider 2013 budget proposal
The Atlanta City Council will begin deliberations on the proposed 2013 city budget on Thursday, May 3 from 9 a.m.... - [03-05-2012] Official: Cause of Tyler Perry fire ‘undetermined'
The cause of the spectacular fire that damaged Tyler Perry Studios in southwest Atlanta may never be determined, Atlanta's fire chief said Wednesday.... - [03-05-2012] Atlanta woman gets 9 months for defrauding Aflac
A federal judge sentenced an Atlanta woman to nine months in prison for defrauding Aflac out of $27,000, according to a story in the Columbus Ledger-Enquirer .... - [03-05-2012] Official: Cause of Tyler Perry fire ‘undetermined'
The cause of the spectacular fire that damaged Tyler Perry Studios in southwest Atlanta may never be determined, Atlanta's fire chief said Wednesday.... - [02-05-2012] Vicki Griffin: The Weather Channel is iconic
When Ted Turner expanded his audience for Atlanta-based SuperStation WTCG from local to national via satellite in 1976, metro Atlanta became the birthplace of the nation’s first basic cable television network.... - [02-05-2012] Investigators search for clues in Tyler Perry fire
Firefighters remained at Tyler Perry Studios in southwest Atlanta early Wednesday, watching for hot spots and trying to determine what caused a spectacular blaze that damaged one of the complex's buildings.... - [02-05-2012] APS educator resigns before hearing
Atlanta Public Schools educator Sedric Scott, who is accused of cheating in a state cheating investigation, resigned Friday after school officials took steps to fire him.... - [02-05-2012] Investigators search for clues in Tyler Perry fire
Firefighters remained at Tyler Perry Studios in southwest Atlanta early Wednesday, watching for hot spots and trying to determine what caused a spectacular blaze that damaged one of the complex's buildings.... - [02-05-2012] APS educator resigns before hearing
Atlanta Public Schools educator Sedric Scott, who is accused of cheating in a state cheating investigation, resigned Friday after school officials took steps to fire him.... - [02-05-2012] Investigators search for clues in Tyler Perry fire
Firefighters remained at Tyler Perry Studios in southwest Atlanta early Wednesday, watching for hot spots and trying to determine what caused a spectacular blaze that damaged one of the complex's buildings.... - [02-05-2012] It's All Pierce, Celtics Even Series
Paul Pierce battled through another tough shooting night to score 36 points and the Boston Celtics wiped out Atlanta's 11-point lead in the second half even without Rajon Rondo.... - [02-05-2012] Fire strikes Tyler Perry Studios
A spectacular blaze that brought a response from dozens of firefighters was quickly brought under control Tuesday night at Tyler Perry Studios in southwest Atlanta, and investigators were at the scene late into the evening seeking the... - [02-05-2012] Timeline: Tyler Perry Studios fire
8:41 p.m. – Call of fire from Tyler Perry Studios, 3133 Continental Colony Parkway, Atlanta.... - [02-05-2012] Atlanta repeals ordinance at heart of immigration-related complaint
Atlanta officials are asking the state’s new Immigration Enforcement Review Board to dismiss a complaint targeting the city now that City Council has repealed an ordinance at the heart of the dispute.... - [02-05-2012] Fire strikes Tyler Perry Studios
A spectacular blaze that brought a response from dozens of firefighters was quickly brought under control Tuesday night at Tyler Perry Studios in southwest Atlanta, and investigators were at the scene late into the evening seeking the... - [02-05-2012] Timeline: Tyler Perry Studios fire
8:41 p.m. – Call of fire from Tyler Perry Studios, 3133 Continental Colony Parkway, Atlanta.... - [02-05-2012] Atlanta repeals ordinance at heart of immigration-related complaint
Atlanta officials are asking the state’s new Immigration Enforcement Review Board to dismiss a complaint targeting the city now that City Council has repealed an ordinance at the heart of the dispute.... - [02-05-2012] Fire strikes Tyler Perry Studios
A spectacular blaze that brought a response from dozens of firefighters was quickly brought under control Tuesday night at Tyler Perry Studios in southwest Atlanta, and investigators were at the scene late into the evening seeking the... - [02-05-2012] Big crowds bring reprieve for Harold's BBQ
They ran out of meat during the Tuesday lunch rush at Harold's Barbecue on Atlanta's south side. Normally that would be an unpardonable sin for a BBQ joint, but Harold's, which celebrates its 65th anniversary Thursday, merits a... - [02-05-2012] Proposed Atlanta budget calls for reduced spending, no tax hike
Atlanta's latest proposed budget has additional funding for code enforcement, more police officers and closer supervision of children in after-school programs.... - [02-05-2012] Atlanta mayor, Georgia superintendent tout show on NBC
Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed, Georgia Superintendent Erroll B. Davis, Jr., and David Kimmell, president of the Georgia Aquarium, will join Atlanta students Friday morning at the aquarium to tout new NBC News education programming.... - [02-05-2012] Big crowds bring reprieve for Harold's BBQ
They ran out of meat during the Tuesday lunch rush at Harold's Barbecue on Atlanta's south side. Normally that would be an unpardonable sin for a BBQ joint, but Harold's, which celebrates its 65th anniversary Thursday, merits a... - [02-05-2012] Proposed Atlanta budget calls for reduced spending, no tax hike
Atlanta's latest proposed budget has additional funding for code enforcement, more police officers and closer supervision of children in after-school programs.... - [02-05-2012] Atlanta mayor, Georgia superintendent tout show on NBC
Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed, Georgia Superintendent Erroll B. Davis, Jr., and David Kimmell, president of the Georgia Aquarium, will join Atlanta students Friday morning at the aquarium to tout new NBC News education programming....
