Sandy Springs officer shoots person during assault investigation, police say
A person involved in an assault investigation was shot by a Sandy Springs police officer after pulling a gun on law enforcement, officials say.
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Family shared update on baby born to brain-dead Georgia mother
Adriana Smith's pregnancy made national headlines when she was declared brain dead but placed on life support to let her fetus grow. Now her family is sharing an update on the condition of her infant son.
FAA investigates major U.S. airlines over shutdown-related flight reduction order
The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating whether several major U.S. airlines followed a government-mandated order to cut flights at 40 of the nation's busiest airports during the federal shutdown.
Georgia Tech announces a new 5-year contract for coach Brent Key following 9-3 regular season
Georgia Tech has announced a new five-year contract for coach Brent Key.
CDC panel postpones vote on hepatitis B vaccine for newborns
The CDC's vaccine advisory panel meets Thursday and Friday to discuss recommendations for the hepatitis B vaccine and the schedule of childhood shots.
Atlanta brand helps young Black ballerinas see themselves in ballet
An Atlanta entrepreneur is making it simple for young Black ballerinas to find ballet shoes that match their skin tone.
Mulberry residents push back on new development as city rapidly grows
Just one year after becoming Georgia's newest city, Mulberry is wrestling with the same challenges facing much of metro Atlanta — overcrowded schools, worsening traffic, and a flood of new development that has many residents asking: How much growth is too much?
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Atlanta school board votes to close or repurpose 16 schools
The Atlanta Board of Education unanimously approved a sweeping facilities overhaul that will close, merge, or repurpose 16 public schools across the district.
Mayor-elect Gumbs outlines her vision for South Fulton
Carmalitha Gumbs made history Tuesday night, becoming the first woman ever elected mayor of the City of South Fulton.
Domestic violence survivor advocates concerned ICE fears impacting victims
Advocates for people in immigrant communities experiencing domestic violence warn that widespread fear of ICE is stopping many victims from reaching out for help.