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Atlanta airport ‘Plane Train' technicians ratify contract
Atlanta airport ‘Plane Train' technicians ratify contract Yahoo
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Your taxes could go up to help fund $1.3B Fulton County Jail overhaul
Financing for Fulton County’s more than $1.3 billion jail overhaul is moving forward after a little-known regional jail authority voted Monday night to approve the next step in the process. The South Fulton Municipal Regional Jail Authority voted 3-2 to approve financing for the ...
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Pilot injured after small plane crashes onto roof of Texas home
A small plane crashed onto the roof of a Texas home on Monday after its pilot attempted to land it near a private airstrip, authorities said. Read more trending news The owner of the residence, located in Fulshear, a suburb west of Houston, told KTRK that they were in bed just be...
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🕹️ Joystick’s next chapter
Gas spikes again Tuesday, July 21 — Metro Atlanta gas prices jumped more than 20 cents in the past week due to the escalated conflict between the U.S. and Iran. AAA said that the national average for a gallon of gas hit $4 Monday morning. Scattered thunderstorms with a high of 88...
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Brother of ex-Falcons player appears in court in mother’s slaying
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — The brother of NFL star and former Atlanta Falcons player Calais Campbell appeared in court for a bond hearing Tuesday morning in connection to the death of his mother. Ciarre Bryce Campbell, 41, is charged with murder, aggravated assault and p...
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Atlanta Braves News: Mederos Mania Has Arrived, Hurston Waldrep Injury News, More
Atlanta Braves News: Mederos Mania Has Arrived, Hurston Waldrep Injury News, More Battery Power
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Former Army soldier identified as man who attacked NYC federal building
The man who is accused of setting off fireworks outside a New York City federal building has been identified. Read more trending news The assistant director in charge of the FBI New York field office said Andrew Arrabaca, 43, was carrying an anti-ICD sign and set off fireworks ou...
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Cold front to bring storms, heavy rain to North Georgia
Hot and humid conditions will give way to widespread showers and thunderstorms as a cold front moves into North Georgia and stalls this week.
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Jimmy Gilstrap, R&B singer who performed ‘Good Times’ theme song, dies at 79
Jimmy Gilstrap, an R&B singer who performed the “ Good Times ” theme song for the 1970s sitcom, collaborated with Stevie Wonder and had a 1975 hit, “Swing Your Daddy,” died on July 18. He was 79. Read more trending news Gilstrap’s nephew and family spokesperson, Geoffrey Gilstrap...
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Metro Atlanta mayor ordered to turn in city property by Noon; he never showed up
Metro Atlanta mayor ordered to turn in city property by Noon; he never showed up WSB-TV
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State plans $409 million forensic hospital for south DeKalb County
Key Points: A $409 million state hospital is in the works, a solution from lawmakers and state officials to address the backlog of people waiting for a spot at a state psychiatric hospital. The first of its kind in over 50 years, the hospital follows a history of Georgia and othe...
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Atlanta Olympics flashback | On July 21, 1996, women’s soccer debuts, and USA makes a statement
(Editor’s note: On Sept. 18, 1990, the city of Atlanta was changed forever when Juan Antonio Samaranch announced the International Olympic Committee had awarded the 1996 games to Atlanta. Atlanta News First is marking the 30th anniversary of the games with daily digital retrospec...
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Recall alert: General Mills recalls 730K Pillsbury bread rolls over glass fragment concerns
General Mills announced a voluntary recall of more than 730,000 Pillsbury bread rolls sold to Walmart over concerns that the products may contain glass fragments. Read more trending news According to the voluntary recall, which was posted on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’...
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Masters tickets application emails are going out. What to do if you haven’t gotten one
It’s that time of year when people who applied for coveted Masters Tournament tickets learn if they won the lottery or not. Augusta National sent out emails on Monday for the 2027 Masters Tournament, Women’s Amateur and Drive and the Chip and Putt National Finals. The emails let ...
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Tropical Storm Bertha forms, threatens Gulf Coast
Tropical Storm Bertha, the second-named storm of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, formed on Monday and was threatening the northern Gulf Coast with heavy rains and possible flooding on Tuesday. Read more trending news Storm continues to move slowly Update 7:52 a.m. ET July 21:...
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SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey tackles expanding schedule, future of SEC Championship in Atlanta
Southeastern Conference Commissioner Greg Sankey kicked off the 2026 SEC Media Days in Tampa. Channel 2’s Alison Mastrangelo was there as Sankey spoke for about 45 minutes on the state of college football from the Protect College Sports Act, NIL and College Football Playoff expan...
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2 arrested, 1 at large after Conyers police chase ends in I-20 crash
Police are searching for a runaway suspect after an I-20 pursuit linked to a string of early morning hotel car break-ins ended in a collision with an officer's cruiser on Tuesday....
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Crews battle semi-truck fire in DeKalb County
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A semi-truck caught fire early Tuesday in DeKalb County. Fire crews were on the scene battling the blaze on Rock Chapel Road in Lithonia. There was no word yet on what started the fire or if there are any injuries. This is a developing story. S...
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Mother, 27, ends up on life support after taking kratom for a week, family says
KINGMAN, Ariz. ( AZFamily /Gray News) - Just a week after an Arizona woman started taking a kratom supplement, her husband found her unresponsive in their bed. Amanda Goodsell, a 27-year-old mother of twins, had never taken kratom before, but after she experienced persistent leg ...
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2 people in custody, 1 on the run after car chase on I-20, Conyers police say
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Two people were taken into custody early Tuesday and one remains at large after a brief chase in connection with a series of vehicle break-ins, Conyers police said. The ordeal began just after 3 a.m. when officers responded to a car break-in at...
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Sparks fly as video shows cargo plane go into tail skid during aborted landing attempt
CINCINNATI ( WXIX /Gray News) - Sparks flew from a cargo plane during a rough attempted landing at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport. Video shows a Kalitta Air cargo plane experiencing a “tail skid” during an attempted landing Sunday, according to the company’s C...
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You can guarantee an evacuation flight during a hurricane straight to Atlanta for a price
As hurricane season continues, a new service is offering residents a guaranteed seat on an evacuation flight for a price. Priority Evac , a Florida-based company, is guaranteeing evacuation flights to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport as storms approach, if they pa...
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Atlanta United signs defenders Júnior Alonso, Paulo Díaz to bolster backline
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Atlanta United has signed defenders Júnior Alonso and Paulo Díaz, the club announced, marking the first of several planned additions during the summer transfer window. The signings come one game after Atlanta United returned from the 2026 FIFA ...
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World Cup boosts youth soccer interest in metro Atlanta
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — The YMCA of Metro Atlanta reports a 32% increase in fall youth soccer sign-ups compared with last year. Scott Schadl, director of youth and adult sports at the YMCA of Metro Atlanta, said the organization is a good fit for families in a variety...
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Decatur commissioners approve new homelessness task force, delay changes to parking rules
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Decatur city commissioners voted unanimously Monday night to create a new homelessness task force, launching a months-long process that city officials say is needed as demand for homeless support rises. City of Decatur Assistant City Manager of...
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First Alert Forecast: Staying hot with increased storm chances by Thursday
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Heat and humidity continue through mid-week, but higher storm chances return Thursday and into parts of the weekend. First Alert Weather Days for storms Thursday, Saturday First Alert Weather Days are in effect for Thursday and Saturday as weak...
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Douglasville property taxes: How rising home assessments affect homeowners
Property taxes in Douglasville could rise for many residents due to higher home values, even though city leaders plan to keep the tax rate unchanged.
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DecaturFest draws over 140K visitors to Decatur Square during World Cup
Decatur Square is returning to normal after drawing over 140,000 people during a monthlong World Cup festival.
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Mother, daughter escape Canton home fire after lightning strike
A mother and her daughter escaped a devastating Cherokee County house fire in Canton after lightning struck their home.
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Andrew Tate and brother Tristan to fight UK extradition from US
Social media influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate plan to fight being sent to the United Kingdom where they face a host of rape and sex trafficking charges....
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Toddler found dead after being taken from home by father without permission, police say
MEMPHIS, Tenn. ( WMC /Gray News) - A Tennessee toddler was found dead Monday morning after he was taken by his biological father without permission. Memphis police said the boy’s father was taken into custody while officers continued to investigate what led up to 3-year-old Josep...
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Braves’ offense has seemingly woken up. Can the success continue vs. Padres?
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - The Atlanta Braves answered a dismal June with a stellar start to the second half, highlighted by their scoring barrage against the Texas Rangers this past weekend. Atlanta scored 29 runs in the three-game series, including a 15-1 rout Friday n...
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Victor Mederos delivers electric first career save as Braves beat Padres
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Bryce Elder pitched six strong innings, providing needed rest for an overworked bullpen and leading the Atlanta Braves to a 3-2 victory over the San Diego Padres on Monday night in the opener of a four-game home series. Michael Harris II and Oz...
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Track coach dies after vehicle hits ATV, sheriff says
POLK COUNTY, Neb. ( KSNB /Gray News) - A central Nebraska coach and former educator died in a crash Monday, officials said. Polk County Sheriff Dwaine Ladwig said the crash happened just after 6 a.m. on Highway 92, about 8 miles west of Osceola. Polk County dispatch received a 91...
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Atlanta mayor says FIFA World Cup was a huge success for the city
Atlanta’s recent World Cup events concluded with significant success, boosting local small businesses, city finances and neighborhood engagement. Mayor Andre Dickens told Channel 2’s Karyn Greer that the tournament’s substantial economic impact and the city’s efforts to ensure wi...
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A personal reflection: My parents to me: ‘We are citizens of the world’
Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens heralds a successful close to the 2026 World Cup at the Piedmont Park celebration of “soccer and sound” on July 19 with former Atlanta Mayor Andrew Young sharing the stage with other dignitaries. (Photo by Maria Saporta.) " data-large-file="https://i0....
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2 kids hospitalized, 1 on ventilator after taking THC gummies in Gwinnett motel
Two Gwinnett County children were hospitalized after taking THC gummies that police say belonged to their caregiver. Police say the adult, Ablakely Sorey, knew the kids had taken the gummies and needed medical attention, but didn’t do anything about it. After the incident at an e...
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50% tariffs slapped on hundreds of Canadian imports: Here's a list
The price of hundreds of Canadian goods could soon go up dramatically as the Trump administration reveals massive new tariffs against the United States’ second-largest trading partner....
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Hart County train crash: Tractor-trailer struck at railroad crossing
A tractor-trailer and a train engine collided Monday afternoon at a Hart County railroad crossing.
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‘I just smelled it’: Witness says he smelled odor for weeks before body found in donation box
ODESSA, Texas ( KOSA /Gray News) - Odessa police are working to identify a man found dead inside a clothes donation box last Friday at 8th Street and Coleman Avenue. Investigators say no signs of foul play were found. An autopsy has been ordered. Neighbor noticed odor weeks befor...
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Do you recognize him? Police seek suspect after theft at Loganville Publix
Police released surveillance video showing a thief taking a wallet from a shopper's purse at a Loganville Publix.
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Shoplifting suspect caught: Deputies find stolen goods in traffic stop
Stephens County deputies caught a wanted Statesboro man during a traffic stop on Toccoa Bypass near Mize Road following a convenience store theft.
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College Park transparency questions rile city attorney
The question of transparency has resurfaced in College Park following city attorney Winston Denmark’s response to the Georgia Attorney General’s Office concerning residents’ complaints alleging violation of the Open Meetings Act. (Photo by Adrianne Murchison.) " data-large-file="...
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Woman arrested for allegedly driving under the influence, hitting police car in Gwinnett County
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A woman was arrested in Gwinnett County for allegedly hitting a police car while driving under the influence, Gwinnett County police said. Police said 27-year-old Mahrukh Zubair was seen driving north in the southbound lanes of I-85 on July 4. ...
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Catoosa County barn fire destroys structure, truck and tractor
Fire destroyed a large barn, a truck and a tractor on Dennis Pierce Road in Catoosa County.
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Burglary suspect in critical condition after being shot by Commerce police
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Commerce police officers shot a suspect accused of breaking into a home on Thursday night after he lunged at them, according to the police department. Commerce police said Friday that the suspect underwent surgery and was in “critical but stabl...
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Blind man killed after oven accidentally turns on, ignites jacket in apartment
ANDERSON COUNTY, S.C. ( FOX Carolina /Gray News) - Officials in South Carolina released the name of the person who was killed in an early morning house fire on Sunday. The Anderson County Coroner’s Office identified the victim as 73-year-old Jerry Martin Ellis. Anderson County 91...
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Things you didn’t hear in Trump’s speech, despite the rumors
In the days leading up to President Donald Trump’s speech to the nation last week, speculation about what bombshells it might contain veered predictably from Venezuela to, of course, Georgia. First, it was rumored online that the imprisoned Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro had...
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Army veteran identified as suspect who started fire outside NYC federal building, authorities say
NEW YORK (AP) — A former U.S. Army soldier toting an anti-ICE sign set off fireworks, lit a fire and shot a pellet gun Monday morning outside a Manhattan federal office building, injuring three people before security officers subdued him, authorities said. Andrew Arrabaca, 43, we...
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Patient charged with assaulting, injuring hospital nurse, police say
GREENVILLE, N.C. ( WITN /Gray News) - A man is facing multiple charges after court documents show he assaulted and injured a nurse. 64-year-old Reginald Jones was arrested on Thursday. Warrants stated that on Monday, while Jones was a patient at ECU Health Medical Center in Green...
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Driver saved after vehicle goes down Sandy Springs embankment
Sandy Springs firefighters rescued a trapped driver on Friday after their vehicle went down an embankment.
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U.S. identifies 2 troops killed in Iran war weekend attack
WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - The Pentagon has identified two U.S. service members killed in Iranian missile and drone attacks on a military base in Jordan, as the number of American troops killed since the start of the war with Iran has climbed to 17. The Department of Defense said 1st...
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Winters Chapel Road water main replacement project set for August launch
DeKalb County launches the Winters Chapel water main replacement project on Aug. 10 to overhaul 3,100 feet of aging pipeline.
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Man wanted for stealing wallet at Loganville Publix, police say
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — A man is wanted for allegedly stealing a wallet from a woman at a Loganville Publix, police said. In released surveillance video, the man can be seen reaching into the woman’s purse while she is distracted grabbing milk. Anyone with information...
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Woman hospitalized after stray bullet hits Athens home
A woman went to a local hospital Sunday after a stray bullet hit her inside an Athens apartment.
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Trump Account or 529 Plan: Which is right for your student?
COBB COUNTY, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — President Donald Trump will be in Cobb County on Wednesday, where he’ll visit Wheeler High School to discuss his newly rolled out Trump Account program. The savings accounts are meant to help kids and families save for college or retirement...
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Measles returns to back-to-school conversation as Georgia vaccination rates slip
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Measles, once declared eliminated in the United States, was back in the back-to-school conversation as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said the nation was on pace to top last year’s measles case count by August. New CDC data show...
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Georgia charity claiming $10B in assets barred after donor fund misuse allegations
A Georgia charity that claimed to manage more than $10 billion in assets used charitable donations for private school tuition, family travel, real estate and other personal expenses, according to an emergency cease-and-desist order issued by Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger....
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Christian preschool employee charged with soliciting a minor
PICKENS COUNTY, S.C. ( FOX Carolina /Gray News) - Police in South Carolina said an employee at a Christian school was arrested on charges of soliciting a minor. According to the Easley Police Department, Heather Nichole Hill was arrested Friday. Police said Hill was charged with ...
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Local lettuce growers get more customers amid concerns over imported lettuce contamination
Owners of a local lettuce farm say they have seen a spike in customers, with concerns over Cyclospora parasite contamination from imported produce, particularly lettuce. Circle A Farms in Forsyth County north of Cumming produces seven varieties of lettuce in carefully monitored g...
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