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National bail fund returns to Georgia after judge says limits were arbitrary
ATLANTA (AP) — The Bail Project, a national nonprofit that aids thousands of low-income people behind bars, said Monday it is reopening its Atlanta branch after a judge temporarily blocked part of a Georgia law that restricts organizations from helping people pay bail. Last month, the Bail Project said it would no longer be able to […]
Researchers work to change perception of weeds in Georgia
With ecology as common ground, Mario Bretfeld, Michael Blackwell, and Eric Duncan have taken on a bit of a marketing project. They want people to love weeds. Using scientific acumen, the trio want people to reconsider certain plants as beneficial to the environment, thanks to a project housed at Kennesaw State University's Field Station.
Illegal evictions on the rise: DeKalb woman says she was forced out of her apartment at gunpoint
A DeKalb County mother says she was illegally evicted from her home by gunpoint. A Channel 2 Action News investigation discovered there was no court order on file when that attempted eviction happened.
DeKalb County man who is legally blind and has schizophrenia reported missing
DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. — The DeKalb County Police Department's Special Victims Unit is searching for a missing 53-year-old man. Police said that Aaron Fitzgerald Williams was last seen on Thursday, July 18, leaving his home at Treehills Parkway in Redan. He was wearing blue jeans, a gray shirt and black shoes.
2nd Casual Market Atlanta grows resources for outdoor segment
ATLANTA – The second annual Summer Casual Market Atlanta surpassed expectations, with 15% growth in showrooms and temporary exhibits over the inaugural year. The market, which ran July 15-18 at AmericasMart Atlanta, attracted furniture and outdoor/patio buyers, as well as interior designers and gift/home retailers seeking diverse sourcing opportunities.
Druski Announces Inaugural Comedy and Music Festival ‘Coulda Fest’ in Atlanta
Druski, the popular comedian and internet personality, has announced the launch of his first-ever comedy and music festival, “Coulda Fest.” The festival, which will be produced by Outback Presents, will take place on September 7 at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta. “Coulda Fest” will be co-hosted by...
ATLANTA DRAW. Juncheng Shang’s prediction with Martin next. H2H and rankings
Juncheng Shang is about to begin his run in the draw in Atlanta. In the previous edition of this tournament, he beat Yasutaka Uchiyama 7-6(4) 7-5, Arthur Cazaux 6-4 6-7(2) 6-1 and Ben Shelton 6-4 6-4. Draw prediction with head to head records. This is Juncheng Shang’s projected draw includinghispresumable...
Atlanta luxury high-rise residents grapple with ongoing water issue
ATLANTA - It’s been nearly two months since a massive water main break in the city of Atlanta left thousands of residents without water as crews worked to repair the outages that lasted days. Some residents of a downtown luxury apartment building say they are still without running water.
Westside Future Fund Celebrates Spelman College Professor Purchasing A Home In English Avenue
Westside Future Fund (WFF) is proud to celebrate another member of our community finding a home on the Westside. Last month, Dr. Alix Pierre purchased a home in the English Avenue neighborhood. As a professor at Spelman College, Dr. Pierre meets WFF’s community retention guidelines for its signature high-quality, affordable housing program, Home on the Westside. HOTW prioritizes housing for those with live, work, and learn connections to the historic Westside.
Pedestrian Struck on Reinhardt College Parkway in Canton
A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle on Reinhardt College Parkway in Canton Monday, the the Canton Police Department reports. Officers were dispatched at 1:51 p.m. Monday to the crash, according to Canton PD. The pedestrian was transported to Wellstar Kennestone Hospital, Officer Pacer Cordry told the Tribune in an email. The eastbound lanes of Reinhardt College Parkway in Canton were closed from Waleska Road to Reservoir Drive while authorities responded. The road was open again by 4:30 p.m.
GreyStone Amphitheater Fall Concert Series Line-Up Revealed
The City of Douglasville is thrilled to unveil the exciting lineup for its highly anticipated Fall Concert Series. Hosted at the GreyStone Amphitheater at the Douglasville Town Green, this year’s series promises to be unforgettable with performances by two renowned artists: Brian McKnight and Marc Cohn. On Saturday, August...
'Backing the Need:' School Supply Drive Returns to Cobb Civic Center
MARIETTA — About 70 volunteers helped sort supplies and pack backpacks during the fourth annual Backing the Need drive at the Cobb Civic Center on Saturday. The drive, co-hosted by KIDS CARE and the Cobb County Police Department, collected new backpacks and school supplies for local students in need. Leading up to the final public drop-off event, donations were accepted at all five Cobb police precincts and headquarters as well...
North Metro Atlanta residents weigh in on impacts of I-285 express lane project
NORTH METRO ATLANTA — Dozens of Sandy Springs and Dunwoody residents were on hand July 16 to grasp the scope of the state’s next regional project for Metro Atlanta’s Perimeter. More than 135 people attended the Georgia Department of Transportation’s open house at Dunwoody City Hall.
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