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Outkast suing Atlanta EDM duo over 'ATLiens' name
ATLANTA - Iconic rap group Outkast is suing another Atlanta-based duo over who has the rights to the name "ATLiens." High Schoolers LLC, the trademark holding company established by rappers Antwan Patton, aka Big Boi, and Andre Benjamin, better known as Andre 3000, filed the lawsuit in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Georgia on Aug. 20.
X's and Noles: Georgia Tech Film Review
Welp that wasn't how Mike Norvell saw the season starting. It wasn't how any Florida State fan saw the season starting either. After a third watch we don't feel quite as bad about the play throughout the game but I'm not sure we feel much better either. Join the X's and Noles trio as they break down EVERY play from the Georgia Tech game.
Ex-Atlanta CFO Jim Beard to be sentenced in city hall corruption case
ATLANTA - Jim Beard, the former chief financial officer for the City of Atlanta during Mayor Kasim Reed's administration, will find out how long he'll be in prison for embezzling city funds and falsifying tax records during his time with the city. Beard pleaded guilty to federal tax program theft...
Georgia Heatwave Expected This Week: Highs Reach Mid-90s Across Peachtree City
Peachtree City, GA – Georgia residents should prepare for a scorching week ahead as temperatures rise significantly, particularly from Tuesday onwards. The forecast indicates a steady climb in temperatures, peaking in the mid-90s from Tuesday through Thursday. Tuesday’s high is expected to reach 94°F, with clear skies and abundant...
Beltline makes official trail names and boundaries
The Atlanta Beltline dropped the "L," and now it's drawing boundaries and formalizing names. How it works: Beltline officials this month released an updated "naming convention" for the biking and jogging trails that aligns with the path's location in the city. They also clarified where trails begin or end. Why...
FIRST ALERT FORECAST: Hotter in the midweek
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - The gorgeous weather continues through the evening. Tonight, we will see clear skies as low temperatures drop to the upper 60s. Temperatures will continue to heat up tomorrow. Tuesday’s summary. High - 94°. Normal high - 88°. Chance of rain - 0% There...
Nonprofit breaks ground on facility to ease the transition to adulthood
At the groundbreaking for a facility that will house young adults leaving foster care, U.S 4th District Congressman Hank Johnson recalled when he was the age at which the state stops providing foster care. “I was about to turn 18 when I came to Atlanta from Washington to go to college. My mother insisted that I get in touch with an aunt who lived in Atlanta so she could be available if I needed anything. I was fortunate; I had family that made sure I had what I needed to transition into adulthood. I certainly wasn’t ready to do it on my own,” he said.
Florence by Mills Enters Eyewear Market With America’s Best
DULUTH, Ga.—National Vision, Inc., one of the nation’s largest optical retailers providing quality, affordable eyecare and eyewear, announced it has teamed up with florence by mills for the launch of the Gen-Z focused brand’s eyewear collection in all 1,000+ America’s Best stores. In an exclusive retail partnership with National Vision’s America’s Best brand, the launch expands award-winning actor Millie Bobby Brown’s beauty, lifestyle and fashion line to the American eyewear market, according to the announcement.
APS raises teacher salary for 2024-2025 school year
The 2024-2025 school year budget includes the largest district-wide teacher pay increase in Atlanta Public School history. Teachers receive an average pay increase of 11% and non-teaching staff receive up to 5% pay increase. “As a board member and an advocate for education, I’ve always been vocal about the need...
Mother of Atlanta woman killed in street racing hit-and-run pleads for driver to come forward
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - It’s not hard to tell that Shantea Reeves was loved. Sunday, her family laid her to rest, after just 32 short years on Earth. “My daughter was an angel to all. When you’d first meet, she brought a smile to your face,” said Shantea’s mother Della.
Atlanta Pro Sports on TV … Braves, Falcons, United and Dream
MLB – MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL. Aug. 26, Mon. – at Minnesota Twins, 7:40 pm – Bally. Aug. 27, Tues. – at Minnesota Twins, 7:40 pm – Bally. Aug. 28, Wed. – at Minnesota Twins, 7:40 pm – Bally. Aug. 29, Thurs. – at...
Justin Thomas Squeezes into Championship Field
August 25, 2024 – Atlanta, GA – Former University of Alabama golfer Justin Thomas has secured the final spot in the prestigious 30-player field for next week’s Tour Championship at East Lake Golf Club in Atlanta. In a dramatic close to the BMW Championship, Thomas managed to climb into the coveted 30th position in the FedExCup standings, ensuring his chance to compete for the season’s ultimate prize.
Personal records fall for XC Canes
Numerous CHS cross country runners set personal bests on Saturday, Aug. 25 at the Bob Blastow meet held in Whitesburg, including a new school record by Sophia Burns. Burns, a freshman, set the Cartersville girls’ new mark with a time of 19:25.55. Six of the top eight CHS girls runners left with a personal record on Saturday.
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