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Top Atlanta news: Comedian cancels show over 'heartbeat' law; brothers charged with taking cop's gun

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Published on June 17, 2019
Top Atlanta news: Comedian cancels show over 'heartbeat' law; brothers charged with taking cop's gunPhoto: Eva Rinaldi/flickr

Here's what you need to know about what's happening in Atlanta.

Actress, comedian Tiffany Haddish cancels show in Atlanta over 'heartbeat' law

Actress, comedian Tiffany Haddish cancels show in Georgia over 'heartbeat' law.

Read the full story on Boston 25 News.

Two brothers arrested for assaulting Atlanta officer, taking his weapon

The police officer was assaulted at a Southwest Atlanta gas station last week as he tried to break up an altercation.

Read the full story on 11ALIVE.

No injuries reported after shooting at northwest Atlanta apartment complex

A witness at the Flipper Temple Apartments said residents had been plagued by so-called gang-bangers in the past.

Read the full story on 11ALIVE.

Rapper T.I. and Atlanta church work to end mass imprisonment

Music artist T.I. is lending his voice to a project involving the late Martin Luther King Jr.'s home church in Atlanta. Ebenezer Baptist Church plans a three-day conference at the historic church in Atlanta to address mass incarcerations.

Read the full story on Houston Chronicle.

Atlanta History Center purchases rare Civil War battle flag carried by black Union troops

It's one of 11 painted by David Bustill Bowser, the son of a fugitive slave. It's the only known surviving flag.

Read the full story on 11ALIVE.


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