Here's what you need to know about what's happening in Atlanta.
Congress hopeful seeks ruling to use campaign funds for health insurance
Democrat Nabilah Islam is petitioning the Federal Election Commission with the argument that allowing candidates to use campaign funds to pay for health insurance will make it easier for people from marginalized communities to run for office.
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Students evacuated after gas leak reported at school
A gas leak was reported at Drew Charter School on Wednesday morning. Crews identified a malfunctioning part on the meter outside of the school. Technicians were able to complete the repairs and students returned to the building, officials said.
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Police test facial recognition technology
The Atlanta Police Department is one of the few law enforcement agencies in the country using the facial recognition software Clearview AI.
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City Council moves forward with creation of Office of Inspector General
The Atlanta City Council moved forward with legislation Tuesday to amend the city’s charter to create the Office of Inspector General. As a charter amendment, the ordinance will require three reads and two adoptions by council. Tuesday’s vote was the second read and first adoption of the legislation.
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Groundbreaking held for first segment of Atlanta BeltLine Southside Trail
A groundbreaking ceremony was held Wednesday for the first phase of the four-mile Southside Trail-West.
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