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Top Atlanta news: 91-year-old driver killed in crash; ex-deputy gets 10 years for drug crimes; more

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Published on February 25, 2020
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91-year-old man killed in Cobb County crash

The 91-year-old driver died from injuries he sustained in a Sunday evening crash, police said. The driver of the other vehicle was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Read the full story on 11ALIVE.

Ex-Gwinnett deputy, Homeland Security officer sentenced for drug crimes

Following his guilty plea, Antione Riggins will spend the next 10 years in federal prison.

Read the full story on 11ALIVE.

Olympic marathon trials will translate to roadway upgrades in Midtown, downtown

This Saturday, top runners from around the country will converge on Atlanta to test their mettle in hopes of qualifying for the 2020 U.S. Olympic marathon team. Officials are working to identify potholes or metal plates and have them fixed ahead of time.

Read the full story on Curbed Atlanta.

Mold hazard closes firefighter training facility

The place responsible for training Atlanta's future firefighters is now closed.

Read the full story on 11ALIVE.

Eastside Trail segment reopens, as city crews work to fix sinkhole

A popular segment of the Atlanta Beltline’s Eastside Trail has reopened, four days after a sinkhole opened up between popular path-side restaurants Ladybird Grove & Mess Hall and Kevin Rathbun Steak.

Read the full story on Curbed Atlanta.


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