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Mississippi troopers say a commercial inspection on I‑22 turned up roughly 376 lb of meth, 82 lb of marijuana and 2 kg of cocaine; a McDonough driver was arrested.
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Ché René Macarons will open a Studio House pop-up in June, serving Southern Peach Cobbler macarons and new World Cup–timed items.
Arts & Culture in ...
Gloria and Emily Estefan's Basura launches May 30 at the Alliance Theatre in Atlanta. The mother‑daughter duo co-wrote the score for a musical inspired by Paraguay's Recycled Orchestra.
Real Estate & Development in ...
Invest Atlanta authorized $925,000 to upgrade Upper Alabama Street and Peachtree Fountains Plaza at Underground Atlanta ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026. Expect new seating, screens, food‑truck sites and small‑business microgrants.
Politics & Govt in ...
No clear winner in Georgia's open 10th District after May 19 primaries; tens of thousands of ballots remain and a competitive GOP field could head to a runoff.
Five people were injured when a boat exploded in Land Shark Cove on Lake Lanier; investigators say a failed hull blower likely caused the blast. Victims were taken to a Gainesville hospital and are expected to recover.
A Gwinnett tattoo‑shop owner was arrested after police say he kidnapped, assaulted and tattooed an underage girl; neighbors say they are stunned by the allegations.
Weather & Environment in ...
Warm and mostly sunny Tuesday; thunderstorm chances increase Thursday through the holiday weekend.
A 167‑unit senior‑living campus in Fayetteville sold for nearly $50M and will be rebranded Village Park Fayetteville under new ownership and operator.
Retail & Industry in ...
Unified Legacy will invest $125 million to build a Macon plant that aims to create about 500 jobs and supply parts to data center and aerospace firms.
Community & Society in ...
A Lil Pantry in Fitzgerald sold a $1 million Powerball ticket after Saturday’s drawing. Georgia Lottery explains claim steps, taxes and deadlines for the prize.
Family & Kids in ...
A DeKalb mother says she withdrew her 12-year-old from McNair Middle after videos showed classmates slapping and dragging him; the district is investigating.
Surveillance footage captured an armed robbery at a Lilburn vape shop; police later arrested an 18‑year‑old. Investigators are asking the public for tips.
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