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A new habitat at the 530‑acre Georgia Safari Conservation Park in Madison expands close-up animal encounters and overnight safari stays. Reservations are required.
Politics & Govt in ...
Sole Commissioner Noah Bishop extended a yearlong moratorium on new data centers in unincorporated Murray County while staff drafts land‑use rules. The pause runs through July 7, 2027.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
Coca‑Cola says fairlife was targeted by ransomware and has paused U.S. production while investigators assess the impact; company says product safety is intact.
A Ball Ground family's Nest camera recorded a black bear toppling a bird feeder overnight and neighbors say sightings have been rising across the north metro area.
A 45-year-old Venezuelan man died while being moved between ICE detention centers in Georgia; his family says he was denied needed medication and wants answers.
The GBI has opened an independent investigation into a shooting involving a Commerce police officer on Orchard Circle. Officials say details are limited and the probe is ongoing.
Financial disclosures show the SBA chief held $1M–$5M stakes in xAI and SpaceX that ballooned after SpaceX’s record IPO, producing multi‑million dollar gains. Watchdog scrutiny now follows.
Community & Society in ...
After decades behind bars and dozens of job rejections, Atlanta organizer Marilynn Winn won a pardon that could let her restrict a long arrest record and pursue steady work.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
City crews used vehicle‑mounted AI scans and an upgraded command center to find and fix roadway problems ahead of World Cup crowds.
South Fulton is offering up to $25,000 in no-repay grants to seniors for home repairs; applications close July 31 and early pop-up sessions drew long lines.
A 19-year-old faces homicide and DUI charges after a Highway 316 crash in April that killed a Kennesaw State nursing student. Court testimony this week cited speed and alcohol evidence.
A storm-driven FAA ground stop paused inbound flights at Hartsfield-Jackson on Thursday evening, creating delays and rebookings across ATL's evening schedule.
Generative AI is powering voice‑cloning and deepfake scams in Georgia and South Florida, producing convincing impersonations that have cost victims millions.
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