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The Atlanta Urban Development Corporation and Atlanta Public Schools have signed a landmark agreement to transform eight surplus school properties into community assets. This initiative aims to revitalize underutilized spaces and enhance access to affordable housing and community services throughout Atlanta.
Health experts are urging Americans to get vaccinated against COVID-19 and the flu as a new survey reveals that less than half of the population plans to do so this season. With the fall approaching, public health officials emphasize the importance of vaccinations to help reduce the spread of these viruses.
A Flood Watch has been issued for multiple counties in Alabama and Georgia due to potential threats to life and property. The National Weather Service warns residents to stay alert as the alerts are in effect until the evening and morning of September 14, 2024.
DeKalb County Schools employees are facing significant financial strain due to ongoing payroll issues that have resulted in delayed and incomplete paychecks. Many workers report falling behind on bills, with some struggling to pay for essential services like childcare. The district is working with its payroll provider to resolve these issues, but employees remain anxious about their financial stability.
The family of George Glezmann, an Atlanta man held hostage by the Taliban since December 2022, has met with National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan at the White House, expressing newfound hope for his release. Family advisor George Taylor emphasized the positive nature of the discussions, stating that the government is committed to bringing Glezmann home.
A student was arrested at Duluth Middle School in Gwinnett County for bringing a semi-automatic 9mm pistol to school, prompting immediate action from fellow students who reported the incident. School officials emphasized the importance of accountability and urged parents to monitor their children's belongings and social media.
Claims surfaced during a presidential debate that immigrants in Springfield, Ohio, were eating pets, leading to significant public concern. However, investigations revealed these allegations to be unfounded, with local authorities and the governor working to address related issues stemming from the recent influx of immigrants.
College Park Mayor Bianca Motley Broom has filed a second lawsuit against the city, alleging violations of the Georgia Open Meetings Act during a recent council meeting. The lawsuit follows a controversial vote to censure her, where the interim city manager reportedly ordered police to remove the public from the room. City officials assert that the meeting was properly conducted as it was livestreamed.
Justin Mourning, a 46-year-old man, was shot and killed in downtown Alpharetta following an altercation with a motorcyclist over driving behavior. Mourning, described as a beloved family man and community member, leaves behind two children and a grieving spouse. The police have arrested 21-year-old Jaden Lewis, charging him with murder in connection to the incident.
A double shooting at a strip mall in Atlanta left one man critically injured, while police continue to investigate the incident. The shooting occurred on Martin Luther King Jr. Drive and involved two individuals who were transported to a nearby hospital. Initial reports mistakenly indicated that three men were shot.