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KKK Denied Permit To Burn Cross On Stone Mountain: Report

The Ku Klux Klan has been denied a permit to burn a cross on Stone Mountain, according to news reports. The action from Stone Mountain Memorial Association comes amid heightened tensions over Confederatism, the symbols and imagery of the Old South.

Powerball Jackpot Jumps To $510 Million, Where To Buy Tickets In Georgia

For the first time in more than a year, the Powerball jackpot has climbed above half-a-billion dollars. No one hit the jackpot Wednesday, so it soars to $510 million for the Saturday, Aug. 19, drawing.

Douglas County Teacher Shoots Self At School

A teacher at Lithia Springs High School was rushed to the hospital after he shot himself Thursday morning at the school.

Confederate Flag Taken Down In Kennesaw: Report

A Confederate flag hanging from a pole at a prominent intersection in Kennesaw has been torn down, according to news reports.

Right-Wing Anti-Google Rally In Atlanta Is Canceled

Scared for their own safety, organizers have canceled plans for a far right-wing rally Saturday at Google's offices in Atlanta. Atlanta was to have been one of nine locations for March on Google.

Canadian Man Flew To Atlanta To Have Sex With Marietta Girl: FBI

A Canadian man flew into Atlanta to have sex with a 13-year-old Marietta girl, federal officials announced Wednesday.

Northside Hospital To Merge Operations With Gwinnett Health System

Sandy Springs-based Northside Hospital on Thursday announced that it has reached an agreement with Gwinnett Health System to merge its operations.

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