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Lawsuit: Gwinnett School Fired Muslim Woman For Praying

A lawsuit filed this week in federal court claims a woman who worked at a Gwinnett County school was fired after asking supervisors to accommodate her daily prayer schedule.

Teacher Who Shared Anti-Trump Views In Front Of Students Submits Resignation

The Cherokee County School Board is poised to accept the resignation of a River Ridge High School math teacher who became embroiled in controversy after she was captured on video criticizing President Donald Trump in front of her students.

Driver Killed By Flying Wheel On GA-400 Identified

An Alpharetta woman died Thursday when a wheel from another vehicle crashed into her car during the height of the morning rush hour along S.R. 400 in Sandy Springs.

Tilted Kilt Shut Down After Second Failed Inspection

A Gwinnett County location of sports pub chain Tilted Kilt has been shut down by health inspectors after failing its second inspection in a row.

Atlanta Police: Don't Fall Victim To Phone Scam

Atlanta police are warning citizens of the resurgence of a phone scam, and not to fall for it.

DUI Mom Had Kids In Car For High-Speed Chase: Cops

A woman arrested for DUI after leading sheriff's deputies on a high-speed chase had her two young children unrestrained in the car at the time, authorities say.

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