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Gwinnett Council Candidate Denies Tweets About Jews Were Racist

A candidate for city council in Suwanee is denying that he is a racist after his controversial posts on Twitter — many referring to Jews and Israel — were brought to light.

'Avengers' Production Causes Midtown Traffic Jam: Reports

Commuters driving home through Midtown today can blame Hollywood for the extra traffic congestion.

Police Officer Hit By Vehicle At Buckhead School

A motorist struck an Atlanta police officer who was directing traffic Thursday morning at a Buckhead school, and the officer was taken to a local hospital, according to a media report.

'Peeping Tom' Suspect May Have Gone To India

A man accused of using his phone to record video of a woman in a Forsyth County department store dressing room has missed a court appearance and may have fled to India, officials say.

'Blanket Atlanta With Love' Drive Collects Coats For Homeless

Fulton County District 5 Commissioner Marvin S. Arrington, Jr. is joining forces with the county's Department of Housing & Community Development to sponsor an initiative to collect winter coats, clothes and blankets to help those who are in need during the holiday season.

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