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Buford Superintendent Resigns Amid Racist Comments

The Buford school system's superintendent, Geye Hamby, resigned on Friday amid allegations he made racist comments towards black people which were captured on audio. He's alleged have said he wanted to kill black construction workers he was angry at, reports say, as well as a repeated racial slur.

Shooting Victim Survived 'Concentration Camp' In Bosnia: Family

Snellville police have filed murder charges against Troy Hunte, the accused in a deadly Walmart parking lot shooting on Sunday. The victim, a Bosnian refugee, survived a concentration camp during the Bosnian War, his family says, and "was a selfless character with one of the purest hearts."

Mercedes-Benz Stadium Drops Food Prices Even Lower

At Mercedes-Benz Stadium, where affordable food and beverages already are a calling card for owner Arthur Blank, some prices are dropping even lower.

Kroger Will Phase Out Plastic Bags In GA

The day is coming when you'll no longer hear "paper or plastic" at the Kroger stores in Georgia.

Baby Diamondback Turtles Arrive At Zoo Atlanta: WATCH

Some baby turtles have arrived at Zoo Atlanta in a cross-state move officials hope will raise awareness about threats facing the tiny (for now) Georgia natives.

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