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Governor Signs Metro Atlanta Transit Plan

Gov. Nathan Deal on Friday signed legislation into law that could kickstart the expansion of mass transit services throughout a 13-county metro Atlanta area.

Officers Shoot, Kill Man With Rifle At Restaurant

Off-duty Fulton County Sheriff's Office deputies shot and killed a man at an Atlanta bar and restaurant early Friday after authorities say he picked up a rifle in the business's parking lot. The shooting was the second time this week that an off-duty law enforcement officer shot someone in Atlanta.

Best Georgia Homes To Play And Have Fun In

Girls just want to have fun. Wait a minute, so do guys and kids of all ages. Why leave the house to watch a movie, go bowling or take a dip, when you can just buy a house to play and have fun in?

Thieves Steal City Public Works Truck: Cops

The truck, which was loaded with various pieces of lawn equipment, was stolen early Wednesday morning.

Patch Contest: Share Your Best Photos From Around Georgia

It's said that a picture is worth a thousand words. In this case, it could also be worth a $50 gift card.

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