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Georgia’s Meta settlement should go to nurturing and healing children
The $17 billion Meta settlement should be spent on mental health support for children and paying for aftershool and summer school...
I reported on the Apalachee school shooting. Here’s why I felt conflicted.
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Italian tiremaker plans $1.2B plant expansion with 1,000 jobs in Georgia
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It’s raining boxes: Amazon drones overwhelm a Texas suburb
In Richardson, a fleet of drones has started to deliver goods quickly. But the noise is drowning out life for some residents: ‘...
The New York City Marathon route is changing. Here’s what’s different.
For the first time since 2011, the New York City Marathon course is changing. Here's what to know.
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Italian tiremaker plans $1.2B plant expansion with 1,000 jobs in Georgia
Pirelli on Tuesday said it will invest $1.2 billion to expand its existing U.S. headquarters and manufacturing facility in northw...
Former Regional Transit Authority executive back in the running for CEO aft...
A former Regional Transit Authority executive who last month was knocked out of consideration in the agency
Kenner business owner accused of filming customers with hidden cameras in h...
A Kenner business owner Henry Rios is accused of recording the restroom of his sign and banner business.
Jefferson CEO will chair Philadelphia region’s chamber of commerce
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Contractor hits gas line leading to evacuations in Metairie neighborhood
The East Bank Consolidated Fire Department evacuated residents in a Metairie neighborhood after a gas leak caused by a contractor...
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Man detonated explosive device during confrontation with officers in Charle...
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State Fair and more: 15 things to do in metro Atlanta this weekend
The fun includes a performance by the multi-Grammy Award-winning group Little Big Town at the Fox Theatre and a Pixel Putt Mini G...
3 Class 7A schools lead state in scoring average through Week 5
Class 7A schools Carrollton, Valdosta and Newton lead the state in scoring average through Week 5 of the regular season.
How Falcons, Stefanski have fared in short weeks in recent years
The Falcons suffered their worst home loss in Mercedes-Benz Stadium history Sunday, falling 34-3 to the Carolina Panthers, and th...
Composite rankings: Johnson County edges Lincoln County as new Class A No. 1
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Advice: How could my friend of 40 years not invite me to her son’s wedding?
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Taxpayers’ Union denies allegations in Nicky Hager book Dirty Work that l...
The Taxpayers’ Union settled an employment dispute involving allegations of sexual harassment against its executive director Jo...
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People are running to board the ferry – running. And not because they’re late. Then the penny finally drops.
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Frank Ski launches weekly YouTube podcast ‘Frankly Speaking’
V-103 host Frank Ski has started a podcast, "Frankly Speaking," featuring interviews with politicians, celebrities and lifestyle...
Fall in metro Atlanta: 11 festivals not to miss
A list of 11 metro Atlanta fall festivals not to miss, including Blue Stone Arts & Music Festival, Stone Mountain Highland Games...
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Final Fantasy Director Says Xenogears ‘Sounds Like A Tough Game’ To Rem...
What began as a possible Final Fantasy game deserves to have its legacy preserved
Ken Jennings Proves He’s A Born Poster, References ‘Slut Gnomes’ Meme...
Ken Jennings might be the first Jeopardy! host who can be categorized as “terminally online.” Not only does he post with the...
A Delisted Kingdom Hearts Game With Major Story Implications Is (Unofficial...
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Xbox Is Merging Its Two Forza Teams Into One Studio Focused On Forza Horizo...
Today, Xbox announced that the original studio behind its popular racing franchise, Forza, will be merging with the team behind t...
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From Army diesel mechanic to the operating room: San Antonio surgical tech...
From Army diesel mechanic to the operating room: San Antonio surgical tech marks nearly 40 years of patient care
Filming Wraps on the Long-Awaited Sequel to ‘It Follows’
The cast and crew of Whalefall discuss getting advice from your father’s ghost on how to escape the belly of a sperm whale. Rus...
‘Resident Evil’ Star Austin Abrams Looked to ‘Shaun of the Dead’ fo...
The star of Zach Cregger's hit video game adaptation didn't worry about his character looking goofy in his fight for survival.
Beats’ 360 Over-Ear Headphones Were Designed Specifically for Gym Rats
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PHL and Newark airports experiencing delays after FAA equipment issue groun...
PHL Airport is operating with minimal delays following Monday's FAA ground stoppage that caused hundreds of delays and cancellati...
Technical issue causing delays at San Diego International Airport
Travelers can expect delays early Tuesday as a ticketing system issue slows processing at Terminals 1 and 2. The airport remains...
Some delays persist at Boston Logan Airport after significant disruption
Air traffic control equipment issue triggered a northeast groundstop. Logan is recovering, but some travelers are still seeing de...
Grant speeds up airline negotiations at Arnold Palmer Regional Airport
The airport authority's director told Pittsburgh's Action News 4 that he hopes commercial flights are back by early 2027.
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What’s new after Nolan Wells grand jury report released: Crump, Don Lemon...
After a Mississippi grand jury refused to indict in the death of Nolan Wells, there were calls for a further investigation from B...
Mikie Sherrill elevated Dale Caldwell to new heights. His supporters say hi...
New Jersey Lt. Gov. Dale Caldwell is being investigated for alleged inappropriate behavior toward women. His supporters say it's...
The least loyal Republican
Fitzpatrick’s Democratic challenger, Bob Harvie, has lambasted the Bucks County Republican as a “rubber stamp” for Trump. H...
Gov. Josh Shapiro has raised $60 million for his reelection campaign. What...
According to Shapiro's campaign, the first-term Democratic governor has added $13.3 million to his war chest since June, as he ma...
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Look up 100 top-paid employees at nonprofit health systems in the Philadelp...
Employee pay and benefits typically account for more than half of health system expenses and have contributed to rising healthcar...
The people building Philadelphia are breaking down
The construction industry is facing a mental health crisis. In Philadelphia, workers can find more help than ever, but layoffs, l...
Patrick Clancy suggests a ‘compassionate way’ to handle cases like Lind...
In an extended cut of his “60 Minutes” interview, Patrick Clancy discussed his views on justice in cases that revolve around...
Dolly Parton sought experimental treatment in Germany: report
Dolly Parton secretly spent a week in Germany last year undergoing experimental cancer treatment, according to a new report.