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• As World Cup nears, MARTA riders voice safety concerns after attacks

  04-06-2026 05:05 via cbsnews.com
  
  Following several high-profile incidents, including a deadly stabbing aboard a MARTA train, some riders say transit safety should be a top priority as Atlanta prepares for an influx of visitors during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
  
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• A year of compassion: One Bartow County man's daily mission to serve the unhoused

  05-06-2026 05:41 via cbsnews.com
  
  A Cartersville man has set out on a mission to help the people in his community who need it the most. Instead of once a week or several times a month, Brandon McCoy, through his non-profit Guided Light Recovery, said he is determined to help the unhoused and those in need across Bartow County for 365 consecutive days."I focus on seven days a week, personal contact with the homeless," McCoy said. "We give them food, water, personal hygiene items, clothes, shoes, and stuff like that and we al
  
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• 1 dead, 1 critically injured after hit-and-run involving landscaping workers on I-85 in College Park, authorities say

  05-06-2026 05:38 via cbsnews.com
  
  One person is dead and another is fighting for their life after a hit-and-run crash involving two landscaping workers along Interstate 85 in south Fulton County Thursday afternoon, according to the Georgia State Patrol.Troopers said they were called around 3:17 p.m. at the request of the College Park Police Department to investigate a possible fatal hit-and-run crash on the northbound I-85 collector-distributor lanes near the North Inner Loop Road ramp.According to investigators, two landscaping
  
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• Bartow County man’s 365-Day mission: Serving the unhoused, one day at a time

  05-06-2026 05:26 via cbsnews.com
  
  For nearly a year, a metro Atlanta man has dedicated every single day to helping the homeless in Bartow County—offering free food, supplies, and compassion from his tent in Cartersville. As he nears his 365-day goal, his grassroots movement is inspiring hope, building community, and changing lives on the streets.
  
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• Humidity returns: Georgia’s nice weather fades as afternoon storms move in

  05-06-2026 05:22 via cbsnews.com
  
  After a stretch of unusually comfortable, low-humidity days, Georgia is in for a warm and muggy change. Meteorologist Orelon Sidney breaks down what to expect as high pressure moves out, bringing back afternoon thunderstorms, rising temps, and increased humidity—plus a look at drought relief and the week ahead.
  
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• Fulton County approves $1.3M airport upgrade ahead of World Cup, ,major expansion planned

  05-06-2026 05:14 via cbsnews.com
  
  Fulton County commissioners have greenlit a $1.3 million upgrade to the county airport, the first phase of a sweeping expansion aimed at preparing for the World Cup and boosting local business. The multi-million dollar project includes a new fire and emergency facility and a 1,000-foot runway extension, with plans to finish by 2040—but questions remain about its impact on residents and nearby businesses.
  
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• Employee dies at troubled metro Atlanta USPS mail distribution center, officials say

  05-06-2026 02:00 via cbsnews.com
  
  An employee has died at the United States Postal Service's metro Atlanta distribution center, officials have confirmed with CBS News Atlanta.USPS officials have not identified the employee other than saying that they worked at the Atlanta Regional Processing and Distribution Center, or RPDC, in Palmetto, Georgia. Officials have also not shared any details regarding the circumstances surrounding his or her death.In a statement, a USPS spokesperson said the organization's thoughts are with the emp
  
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• Sports with Sam: Dream rematch, Braves’ NL east push, and USMNT’s Atlanta sendoff

  05-06-2026 00:40 via cbsnews.com
  
  The Atlanta Dream look for revenge in a playoff rematch, the Braves ride high atop the NL East, and the US Men’s National Team wraps up training at Atlanta’s state-of-the-art facility before heading to the World Cup stage.
  
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• Nation’s largest workforce skills competition kicks off in Atlanta

  05-06-2026 00:13 via cbsnews.com
  
  Thousands of students converged for the SkillsUSA National Leadership Conference, competing in 115+ trades from welding to healthcare. The event helps prep young professionals for high-demand careers and addresses workforce shortages.
  
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• Dry weather sticking around through most of the weekend in Georgia

  04-06-2026 23:54 via cbsnews.com
  
  Georgia is staying warm and dry for a while, but all the recent rain has been helping with the state's drought conditions.
  
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• STEM-a-Palooza inspires Cobb County educators with hands-on science

  04-06-2026 23:51 via cbsnews.com
  
  Cobb County’s annual STEM-a-Palooza brings teachers together for interactive workshops, demos, and creative learning. This year’s theme—In the Air, On the Land, and Under the Water—spotlights science in every environment.
  
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• Health Watch: Spring allergies hit pets hard—what owners should know

  04-06-2026 23:47 via cbsnews.com
  
  Millions of pets are battling seasonal allergies alongside their owners. Learn to spot the signs—like itching, licking, and skin issues—and what steps you can take to keep your furry friends comfortable this allergy season.
  
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• New ramps connecting I-285 and I-20 bring changes for drivers

  04-06-2026 23:40 via cbsnews.com
  
  Big changes are here that could reshape how traffic flows through one of metro Atlanta's busiest corridors.
  
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• Atlanta ramps up security as 1st World Cup Fan Fest nears

  04-06-2026 23:31 via cbsnews.com
  
  With thousands of soccer fans arriving for the first Men’s World Cup Fan Fest in Atlanta, local and national agencies launch major security operations—using new tech and even mounted police. Plus, State Farm Arena gears up for 19 concert nights during the tournament featuring artists like Summer Walker, Shakira, ASAP Rocky, and Ariana Grande.
  
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• Top metro stories on CBS News app: Unfinished Midtown tower, DA lawsuit, jail debate & giant lizard

  04-06-2026 23:20 via cbsnews.com
  
  Atlanta council eyes blight tax for stalled tower, DAs sue over election law, Fulton chair debate heats up, and state officials hunt a massive invasive lizard. Get the CBS News app for the latest updates.
  
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• Northlake Mall business owners frustrated by sudden eviction notices: "We just got here"

  04-06-2026 23:17 via cbsnews.com
  
  Business owners say they feel blindsided after being told they're being evicted from Northlake Mall.Around 10 businesses inside the mall will be impacted and have to vacate within 30 days of their eviction notice, according to business owners who spoke with CBS News Atlanta. "Disappointing, real sad, frustrating, we just got here, so now trying to navigate to a new spot with late notice is going to be hard," said Joice Fwamba, owner of Buy Elegance."Where are they going to go? Especially for som
  
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• Georgia lawmakers seek probe of state contracts, campaign finance tied to Gov. Kemp, Derek Dooley

  04-06-2026 23:17 via cbsnews.com
  
  More than 35 Democratic lawmakers urge Gov. Kemp to launch an independent probe into alleged "pay-to-play" state contracts awarded to Derek Dooley's family company, citing campaign finance concerns.
  
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• Northlake Mall businesses issued 30-day eviction notices

  04-06-2026 23:12 via cbsnews.com
  
  Business owners at Northlake Mall say they feel blindsided after being told they have to vacate their stores within 30 days.
  
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• Feds probe MARTA safety after deadly attacks raise rider concerns

  04-06-2026 23:09 via cbsnews.com
  
  The federal government is investigating MARTA’s safety protocols following two violent attacks, including a fatal stabbing on a moving train. The review will examine whether systemic issues are putting riders and workers at risk.
  
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• This giant salmonella-carrying invasive lizard is spreading in Georgia — officials say it must be stopped.

  04-06-2026 21:27 via cbsnews.com
  
  Georgia is home to a wide range of wildlife, from white-tailed deer and wild turkeys to black bears and American alligators. But lurking in the grasslands and forest clearings of at least two southeastern counties is a scaly intruder that state wildlife officials say poses a serious threat to native animals and crops alike.It's the Argentine black and white tegu.According to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, this large lizard, native to South America, has established a wild popul
  
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• Georgia financial advisor named as 1 of FBI's most wanted fraudsters

  04-06-2026 20:15 via cbsnews.com
  
  A man last seen in Georgia is now featured on the Federal Bureau of Investigation's new Most Wanted Fraudsters List.The federal law enforcement agency launched the list on Thursday, asking the public for help catching the 10 fugitives.One of those on the list is Christopher W. Burns, whom investigators say is wanted for his alleged involvement in a scheme involving the mail that defrauded dozens of victims out of at least $10 million.According to the FBI, Burns told his victims that he was inves
  
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• Atlanta named 1 of Uber's "most forgetful" cities: Here's what people are leaving behind

  04-06-2026 19:16 via cbsnews.com
  
  Ever kicked yourself because you've left something behind in a rideshare? If you live in Atlanta, you're definitely not alone.Uber has released its annual Lost & Found Index, a catalog of the wild things left behind by riders in the last year. The company found that Atlanta is the ninth-most "forgetful" city in the country, meaning that riders here are more likely to leave something than most.While Atlanta is high up on the list, the top spots are taken by New York, Miami, and Chicago.The co
  
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• Charges dropped against Falcons rookie Zachariah Branch after pre-draft arrest in Athens

  04-06-2026 18:34 via cbsnews.com
  
  Atlanta Falcons rookie wide receiver Zachariah Branch will not face charges stemming from his arrest in Athens just days before the NFL Draft.Prosecutors in Georgia have dropped two misdemeanor charges against the Falcons' third-round draft pick and former University of Georgia standout. Branch had been charged with obstruction of a law enforcement officer and obstructing a public sidewalk following an early morning incident outside a downtown Athens bar the weekend before the draft.Athens-
  
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• Georgia lawmakers request investigation into state contracts and campaign finance allegations involving Gov. Kemp and Derek Dooley

  04-06-2026 17:43 via cbsnews.com
  
  More than 35 Democratic state lawmakers are calling on Gov. Brian Kemp to open an independent investigation during a special session into what they describe as potential "pay-to-play" politics involving GOP U.S. Senate candidate Derek Dooley.In a joint statement released this week, the lawmakers said state records show the Dooley family company, CENTEGIX, received tens of millions of dollars in Georgia state contracts under Kemp's administration. They also raised concerns about reports that camp
  
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• New I-20 westbound ramp system opens to improve traffic flow in Atlanta

  04-06-2026 16:29 via cbsnews.com
  
  If you drive through the east or west sides of the I-285 and I-20 interchange this week, big changes are here that could reshape how traffic flows through one of metro Atlanta's busiest corridors.The Georgia Department of Transportation says a new dedicated connecting lane system on I-20 westbound at the I-285 interchange opened Thursday morning. The new configuration will direct westbound I-20 drivers into barrier-separated lanes that lead directly to I-285 northbound, I-285 southbound, an
  
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• ATL Spoke debuts as Atlanta's first autonomous shuttle, connecting West End MARTA to Beltline

  04-06-2026 15:24 via cbsnews.com
  
  You can now hop on Atlanta's first self-driving public transit shuttle.ATL Spoke soft-launched along the Southwest Beltline, giving riders their first chance to try the free service before its official launch Friday.The autonomous shuttles will provide free rides between the West End MARTA Station and the Southwest Beltline near Lee + White.It's a route creators say helps solve a "last mile" transportation challenge for people trying to access restaurants, stores, and entertainment without drivi
  
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• "Beyond the Gates" and "The Young and the Restless" stars film historic crossover episode in Atlanta

  04-06-2026 14:55 via cbsnews.com
  
  It's rare to see crossovers on television, especially when it comes to daytime dramas. However, starting on June 9, CBS's powerhouse soaps, "Beyond the Gates" and "The Young and the Restless," will collide in what the network is calling the sweeping multi-episode "landmark event." "So here we are again breaking the glass ceiling," actress Tamara Tunie, who plays Anita Dupree on "Beyond the Gates," said. "I believe that it is one of the most exciting experiences of this shooting season," actor Cl
  
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• Atlanta weather: Sunny skies, rising heat, and a shift toward rain by Sunday

  04-06-2026 14:52 via cbsnews.com
  
  Metro Atlanta is in for several more days of dry, sunny, and comfortable weather thanks to a strong area of high pressure dominating the Southeast. Temperatures will gradually warm from the 70s into the 80s through the weekend, with only a slight increase in humidity as winds shift from the south. Rain chances hold off through Saturday, making it the best day for outdoor plans, before showers and storms begin returning by Sunday and continue into early next week.
  
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• “Beyond the gates” meets “The Young and the Restless” in first-ever CBS soap crossover event

  04-06-2026 14:45 via cbsnews.com
  
  It's rare to see crossovers on television, especially when it comes to daytime dramas. However, starting on June 9, CBS's powerhouse soaps, "Beyond the Gates" and "The Young and the Restless," will collide in what the network is calling the sweeping multi-episode "landmark event."
  
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• Trump administration opens safety probe into MARTA following violent attacks in metro Atlanta

  04-06-2026 14:20 via cbsnews.com
  
  The federal government wants answers about safety on Atlanta's transit system, and MARTA has 15 days to provide them.U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy on Thursday directed the Federal Transit Administration to launch a formal investigation into MARTA, scrutinizing the agency's security spending, safety protocols and risks to riders and workers. The investigation comes after two violent attacks on MARTA property in a single week, including the fatal stabbing of a 66-year-old woman aboar
  
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