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• Record heat possible in Atlanta ahead of mostly dry cold front

  15-10-2026 14:43 via cbsnews.com
  
  Atlanta could reach a record high of 88 degrees Thursday, with an air quality alert in effect across the metro area. A mostly dry cold front arrives Friday, bringing cooler weekend highs of 67 Saturday and 65 Sunday.
  
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• Georgia midterm election turnout surpasses 400,000 on 3rd day of early voting, data shows

  15-10-2026 19:18 via cbsnews.com
  
  Early voting continues across Georgia, and the state is seeing high traffic at its polling places.According to the Secretary of State's Office, more than 436,000 Georgians have already cast their vote as of noon on Thursday. That's around 5.8% of all of the state's over 7.5 million active voters.Most of the voters cast their ballots in-person, with about 18,300 mail-in ballots already accepted.The counties with the highest percentage of turnout so far during the early voter period included Towns
  
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• Georgia man says Coweta deputies used Flock cameras to track him after he sued them

  15-10-2026 19:08 via cbsnews.com
  
  A Georgia man is suing Flock Safety and Coweta County officials, alleging deputies used license plate cameras to track him in retaliation for an earlier lawsuit accusing them of excessive force.Tyler Murkerson filed the proposed class-action lawsuit on Oct. 8 in federal court in Newnan. It names Flock Group, which operates as Flock Safety, Coweta County, Sheriff Lenn Wood and sheriff's deputies as defendants.The lawsuit alleges deputies searched Murkerson's vehicle information without a legitima
  
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• Inspection of Six Flags' Goliath roller coaster found no violations before deadly incident, officials say

  15-10-2026 18:54 via cbsnews.com
  
  Georgia Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner John King said that his office's regulators had inspected Six Flags Over Georgia's Goliath roller coaster months before the incident that killed one man and injured four minors on Monday.In an update, King said that his investigators were working diligently to learn what led to the death of 42-year-old Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem onboard the ride, and will continue to review the evidence, equipment, and relevant documentation.Witnesses told CBS New
  
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• Georgia school bus monitor, city council member accused of showing porn to children

  15-10-2026 17:54 via cbsnews.com
  
  A Georgia school bus monitor has been fired and arrested after he was accused of showing pornographic material to children while on the job.The Georgia Bureau of Investigation said that 70-year-old Jerry Alvin Sweat of Alma, Georgia, is charged with exhibiting harmful materials to minors.The GBI says its investigation began on Oct. 7, when the Bacon County School District asked the agency to investigate allegations that Sweat displayed the pornographic material to minors. At the time of the alle
  
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• Jaemor Farms creates Dolly Parton-themed corn maze in North Georgia

  15-10-2026 17:46 via cbsnews.com
  
  Ever wonder how a cornfield becomes a giant puzzle you can actually walk through? At Jaemor Farms in North Georgia, creating a corn maze takes months of planning, a little patience and help from the experts.The farm's latest maze pays tribute to country music legend Dolly Parton, combining a fall favorite with a celebration of the singer's music and philanthropy.Jesse Gibson and her family have called Jaemor Farms home since 1912. What was once primarily farmland and cattle pastures has evolved
  
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• 5 family members killed in apparent murder-suicide at Coffee County home identified as investigation continues

  15-10-2026 17:29 via cbsnews.com
  
  Investigators with the city of Douglas, Georgia have released the identities of the five adults killed in an apparent murder-suicide last week.Douglas police officers and Coffee County sheriff's deputies say they responded shortly after 11 p.m. on Oct. 9, to a report of an active shooter at a home on the 1800 block of Robin Lane in the Touchton Wood neighborhood.At the home, investigators say they found four adults dead. A fifth adult was rushed to Coffee Regional Medical Center, where they died
  
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• How a Georgia farm turned a cornfield into a Dolly Parton maze

  15-10-2026 16:52 via cbsnews.com
  
  Go behind the scenes at Jaemor Farms to see how months of planning, GPS and paper maps turn a cornfield into a walkable puzzle. This year’s Dolly Parton-themed maze is open through Nov. 8.
  
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• Clark Atlanta student killed in crash during homecoming week; driver charged with vehicular homicide

  15-10-2026 16:20 via cbsnews.com
  
  Clark Atlanta University is mourning student Morgan Gamble after a driver struck her vehicle in a fatal crash Tuesday night in Atlanta.The driver, Nikolai Dunford, was arrested at the scene and charged with speeding, reckless driving and first-degree vehicular homicide, according to Atlanta police.Officers responded around 11:30 p.m. to Hank Aaron Drive and Glen Street, where they found Gamble with critical injuries. She was taken to a hospital and later died.Atlanta Police Department Investigat
  
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• 81-year-old man killed outside Georgia Walmart was likely a bystander, investigators say

  15-10-2026 15:17 via cbsnews.com
  
  An 81-year-old Lula man was shot and killed in a Georgia Walmart parking lot Wednesday, and now police are searching for the shooter. According to the Gainesville Police Department, James Edward McDaniel was struck just after 7 p.m. when gunfire erupted outside the store. Investigators believe he was an innocent bystander, according to the preliminary findings.The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to call 911.
  
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• Little Five Points ghost tours bring Atlanta's spooky stories and queer history to life

  15-10-2026 14:34 via cbsnews.com
  
  Little Five Points is known for going big during spooky season. Throughout October, ghost tours are giving visitors a look at the neighborhood's history and haunting local lore.The neighborhood offers three types of tours: Queens of the Crypt, an LGBTQ+ tour led by drag performers, regular ghost tours, and boozy ghost tours, according to tour manager Karla Beasley."There's already so much queer history here that it just makes sense to talk about it more," said Hera Kane, one of the drag queens w
  
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• Girl Scout report examines depression, isolation and safety concerns among Georgia girls

  15-10-2026 14:11 via cbsnews.com
  
  Georgia girls are excelling in the classroom, but many are struggling with their mental health and feeling isolated, according to a new report from two Girl Scout councils.The State of the Georgia Girl report, developed by Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta and Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia, examines challenges involving mental health, social connection, and safety.Among its findings:90% of girls graduated from high school last year, outperforming boys by 5 percentage points.58% of middle and high
  
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• Little Five Points ghost tours blend drag, queer history and spooky lore

  15-10-2026 14:06 via cbsnews.com
  
  Drag performers Katrina and Hurricane bring theatrical flair to Little Five Points’ “Queens of the Crypt” LGBTQ+ ghost tour. The neighborhood’s October tours share local history and ghost stories, with proceeds helping fund community events and security.
  
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• Allisha Gray remains day-to-day as Atlanta Dream head to WNBA Finals

  15-10-2026 14:01 via cbsnews.com
  
  Atlanta fans sent off the Dream ahead of Saturday’s WNBA Finals opener against the Golden State Valkyries. Allisha Gray says she feels great but remains day-to-day after an injury sidelined her for the final two semifinal games.
  
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• Georgia girls excel in school but face loneliness, mental health struggles

  15-10-2026 13:50 via cbsnews.com
  
  A new report from two Georgia Girl Scout councils highlights girls’ academic success alongside mental health challenges and isolation. The councils are using the findings to shape their programs and offer 100 free annual memberships statewide.
  
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• Atlanta United honors Cobb student recovering from brain injury

  15-10-2026 12:46 via cbsnews.com
  
  Atlanta United honored sixth grader Evan Davis by having him design players’ jersey numbers and serve as an honorary captain against New York City. After a car crash left him with a serious brain injury, Evan is now an honor roll student working toward returning to soccer.
  
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• Cerebral Palsy Football World Cup brings global teams to Fayetteville

  15-10-2026 12:43 via cbsnews.com
  
  Nineteen men’s and women’s teams are competing at the Arthur M. Blank U.S. Soccer National Training Center in Fayetteville. The Cerebral Palsy Football World Cup gives local fans a chance to cheer on elite athletes, with the U.S. men opening with a 7-0 win over Canada.
  
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• Clark Atlanta mourns student after deadly crash

  15-10-2026 12:38 via cbsnews.com
  
  Clark Atlanta University is mourning Morgan Gamble after police say a speeding driver struck her car on Hank Aaron Drive. Nikolai Dunford faces several charges, including vehicular homicide, as the campus prepares for homecoming.
  
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• Georgia midterms bring debates, record early voting and visits from Trump and Vance

  15-10-2026 12:32 via cbsnews.com
  
  With early voting underway, candidates are stepping up efforts to connect with voters across Georgia.Candidates in some of the state's biggest races took the Atlanta Press Club's debate stage this week. Democratic U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff debated his Republican challenger, U.S. Rep. Mike Collins, on Tuesday. Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms appeared alone Monday after her Republican opponent in the governor's race, Rick Jackson, declined the club's invitation.National Republican leaders are
  
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• Why Georgia is a battleground as early voting draws national attention

  15-10-2026 12:16 via cbsnews.com
  
  Political strategist Omar Ali explains how crossover voters could shape Georgia’s midterm races as candidates debate and national leaders visit the state. With early voting underway, he discusses voter concerns and the strategy behind President Donald Trump’s planned Dalton rally.
  
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• Four arrested in California, Georgia in shooting of 49ers player Keion White in February

  15-10-2026 01:58 via cbsnews.com
  
  Four people were arrested in California and Georgia in connection with a shooting that injured San Francisco 49ers player Keion White earlier this year, authorities said on Wednesday.The shooting happened on Feb. 9 at about 4 a.m. at the Dahlia Club in San Francisco's Mission District. White, a defensive end who joined the 49ers in a trade with the New England Patriots last October, was shot in the ankle during a private party he was hosting at the club after attending the Super Bowl earlier in
  
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• 2 more arrests made in Georgia block party mass shooting that killed 2, injured dozens, GBI says

  15-10-2026 00:55 via cbsnews.com
  
  Two more people have been arrested in connection with a mass shooting at a South Georgia homecoming block party that left two people dead and 35 injured.On Wednesday, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation announced that its agents and members of the Dooly County Sheriff's Office arrested 36-year-old Kelcey Smith and 40-year-old Johntavirous Robinson.Both Smith and Robinson were residents of Cordele, Georgia, and are facing two counts of participation in criminal street gang activity, possessi
  
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• Michael Penix Jr. expected to start for Falcons on Sunday despite injury

  15-10-2026 00:42 via cbsnews.com
  
  Michael Penix Jr. is feeling better after injuring his ribs against Baltimore, and the Atlanta Falcons expect him to start Sunday against the Chicago Bears if his recovery goes as planned.
  
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• Clark Atlanta University crowns first legacy queen

  15-10-2026 00:40 via cbsnews.com
  
  Miss CAU Selah Margarita Walton is following the footsteps of her mother with the special honor this year.
  
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• New renderings show vision for The Stitch, but funding questions remain for Atlanta highway park

  15-10-2026 00:36 via cbsnews.com
  
  A stretch of Atlanta's Downtown Connector could one day look dramatically different, with trees, walking paths, and public gathering spaces built above the traffic.New renderings of The Stitch offer a closer look at the proposed transformation, which aims to reconnect parts of downtown separated by Interstate 75/85.But while the designs show what is possible, significant questions remain about funding and when construction of the highway park could begin.If The Stitch is completed, approximately
  
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• High-stakes pitches: Tech startups compete for $475,000 at Venture Atlanta conference

  15-10-2026 00:20 via cbsnews.com
  
  For Southern tech entrepreneurs, a few moments in front of the right investors can turn a big idea into a billion-dollar business. That high-stakes opportunity kicked off Wednesday morning in Midtown as the annual Venture Atlanta conference returned to the Woodruff Arts Center and Atlanta Symphony Hall.Over the two-day event, about 600 startup founders are pitching their companies face-to-face to big-name investors, all hoping to find someone ready to bet on their vision and take home the grand
  
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• Venture Atlanta conference's pitch competition kicks off

  15-10-2026 00:06 via cbsnews.com
  
  Hundreds of startup founders are pitching their companies face-to-face to big-name investors at Venture Atlanta, all hoping to find someone ready to bet on their vision and take home the grand prize of $475,000 in funding.
  
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• Big weather changes coming to Georgia after record heat

  15-10-2026 00:05 via cbsnews.com
  
  Georgia has been feeling the heat all this week after the storms from Hurricane Isaias, but cooler weather is on its way.
  
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• High gas prices could have major impacts on the holidays

  14-10-2026 23:59 via cbsnews.com
  
  Prices have risen nearly 4% from a year ago, according to the Department of Labor, and there are concerns that those high prices could mean a lot for holiday travel and shopping.
  
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• Pope Leo XIV diagnosed with lung cancer

  14-10-2026 23:57 via cbsnews.com
  
  Pope Leo XIV is recovering after a having a lobe on his right lung removed and receiving a diagnosis of lung cancer, the Holy See Press Office announced.
  
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