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• Storm chances increase as Georgia braces for messy Monday weather

  13-07-2026 18:45 via cbsnews.com
  
  Parts of North Georgia have already seen rain at the start of the week, and more is expected to be popping up as the day goes by.
  
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• Showers cooling things down in metro Atlanta, but hotter weather is on its way

  15-07-2026 23:55 via cbsnews.com
  
  If you're in the metro Atlanta area, you're either feeling the heat or watching out for raindrops. That atmospheric system is sticking around for a while, but we're getting closer to the end of it.
  
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• Messi Magic strikes again in Atlanta: Argentina fans ready to take on Spain

  15-07-2026 23:39 via cbsnews.com
  
  A comeback victory during Argentina's match against England had fans of the team celebrating in the streets of Atlanta.
  
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• Company trying to tackle growing problem of electronic waste

  15-07-2026 23:32 via cbsnews.com
  
  Chances are you toss out your old electronic devices once you get a new one, but components of that outdated piece of hardware could be very useful.
  
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• Nolan Wells' family meet with district attorney over teen's death

  15-07-2026 23:17 via cbsnews.com
  
  Mysteries still remain about the death of Nolan Wells during the Fourth of July weekend. On Wednesday, his family and attorney met with the district attorney in the hopes of getting some answers.
  
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• Argentina fans celebrate team's World Cup victory over England in Atlanta

  15-07-2026 23:12 via cbsnews.com
  
  Atlanta's final World Cup match was just as intense as predicted, with a pair of clutch goals letting Argentina edge England 2-1 to advance to Sunday's final.
  
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• Investigation underway after 75-year-old woman injured in East Point shooting, police say

  15-07-2026 22:45 via cbsnews.com
  
  Police in East Point are investigating a shooting that sent a 75-year-old woman to the hospital on Wednesday.Officials with the East Point Police Department say first reponsders were first called to the area of Washington Road and Camp Creek Parkway after receiving reports of a fall injury, but that call quickly was upgraded when it was found that the woman had been shot.The victim was taken to Grady Memorial Hospital for medical treatment. Her condition is unknown at this time. Police have also
  
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• Sen. Ossoff, Rep. Collins release latest fundraising numbers for Georgia Senate race

  15-07-2026 22:18 via cbsnews.com
  
  Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff and his Republican challenger, Rep. Mike Collins, have shared their latest fundraising numbers in Georgia's high-profile Senate race.On Wednesday, both candidates shared the amount raised in the second quarter of the year, which goes from April to June.Ossoff, the incumbent in the race, reported raising $20 million, bringing his total campaign chest to over $42 million on hand.The Democratic senator's campaign announced it had received more than 474,000 donations
  
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• Jamaican music artist arrested in Miami after Georgia police chase leads to federal gun charge

  15-07-2026 20:44 via cbsnews.com
  
  A Jamaican dancehall artist who performs in the U.S. on a temporary visa is facing a federal gun charge after investigators say deputies found multiple firearms and dozens of rounds of ammunition following a high-speed chase in South Georgia.Federal prosecutors announced Tuesday that a criminal complaint against Ackeme Jermane Campbell, 32, of Jamaica and Davenport, Florida, was unsealed in the Middle District of Georgia.Campbell, who performs as Chronic Law, is charged with one count of possess
  
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• Atlanta airport shuttle manager suing city over 2024 stabbing by homeless man

  15-07-2026 19:38 via cbsnews.com
  
  A shuttle manager at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is suing the city of Atlanta after he was attacked while trying to help a driver in 2024.Kwan Lawrence, a manager at Airport Shuttle Group, claims that he was left with a scar and has had to spend tens of thousands of dollars in medical expenses because of the assault.According to the lawsuit, the incident started on Sept. 11, 2024, when he received a message from a female driver that there was a hostile individual on her shut
  
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• Chances for wet weather continue across Georgia for state's final World Cup match

  15-07-2026 19:29 via cbsnews.com
  
  Georgia has gotten used to the trend of rainy afternoons and warm summer weather, but things may be changing temperature-wise for the rest of the week.
  
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• Brookhaven approves deal to build I-85 bridge linking Emory to Peachtree Creek Greenway

  15-07-2026 18:42 via cbsnews.com
  
  Brookhaven is one step closer to building a bridge for bikes and pedestrians that city leaders say will improve access to jobs, healthcare and regional trails without using residential property tax dollars.The City Council has approved an agreement with Emory University establishing the financial framework needed to complete the final design and construction of the Peachtree Creek Greenway Connector Bridge.The bridge will span Interstate 85, connecting Emory University's Executive Park campus to
  
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• Georgia sheriff indicted by federal grand jury on embezzlement, firearm charges

  15-07-2026 18:21 via cbsnews.com
  
  A federal grand jury has indicted a South Georgia sheriff on multiple extortion and gun charges.Burke County Sheriff Alfonzo Williams is accused of accepting payments from five people in exchange for dismissing pending DUI citations from August 2021 to April 2022.The indictment also claims that Williams gave a firearm to a person previously convicted of a felony in January 2023.The grand jury's indictment does not include any additional information about the incidents that allegedly led to the c
  
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• Georgia fugitive wanted for murder caught trying to skip fare at BART station, authorities say

  15-07-2026 18:04 via cbsnews.com
  
  A Georgia fugitive who has been on the run for years is now in custody after officials say he was caught trying to skip a fare at a BART station in El Cerrito, California.Davonte Fore, 27, was convicted of murdering a transgender woman and sentenced to life in prison in 2024; however, authorities said he fled during the first few days of his trial and hadn't been seen since.According to officials with the DeKalb County District Attorney's Office, officers found 25-year-old Skyler Gilmore sh
  
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• Georgia Mega Millions lottery player wins $4 million prize in Tuesday's drawing

  15-07-2026 17:28 via cbsnews.com
  
  One lucky Georgian's $5 ticket has just made them a multi-millionaire after they picked most of the numbers in Tuesday's Mega Millions lottery.Tuesday night's draw results were 2, 4, 10, 48, and 56, with a Mega Ball of 22.While nobody across the country hit Tuesday's $637 million jackpot, the Georgia Lottery says one individual matched all five white balls and had a four-times multiplier on the ticket, making it worth a sweet $4 million.Lottery officials have confirmed with CBS News Atlanta that
  
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• Georgia city says it's still awaiting DHS response on proposed ICE facility

  15-07-2026 17:13 via cbsnews.com
  
  Oakwood officials say they are still waiting for direct answers from the federal government about the future of a warehouse once considered for an Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention facility.At Monday night's City Council meeting, Mayor H. Lamar Scroggs told residents that Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin reportedly said in a recent interview that 11 warehouses, including the Oakwood site, would not be used as detention facilities.According to the mayor, the report said th
  
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• Atlanta weather: Storm chances fade as heat and humidity return

  15-07-2026 16:22 via cbsnews.com
  
  Scattered showers and thunderstorms are possible across metro Atlanta today, but forecasters say rain chances will gradually decrease through the weekend. As clouds move out, temperatures and humidity are expected to climb back into the 90s next week. Here's what to expect for today's forecast and when the hottest weather will return.
  
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• The World Cup isn't just creating soccer fans, it's creating romance in Atlanta, survey finds

  15-07-2026 15:53 via cbsnews.com
  
  It's not just soccer stars playing the field this summer: singles have been taking advantage of the fresh faces visiting their hometowns for the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup, according to spokespeople at dating apps and matchmaking services.According to dating website Datingadvice.com, Atlanta is ranked number two in the United States for the city of romance during the World Cup. About 46% of the singles they surveyed said they have gone on dates or been romantically involved with a tournament visi
  
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• How to watch Argentina vs. England today: TV channel, streaming and kickoff time

  15-07-2026 15:52 via cbsnews.com
  
  Two of the biggest stars in world soccer meet Wednesday when Lionel Messi and Argentina take on Jude Bellingham and England in the 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinal at Atlanta Stadium. A spot in the final is on the line, with kickoff scheduled for 3 p.m. ET.Argentina have never looked like the best team in this tournament, but they have found ways to survive. Even when Cabo Verde pushed them to extra time and Egypt jumped out to a 2-0 lead, the Argentines stayed in it behind Messi. Now 39, the capta
  
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• Atlanta hosts its final FIFA World Cup match as tournament's impact continues to grow

  15-07-2026 13:57 via cbsnews.com
  
  Atlanta hosts its final FIFA World Cup match today as England and Argentina face off in a highly anticipated semifinal at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.While thousands of fans are expected to pack the stadium in downtown Atlanta once again, local leaders say the tournament's impact is already being felt far beyond the pitch.Before the World Cup began, the Metro Atlanta Chamber projected the tournament could generate more than $503 million in economic activity across Georgia. An Emory University stu
  
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• Atlanta hosts its final 2026 FIFA World Cup match: Argentina vs England

  15-07-2026 13:50 via cbsnews.com
  
  Atlanta hosts its final FIFA World Cup match today as England and Argentina face off in a highly anticipated semifinal at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
  
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• What FIFA World Cup fans really think about Atlanta

  15-07-2026 13:46 via cbsnews.com
  
  As the FIFA Fan Festival wraps up, visitors from around the world are sharing what stood out most about Atlanta. From Southern hospitality and MARTA to the city's vibrant atmosphere and diverse culture, World Cup fans say Atlanta exceeded their expectations. Hear what international visitors and locals had to say on Atlanta's Beltline about their experience in the city during one of the world's biggest sporting events.
  
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• Atlanta singles finding romance with FIFA World Cup visitors, survey finds

  15-07-2026 13:42 via cbsnews.com
  
  It's not just soccer stars playing the field this summer: singles have been taking advantage of the fresh faces visiting their hometowns for the FIFA World Cup, according to spokespeople at dating apps and matchmaking services.According to dating website Datingadvice.com, Atlanta is ranked number two for the city of romance for the FIFA World Cup. 46% of the singles they surveyed say they have gone on dates or been romantically involved with a tournament visitor.A spokesperson for Tinder says th
  
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• Atlanta woman who spent 41 years cycling through prison gets fresh start after Georgia pardon

  15-07-2026 13:23 via cbsnews.com
  
  An Atlanta woman got a fresh start after receiving a pardon and having her arrest record restricted.She shared how that record can be a barrier to finding employment and the resources available to help others in similar situations."I'm formerly incarcerated myself. I spent 41 years in and out of the system," Marilynn Winn, a formerly incarcerated woman who was pardoned by the Georgia State Board of Pardons and Paroles, said.Seventy-five-year-old Marilynn Winn once had a lengthy arrest record."I
  
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• Georgia Justice Project helps Atlanta woman overcome criminal record barriers

  15-07-2026 13:04 via cbsnews.com
  
  After spending decades cycling through Georgia's criminal justice system, 75-year-old Marilynn Winn is getting a fresh start. With help from the Georgia Justice Project, Winn received a state pardon and had her arrest record restricted, removing a major barrier to employment. She now hopes her story inspires others to seek second chances and learn about the resources available for pardons and record restrictions in Georgia.
  
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• Atlanta singles find romance during FIFA World Cup festivities

  15-07-2026 12:56 via cbsnews.com
  
  The FIFA World Cup isn't just bringing soccer fans to Atlanta, it's also sparking new romances. Singles are meeting visitors from around the world at FIFA Fan Festival events, watch parties and social gatherings, while dating apps report increased activity in World Cup host cities. Here's how the global tournament is helping people make connections both on and off the pitch.
  
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• Black bear caught on camera roaming Sandy Springs neighborhood as Georgia DNR urges residents to remove bird feeders

  15-07-2026 05:33 via cbsnews.com
  
  A Sandy Springs homeowner captured video of a black bear wandering through her yard after knocking over bird feeders. Georgia wildlife officials say bear sightings in metro Atlanta are becoming more common and offer tips to keep the animals away.A Sandy Springs homeowner is warning neighbors after security video captured a black bear wandering through her yard in the Mountaire Springs community. The sighting comes as Georgia wildlife officials say encounters with bears are becoming more common a
  
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• Caught on Camera: Black bear roams Sandy Springs yard

  15-07-2026 05:23 via cbsnews.com
  
  A Sandy Springs homeowner’s security cam captured a black bear knocking over bird feeders. Georgia DNR says young bears are venturing into metro Atlanta for food and offers tips to keep them away.
  
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• Rain diminishes, heat wave builds: Your NEXT weather forecast

  15-07-2026 05:21 via cbsnews.com
  
  Get a 360° look at your forecast from the Next Weather Studio. Showers and storms are set to fade as a heat wave builds out West, with temps in Georgia returning to seasonal averages. Sponsored by your local Chevy dealers.
  
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• Atlanta leaders hope FIFA World Cup sparks long-term business investment and economic growth

  15-07-2026 05:15 via cbsnews.com
  
  Key leaders across Atlanta are hoping the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup will bring long-term economic growth to metro Atlanta.The month-long tournament has put Atlanta in a unique position to develop new business partnerships and strengthen existing ones.Metro Atlanta Chamber Chief Economic Development Officer Kristi Brigman said organizers hope the World Cup will translate into long-term investment opportunities.Metro Atlanta Chamber's Kristi Brigman speaks with CBS News Atlanta about the World Cup
  
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