‘A Day Without Immigrants’ brings parts of Atlanta area to a halt – Atlanta Journal Constitution

Atlanta Journal Constitution“We -– as many, many restaurants in Atlanta and throughout the country – are supported by the employment of an immigrant workforce,” said George Frangos, a co-owner of the grass-fed burger chain. “Collectively, we talked about what this day meant to … …read more From:: Atlanta News By Google News

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Second contractor pleads guilty in Atlanta City Hall bribery probe – Atlanta Journal Constitution

Atlanta Journal ConstitutionCharles P. Richards, Jr., pled guilty to conspiracy to commit bribery in federal court Thursday. Richards is the second contractor to plead guilty to bribery charges in the on-going investigation of Atlanta City Hall corruption. Federal prosecutors …Second contractor pleads guilty in Atlanta bribery scandal11alive.com2nd businessman pleads guilty in Atlanta City Hall bribery […]

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Atlanta police to release video of deadly police shooting – Journal Times

Journal TimesATLANTA (AP) — Police plan to release surveillance video of a deadly police shooting outside the Atlanta Public Safety annex. Atlanta police spokeswoman Elizabeth Espy told the Atlanta Journal-Constitution (http://bit.ly/2lOYqnW ) that video in the …Officer in Atlanta shooting death named; video to be releasedAtlanta Journal Constitution all 8 news articles …read more From:: […]

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Pres. Obama's First Press Conference

Pres. Obama's First Press Conference
Pres. Barack Obama spoke about his economic stimulus package during his first Presidential press conference. Out of the 13 questions asked, 7 dealt with the economy.
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Atlanta zoo loses best, names animal after Tom Brady, gets last laugh – NBCSports.com

NBCSports.comAfter losing a rather clever zoo bet (unlike the always awful mayor bets) on the Super Bowl, an Atlanta zoo had to name one of its baby animals after the Patriots quarterback, according to the Associated Press. Zoo Atlanta got a bit of revenge for the …Atlanta zoo names hissing cockroach after Tom BradyWashington PostAtlanta […]

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Atlanta bribery scandal has echoes in another city hall – MyAJC

MyAJCThe Atlanta Journal-Constitution Rows of boxes related to the ongoing bribery scandal at City Hall involve Mitzi Bickers, a political operative and former appointee of Mayor Kasim Reed who is a key figure in allegations involving contracts in Jackson … and more …read more From:: Atlanta News By Google News

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Hawks Fall To Clippers In Los Angeles, 99-84 – CBS Local

CBS LocalLOS ANGELES — Blake Griffin scored a team-high 17 points and collected nine rebounds in three quarters, and the Los Angeles Clippers captured their fourth consecutive victory with a 99-84 win over the Atlanta Hawks at Staples Center on Wednesday night …Atlanta Hawks Game Preview: Feb. 15 at Los Angeles ClippersSoaring Down SouthHawks vs. […]

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Hawks Fall To Clippers In Los Angeles, 99-84 – CBS Local

CBS LocalLOS ANGELES — Blake Griffin scored a team-high 17 points and collected nine rebounds in three quarters, and the Los Angeles Clippers captured their fourth consecutive victory with a 99-84 win over the Atlanta Hawks at Staples Center on Wednesday night …Atlanta Hawks Game Preview: Feb. 15 at Los Angeles ClippersSoaring Down SouthHawks vs. […]

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North Fulton Mexican restaurant closes after 18 months – Atlanta Journal Constitution (blog)

North Fulton Mexican restaurant closes after 18 monthsAtlanta Journal Constitution (blog)We hope to see you at our other restaurants, including Ray’s in the City, Ray’s on the River and Ray’s at Killer Creek.” Owner Ray Schoenbaum opened the Tex-Mex restaurant after “high demand from customers requesting the return of the restaurant’s …Ray’s Rio Bravo Has […]

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Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta to build $1B+ hospital – CBS46 News – CBS46 News Atlanta

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta to build $1B+ hospital – CBS46 NewsCBS46 News AtlantaAccording to the Atlanta Business Chronicle, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta will build a new $1 billion pediatric hospital. The new facility will allow the hospital to meet forecasted patient care and space needs through 2026 and projected demand to …Children’s plans billion-dollar Atlanta […]

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Atlanta’s bribery scandal: What’s the big deal? – 11alive.com

Atlanta’s bribery scandal: What’s the big deal?11alive.comATLANTA, Ga — For a city whose total operating budget is $2.02 billion, a $1-million bribery scandal and a million-page-document-dump sure caused a lot of heartburn around City Hall last week. So what’s all the fuss about, and why should anyone care? …read more From:: Atlanta News By Google […]

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Report: Atlanta attracting young black Ohioans – Atlanta Business Chronicle

Atlanta Business ChronicleYounger, educated blacks whose parents and grandparents had migrated north are reversing that move and flocking to Atlanta, reports a Feb. 12 story in the Toledo Blade. “It’s often a job that draws Rust Belt expats to southern boomtowns. But the …Atlanta calls to young black OhioansToledo Blade all 3 news articles …read […]

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Brandon Phillips Boosts Business For The Atlanta Braves – Forbes

ForbesAccording to multiple sources, including ESPN’s Jim Bowden, both teams have agreed to a trade and Phillips will waive his no-trade clause to head to Atlanta. Bowden also reported that Phillips has passed his physical and that the deal is simply …Braves nearing trade for Reds second baseman Brandon PhillipsCBS LocalBrandon Phillips traded to Atlanta […]

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Why we’re still feeling optimistic about the Atlanta Falcons in 2017 – The Falcoholic

The FalcoholicIt’s easy to say that history doesn’t favor the Falcons after this Super Bowl loss, that they’ll end up like the Panthers and return to mediocrity after getting so close to the promised land. I don’t believe that, though. Because I have been shoveling …Falcons had a penchant for blowing fourth-quarter leads in 2016Atlanta […]

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Braves nearing trade for Reds second baseman Brandon Phillips – CBS Local

CBS LocalThe Atlanta Braves are reportedly close to acquiring veteran second baseman Brandon Phillips in a trade with the Cincinnati Reds. Ken Rosenthal of Fox Sports broke the news of a deal late Saturday evening. Cincinnati will reportedly pay the majority of …Brandon Phillips to be traded to Atlanta, report saysWCPOAtlanta Braves near deal to […]

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Marvel Just Confirmed The Guardians of the Galaxy Will Join The Avengers in ‘Infinity War’ – Maxim

MaximIn a behind-the-scenes video uploaded Friday night Marvel Entertainment confirmed they’re working on the ultimate franchise film: Avengers: Infinity War. As the video makes clear, everyone is coming to the party this time—in addition to the Avengers …The Guardians of the Galaxy will meet the Avengers in Infinity WarEW.comMarvel’s AVENGERS: INFINITY WAR Start of Production […]

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Atlanta United wins opener – Atlanta Journal Constitution

Atlanta Journal ConstitutionNot only did Atlanta United unveil jersey numbers on Saturday, it surprised everyone by unveiling its away jerseys before the second half. The players wore the red and block home jerseys for the first half, and the switched to the gray and red kits in …Atlanta United vs. Chattanooga FC live stream: Time, […]

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Supporters group show up for Atlanta United – Atlanta Journal Constitution

Atlanta Journal ConstitutionThree of Atlanta United’s supporter’s groups planted their flags: Terminus Legion, Footie Mob and Faction. Their members are a few of the more than 9,000 members of the team’s Founder Club who have purchased more than 27,000 season tickets.Major League Soccer newcomer Atlanta United visits Chattanooga Football Club todayChattanooga Times Free PressAtlanta United […]

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The Guardians Of The Galaxy Will Battle Alongside The Avengers In ‘Infinity War’ – Hollywood Life

Hollywood LifeDreams do come true! The Guardians of the Galaxy will officially battle alongside the Avengers in ‘Infinity War,’ proven by a behind-the-scenes video on Feb. 10. Marvel Studios made the announcement, exciting fans all over the world! Check it out!‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2’ Scores Extremely Rare 100 in Test Screening (Exclusive)Hollywood Reporter […]

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Atlanta mayor’s wife appointed to board of regents – 11alive.com

11alive.comReed also sits on the boards for the Children’s Museum of Atlanta and the Georgia Early Education Alliance for Ready Students. Reed was awarded the Early Childhood Champion Award from Sheltering Arms Early Education and Childhood Center and was …Political Breakfast: Atlanta Bribery, Tom Price And MoreWABE 90.1 FM all 4 news articles …read more […]

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Atlanta Falcons promote Marquand Manuel to defensive coordinator – UPI.com

UPI.comThe Atlanta Falcons promoted secondary coach Marquand Manuel to defensive coordinator on Friday. The team also named Raheem Morris as wide receivers/passing game coordinator/assistant head coach. In addition, Doug Mallory was promoted to …Former LSU assistant coach Doug Mallory gets promotion with Atlanta FalconsSECcountry.comFalcons name Marquand Manuel defensive coordinatorESPNFalcons announce several additional coaching changesWSB AtlantaNFL.com […]

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Kings overcome 22-point hole, beat Atlanta – Sacramento Bee (blog)

Sacramento Bee (blog)Player of the game: Ben McLemore had a season-high 22 points, including a career-high six 3-pointers, and matched his career high with nine rebounds as the Kings overcame a 22-point deficit to beat the Atlanta Hawks 108-107 Friday night at Golden 1 …Hawks vs Kings preview: Atlanta begins west coast swing in SacramentoPeachtree […]

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The Guardians of the Galaxy will meet the Avengers in Infinity War – EW.com

EW.comThe Guardians of the Galaxy will battle alongside Iron Man, Captain America, and the rest of “Earth’s mightiest heroes” in Avengers: Infinity War, Marvel Studios announced Friday night. Oh, and Spider-Man will be there, too. Fans, go ahead and take a …‘Infinity War’ teaser puts Avengers, Spider-Man and Guardians of the Galaxy together at lastMashable […]

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Atlanta top cop: Reducing violent crime is top priority – MyAJC

MyAJCShields was named Atlanta’s 24th chief of police in December replacing George Turner, who retired. Shields joined APD in 1995 and has served as a patrol officer, sergeant, lieutenant, and major prior to her appointment to deputy chief. She assumed the …Chief: Atlanta PD has ‘no desire to lock up young black men’11alive.com all 6 […]

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Quick Bites: Longleaf, Yumbii and more restaurant openings and news – Atlanta Intown

Atlanta IntownLinton Hopkins’ eponymous restaurant at the Atlanta Botanical Garden has been rebranded as Longleaf. Hopkins will continue to serve as chef advisor while Jason Paolini remains as executive chef. A media release indicated that Hopkins would be focusing … …read more From:: Atlanta Restaurants News By Google News

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The Falcons gave Atlanta a taste of glory, then threw it away in the Super Bowl – SB Nation

SB NationAtlanta got suckered into it again. You know, the Falcons. Now that I, a lifelong Atlantan and Falcons fan, have had almost a week to digest the biggest rollercoaster of emotions I’ve ever felt on a Sunday (or any day really), let’s talk about this …Atlanta Falcons: Edge rusherSports Illustrated7 NFL teams that could […]

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Delta, Braves, and Home Depot execs place their bets in Atlanta race for mayor – Atlanta Journal Constitution (blog)

Atlanta Journal Constitution (blog)Peter Aman raked in big checks from some of Atlanta’s corporate heavyweights. Delta chief executive Ed Bastian gave $4,000, and developers Ken Ashley, Jim Borders, Matt Bronfman all chipped in. So did Doug Hertz, a giant of the liquor distributing … …read more From:: Atlanta News By Google News

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Matt Ryan has a message for Atlanta sports fans – FOX 5 Atlanta

FOX 5 AtlantaATLANTA – Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan took to Twitter to thank Atlanta sports fans and to encourage them to support all of the professional teams in the city. The video post comes days after Ryan won the NFL Most Valuable Player award and the …Riding the Atlanta sports fan pain trainAtlanta Journal […]

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About half of giant Civil War painting relocated in Atlanta – Minneapolis Star Tribune

Minneapolis Star TribuneATLANTA — About half of an enormous panoramic painting depicting the Civil War Battle of Atlanta has been moved to a new exhibit hall as workers continued to move the rest of the painting Friday. Historians hailed the delicate, painstaking move as a …Atlanta’s Cyclorama begins to move to new homeWSB AtlantaAtlanta Rolls […]

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Matt Ryan encourages Atlanta to cheer … cheer every team – Atlanta Journal Constitution

Atlanta Journal ConstitutionA few days ago, the league MVP told Atlanta Falcons fans his “heart hurt,” following the Super Bowl loss to the New England Patriots. Matt Ryan’s message to Falcons fans. In a new message to fans, Matt Ryan appears ready to move on. In a Twitter video …Matt Ryan thanks Atlanta Falcons fans […]

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