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Opponents of Atlanta United soccer deal speak out

Several DeKalb residents opposed to Atlanta United’s planned soccer stadium and practice fields were able to make public comments against it Tuesday, one week after the deal was already sealed. Some of...

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Illinois tribe's bingo proposal could mean economic boost

DEKALB, Ill. (AP) — DeKalb County and the small northern Illinois village of Shabbona are hoping plans succeed for a Native American tribe to open a 24-hour electronic bingo operation. The DeKalb...

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Man charged in deaths of 2 people in DeKalb car wreck

A 25-year-old man has been charged with DUI and vehicle homicide in connection with a car wreck that killed two people in DeKalb County. Police said Donte Grant was driving a Chevrolet...

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Mayor Of St. Paul Hoping To Land Soccer Stadium

— Back in March it was announced that Major League Soccer would be coming to Minnesota. Just a few months later, however, that plan could be in jeopardy with a...

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DeKalb CEO May responds to criticism of investigation and stadium

Interim DeKalb County CEO Lee May called a press conference Wednesday to defend his handling of a corruption investigation, as well as his support for a...

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School takeover plan foes see threat to local control of education

The vote is more than a year away, but debate over Gov. Nathan Deal’s proposed takeover of failing schools has moved from the Capitol into community centers and schools themselves. It pits Georgia’s...

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Aurora dropping its appeal in Gaylord case, potentially losing millions in...

The city of Aurora is seeking dismissal of its appeal of an adverse February court decision that could significantly cut the amount of tax incentives it can offer to the developers of the proposed...

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SC will have to reveal more about incentives given to create jobs

South Carolina taxpayers soon will be able to learn more about tax breaks and inducements state and county officials give companies to attract jobs. Starting Dec. 15, officials must disclose the value...

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Fulton board postpones action on Turner Field resolution

The Fulton County Board of Commissioners Wednesday postponed action on a resolution calling for the county and the city of Atlanta to agree on a process for redeveloping Turner Field. The resolution...

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Fulton chairman renews push for say on Turner Field

Fulton County Commission Chairman John Eaves has renewed his call to have a seat at the table for any negotiations involving the fate of Turner Field. On Wednesday Eaves will ask his fellow...

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Metro Atlanta’s population grows by 60,300

Gwinnett County, with 15,700 new residents, tallied one-fourth of Metro Atlanta’s population growth the last year, according to an annual snapshot released Thursday by the Atlanta Regional Commission....

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Commissioners, citizens demand accountability on soccer deal

DeKalb Commissioners Kathie Gannon, Jeff Rader and Nancy Jester and a host of...

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Community Voices: Why do I live in DeKalb County?

I’ve lived in DeKalb County for nearly five years and like just about every other resident, I feel the sting of phrases like “… at least I don’t live in DeKalb.” In the short time I’ve been here we’ve...

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Report: Mercedes-Benz to acquire Atlanta United FC's stadium naming rights...

(Source: MLS - Major League Soccer) 00:00 00:00 A multinational company that has recently put down roots in Georgia will reportedly have its name on Atlanta United FC's...

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County leaders take bus tour of southeast DeKalb

DeKalb commissioners and its CEO piled into a MARTA bus Friday for a tour of the southeastern portion of the county, the area that had lacked representation until Commissioner Mereda Davis Johnson was...

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Impact of DeKalb soccer complex argued

Boosters tout the planned 3,500-seat soccer stadium and practice fields as green beacons for development for the area near Interstate 285 and Memorial Drive in DeKalb County....

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Woman killed in DeKalb hit and run

DeKalb County police are seeking the public’s help in identifying a vehicle that killed a pedestrian over the...

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Falcons make it official for Mercedes-Benz Stadium

The Atlanta Falcons officially announced Mercedes-Benz as the naming partner to the $1.4 billion stadium under construction. The new Atlanta stadium is now officially named Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The...

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Atlanta Falcons’ new stadium naming rights go to Mercedes-Benz

There are going to be two venues in the NFL with the Mercedes-Benz name on them and, to make things even more confusing, they will both be in the same division. That’s because the Atlanta Falcons...

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Mercedes Won't Exit Saints Stadium Pact With New Falcons Deal

Mercedes-Benz doesn’t have an option to end its naming rights agreement with the New Orleans Superdome and will now sponsor two National Football League teams in the same division. Steve Cannon, chief...

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Falcons officially announce stadium name: Mercedes-Benz Stadium

The Atlanta Falcons’ new stadium officially got its name today: Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Falcons owner Arthur Blank announced, as expected, that Mercedes-Benz, a corporate newcomer to metro Atlanta, has...

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Mercedes-Benz Named Partner of New Stadium (Atlanta Falcons)

(Source: Atlanta Falcons) AMB Sports & Entertainment today announced Mercedes-Benz USA will be the naming partner of the new Atlanta stadium, now officially named Mercedes-Benz Stadium. AMB Sports...

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It's Official: Mercedes-Benz Signs Naming Rights Agreement For Iconic New...

ATLANTA, Aug. 24, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- AMB Sports & Entertainment (AMBSE) today announced Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) will be the naming partner of the new Atlanta stadium, now officially named...

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Blank confirms 27-year naming rights deal of Mercedes Benz Stadium (SLIDESHOW)

Atlanta is now home to the new Mercedes Benz Stadium, Atlanta Falcons and Atlanta United FC owner Arthur Blank confirmed Monday. Click the photo to view new renderings of the stadium. The agreement,...

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New Stadium Name 'Represents the Best of Us' (Atlanta Falcons)

(Source: Atlanta Falcons) Mercedes-Benz and AMB Sports & Entertainment have reached a 27-year agreement in which Mercedes-Benz will have the official naming rights to the new stadium that opens in...

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Mercedes-Benz Signs Naming Rights Agreement For Iconic New Stadium in Atlanta

AMB Sports & Entertainment (AMBSE) today announced Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) will be the naming partner of the new Atlanta stadium, now officially named Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The agreement, which...

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Volunteers sought for DeKalb audit committee

DeKalb County is seeking applicants for a five-person audit oversight committee, which will be responsible for nominating a watchdog over the county’s government. The independent auditor position was...

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Falcons new home will be known as Mercedes-Benz Stadium

Reprints + - FILE - This is a Feb. 1, 2013, file photo showing the Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans. The Atlanta Falcons will share a stadium name with their biggest rival. Mercedes-Benz, which...

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Atlanta Falcons' big reveal: new home to be called the Mercedes-Benz Stadium

New $1.4bn facility is being built next door to the Falcons’ current home, the Georgia Dome, which will be demolished in 2017 when the new arena opens ...

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Atlanta Braves notify city of Turner Field departure date

ATLANTA (AP) — Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed says the Atlanta Braves will vacate Turner Field in downtown Atlanta by the...

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Give Back Connection: Provide transportation for cancer patients

Provide rides for cancer patients Cancer patients need help getting to their treatment because they do not have access to transportation. The American Cancer Society is seeking volunteers for its Road...

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5 Atlanta streets named after civil rights activists

You drive up and down them every day. Have you ever wondered who the people are that Atlanta's streets are named after? Some of the city's most traveled thoroughfares are named after prominent civil...

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DeKalb cops: Hit-and-run driver struck while fleeing on foot on I-285

DeKalb County police had to shut down part of Interstate 285 Monday during rush hour when a hit-and-run driver tried to flee on foot and got hit by a tractor-trailer. Police were dispatched at 6:40...

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Gridlock Guy: Living, working in same county helps commute

Last week I celebrated my 18th anniversary at WSB-TV and WSB Radio. The media industry as a whole (especially the world of radio) is notorious for having a very high turnover rate, meaning people don’t...

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DeKalb Commissioner Larry Johnson chosen as board’s leader

The DeKalb County Commission voted 5-1 Tuesday to retain Commissioner Larry Johnson as the board’s leader. Commissioner Jeff Rader also sought the presiding officer seat, and his nomination was...

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Mayor Muoio announces baseball land swap deal done (City of West Palm Beach, FL)

(Source: City of West Palm Beach, FL) August 5, 2015 (West Palm Beach, FL) - After months of discussions, the deal between the City of West Palm Beach and Palm Beach County to swap land for baseball is...

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Boynton Charged with Conspiring to Help Former DeKalb County Comissioner...

(Source: Federal Bureau of Investigation - Atlanta Field Office) ATLANTA-Marion Rooks Boynton has been arraigned after being indicted by a federal grand jury for conspiring with former DeKalb County...

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Deal appoints eight to boards (The Office of the Governor of the State of...

(Source: The Office of the Governor of the State of Georgia) Beth English, Mental Health Ombudsman Nominating Committee English is the executive director of Easter Seals Southern Georgia. She was...

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Ga. Senate special election planned for November

A special election to replace former Sen. Ronald Ramsey Sr., D-Lithonia, will be held in November. Ramsey, whom Gov. Nathan...

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Deal appoints eight to boards (State of Georgia)

(Source: State of Georgia) Beth English, Mental Health Ombudsman Nominating Committee English is the executive director of Easter Seals Southern Georgia. She was president of the Georgia Municipal...

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Fire rips through DeKalb apartments, 2 residents hospitalized

Two people were hospitalized Saturday after a fire ripped through their DeKalb County apartment building. The blaze at the Highlands at East Atlanta apartment complex — located at 2051 Flat Shoals Road...

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At Issue: Is proposed soccer complex a good deal for DeKalb County?

With no public comment on the deal, the DeKalb County Commission voted 4-3 vote this month to give Atlanta United FC a $12 million incentive package to build its $30-million training complex in the...

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Falcons quotes after Saturday’s loss to the Dolphins

Falcons quotes from Dan Quinn, Arthur Blank, Julio Jones, Ryan Schraeder, Brooks Reed and Matt Ryan after Saturday’s loss to the Miami Dolphins. DAN QUINN, Head coach Opening statement Allen...

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Bragbook for Aug. 21

Erwin Cai of The Center for Advanced Studies magnet program at Wheeler High School scored a perfect 2400 on the June administration of the SAT. Carlton Young of Ellenwood won the district-level...

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Farmers Market No Longer An Option For United Soccer Team

The Minnesota United may have lost out on a prime location to build a new soccer stadium. Minnesota United has had interest from Minneapolis and St. Paul to build a...

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