Development & Housing
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Trade School Opens Big Campus in Decatur
Tulsa Welding School just opened a massive 44,000-square-foot facility to train welders, HVAC techs, and electricians. With 400,000 skilled trade jobs sitting empty nationwide, the timing couldn't be better. The new campus is part of a push to get more folks into trades where the demand is way outpacing supply.
Transit & Infrastructure
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Atlanta Promises Big Upgrades for World Cup
With 95 days to go, city leaders laid out their World Cup game plan at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. MARTA's rolling out mobile payments in two weeks and boosting service during matches, while the airport finally opens the long-delayed South Terminal expansion. The big question is whether it'll all come together in time.
Food & Drink
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25 Restaurants Face Off in Steak Battle at Pullman Yards
The nationally touring RARE Steak Championship is making its Atlanta debut April 9, and it sounds like a carnivore's dream come true. More than 25 local restaurants will compete with unlimited tastings, live music, and cocktails. All the beef is coming from Buckhead Meat & Seafood, so you know it'll be quality.
Arts & Culture
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Atlanta Hair Stylist Shunika Terry Gets Oscar Nomination
Shunika Terry, who's based here in Atlanta, is nominated for her work as hair department head on 'Sinners.' She never thought she'd work in film, but now she's sitting at the Oscars luncheon with Michael B. Jordan. Her husband tried to get fancy with the camera when the nominations were announced, but it didn't quite go as planned.
Politics & Policy
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Dickens Digs in Heels on Firefighter Contract Drama
Mayor Dickens blew past the fire union's Friday deadline to sign their contract, instead going after union president Nate Bailey's legitimacy. Council unanimously approved this deal almost a year ago, but Dickens is claiming 'irregularities' in Bailey's re-election. It's turning into a messy public fight when firefighters just want their first-ever union contract.
Public Safety
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4-Year-Old Dies in Southwest Atlanta Domestic Violence Case
Police had to force their way into a locked apartment Saturday night during a domestic dispute call and found a man holding a severely injured child. The little girl had multiple stab wounds and died at the hospital. Officers used de-escalation techniques to get the child away from the man, who's now in custody.
Community
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Woman Votes for First Time After 26 Years in Prison
Kareemah Hanifa just registered to vote at 48 years old, her first time ever. She spent 26 years locked up after being sentenced to life as a juvenile, finally getting released on parole in 2019. It wasn't until her sentence was commuted last November that Georgia would let her register. She brought all her paperwork to the Cobb County office, nervous but ready.