➤ South Fulton: A train smashed into a tractor-trailer stuck at a crossing Monday night. The truck driver escaped unharmed, but both the truck and train’s front end were heavily damaged. (See Photos)
➤ Atlanta: Georgia Tech reaffirmed its plan to end the school’s diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, including removing DEI-related terms from its websites. (More)
➤ Augusta: Piedmont Heart Institute has expanded its Women’s Heart Screening Program to Augusta, marking its tenth location. The $99 screenings are available without the need for a doctor’s referral or insurance. (See Details)
➤ Athens: Elle Eisele, the University of Georgia student injured in the deadly New Orleans terror attack on New Year’s Day, joined a lawsuit against the city and its police department. (More)
➤ Brunswick: A judge tossed out one of two charges against a former prosecutor standing trial for alleged misconduct in the Ahmaud Arbery murder case. (More)
➤ Mableton: A longtime Sears customer reported spending months attempting to get the retailer to replace a broken refrigerator and stove under warranty. This week, Sears agreed. (More)
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