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School's Out For Summer But Work Remains For APS BOE

While the Board of Education struggles to balance its budget and debates class sizes, Atlanta Public Schools' students celebrate as Wednesday marks the last day of school.

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It was standing room only Tuesday night at the May meeting of the Fourth Ward Neighbors community association, where Our Lady of Lourdes' parking lot rezoning plan was discussed.

Fourth Ward Neighbors Votes 'No' on Lourdes Parking Lot Plan

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FILE PHOTO: Atlanta Police Chief George N. Turner.

Atlanta Police Chief Talks BeltLine Safety

Police arrested a juvenile Monday when they saw an attempted robbery in progress on the street.

Atlanta Police Thwart Pedestrian Robbery

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Happy Memorial Day to you, your family and all who have served our country. For most of us, this weekend marks the official start of summer—and I can’t wait!

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