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Atlanta Hawks on Okongwu's Kate's Club honors: 'His work has focused on serving young people'

By Emily Bevard | May 5, 2022

Atlanta Hawks forward-center Onyeka Okongwu will be honored by Atlanta-area nonprofit Kate's Club as the 2022 Mourning Glory Gala honoree.

Clayton County superintendent issues ban on backpacks at middle, high schools 'to make schools safe'

By Emily Bevard | Apr 30, 2022

A ban on backpacks at middle and high schools in Clayton County will be in effect through the end of the school year, Clayton County Schools Superintendent Dr. Morcease Beasley announced this week.

Secretary of State Raffensperger: 'Ensuring that only citizens are voting in Georgia’s elections is key to upholding the integrity of the vote in Georgia'

By Emily Bevard | Apr 11, 2022

The state's first-ever citizenship review found upwards of 1,600 people that sought to vote were not able to be verified by the U.S.

'We'd love to keep coaching him': Smith discusses possibility of signing Jarrett to contract extension

By Emily Bevard | Apr 9, 2022

Atlanta Falcons Head Coach Arthur Smith said the team hopes to sign Grady Jarrett to an extension that keeps him with the only NFL team he has ever known.

Senate advances bill allowing retired teachers to return to classroom, 'fill vacant teaching positions in high-need areas'

By Emily Bevard | Apr 8, 2022

Retired teachers may be able to return to the classroom while still collecting a state pension under a new bill receiving overwhelming support from Georgia senators.

Patterson on his return to Falcons: 'I'm baccckkkkkkk'

By Emily Bevard | Apr 3, 2022

The Falcons have agreed to terms with wide receiver, running back and special teams star Cordarrelle Patterson for the do-everything guy to return to Atlanta, NFL Network reporter Mike Garafolo tweeted March 19.

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Hawks, State Farm join forces to 'educate youth on making healthy decisions' during National Nutrition Month

By Emily Bevard | Apr 2, 2022

In honor of National Nutrition Month, the Atlanta Hawks and State Farm recently hosted an event at William Walker Recreation Center to encourage youth to become junior chefs.

Georgia Tech's Coach Collins welcomes Kenyatta Watson as director of scouting: 'It's a dream come true to be home'

By Emily Bevard | Apr 1, 2022

Georgia Tech Head Football Coach Geoff Collins has announced nationally known talent evaluator Kenyatta Watson is joining the Yellowjackets staff as director of scouting and pro liaison.

Blue Cross Blue Shield facing $5 million fine: "This examination uncovered a number of serious issues."

By Emily Bevard | Apr 1, 2022

Blue Cross Blue Shield is facing a $5 million fine after a lengthy investigation into regulator violations of state laws and agency rules and regulations.

Dade County Sheriff's Department arrests teacher who brought a gun to school: 'Nothing found during the investigation indicated that there was ever a threat to any Dade County Student.'

By Emily Bevard | Mar 28, 2022

A Georgia teacher was arrested after an unloaded revolver and ammunition were found inside her Georgia classroom, according to a recent report by FOX 5 Atlanta.

Mariota: 'Looking forward to working with' Falcons' head coach Smith

By Emily Bevard | Mar 23, 2022

Just hours after trading quarterback Matt Ryan to the Indianapolis Colts this week, the Atlanta Falcons signed Marcus Mariota as his replacement, effectively reuniting him with Coach Arthur Smith in the process.

Tri-Cities athletic director on community support in face of suspension: 'God is in control'

By Emily Bevard | Mar 22, 2022

Tri-Cities High School Athletic Director Kenneth Miller, who was caught on video grabbing a student, has earned support from members of the community who say his actions saved lives.

Freeman on leaving Atlanta Braves: 'It was truly an honor'

By Emily Bevard | Mar 21, 2022

Braves star Freddie Freeman thanked fans for 15 years of memories in a social media post recently as the team signed on first baseman Matt Olson to fill his spot.

NFL Insider: 'Deshaun Watson will meet with the Falcons'

By Emily Bevard | Mar 20, 2022

The Atlanta Falcons have joined the push for Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson, according to a recent report by ESPN.

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Herring: 'I would like to thank Clorox and the Hawks' for celebrating Atlanta teachers

By Emily Bevard | Mar 17, 2022

The Atlanta Hawks recently teamed with Clorox to honor nine Atlanta Public School (APS) teachers for their service during the 2021-22 school year.

Hawks raise $130,000 for Prostate Cancer Foundation as part of Black History Month Assist Challenge

By Emily Bevard | Mar 14, 2022

The Atlanta Hawks raised $130,000 for the Prostate Cancer Foundation as a part of the team's fourth annual Black History Month Assist Challenge.

Ridley may have wagered more on Falcons than reported

By Emily Bevard | Mar 14, 2022

Atlanta Falcons star wideout Calvin Ridley may have bet more on his own team than what was originally reported.

'If you know me, you know my character': Falcons wide receiver Ridley suspended after betting on league games

By Emily Bevard | Mar 11, 2022

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley was suspended from the 2022-23 season this week after an NFL investigation found he had bet on league games during the 2021-22 season.

'We are stunned': Police investigate fatal shooting of 16-year-old boy

By Emily Bevard | Mar 9, 2022

Qadryyah Gilliam, the mother of a ninth-grader shot and killed near the Atlanta Fair, says her son was in the wrong place at the wrong time and was not the intended victim.

'I've had some hard time sleeping': East Point police continue seeking identity of dead teen

By Emily Bevard | Mar 8, 2022

Georgia police are seeking help in identifying a teenager who was reportedly killed and left behind a vacant house in mid-February.

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