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11 Things to Know About Sally Yates

A political firestorm churning in Washington and rippling across the nation this week has an Atlantan at its core: Sally Quillian Yates, who has served more than two decades as a prosecutor in Georgia. We have 11 things you'll want to know about Yates. >>> Read more.

Gwinnett Officer Fired After Striking Teen Pedestrians

A Gwinnett County Police office has been fired after striking two teen pedestrians, seriously injuring one of them, on Sunday. No charges had been filed Tuesday against officer Scott York. >>> Read more.

'WOW!' House: Nearly $5 Million Worth Of Luxury On The Waterfront

This 10,000-square-foot home in Cumming has its own island. >>> See more photos and info.

Lego Oasis Has Falcons Fever in Buckhead

• Discovery Center in Phipps Plaza backs Atlanta team ahead of the Super Bowl.

Do You Have What It Takes to Be a 'Heavy Hitter'?

• The Atlanta Braves are hosting tryouts this week for 'the most exciting drumline in the Southeast.'

$2K in Fit-Bit Gear Stolen from Atlanta Target Store: Police

• Incident happened in Midtown at Target on Caroline Street.

Registration Opens For 125-Mile Paddle Trip on Etowah River

• Paddle Georgia's 2017 event will benefit Rome-based Coosa River Basin Initiative and Canton's Upper Etowah River Alliance.

Ga. State Trooper Fired After DUI Arrest

• Deionte Marlon McAllister, of Suwanee, finished training school less than three months before his arrest.

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