GA Senator Questions DOJ Over License Plate Reader Camera Misuse Cases
Irene Wright and USA TODAY on September 22, 2026
A bipartisan letter highlights how widely vehicle-location data is shared, how long it can be stored, and why lawmakers want federal guardrails.
Atlanta Mayor Proposes New Guardrails for License Plate Reader Cameras
Irene Wright and USA TODAY on September 16, 2026
More than 115,000 searches were audited after officers allegedly used the network to track people in their personal lives
Could Flock Be Used to Track No Kings, Other Protestors? What We Know
Irene Wright and USA TODAY on September 9, 2026
A viral training video shows how license-plate readers and drones could monitor protests, raising questions about where surveillance ends and privacy begins
Is Flock Misuse in Georgia a Technology or Police Problem? It’s Complicated
Irene Wright and USA TODAY on September 3, 2026
Georgia’s license-plate camera network logged 464 Hall County searches in one month, raising questions about who can access location data and why
Four More Measles Cases Confirmed in Atlanta, Spread Around Daycare
Irene Wright and USA TODAY on August 31, 2026
Georgia has recorded 14 measles cases this year, while national outbreaks have sickened nearly 3,000 people and exposed gaps in vaccination.
Atlanta Couple Defrauded Nearly $10 Million from Amazon, Feds Say
Irene Wright and USA TODAY on August 27, 2026
More than 1,000 fake invoices funded luxury vehicles, a $1 million home and a second attempted fraud while the couple was out on bond.
‘Pitting Farmer’ Against ‘Consumer,’ GA Cattleman Says of Beef Imports
Irene Wright and USA TODAY on August 25, 2026
A proposed 25% discount on imported ground beef could lower grocery bills, but ranchers warn it may cut U.S. cattle prices.
Atlanta Police Launch Proactive Audit Amid Flock Arrests in Georgia
Irene Wright and USA TODAY on August 11, 2026
License plate readers can help solve crimes, but recent Georgia arrests show how easily sensitive vehicle-location data can be misused by authorities
Need to Escape Hurricane? Company Offers Evacuation Membership to ATL
Irene Wright and USA TODAY on July 21, 2026
A $1,250-a-year membership promises Floridians a guaranteed charter flight out before landfall — no highway gridlock required.
Are Gas Prices Creeping Up Again in Atlanta? What Tracking Data Shows
Irene Wright and USA TODAY on July 13, 2026
Metro Atlanta gas has climbed for a week straight, with one price point now 60 cents above last year’s mark.
How Many Cases of ‘Explosive’ Diarrhea Parasite Are There in Georgia?
Irene Wright and USA TODAY on July 7, 2026
The CDC has tracked nearly 150 cases across 17 states, with up to 10 in Georgia and no single source identified yet.
Could Atlanta Airport Go to Private TSA? City Council Approves Study
Irene Wright and USA TODAY on May 21, 2026
After the government shutdown left TSA officers unpaid for weeks and caused hours-long lines, Atlanta’s city council voted 11-1 to study privatizing airport security to cut costs.
How Much Are Georgians Saving without the Gas Tax? Relief Extended
Irene Wright and USA TODAY on May 18, 2026
Georgia extended its gas tax suspension through June 3, giving drivers 33 cents off per gallon — roughly $12–$15 in monthly savings — just as Memorial Day travel kicks into high gear.
Amazon Deliveries in 30 Minutes? New Service Launches in Atlanta
Irene Wright and USA TODAY on May 13, 2026
Amazon Now is rolling out 30-minute delivery in 4 cities — and expanding to 11 more — but Prime and non-Prime members will pay very different fees.
This Delta Hub Is the Best Summer Destination in the U.S. See Why
Irene Wright and USA TODAY on May 12, 2026
Atlanta scored the top spot in WalletHub’s 2026 rankings, with direct flights from major cities costing as little as $317 and hotel rooms starting at just $49 a night.
Could TSA Chaos Return to the Atlanta Airport? DHS Funding to Run Out
Irene Wright and USA TODAY on April 23, 2026
The emergency funds keeping TSA paychecks flowing could dry up the first week of May — and Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson already saw hours-long security lines the last time officers went without pay.
Which Cities Have Most Affordable Rent in US? See Where Atlanta Ranks
Irene Wright and USA TODAY on April 15, 2026
In the most affordable U.S. cities, renters spend just 15% of monthly income on housing — less than half the burden renters carry in the priciest markets.
Want to Rent Your Home for World Cup? Airbnb Tracker Estimates Profit
Irene Wright and USA TODAY on April 10, 2026
Airbnb’s new profit tracker shows homeowners near World Cup venues could pocket an average of $3,700 — and a $750 sign-up bonus sweetens the deal for first-time hosts.
TSA Faces First Big Test in Atlanta Airport Following Weeks of No Pay
Irene Wright and USA TODAY on April 3, 2026
Millions of spring break travelers are about to find out if the nightmare airport security lines of recent weeks are actually behind them.
Miss Your Flight After Abnormally Long TSA Line? Don’t Expect a Refund
Irene Wright and USA TODAY on March 13, 2026
With security checkpoint waits topping three hours at some airports, knowing your rights before you head out could save you a costly surprise.
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