A Pennsylvania couple is facing felony theft charges after their bank accidentally put $120,000 in their account, and the couple spent most of it instead of contacting the bank, police said. Robert and Tiffany Williams of Montoursville are also facing overdraft fees from the bank of about $107,000, according to the criminal complaint filed in […]
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[VIDEO] Bahamas Consul General Astra Armbrister-Rolle called Hurricane Dorian “the worst storm our country has ever seen”
Open hearted Atlantans supporting the relief efforts of Hurricane Dorian. Videographer Trarell Torrence
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[VIDEO] Bahamas Consul General Astra Armbrister-Rolle called Hurricane Dorian “the worst storm our country has ever seen”
Open hearted Atlantans supporting the relief efforts of Hurricane Dorian. Videographer Trarell Torrence
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No. 3 Georgia romps to 63-17 victory over FCS Murray State
ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — On a sweltering day, Georgia took a while to get going. By halftime, the Bulldogs could start cooling down. D’Andre Swift ran for two touchdowns, Jake Fromm threw for 166 yards and a score, and No. 3 Georgia broke loose in the second quarter for a 63-17 rout of FCS school […]
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Donaldson, Albies homer again, Braves win 9th straight
ATLANTA (AP) — Brian McCann helped Houston win the World Series in 2017. He feels the same vibe with the streaking Atlanta Braves. ”I think this series just showed we’re a complete team,” the veteran catcher said. ”We can beat you in any phase of the game. We can beat you with speed. We can […]
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CAU home opener ends in 24-13 loss, several debuts spoiled in process
The Clark Atlanta Panthers gave up 24 unanswered points during their 24-13 loss to Livingstone College at CAU Panther Stadium on Saturday night. The game was not only the season and home opener but tripled as the debut of new head football coach Tim Bowens. “Credit to Livingston, they did a great job of executing,” […]
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Andreescu’s first Slam title at US Open prevents Serena’s 24th
NEW YORK (AP) — Bianca Andreescu knew this would happen, because she knows all about Serena Williams. Looked up to her. Dreamed of playing her. Andreescu knew Williams would not go quietly. Knew Williams would not make things easy. And so as a big lead in the U.S. Open final dwindled Saturday, as she stuffed […]
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Georgia State prevails in 48-42 shootout against Furman
All week long, Georgia State Panther fans, staff and alumni celebrated their 38-30 upset win against Tennessee last Saturday. While they were celebrating, Panther players and coaches were working to make sure the Furman Paladins did not make an upset of their own. Georgia State hosted the Paladins for their home season opener and sought to build […]
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Georgia Tech holds on, edges South Florida 14-10
ATLANTA (AP) — Jordan Mason and Tobias Oliver each scored second-quarter touchdowns, and the Georgia Tech defense recovered a critical fumble at the goal line in the fourth quarter as the Yellow Jackets held on for a 14-10 win over South Florida on Saturday afternoon to give first-year coach Geoff Collins his first win. The […]
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Hong Kong protesters urge Trump to ‘liberate’ their city
HONG KONG (AP) — Thousands of demonstrators in Hong Kong marched to the U.S. Consulate on Sunday, urging President Donald Trump to “liberate” their city as they press for more democratic freedom in the semi-autonomous Chinese territory. Protesters converged at a park in central Hong Kong before marching, chanting “Resist Beijing, Liberate Hong Kong” and […]
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AP Top 25: LSU moves up to give SEC 3 of top 4 in AP poll
The Southeastern Conference held three of the top four spots in The Associated Press college football poll after LSU’s road victory against Texas pushed the Tigers to No. 4. Clemson remained No. 1 on Sunday, receiving 56 first-place votes out of 62 in the Top 25 presented by Regions Bank. No. 2 Alabama received 6 first-place […]
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Georgia lawmakers again consider gambling to pay for HOPE
ATLANTA (AP) — Georgia state lawmakers again are exploring the idea of new legalized gambling to help fund the HOPE scholarship program. If gambling in the state is expanded, the type of activity allowed will greatly determine how much money can be raised. Casino gambling brought in record numbers last year, but the thoroughbred horse […]
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Vikings trample Falcons 28-12 behind fierce defense, Cook
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — After dropping back to pass a mere 11 times for Minnesota, Kirk Cousins joked that this defense-and-running-dominated performance felt like youth football. He was more than happy to hand the ball off and get out of the way. Anthony Harris had two interceptions and a fumble recovery, Dalvin Cook rushed for 111 […]
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US hiring slow but steady amid trade war and global weakness
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. employers added a modest 130,000 jobs in August, a sign that hiring has slowed but remains durable in the face of global economic weakness and President Donald Trump’s trade war with China. The unemployment rate remained 3.7% for a third straight month, the Labor Department said Friday , near the lowest […]
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CAU Women’s Volleyball opens season on winning note
The Clark Atlanta University Lady Panthers began their 2019 season with a 3-1 victory over visiting Talladega College in Friday night at L.S. Epps Gymnasium. The Lady Panthers snuck up on the competition last season but this year they come into the non-SIAC and SIAC calendar with high expectations. Clark Atlanta won the first two […]