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What's the latest in the John Travolta case? - Atlanta Journal Constitution (blog)
Moving forward in secret, the source said, is “the best way for the case to be heard with minimal disruption to John Travolta and the masseur's life.” The AJC has left email and telephone messages for Okorocha seeking more information.
Atlanta Hawks: Josh Smith doubtful for Game 3 with knee injury - Atlanta Journal Constitution (blog)
The person did not want to be identified because the Hawks have not released details of Smith's injury. The Hawks released a statement that said Smith is day-to-day with a “strained left tendon.” Smith suffered the injury during the fourth quarter of ...
Atlanta Hawks: Josh Smith doubtful for Game 3 with knee injury - Atlanta Journal Constitution (blog)
The person did not want to be identified because the Hawks have not released the results of Smith's MRI. The Hawks released a statement that said Smith is day-to-day with a “strained left tendon.” Smith suffered the injury during the fourth quarter of ...
Atlanta Falcons: Biermann set to sign contract extension - Atlanta Journal Constitution (blog)
Biermann's re-signing is “imminent” and expected within the next 36 hours, according to a person close to the negotiations. The final sticking point is that Biermann wants a three-year contract. The team would like to lock him up for four years.
The heartlessness of Ga. anti-abortion bill - Atlanta Journal Constitution (blog)
(As a condition of the interview, the doctor asked not to be named. He has been advised not to speak publicly out of fear for his personal safety and threats of economic boycott.) The bill is also certain to force abortions that otherwise will not have ...
Tech to play Virginia Tech on Labor Day - Atlanta Journal Constitution (blog)
Georgia Tech will open the season at Virginia Tech on Labor Day night, according to a person familiar with the ACC's scheduling. The schools and the league had been in discussions trying to organize the game, which will have a national ESPN platform at ...
Report: Paula Deen to reveal she has diabetes - Atlanta Journal Constitution (blog)
The Daily report quotes an anonymous source saying Deen is “going to have to start cooking healthier recipes,” and will soon become the celebrity endorser for a pharmaceutical company. (The company also did not respond to questions.) ...
In Iraq, the old ways of doing things may be reasserting themselves - Atlanta Journal Constitution (blog)
At least 185 people were reported injured in the bombings, said officials at the Ministry of Interior, who were speaking on the condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to speak publicly. The coordinated wave of attacks began around 6:30 ...
Heyward off DL and in the lineup for Bobblehead Night – updated - Atlanta Journal Constitution (blog)
Hudson P.) Heyward told a person close to him this morning that he's feeling good and ready to return to the lineup. After two minor league rehab games with Triple-A Gwinnett up in Indianapolis, Heyward traveled back to Atlanta today. ...
Thrashers deal may continue into next week - Atlanta Journal Constitution (blog)
Two people familiar with the negotiations who asked not to be identified because the sensitivity of the talks told the Atlanta Journal-Constitution Thursday progress continues to be made. “All parties are moving slowly,” said one on the people familiar ...
Power Breakfast: Porsche may be heading to old Hapeville Ford plant, Wendy's ... - Atlanta Journal Constitution (blog)
According to people familiar with the plans but who asked not to be identified because they had not been authorized to speak publicly, the announcement will come on Thursday. Economic development officials from Georgia, Atlanta and Fulton County will ...
Your morning jolt: Donald Trump interviews Ralph Reed to be his campaign manager? - Atlanta Journal Constitution (blog)
The executive, who asked not to be identified to avoid any conflict with Mr. Trump, said “any decision is still weeks away.” Republicans have reached out to David Patraeus, to gauge his interest in a 2012 contest. Now Democrats have found a military ...
Jimmy Carter to make a return trip to North Korea? - Atlanta Journal Constitution (blog)
“It is highly likely that ex-President Carter will travel to North Korea in about a month as the North Korean mission in New York has been arranging for the visit,” said the source, who requested anonymity. Carter is expected to be accompanied by ...
Dudley gets four-year contract extension - Atlanta Journal Constitution (blog)
BUFFALO – The Thrashers have signed general manager Rick Dudley to a four-year contract extension, according to a person familiar with the situation. The team will make an official announcement of the signing Thursday. News of the extension first ...
AZ shooting: The blame game is part of the problem - Atlanta Journal Constitution (blog)
Just read the words at the end of this Associated Press story: One of the high school friends who spoke on condition of anonymity paused when asked if he ...
Perdue's probe obtains admissions of cheating on CRCT - Atlanta Journal Constitution (blog)
The official, who was not authorized to discuss the investigation and spoke on the condition of anonymity, said some teachers are telling investigators, ...
Weekend Predictions: Dogs go down to Gators again - Atlanta Journal Constitution (blog)
According to legend, or sources close to legend, the origins of Halloween date back over 2000 years when the summer harvest ended and the weather turned ...
Atlanta Hawks: Josh Smith's new shoe commercial - Atlanta Journal Constitution (blog)
And his game should be plenty strong this season after Howard spent time working with Olajuwon and another Hall of Fame player who asked to remain anonymous ...
Report: Former UNC player, considered agent by NCAA, bought Green's jersey - Atlanta Journal Constitution (blog)
According to the report, a source said Hawkins contacted several sports agents about their interest in representing North Carolina players in the NFL draft. ...
Atlanta Hawks: Jamal Crawford wants trade if he doesn't get contract extension - Atlanta Journal Constitution (blog)
The person did not want to be identified because neither Crawford nor the Hawks have commented on his desire for an extension. Hawks GM Rick Sund declined ...
GOP stocking up on not-ready-for-primetime players - Atlanta Journal Constitution (blog)
In conversations with more than two dozen party insiders, most of whom requested anonymity to speak candidly about the state of play, Democrats in and out ...
A correction worth noting: Mayor Shirley Franklin helped THOUSANDS of kids go ... - Atlanta Journal Constitution (blog)
Does 2 + 2 not equal 4 because the person who posted it chose to remain anonymous? I don't think so. I can see your point in some cases. ...
Source: McGarity will be named Georgia AD - Atlanta Journal Constitution (blog)
The person, who asked not to be named because an announcement hasn't been made, said McGarity told him he will travel to Athens for a news conference on ...
Roy Barnes glides to win; on GOP side, the real battle begins now - Atlanta Journal Constitution (blog)
Senior administration officials said Tuesday that Obama has a goal of withdrawing most US forces by the end of his current term, which ends in January 2013. ...
No Shaq and no more Hawks' big spending? No shock there - Atlanta Journal Constitution (blog)
From his report: “A source close to the situation said Thursday that Atlanta's ownership doesn't want to exceed the luxury-tax threshold of $70.307 million. ...