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Two men who were allegedly involved in Waka Flocka Flame's recent shooting and robbery have posted a picture of the rapper's Brick Squad chain on the Internet.

Today was the start of the murder trial of Devonni Manuel Benton, who is accused of fatally shooting Spelman College sophomore Jasmine Lynn in the early hours of Sept. 3 as she walked past a fight on the Clark Atlanta campus.

Throughout this legislative session, the Capitol has welcomed soldiers, Boy Scouts and police officers to come speak before the House or the Senate. On the 19th day, they honored General Larry Platt, the civil rights warrior-turned “American Idol” star for his socially conscious tune, "Pants on the Ground."

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Listen to Maria More every weekday at 10:35am for your Midday Motivation. Today’s quote is about the power of positive thinking and realizing your dreams. Click more to read today’s quote from Earl Nightingale.

It's no secret that one of the main criticisms hurled at Southern rappers is that they are lacking in wordplay. Well So Icey rapper Waka Flocka Flame didn't do much to change this argument. In a recent interview with G-Unit's DJ Whoo-Kid, the Atlanta rapper actually admitted that he has nothing to do with "lyrics."

"Buzz in the Streetz" No alcohol for Atlanta/Fulton County strip clubs..you guys have to read this one! <!--more-->

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Kandi Burruss, arguably the most popular and likable cast member of the second season of “Real Housewives of Atlanta,” will test her trivial knowledge next week on the syndicated version of “Who Wants To Be a Millionaire.” Click here for details.

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Listen to Maria More every weekday at 10:35am for your Midday Motivation! Did you have to “throw the towel in” (give up) on a relationship? If so, today’s quote may give you some confidence about your decision!

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Judging from this short 40 second trailer and the cast list, T-Pain's upcoming Adult Swim special, Freaknik: The Musical, just might be one of the best marriages of hip-hop and animation ever! T-Pain stars as The Ghost Of Freaknik Past and is joined by cast mates DJ Drama, Lil' Wayne and several others.

What's up ATL? Every week I'm going to be bringing you my favorite app of the week, courtesy of Verizon Wireless. This week's app is for the Weather Channel!

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Listen to me LIVE on Hot 107.9  every weekday at 10:35 am for your Midday Motivation. Today’s quote is about “change.” Change is uncomfortable, but it is necessary.

Two weeks to the day after he entered Emory University Hospital Midtown with a blood clot in the lung, civil rights icon the Rev. Joseph Lowery was released. Lowery, 88, entered the hospital Jan. 30 complaining of shortness of breath.