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Behind the Investigation with Atlanta News First

Behind the Investigation with Atlanta News First

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Atlanta News First has the largest team of investigative reporters in the city. Now, in this series of podcasts, we take you behind the scenes of our most recent investigations. © 2025 Behind the Investigation with Atlanta News First Politics & Government
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  • Leaks in new Georgia neighborhoods raise questions about PEX pipe failures and repairs | Behind the Investigation
    Jun 18 2026

    Homeowners in Georgia and across the country say hidden plumbing pipes are failing just years after new homes were built, triggering repeated leaks, major water damage, and repairs that can cost tens of thousands of dollars.

    This episode looks at why the same pipe brand keeps surfacing in complaints and lawsuits, what the manufacturer says in response, and what homeowners can do to document damage and protect themselves as the legal fight plays out.

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    12 mins
  • Flock cameras track everyone for 30 days. Who’s watching the watchers? | Behind the Investigation
    Jun 18 2026

    Flock Safety’s license plate reader cameras help police solve serious crimes by creating a searchable, time-stamped database of vehicle movement—but that same power can be misused to track innocent people.

    The episode highlights cases involving wrongful suspicion, alleged officer misuse, and disputes over transparency around audit logs, as the technology expands beyond stationary cameras into drones and person-tracking systems. The central question: how communities ensure oversight of the people using—and accessing—this surveillance data.

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    27 mins
  • BBB warns Atlanta fans about World Cup ticket scams spreading on social media | Behind the Investigation
    Jun 11 2026

    With the FIFA World Cup coming to the U.S. and Atlanta among 16 host cities, consumer advocates say the hype is also creating new opportunities for scammers. The Better Business Bureau of Greater Atlanta is warning people to be skeptical of viral social media posts advertising “free” World Cup tickets or giveaways.

    “They don’t have to have people out there giving away free tickets in order to sell out the stadiums,” said Josh Hares, executive vice president of the BBB of Greater Atlanta, in a Behind the Investigation podcast interview with investigative reporter Anastassia Olmos.

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    24 mins
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