Investigation Into Georgia Theatre Fire Opens

Authorities open an investigation this morning as to what caused a massive fire that gutted the landmark Georgia Theatre in Athens. The Friday blaze after 7 that morning destroyed the building in the downtown area, known to many as a major player in the Athens and southeast music scene.

Investigators with the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, the state fire marshal's office and the local fire department are expected to work the scene Monday. Officials do not suspect foul play, but are not ruling-out arson.

Emory prof gives up prominent post after investigation

An investigation into allegations of conflict of interest has resulted in an Emory University professor stepping-down from a prominent post at the Atlanta school. Dr. Charles Nemeroff agreed to step aside from his post as chairman of Emory’s Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. U.S. Senator Charles Grassley of Iowa earlier this year began an investigation alleging Nemeroff was paid substantial sums of money by pharmaceutical companies but did not file reports to school officials as required. Some money was said to have come from speaking engagements promoting sales of certain drugs. Under the agreement, Emory University for two years will not make any grant or contract requests in which Nemeroff has a role. Nemeroff will stay with the school as professor.