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EXCLUSIVE: Wish Atlanta is closing later this year. Here’s why.
EXCLUSIVE

Wish Atlanta is closing later this year. Here’s why.

Woman-owned Little Five Points streetwear boutique and cultural style staple will shut its doors on Dec. 28.

Hey Nothing indie-fold duo of Tyler Mabry and Harlow Philips

This hit Athens duo nearly quit music. Now, they’re back with a debut album.

Folk outfit Hey, Nothing dropped their major label debut record “Hound” on Aug. 21, following a hiatus to determine their future in music.

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Fall Arts Guide 2026: Don’t miss these top 10 fall events

Festivals celebrating music, food, movies and books are among the season’s highlights.

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Georgia greenlights 3-year college bachelor’s degree

Advocates say it will be more time- and cost-effective for students.

(From left) Republican gubernatorial candidate Rick Jackson at a rally in Columbus on Aug. 13, 2026; Democratic gubernatorial candidate Keisha Lance Bottoms at a rally in Atlanta on May 31, 2026. (Abbey Cutrer for the AJC; Arvin Temkar/AJC)

A rare face-to-face clash jolts Georgia governor’s race

Extraordinary encounter spills into Rick Jackson’s rally, where Gov. Brian Kemp and other Republicans sharpened attacks on Keisha Lance Bottoms’ record.

MARTA

MARTA’s long-term parking rates are going up

The daily cost is increasing by $2 per day next month, but it’s still less than airport parking.

GUEST COLUMN

As war rages, Ukraine celebrates Independence Day with help from metro Atlanta

Rotarians in Gwinnett County and beyond are helping provide funding for prosthetics and other medical help for casualties.

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AJC CONTRIBUTOR

Flock cameras protect communities. Opponents are misguided.

There should be a balance between privacy and security, but I would prefer we rapidly round up the bad guys and put them in the prisons.

Aug 21, 2026
GRIDLOCK GUY

Atlanta’s many ‘Peachtree’ streets make for viral comedy from New York quartet

After pressure from locals, the Gregory Brothers decided to poke fun at how many streets use the name. The group nails it.

Aug 23, 2026
THE STEERING COLUMN

Trading down: Why some drivers are choosing smaller, cheaper cars again

One sign that Americans don’t always want the biggest vehicle available is the rise in demand for smaller trucks and SUVs.

Aug 21, 2026

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Photos: Buford defeats Gainesville in season opener

Buford football defeated Gainesville 39-19 on Aug, 22, 2026.

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PHOTOS: No. 1 Cartersville shuts out Hiram in season opener

Cartersville, which was last a preseason No. 1 when Trevor Lawrence was quarterback, shuts out Hiram, 48-0, in season opener on Friday, Aug. 21, 2026.

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PHOTOS: Former UGA standout Quincy Carter leads Heritage to win over Cedar Shoals

Former UGA standout Quincy Carter, in his first year as a head coach, lead Heritage to 38-14 win over Cedar Shoals on Friday, Aug. 21, 2026.