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The Rev. David Perry Ginn Sr., 84, local pastor, advocate of civil rights
The churches that the Rev. Perry Ginn pastored were welcoming with a capital W. That was an essential element of his being.
Judge reverses course in grand jury suit
A hearing into their lawsuit was held Friday, but members of a DeKalb County grand jury are no closer to their goal of getting a judge to release the findings of their investigation into corruption involving county water and sewer contracts.
Who polices the DeKalb police?
At least 16 DeKalb County police officers have landed in handcuffs in the past 18 months, an embarrassing record that has eroded public trust in the force.
Judge changes course in DeKalb grand jury case
After ruling in favor of a fellow judge, DeKalb County Superior Court Judge Daniel Coursey on Friday withdrew from presiding over a lawsuit brought by members of a special purpose grand jury.
Accreditation agency visits DeKalb
The school accreditation agency that placed DeKalb County on probation last year has returned for a review of the school district in preparation for a May 31 report.
Atlanta novelist focuses on debate of religion and science
Can religion be a double-edged sword? Atlanta author Jeffrey Small delves into the debate between science and religion in his second novel, “The Jericho Deception,” a thriller about a scientist who creates a God machine that can bring about religious ecstasy and madness.
Rain, thunderstorms could put damper on weekend
There’s no shortage of outdoor events around metro Atlanta this weekend, from Braves games, concerts in Centennial Olympic Park and a big street festival along Peachtree to the ubiquitous weekend road construction projects, but Mother Nature might have other plans.
Cops: More than 30 catalytic converters nabbed in 14 days
Andrew Huggins said he will replace his Honda Element before he pays another $1,300 to replace a stolen catalytic converter.
Dan Whitner, 77: Jazz drummer overcame obstacles to pursue love of music
Dan Whitner never tired of playing the drums. From his earliest days beating on pots and pans in his grandmother’s kitchen to playing Atlanta jazz clubs until his death, Whitner couldn’t resist setting the tempo for his life.
Woman shot in face while sitting in home reading and doing puzzles
A 63-year-old Atlanta woman remained hospitalized Wednesday night with a bullet lodged in her cheek.
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Today on MyAJC.com
Your commute: Rules for new highway lanes could breed confusion
The lanes are designed to offer choice and efficiency for metro drivers, but the AJC reports they could also confuse drivers and cause accidents.
Things to do: 3 minor league stadiums close to Atlanta offer family fun
Today's Go Guide takes you to the home fields for the Gwinnett Braves, Rome Braves and Chattanooga Lookouts -- and offers ideas on how to enjoy them.
Jeff Schultz: A few legitimate concerns about the Braves
Sports columnist Jeff Schultz admits that it's still early, but he points to some hiccups for the home team.
Mark Arum Weekend Construction outlook
Updated every Friday, Mark Arum tells us where we can find construction, events and anything else to slow us down on the roads this weekend.
Today's top news on ajc.com
Obama gives commencement address at Morehouse
After a rough week in Washington, President Barack Obama came to rainy Atlanta on Sunday to be with a friendlier crowd, becoming the first sitting president to give the commencement address at Morehouse College.
- President Obama speaks at Atlanta fundraiser
- Ticket sold in Florida matched all six numbers in Saturday’s record Powerball drawing
- Prepared text for President Obama’s speech at Morehouse
- Father, sons attacked by dogs in Douglas County
- 2 Mega Millions jackpot tickets sold, but who won the $600 million Powerball jackpot?
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