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Georgia Census

Georgia added more than 500,000 residents. Here's who drove the growth.

Nonwhite residents — led by Latino, Black and Asian Georgians — accounted for all of the state’s growth since 2020.

Fish kill reported on Chattahoochee River

What killed thousands of fish along the Chattahoochee? A report offers clues.

Untreated sewage, heavy rain and low river flows led to deaths of 44,500 fish, a recent report says.

Peachtree Summit building

Federal government could sell ‘money pits’ in Atlanta, Savannah and Athens

Agencies will be relocated from Peachtree Summit in downtown Atlanta, and four other Georgia government buildings could soon join the tower on disposition list.

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FIFA Fan Fest day 2

20 free things to do in metro Atlanta in July

Events include Fourth of July festivities, a Garth Brooks tribute perform and celebrations of ice cream, desserts and art.

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BOOKSHELF

From Appalachian coalfields to Harvard, memoir charts extraordinary journey

Plus, four new nonfiction books by Atlanta authors for your summer reading list.

Atlanta, Ga: Shakira took part in the World Cup festivitie bringing her  Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour to State Farm Arena. Singing and dancing through countless hits from her 36 year career, the Grammy Award winner dazzled the Atlanta crowd.  Photo taken Friday June 26, 2026 at State Farm Arena. 062626 Shakira (RYAN FLEISHER FOR THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION)
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Shakira comes to Atlanta during the World Cup

The singer behind the official 2026 FIFA World Cup song, 'Dai Dai' with Burna Boy, performed in Atlanta on Friday on her world tour.

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PATRICIA MURPHY

The speaker becomes the leader

June 26, 2026
THE STEERING COLUMN

Are cars getting too big for Atlanta’s parking lots?

For many buyers, SUVs have replaced the compact sedan or minivan because the broad SUV segment meets a wide range of needs and comes in various sizes.

June 26, 2026
GUEST COLUMN

America at 250: Adams, Jefferson disagreed to the end on Revolution’s meaning

Presidents John Adams and Thomas Jefferson shaped the course of the United States of America, but they became bitter political opponents. They both died on July 4, 1826.

June 26, 2026
GUEST COLUMN

Three years after Norfolk Southern train disaster, finish job on rail safety

East Palestine, Ohio, survivor urges members of Congress to pass the BUILD America 250 Act, which includes improvements to rail safety.

June 25, 2026
GET SCHOOLED

Education has a real estate problem

Sharing school spaces could maximize existing community assets, reduce operational overhead and create opportunities for strategic partnerships.

June 25, 2026

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PHOTOS: Congo faces Uzbekistan in World Cup game at Atlanta Stadium

Goals and action filled Atlanta Stadium (Mercedes-Benz Stadium) on Saturday as Congo beat Uzbekistan 3-1 to advance to the knockout round in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Shakira took part in the World Cup festivities, bringing her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour to State Farm Arena. Singing and dancing through countless hits from her 36-year career, the Grammy Award winner dazzled the Atlanta crowd on Friday, June 26, 2026 at State Farm Arena. (Ryan Fleisher for the AJC)

PHOTOS: Shakira comes to Atlanta during the World Cup

Shakira, whose song "Dai Dai" with Burna Boy is the official song for the 2026 FIFA World Cup tournament, performed in Atlanta on Friday, June 26, 2026 as part of her Las Muj...

The War And Treaty at Decatur WatchFest

PHOTOS: The War and Treaty at Decatur WatchFest

Music and World Cup fans gather at Decatur Square to take in music as they prepare to watch the late USA match Thursday evening.