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The strange story behind Georgia's first removed Confederate monument

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FBI raids Fulton County election office seeking ballots from Trump’s 2020 loss

Judge denies Fulton’s request for return of 2020 ballots seized in FBI raid

A federal judge on Wednesday ruled the U.S. Department of Justice does not have to return troves of 2020 election records it seized from Fulton County.

Morehouse students reject congressman to speak at their graduation

Congressman still plans to speak at Morehouse med school ceremony amid backlash

Petition says U.S. Rep. Rich McCormick has supported legislation making it difficult for low-income students to attend medical school.

Sites are being developed all around Hyundai's electric vehicle plant in Bryan County, which has grown faster than any other county in Georgia's over the past 15 years. (Ben Gray for the AJC)

Could Georgia’s fastest-growing county be closed for development?

Bryan County near Savannah is home to Hyundai’s EV factory and the state’s fastest-growing population since 2010. Residents want to hit the brakes.

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“The small things in life bring me joy,” Big Boi professed on the latest episode of the “Big Bro with Kid Cudi” podcast.  (Ryan Fleisher for the AJC 2025)
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What we learned from Big Boi’s interview with Kid Cudi

The Outkast legend opened up about his discography, André 3000, fashion choices and joys of aging.

Fountain of Rings

Ways to have fun near Mercedes-Benz Stadium during the FIFA World Cup

Let us help you find attractions, restaurants and places to stay around Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Joe Turner's Come and Gone

Behind the scenes, Broadway play packed with Atlantans including Tyler Perry

Two Xscape members and a ‘Real Housewife’ among other producers.

THE STEERING COLUMN

Why we love that new car smell

The scent of a new vehicle’s interior is more than a chemical cocktail. It taps into memory, luxury, possibility and the emotional rush of a major purchase.

May 8, 2026
BILL TORPY

DA Fani Willis’ revenge tour? Judicial races suggest an enemies list.

Word in legal circles is that Willis, never one to shy away from a fight, recruited them to run against judges who have irked her.

May 8, 2026
GUEST COLUMNIST

If Georgia Democrats want to win the governorship, we must let former Republicans in

Former GOP Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan has the best shot at defeating the GOP in November’s general election.

May 8, 2026
GUEST COLUMN

Gwinnett Young Democrats: Why we won’t support this ex-Republican for governor

We don’t all agree on which Democratic candidate should lead our ticket for governor. But on one point, we are united: Geoff Duncan cannot be that nominee.

May 8, 2026

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PHOTOS: AJC Photos of the Month -- April 2026

Easter sunrise service on top of Stone Mountain, golfer Rory McIlroy repeats as Masters champion at Augusta National, the Atlanta Hawks end their season in the playoffs agains...

Sophia Newell and Harvy Patel take a selfie before the commencement ceremony at Berry College on Saturday May 9, 2026. (Daniel Whiting/Berry College)

PHOTOS: Berry College holds 2026 commencement ceremonies

Berry College held its Class of 2026 Commencement Celebration for undergraduates on Saturday, May 9, at Valhalla Stadium, and for graduates on Friday, May 8.

University of Georgia Spring Undergraduate Commencement 2026

PHOTOS: University of Georgia 2026 spring commencement

University of Georgia graduates gathered for the 2026 spring commencement at Sanford Stadium on Friday, May 8, 2026, in Athens.