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The 'strongest case' against Trump hits the skids. How it all fell apart.

The 2020 election is still being fought over, but the evidence might never have its day in court.

Woman killed after seeing burglars at door, returning home, police say

Woman sees burglars on her door camera and returns home, and that's when she's shot.

Meet the Atlanta firm that just got a $2.3 billion investment

This latest investment in OneDigital values the company at more than $7 billion.

Atlanta-based PrizePicks sells majority stake for $1.6B to lottery operator

Fantasy sports giant PrizePicks announced Monday it agreed to sell a majority stake for $1.6 billion to a Swiss lottery operator.

Politics

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How the shadow of 2020 is shaping Georgia’s race for governor

Five years after Georgia delivered Trump his narrowest defeat, the 2020 election still looms over Peach State politics.

POLITICALLY GEORGIA

Mike Collins didn’t vote on Charlie Kirk measure — but still slammed Democrats

The Republican congressman deleted a post criticizing Democrats for opposing a resolution honoring Charlie Kirk after people noted that he missed the vote himself.

Ossoff says Republican opponents ‘own’ looming Medicaid cuts

U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff said his Republican challengers for U.S. Senate must explain their support for Medicaid cuts found in the "big, beautiful bill."

As Ga. base renamed for ‘Black Hawk Down’ hero, saved pilot tells his story

A Georgia military base is being renamed for Gary Gordon, who died rescuing a 'Black Hawk Down' helicopter pilot. The pilot recounts that day, and what has happened since.

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MLB

Braves clobber Nationals to win ninth straight

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As Falcons offense sputters, Raheem Morris has a problem on his hands

30-0 loss Sunday was a team effort, but ultimately was on the offense and offensive coordinator Zac Robinson.

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MLB

Ozzie Albies exits Braves’ game with apparent wrist injury

The Atlanta Braves second baseman fouled off a pitch from Nationals reliever Konnor Pilkington and showed immediate pain.

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MLB

Braves’ Matt Olson named NL Player of the Week

Braves' first baseman Matt Olson leads the National League with 40 doubles. He also leads all first basemen with 16 defensive runs saved.

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NFL

Falcons fire wide receivers coach Ike Hilliard; T.J. Yates to assume WR duties

The Falcons are off to a slow start offensively and have not had a receiver catch a touchdown pass.

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BULLDOGS

TV network announced for Georgia-Kentucky football game

Georgia has won 15 consecutive games against Kentucky, with the Wildcats’ most recent win coming in 2009.

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MLB

Braves bring back Charlie Morton for potential farewell

The Braves are giving beloved veteran starting pitcher Charlie Morton the chance to retire with the franchise.

Arts and Entertainment

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ABC ends Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension and his show will return Tuesday

ABC will reinstate Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night show after suspending it due to his comments about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk

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Blink-182, Devo, Wet Leg perform: 8 highlights from Shaky Knees Day 3

The third and final day of the festival at Piedmont Park in Atlanta brought more high temperatures and eclectic lineups, just like the two days before.

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Atlanta actor who bared it all in ‘Hunting Wives’ calls role a gift

Michael Aaron Milligan makes a strong impression as Kyle, the wild crackhead brother of Margo, a lead character.

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A ‘flash drought’ is developing in Georgia. That’s bad news for farmers.

The latest Drought Monitor released Thursday shows more than 77% of Georgia is now experiencing “abnormally dry conditions.”

Fall is here and some leaves are dropping early. But when will it cool off?

Climate predictions say warmer weather is likely this fall as drought conditions set in.

Here’s where to see the season's colorful foliage

In Georgia, peak leaf season usually arrives in mid-October. But this year, the state’s brightest leaves may not appear until early November.

A dozen festivals to give you the fall feels

Yellow Daisy Festival, Dunwoody Oktoberfest, Atlanta Greek Festival and more events to check out as the fall festival calendar heats up.

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Gwinnett home invasion ends with suspect’s shooting death, police say

Officers surrounded the home during the burglary-in-progress before the homeowner shot and killed the burglar.

Publix and other retail planned for blighted south DeKalb corridor

A $29 million shopping center will be built at the intersection of Candler and Glenwood roads.

While in jail, man charged after woman found dead in Atlanta storage area

Reginald Elliot, 20, is accused in the death of Alexis Jane Harlow, who was found Aug. 13 in a storage space at a southwest Atlanta shopping complex, officials said.

Fulton Housing Authority pushes reform, but lawsuits expose old wounds

Lawsuits and history of financial troubles cast shadow over agency that assists low-income residents with a place to live.

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INVESTIGATIONS

Female prisoner’s body was found decomposing in hot cell

Woman who died at Lee Arrendale State Prison had given birth in custody six months earlier.

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‘A glimpse of what’s to come.’ Atlanta airport’s Concourse D extension opens.

The five new gates are a milestone in the $1.4 billion project to completely remake the airport’s narrowest concourse.

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On tap: A $14 million Sanford Stadium renovation UGA fans will never see

A nearly century-old culvert channeling creek, sewage beneath Athens football field is in need of repair.

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FROM UATL

Atlanta built a mecca for Black businesses, but inequality persists

Atlanta has a seeming abundance of Black millionaires and businesses, but researchers say it is a city that’s deeply unequal.

FROM UATL

How the Atlanta Dream is building culture and community

At College Park’s Gateway Center Arena, the Atlanta Dream is doing more than winning games — they’re redefining Atlanta’s sports culture.

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Amid federal pressure, Atlanta forced to evaluate vaunted contract diversity goals

The prospect of losing programs that require certain minority and women-owned business participation is "one of the most consequential moments in our history," the mayor said.

Opinion and Voices

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GUEST COLUMN

Prosecutors still need RICO despite criticism in Young Thug and Diddy trials

RICO Act originally was passed federally more than 50 years ago to go after the Mafia. Georgia modeled its state version after that law, and it still stands the test of time.

GUEST COLUMN

I fled Ukraine and rebuilt my life in Georgia. Now my legal status is at risk.

The harsh reality is that at any moment, thousands of families like mine across Georgia and the nation could lose their temporary immigration status.

GUEST COLUMN

America was once a beacon, but hope has turned to fear for Georgia Haitians

Congress should pass the bipartisan American Dream and Promise Act to protect refugees who fled their nations to the U.S. for humanitarian reasons.

GUEST COLUMN

Ukraine wants to do business with Georgia, but war-torn nation needs our help

Isn’t it remarkable that our humanitarian efforts have also led to introductions with technology companies interested in doing business in Georgia?

GUEST COLUMN

Georgia should push term limits so members of Congress don’t serve forever

More than 80% of Americans — Republicans, Democrats and Independents — say no to perpetual congressional service.

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Politics

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Ossoff says Republican opponents ‘own’ looming Medicaid cuts

U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff said his Republican challengers for U.S. Senate must explain their support for Medicaid cuts found in the "big, beautiful bill."

Why national Democrats are focusing on special Georgia Senate race

DNC Chair Ken Martin hit the pavement, knocking doors for candidate Debra Shigley ahead of Tuesday's special election runoff.

DNC chair stumping in special state Senate runoff election

Democrats are bringing out Ken Martin, a top official in the party, to support a state Senate campaign in parts of Fulton and Cherokee counties.

Metro Atlanta

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A ‘flash drought’ is developing in Georgia. That’s bad news for farmers.

The latest Drought Monitor released Thursday shows more than 77% of Georgia is now experiencing “abnormally dry conditions.”

Gwinnett home invasion ends with suspect’s shooting death, police say

Officers surrounded the home during the burglary-in-progress before the homeowner shot and killed the burglar.

Woman killed after seeing burglars at door, returning home, police say

Woman sees burglars on her door camera and returns home, and that's when she's shot.

Georgia

Two lucky players become millionaires in Georgia Lottery scratch-off games

A Union City resident captured one of the $5 million prizes, while a Gainesville player won $2.5 million.

Atlanta-based PrizePicks sells majority stake for $1.6B to lottery operator

Fantasy sports giant PrizePicks announced Monday it agreed to sell a majority stake for $1.6 billion to a Swiss lottery operator.

Ossoff says Republican opponents ‘own’ looming Medicaid cuts

U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff said his Republican challengers for U.S. Senate must explain their support for Medicaid cuts found in the "big, beautiful bill."

Opinion

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OPINION

Prosecutors still need RICO despite criticism in Young Thug and Diddy trials

RICO Act originally was passed federally more than 50 years ago to go after the Mafia. Georgia modeled its state version after that law, and it still stands the test of time.

OPINION

America was once a beacon, but hope has turned to fear for Georgia Haitians

The United States has long welcomed immigrants and refugees, but Trump administration deportation policy changes have scared and divided communities in Georgia and beyond.

OPINION

Ukraine wants to do business with Georgia, but war-torn nation needs our help

Despite continued aggression by Russia, Ukraine intends to rebuild post-war and a group of Georgia civic leaders plan to strengthen business ties with the European nation.

Falcons

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Falcons fire wide receivers coach Ike Hilliard; T.J. Yates to assume WR duties

The Falcons are off to a slow start offensively and have not had a receiver catch a touchdown pass.

Falcons to move OC Zac Robinson down to the field

Falcons offensive coordinator Zac Robinson is moving down to the field to facilitate communication with quarterback Michael Penix Jr.

5 things we learned from the Falcons’ loss to the Panthers

Things started off fine, but began to unravel slowing after the opening drive stalled and the new kicker missed a 49-yard field-goal attempt.

Bulldogs

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Kirby Smart hypes up Alabama offense, QB Ty Simpson: ‘Hottest QB in all of college football’

Georgia coach Kirby Smart spent 16 minutes previewing the Bulldogs’ game Saturday versus Alabama.

TV network announced for Georgia-Kentucky football game

Georgia has won 15 consecutive games against Kentucky, with the Wildcats’ most recent win coming in 2009.

AP Top 25: Georgia stands pat heading into Alabama game

Georgia stayed put at No. 5 in the latest AP Top 25, which was released on Sunday. Georgia didn't play this week and neither did the Bulldogs' next opponent, No. 17 Alabama.

Georgia Tech

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ACC to move to nine-game league schedule, require 10 P4 matchups

ACC athletic directors vote in favor of a future regular-season football schedule that will include nine conference games and a minimum of 10 games against Power 4 opponents.

Georgia Tech punter named specialist of the week in ACC

The ACC names Georgia Tech punter Marshall Nichols as the league's specialist of the week.

Georgia Tech football off to dream start through first four games

A closer look at how the No. 16 Yellow Jackets got to 4-0, and what’s next for coach Brent Key’s team.

Hawks

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Hawks’ Trae Young reacts to Patrick Beverley’s podcast remarks

Former NBA guard and podcaster says Young's former Atlanta teammates 'don't think he's a good leader.'

FanDuel Sports to air three Hawks exhibition games

The Atlanta Hawks open their exhibition season on the road against the Houston Rockets on Oct. 6, airing at 8 p.m. EST on FanDuel Sports Network.

Hawks deal former first-round pick to Nets

Kobe Bufkin struggled to find consistent playing time due to several injuries during his first two years in the league.

Braves

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Braves clobber Nationals to win ninth straight

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Braves’ Ozzie Albies suffers fractured hamate bone in left hand

The Atlanta Braves second baseman fouled off a pitch from Nationals reliever Konnor Pilkington and showed immediate pain.

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Braves bring back Charlie Morton for potential farewell

The Braves are giving beloved veteran starting pitcher Charlie Morton the chance to retire with the franchise.

United

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Almirón, Gregersen, Berrocal sparkle as bright spots for Atlanta United

Miguel Almirón's move to the left side opens up the game for Atlanta United midfielders and pairing Stian Gregersen with Juan Berrocal for the first time strengthens defense.

Atlanta United draws, again, this time with San Diego

Atlanta United adds another draw to its MLS-leading total, this time with San Diego in a 1-1 finish. Atlanta United extended its home league winless streak to six.

Atlanta United might use new faces, new tactics Saturday against San Diego

Atlanta United was eliminated from making the playoffs, so the team is looking ahead.

High Schools

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Region front-runners emerge, long losing streaks end in high school football Week 6

Surprising wins and broken losing streaks defined Georgia high school football Week 6.

27 GHSA coaches who reached 100 victories in 125 or fewer games

Twenty-seven GHSA coaches, including Josh Alexander of Athens Academy, have reached 100 victories in 125 or fewer games. Here are their records as of their 100th win.

How the new top 10 teams in each GHSA classification fared in Week 6

How the top 10 teams in each GHSA football classification did in Week 6 and who they play in Week 7.

More Sports

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2 Kennesaw State players receive Conference USA honors

Kennesaw State quarterback Amari Odom and right guard J.T. Pennington were honored by Conference USA for their play in the win over Arkansas State.

Atlanta TV sports listings

A look at the TV listings for major sporting events for Atlanta today and this week.

Weekend Reflections: Nick Saban joins growing list of Dabo Swinney critics

Georgia Tech’s King best in ACC so far; Falcons still have kicking problem; Braves surging again.

Food & Dining

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Luella steakhouse progress, Mambo Zombi to leave Edgewood and more Atlanta dining updates

Cocktail bar Mambo Zombi announced it will be leaving Edgewood and an intimate omakase experience is launching next week above Umi.

W.H. Stiles Fish Camp to close at Ponce City Market; Thai restaurant to take its place

Anne Quatrano’s seafood restaurant W.H. Stiles Fish Camp will close at the end of September in Ponce City Market. Thai street food restaurant Terminal 26 will take its place.

Side Saddle brings wine, food and fun to southeast Atlanta neighborhood

With a passionate, flexible group behind it, Side Saddle seems like a horse worth betting on.

UATL

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FROM UATL

Atlanta built a mecca for Black businesses, but inequality persists

Atlanta has a seeming abundance of Black millionaires and Black-owned storefronts, but researchers say individual successes can’t on their own overcome the deep inequality.

FROM UATL

Reproductive rights group reminds Black community to ‘take the chains off’

SisterSong launches its political arts movement in Atlanta with its first Justice Jam event, which featured music, poetry, dancing, food and conversation.

FROM UATL

How the Atlanta Dream is building culture and community

At College Park’s Gateway Center Arena, the Atlanta Dream is doing more than winning games — they’re redefining Atlanta’s sports culture.

Things to Do

Fall foliage may arrive later than usual this year. Here’s where to see it.

In Georgia, peak leaf season usually arrives in mid-October. But this year, the state’s brightest leaves may not appear until early November.

Comedy-horror film spoofs restaurant life, screens this week

The film will screen for three nights in Atlanta this week, coinciding with National Food Service Worker Day Sept. 25.

Atlanta actor ‘steals the show’ in national tour of ‘Back to the Future’

The national tour of the Broadway musical is coming to Atlanta’s Fox Theatre as part of the Regions Bank Broadway in Atlanta season.

Lifestyle

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OPINION

Atlanta’s Warrior Moms offer advice on healing

If anyone can show us how to find joy in moments of great despair, I am confident that parents who have lost a child can offer a good strategy.

6 ways to declutter, organize and start the fall season fresh

Fall is the season to reset. NEAT Method Atlanta shares expert tips to declutter closets, pantries and entryways.

How to turn your home into the neighborhood hangout spot

As your child builds new friendships this school year, use these tips to ensure your home is a welcoming and safe space.

Entertainment

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Atlanta actor who bared it all in ‘Hunting Wives’ calls role a gift

Atlanta Michael Aaron Milligan made a splashy entrance in Netflix's surprise hit "The Hunting Wives" as Kyle, the wild crackhead brother of Margo, a lead character.

‘Tulsa King’ Season 3 preview: Marietta native Robert Patrick plays a baddie

Marietta's Robert Patrick plays a liquor kingpin in Season 3 of ‘Tulsa King,’ filmed in metro Atlanta and starring Sylvester Stallone.

Georgia regulator on why he opposed Jake Paul bout: ‘Not a very safe fight’

Jake Paul moved his Netflix boxing fight from Atlanta to Miami after the chairman of the Georgia government agency that sanctions fights objected to the fight.

Travel

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Fall Travel: Immerse yourself in culture at these 8 festive celebrations

Whether you’re looking to conjure up the spirit of the dead or to wine and dine in a tropical paradise, fall is one of the best times of year for festivals.

5 travel-worthy Southern museums for music lovers

Looking to explore the greater Southern area outside Georgia? These museums are must visits for music lovers.

Celebrate fall in the Lowcountry with bluegrass, bourbon and barbecue

Barbecue, bourbon, and bluegrass come together at Garden & Gun’s fall festival on Kiawah Island, featuring James Beard winner Rodney Scott.

Wellness

Fall foliage may arrive later than usual this year. Here’s where to see it.

In Georgia, peak leaf season usually arrives in mid-October. But this year, the state’s brightest leaves may not appear until early November.

A rare disease exhausted him. A drug gives him energy to fight for others.

An FDA review of a drug for Barth syndrome shines a spotlight on how the agency weighs experimental treatments for rare diseases, which affect almost 30 million Americans.

21 wellness products to keep you feeling your best this fall

Discover the best fall wellness essentials — from cleansers to hydration heroes and stress-relief picks — to stay healthy and glowing all season.

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Photos: Blink-182, Devo, Wet Leg perform: 8 highlights from Shaky Knees Day 3

The third and final day of the festival at Piedmont Park in Atlanta brought more high temperatures and eclectic lineups, just like the two days before.

Photos: Gladys Knight, Patti LaBelle, Chaka Khan, Stephanie Mills rule the stage in Atlanta

On Saturday night, Sept.

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Photos: My Chemical Romance, Public Enemy perform: 10 highlights from Shaky Knees Day 2

The second day of Shaky Knees Music Festival 2025 at Piedmont Park saw a little rain and unseasonable heat.