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How far will Trump go to influence the midterms?

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Remote study program exposes undocumented Georgia students to a new world

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Sports This Weekend

MLB

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BULLDOGS

Here are 10 players who stood out in Georgia’s big win over Tennessee State

AP TOP 25

Atlanta games, Lane Kiffin key explosive college football action

MLB

First-inning failures prove fatal as Braves lose to Phillies

NFL

Nick Folk’s late-career resurgence gives Falcons an answer to kicking woes

BULLDOGS

Kirby Smart raves about Georgia fan support amid heat: ‘We don’t have that problem’

Georgia football season opener against Tennessee State

BULLDOGS

Talyn Taylor, Elyiss Williams make ‘good first impression’ for UGA offense

Weekend Things to Do

What’s filming now in Georgia? ‘Will Trent,’ new Dennis Quaid show

Georgia film and TV production activity remains in relatively modest gear.

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7 Atlanta events to check out this Labor Day weekend

With a nod to Black culture, the weekend offers theater, music, art, festivals and pop culture for nearly every interest.

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6 things to clean in your home right now

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Where they stand: Bottoms, Jackson on abortion

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How far will Trump go to influence the midterms?

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7 counties that could shape Georgia’s race for governor

From politically divided middle Georgia to Democratic strongholds in metro Atlanta, the governor’s race could hinge on where candidates can gain a few thousand more votes.

Georgia-Pacific ditches plan for apartments, mixed-use overhaul of downtown HQ

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Opinion and Voices

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On Labor Day, Georgia workers should continue fighting for fair wages

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