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Here are the new Georgia laws in effect
New Georgia laws, which took effect July 1, will impact cellphones in schools, medical cannabis rules, paid maternal leave and more.

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The glamour and grind of preparing for Miss Georgia
Aleks Arwood from Miss Gwinnett County gives us a behind-the-scenes look at her journey to the crown.

Murder sparks mayhem in 5 new thrillers by Southern authors
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce marry in front of famous friends at Madison Square Garden
Adam Sandler was the surprise officiant and Stevie Nicks performed among a crowd filled with sports and entertainment stars.
Black women-led bookstores host second Black Girl Book Fair in Decatur
Six Atlanta-area bookstores led by Black women will unite to host the second annual Black Girl Book Fair at Brave and Kind Bookshop on Saturday, July 11.
America at 250: Was slavery wrong? Museums must now answer that question.
Descendants of enslaved ceramist David Drake invite all museums holding his works to return ownership to rightful heirs.
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Black women’s femininity and beauty have long been attacked. Josh Hokit’s attack was just the latest.
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PHOTOS: Runners showcased their fashion sense at 2026 Peachtree Road Race
From splendid patriotic outfits to downright bizarre ones, this year's Peachtree Road Race runners certainly didn't disappoint.
PHOTOS: Elite runners, other divisions from the 57th Peachtree Road Race
Elite runners, wheelchair racers, push-assist teams and handbike racers compete in the Peachtree Road Race on July 4th, 2026.
PHOTOS: Scenes from the 57th 2026 Peachtree Road Race
See the runners, crowd and more from the 57th running of the Peachtree Road Race. About 56,000 runners took part in the world’s largest 10K.
























