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The feds, a flipper and a Russian’s decaying mansion: An Atlanta real estate saga

How an Alpharetta foreclosure led to allegations of ‘egregious’ violations of U.S. sanctions and a $4.7 million penalty.

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AI is on the rise. Georgia college students say their anxiety is too.

With students concerned about their career prospects, universities offer more AI-focused classes.

Columbus Synovus stepback

The biggest bank based in Georgia has completed an $8.6B merger

Columbus-based Synovus merges with Nashville-based Pinnacle, which will result in Atlanta headquarters for holding company.

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Changes to Georgia’s school funding formula are long overdue

The formula needs revisions to add mental health support staff, reduce class sizes and boost teacher salaries.

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Domestic violence escalates during the holidays. Time to talk about it.

I encourage people to trust their instincts and reach out. If you see something, say something.

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Despite Trump Cabinet member’s claim, taxpayer-funded science pays dividends

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick’s proposal could hamper cures and breakthroughs of tomorrow.

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Mike Luckovich: Angry devil

The AJC's award-winning editorial cartoonist gives his take on the news.

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Atlanta Falcons, New Orleans Saints

PHOTOS: Falcons defeat Saints to win season finale

The Falcons closed out the 2025 season with a 19-17 victory over the Saints on Sunday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Juwad Maynard holds a banner during a protest in Atlanta on Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026, against the U.S. military action in Venezuela. (Ben Gray for the AJC)

PHOTOS: People gather in downtown Atlanta to protest U.S. military action in Venezuela

Many Venezuelans across the nation woke up to a feeling of optimism after the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife in an operation early Saturday.

People prepare to run the Polar Opposite Peachtree Road Race on Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026, in Atlanta. (Ben Gray for the AJC)

PHOTOS: Thousands run AJC Polar Opposite Peactree Road Race

Thousands of runners turned out to run the second annual AJC Polar Opposite Peachtree Road Race on Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026.